Notice PHILIPS GC8260

« Safe storage lock (GC8261/GC8260 only) I Iron stand J Detachable water tank K Filling cup L Cord & hose storage hook M Calc-Clean rinsing cap N Filling opening O Water tank release lever P Steam tank Q On/off button with power-on light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8220 only) R Transport handgrip S Water tank re?ll light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8220 only) T Calc-Clean light (GC8261/GC8260 only) U Mains cord V Steam buttons (+/-) (GC8261/GC8260/GC8220 only) W Steam tank control panel with steam light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8220 only) p = maximum steam [ = moderate steam ] = minimum steam a = no steam X On/off switch (GC8210 only) Important Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future reference. Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord, the supply hose or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or is leaking. - - - - , , , ENGLISHCheck the cord and the supply hose regularly for possible damage. If the mains cord or the supply hose is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly quali?ed persons in order to avoid a hazard. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains. Never immerse the iron or the steam tank in water. 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. The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. Do not allow the mains cord and supply hose to come into contact with the soleplate when it is hot. Always place and use the iron and the steam tank on a stable, level and horizontal surface. Do not put the steam tank on the soft part of the ironing board. 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: put the iron on the stand, switch the appliance off and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. If steam escapes from under the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the appliance is heating up, switch the appliance off and tighten the Calc- Clean rinsing cap. If steam continues to escape when the appliance is heating up, switch the appliance off and contact a service centre authorised by Philips. Do not use any other cap on the steam tank than the cap that has been supplied with the appliance, as this cap also functions as a safety valve. Rinse the steam tank regularly according to the instructions in the chapter ‘Cleaning’. Never remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the steam tank is hot. 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. Before ?rst use Note: The iron may give o... »