GC7300 - GC7200 SERIES 1 A B C DE F E1 E2 G H U T I J K L M S R 2 MIN. GC7240 GC7230 GC7330 GC7220 GC7320 Q P O N EnGlISh 6 1 Cestina eesti Hrvatski 1 Magyar 50 59 Lietuviskai 68 Latviesu 76 PoLski 85 roMân 9 10 sLovensky 11 sLovensCina 1 srPski 10 19 GC7300 - GC7200 SERIES 6 EnGlISh Introduction Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. This powerful pressurised ironing system produces non-stop steam, which helps you get your ironing done faster. Thanks to its large water tank with extra-large filling opening, you can now iron without interruption and refill the water tank immediately when it is empty. We hope you will enjoy using this ironing system. General description (Fig. 1) A B C D E - F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U Supply hose Soft-touch handle (GC7240 only) Temperature dial Temperature light Steam activator & lock E1 Steam activator E2 Steam lock Steam boost button (GC7240 only) Soleplate Safe storage lock (GC7240 only) Filling funnel lid Filling funnel Iron stand Water tank Steam tank On/off switch (GC7320/GC7220 only) On/off button with power-on light (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) `Water tank empty' light (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) Steam setting selector (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) Steam lights (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) Mains cord Calc-Clean rinsing cap Cord storage hook Important Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference. Danger Never immerse the iron or the steam tank in water. Warning Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord, the supply hose or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaks. If the mains cord or the supply hose is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains. 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. - EnGlISh - 7 Do not let the mains cord and supply hose come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron. If steam escapes from under the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the appliance heats up, switch off the appliance and tighten the Calc-Clean rinsing cap. If steam continues to escape when the appliance heats up, switch off the appliance and contact a service centre authorised by Philips. Never remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the steam tank is hot. Do not use any other cap on the steam tank than the Calc-Clean rinsing cap that has been supplied with the appliance, as this cap also functions as a safety valve. Caution Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. Check the mains cord and the supply hose regularly for possible damage. Always place and use the iron and the steam tank on a stable, level and horizontal surface. The iron stand and the soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. If you want to move the steam tank, do not touch the stand. When you have finished ironing, when you clean the appliance and also when you leave the iron even for a short while: put the iron on the iron stand, switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Rinse the steam tank regularly according to the instructions in the chapter `Cleaning and maintenance'. This appliance is intended for household use only. - electromagnetic fields (eMF) This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Before first use 1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean the soleplate with a soft cloth. Fully unwind and straighten the mains cord and supply hose. Place the steam tank on a stable, level surface. Place the iron on the iron stand. Preparing for use Filling the water tank before use Note:You can fill the water tank at any time, also during use (see section `Refilling the water tank'). Never immerse the steam tank in water. Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the steam tank. 1 Openthefillingfunnellid.(Fig.2) Fillthewatertankwithtapwateruptothemaximumlevel(Fig.3). Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal amount of distilled water, or to use distilled water only. Properlyclosethefillingfunnellid(`click'). Do not tilt or shake the steam tank when the water tank is full. Otherwise water may spill out of thefillingfunnel. 8 EnGlISh refilling the water tank during use Note:When the water tank is empty, air gets into the pump and causes a pumping sound that is louder than normal. - GC7320/GC7220: Fill the water tank when the water runs low. - GC7330/GC7240/GC7230: Fill the water tank when the `water tank empty' light flashes. - You can refill the water tank at any time during ironing. 1 Openthefillingfunnellid(Fig.2). Fillthewatertankwithtapwateruptothemaximumlevel(Fig.3). Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal amount of distilled water, or to use distilled water only. Properlyclosethefillingfunnellid(`click'). Do not tilt or shake the steam tank when the water tank is full. Otherwise water may spill out of thefillingfunnel. Ifyouhavelockedthesteamactivator,releasethesteamlock(Fig.4). 5 Brieflypressthesteamactivatortoresettheiron(Fig.5). , After approx. 10 seconds, the iron is ready for steam ironing again. Setting the temperature 1 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to the appropriate position(Fig.6). Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature: Symbol on laundry care label B Type of fabric Temperature setting 1 Steam setting (GC7330/GC7240/ GC7230only) MIN (see `Ironing without steam') Low Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acetate, acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester) and silk Wool Cotton, linen Please note that Z on the label means that the article cannot be ironed. C D Z 2 3 to MAX Low & high 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. If the fabric consists of various kinds of fibres, always select the temperature required by the most delicate fibre, i.e. the lowest temperature. For example: if an article consists of 60% polyester and 40% cotton, it must be ironed at the temperature indicated for polyester ( 1) and without steam. Putthemainspluginanearthedwallsocketandsettheon/offswitchtoon(GC7320/ GC7220)orpresstheon/offbutton(GC7330/GC7240/GC7230)(Fig.7). , The power-on light on the steam tank and the temperature light on the iron go on. , The steam tank and the iron soleplate start to heat up. , The iron is hot enough when the temperature light goes out. Note: During ironing, the temperature light goes on from time to time.This indicates that the iron is heating up to the right temperature. EnGlISh Note:When you switch on the appliance, the steam tank produces a pumping sound.This sound is normal and indicates that water is pumped into the steam tank. tips - 9 If you have ironed at a high temperature and then set the temperature dial to a lower setting, wait until the temperature light goes on again before you continue ironing. This prevents damage to your fabrics. Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibres. Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. Iron velvet and other fabrics that tend to acquire shiny patches in one direction only (along with the nap) while you apply very little pressure. Do not use steam when you iron coloured silk. This could cause stains. using the appliance Note: Some smoke and particles may come out of the iron when you use it for the first time.This is normal and stops after a short while. Note:When you switch on the appliance, the steam tank produces a pumping sound.This sound is normal and indicates that water is being pumped into the steam tank. Steam ironing Never direct the steam at people. Steam ironing is only possible at higher ironing temperatures (temperature settings 2 to MaX). 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. Select an ironing temperature between 2andMAX.(Fig.6) Putthemainspluginanearthedwallsocketandsettheon/offswitchtoon(GC7320/ GC7220)orpresstheon/offbutton(GC7330/GC7240/GC7230)(Fig.7). , The power-on light on the steam tank and the iron temperature light go on to indicate that the steam tank and the iron start to heat up. , GC7330/GC7240/GC7230:Thehighsteamsettinglightflashestoindicatethatthesteam tank is heating up. , After approx. minutes, the steam light stays on continuously, to indicate that the water in the steam tank is hot enough for steam ironing. GC7330/GC7240/GC7230:Pressthesteamsettingselectortosetasteamsettingsuitable fortheselectedironingtemperature:(Fig.8) - Select the low steam setting for temperature setting 2. - Select the low or high steam setting for temperature settings 3 to MAX. 5 Keepthesteamactivatorpressedinwhileyousteamiron.(Fig.9) When you put the iron down after ironing, put it on its heel or on the iron stand. - If you want to use the steam function continuously, slide the steam activator lock to the locking position. To stop steaming, release the steam activator lock (Fig. 10). - Release the steam lock when you put the iron on its heel or on the iron stand. This makes the water in the water tank last longer. Note: If you have not used the steam function for some time, the steam that was still present in the supply hose will have condensed into water.When you start to steam iron again, this can cause some spluttering in the appliance and some water droplets to escape from the soleplate. 10 EnGlISh Note:To prevent droplets from falling onto your garments, hold the iron over an old cloth. Press the steam activator until the steam production has normalised before you start to steam iron again. Note: If dirt particles come out of the soleplate during steam ironing, rinse the steam tank strictly according to the instructions in chapter `Cleaning and maintenance', section `Rinsing the steam tank'. Ironing without steam Do not press the steam activator while you iron. 1 Settherequiredironingtemperature(seechapter`Preparingforuse',section`Settingthe temperature').(Fig.6) Putthemainspluginanearthedwallsocketandsettheon/offswitchtoon(GC7320/ GC7220)orpresstheon/offbutton(GC7330/GC7240/GC7230)(Fig.7). , The soleplate starts to heat up. GC7330/GC7240/GC7230:Pressthesteamselectorandselect`nosteam'.(Fig.11) , The`no-steam'lightgoeson. after ironing Iron without pressing the steam activator. , If the steam tank is empty or has not heated up yet, you hear a clicking sound inside the tank. This phenomenon is caused by the opening of the steam valve and is perfectly harmless. 1 Switch off the appliance. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Put the iron on the iron stand and let the appliance cool down before you start to clean it. Features Vertical steam ironing Never direct the steam at people. 1 Tosteamironhangingcurtainsandclothes(jackets,suits,coats),holdtheironinvertical position(Fig.12). Press the steam activator. Variable steam & steam lights (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) The appliance has two steam settings: low and high (see chapter `Using the appliance', section `Steam ironing'). When the steam tank is ready for steam ironing, the steam light of the selected steam setting stops flashing and is on continuously (Fig. 13). 'Water tank empty' light (GC7330/GC7240/GC7230 only) , Whenthewaterinthewatertankrunslowduringuse,the`watertankempty'lightgoes on(Fig.14). Steam boost (GC7240 only) Never direct the steam at people. The powerful steam boost helps to remove stubborn creases. 1 Set the temperature dial to a position between 3 and MAX. 1 Refillthewatertank(seechapter`Preparingforuse',section`Refillingthewatertank'). EnGlISh 11 Pressthesteamboostbutton(Fig.15). Note: Some water droplets may occasionally come out of the soleplate when you use the steam boost function.To prevent this, always use the steam function before you use the steam boost function. Cleaning and maintenance Iron Lettheappliancecooldownsuff ...