Notice PHILIPS GC 3116 Elance

« . This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron. Caution Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage. The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. When you have ?nished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when you ?ll or empty the water tank and also when you leave the iron even for a short while: set the steam control to position 0, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Always place and use the iron on a stable, level and horizontal surface. Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank. This appliance is intended for household use only. Electromagnetic ?elds (EMF) This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic ?elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scienti?c evidence available today. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ENGLISHBefore ?rst use 1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate. 2 Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and pass the iron over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate. Preparing for use Filling the water tank Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank. Never immerse the iron in water. 1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it. 2 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam). 3 Open the cap of the ?lling opening. 4 Tilt the iron backwards. 5 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level with the ?lling cup. Do not ?ll the tank beyond the MAX indication. Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled water. 6 Close the cap of the ?lling opening (‘click’). Setting the temperature 1 Put the iron on its heel. 2 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to the appropriate position. Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature: 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester) 1 Silk 2 Wool 3 Cotton, linen If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of, determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that is not visible when you wear or use the article. Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the spray function to prevent stains. Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic ?bres. 3 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. - - - - ENGLISH5 4 When the temperature light goes out, wait a while before you start ironing. During ironing, the temperature light goes on from time to time. This indicates that the iron is heating up to the set temperature. Using the... »