Important
For optimal safety,read these instructions carefully and look at the
illustrations before you start using the appliance.
- Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the mains.
- Young children should not be allowed to use the appliance without
supervision.Keep an eye on children to make sure that they do not
play with the appliance.
- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause
burns if touched. Do not allow the cord to come into contact with
the soleplate when it is hot.
- When you have finished ironing,when you clean the appliance, when
you fill or empty the water tank and also when you leave the iron
even for a short while: set the steam control to position O, put the
iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
- If the mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must always be
replaced by Philips or a service centre authorised by Philips, as
special tools and/or parts are required.
- Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.
Before first use
1 Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to
the mains voltage in your home before you connect the
appliance.
2 Remove any sticker,protective foil or storage cover from the
soleplate.
3 Heat up the iron to maximum temperature and pass the iron
over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any
residues from the soleplate.
The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.
This will cease after a short while.
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
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2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
3 Tilt the iron.
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