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 or the appliance
itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped
or is leaking.
◗ Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
◗ If the mains cord is damaged, it must be 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.
◗ Never immerse the iron and the stand, if provided, in water.
◗ Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
◗ The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may
cause burns if touched.
◗ Do not allow the cord to come into contact with the soleplate
when it is hot.
◗ 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.
◗ Always place and use the iron and the stand, if provided, 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.
Before first use
1 Check if the voltage rating on the typeplate corresponds to the
mains supply in your home.
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2 Remove any sticker, protective foil or storage cover (Type
GC4043, GC4040, GC4028, GC4025 only) from the soleplate.
3 Heat up the iron to maximum temperature and iron over a
piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residue
on the soleplate.
The iron may give out some smoke when using it for the first time.
After a short while this will cease.
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