PHILIPS FE001/00
Owner's Manual

ENGLISH Important
For optimal safety, first read these instructions before you are going to use the iron: - The user must not leave the iron unattended while it is connected to the supply. - This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. - Young 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. - Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way. - After finished ironing or even when you leave the iron for a while, unplug from the wall socket and put the iron on its heel. - If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from Philips or its service agent.

Before first use
1 2 Check if the voltage rating on the typeplate corresponds to the mains supply in your home. Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean it with a soft cloth.

The iron may give out some smoke when using it for the first time. After a short while this will cease.

Setting the temperature
1 2 3 Put the iron on its heel. Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature by turning it to the position of the temperature indicator (fig. 1). Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature. 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester) 1 Silk 2 Wool 3 Cotton, linen When you do not know what kind of fabric(s) the article is made of, try to iron on a spot which will be invisible when you wear it. Silk, woolen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny spots. Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibers. Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

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Ironing
1 Set the temperature dial to the recommended position. See section 'Setting the temperature'. 2 Types GC141 and GC130 only: Allow the iron to heat up for two minutes before you start ironing. If you set the temperature dial to a lower setting after ironing at a high temperature, allow the iron to cool down for five minutes before you recommence ironing. 3 Types GC147, GC146, GC137 and GC135 only: Start ironing when the amber temperature pilot light has first gone out and then come on again (fig. 2). B The amber pilot light will come on from time to time during ironing. 1 2

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Cleaning and maintenance
3 1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. 2 Wipe the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner. Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects. 3 Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.

Storage
1 2 3 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Wind the mains cord around the cord storage facility (fig. 3). Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place.

Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Web site at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.

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