PHILIPS GC1580/02
Owner's Manual

(fig. 14). Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle (fig. 15).

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A Temperature control dial B Steam control dial O = no steam q = moderate steam w = maximum steam x = Calc-Clean function C Spray button T D Spray nozzle E Temperature pilot light F Water filling opening G Water tank H Type plate I Cord J Extra Steam function (press steam control dial) (type GC1580) K Auto shut-off (type GC1580) L Release button for water tank M Shot of Steam function (type GC1573 and GC1575)

Do not bend or damage the steam control needle. 11 Reinsert the steam control needle by placing the point of the needle exactly in the centre of the hole and by fitting the small projection on the side of the needle into the slot (fig. 16). 12 Set the steam control to position O. After the Calc-Clean process 1 Connect the iron to the mains to let the soleplate dry. 2 Unplug the iron when the pilot light has gone out. 3 Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have formed on the soleplate. 4 Let the iron cool down before you store it. Cleaning after ironing 1 Make sure the plug has been removed from the wall socket and the iron has cooled down. 2 Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner. Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid contact with metal objects. 3 Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth. 4 Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water tank after cleaning.

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For optimal safety, read these instructions carefully and look at the illustrations before you start using the appliance. Keep these instructions for future reference. � � � � � � Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the mains. This appliance is not intended for use by children. 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. Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way. 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 supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from Philips or a service agent. Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

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1 Make sure the plug has been removed from the wall socket and the iron has cooled down. Set the steam control to position O. 2 Empty the water tank (fig 17). 3 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility. 4 Store the iron standing on his heel in a safe and dry place (fig. 18).

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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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1 Remove sticker or protective foil from the soleplate if there is any. 2 Heat up the iron to the 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.

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This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with your iron. Please read the different sections for more details. If you are unable to solve the problem, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country. You can find its telephone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.

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Never immerse the iron in water. 1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (fig. 2). 3 Press and hold the release button and remove the detachable water tank (fig. 3). 4 Fill the water tank with cold tap water up to the maximum level (fig. 4). Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication. Only use water. Do not use vinegar, starch, ironing concentrates or chemically descaled water. 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. 5 Push the water tank back into the iron until you hear a �click�. Problem The iron is plugged in but the soleplate is cold. Possible cause(s) There is a connection problem. The temperature control dial has been set to MIN. The auto-off function is Move the iron slightly and the activated. The iron does not produce any steam. There is not enough The steam control dial has been set to position O. The iron is not hot enough. iron will start heating up again.
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Solution(s) Check if the plug is connected to the wall socket properly. Set the temperature control dial to the required temperature.
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Fill the water tank (see 'Filling Set the steam control dial to position q or w (see 'Steam ironing'). Set the temperature control dial to a temperature suitable for steam ironing (2 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the pilot light has gone out before you start ironing. Press and hold the steam control dial for maximal 5 seconds.
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1 Put the iron on its heel. 2 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 If you do not know what kind of fabric(s) a garment is made of, determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will be invisible when you wear the garment. 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 fibres. 3 Set the temperature control dial to the required ironing temperature by turning it to the appropriate temperature indication (fig. 5). 4 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. 5 When the temperature pilot light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing (fig. 6). The pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.

The Extra Steam The steam control dial function does not work has not been pressed (type GC1580) long enough. The Extra Steam function has been used too often in a short period. The iron is not hot enough.

Wait at least 1 minute before using the Extra Steam function again. Set the temperature control dial to a temperature between 3 and MAX. Put the iron on its heel and wait until the pilot light has gone out.

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Water leaks from the soleplate when I use the Extra Steam function (type GC1580)

There is not enough Fill the water tank (see 'Filling water in the water tank. the water tank'). The iron is not hot Set the temperature control dial enough. to a temperature between 3 and MAX. Put the iron on its heel and wait until the pilot light has gone out. The Extra Steam Wait at least 1 minute before function has been used using the Extra Steam function too often in a short again (see 'Extra Steam'). period.
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1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. 2 After the temperature pilot light has gone out, set the steam control to the appropriate steam position (fig. 7). q for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to MAX) w for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX) The iron will start producing steam as soon as the set temperature has been reached. 3 Set the temperature control dial to the recommended position. See 'Setting the temperature'.

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1 Set the steam control dial to position O (= no steam). 2 Set the temperature control dial to the recommended position. See 'Setting the temperature'.

Flakes and impurities You have been using come out of the hard water, which has soleplate during ironing. caused scale flakes to develop inside the soleplate. Water leaks from the The set temperature is soleplate during ironing. too low.

Use the Calc-Clean function a few times (see 'Calc-Clean').

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Spray function To remove stubborn creases at any temperature � Make sure there is enough water in the water tank. 1 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (fig. 8). Extra Steam (type GC1580) This function provides extra steam to remove very stubborn creases. � The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. 1 Set the steam control dial to the maximum position w (fig. 9). 2 Press and hold the steam control dial for maximal 5 seconds (fig. 10). 3 Release the steam control dial and wait at least 1 minute before using this function again to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate. Shot of steam (types GC1575 and GC1573) A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases. Use the Shot-of-Steam function only at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. 1 Press and release the Shot of steam button (fig. 11). Wait for while before using the button again to avoid spluttering. Never direct the steam towards people. ASO - Auto shut off (type GC1580) An electronic safety device will automatically switch off the iron if it has not been removed for a while. To indicate that the iron has been switched-off, the red auto-off pilot light will start blinking (fig. 12). - In a horizontal position, this will happen after 30 seconds. - In a vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes. To heat up the iron again: - Pick up the iron or move it slightly. - The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature pilot light will go on. - When the amber pilot light has gone out and goes on again, the iron is ready for use.

Set the temperature control dial to a temperature suitable for steam ironing (2 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the pilot light has gone out before you start ironing. Empty the water tank and set the steam control to position O

Water leaks from the The iron has been put soleplate while the iron in horizontal position

is cooling down or after while there is still water before storing the iron (see it has been stored. in the water tank. 'Storage'). Place the iron on its heel. The Shot of steam There is not enough Fill the water tank (see 'Filling function does not work water in the water tank. the water tank'). (types GC1575 and GC1573).

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Calc-Clean function The Calc-Clean function removes scale and impurities. Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. If the water in your area is very hard (i.e. when flakes come out of the soleplate during ironing), you should use the Calc-Clean function more frequently. 1 Set the steam control dial to position O. 2 Set the temperature control dial to MAX. 3 Fill the water tank to the maximum level. Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank. 4 Put the plug in the wall socket. 5 Unplug the iron when the temperature pilot light has gone out. 6 Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to the Calc-Clean position � (fig. 13). 7 Pull the steam control dial slightly upwards and gently shake the iron until all water in the tank has been used up. Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate, flushing out impurities and scale. 8 Press the steam control dial back to its original position and set it to position O after having used the Calc-Clean function. 9 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities. 10 To clean the steam control needle, pull the steam control out of the appliance

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The spray function does not work

There is not enough Fill the water tank (see 'Filling water in the water tank. the water tank').

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