Philips Mistral GC2105 User manual

Mistral

GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125, GC2120,

GC2115, GC2110, GC2105

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NORSK 12

SVENSKA 21

SUOMI 30

DANSK 38

BAHASA INDONESIA 48

GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125,

GC2120, GC2115, GC2110, GC2105

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.

◗Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the

mains.

◗Never immerse the iron 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.

◗Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids

or other chemicals in the water tank.

◗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 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 use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.

◗This appliance is intended for household use only.

Before first use

1Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to

the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

C2Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.

3Heat up the iron to 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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Preparing for use

Filling the water tank

1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

C2Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).

3Open the filling cap.

(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125 and GC2120

only)

4Tilt the iron.

C5Use a measuring cup to fill the water tank up to maximum

level.

6Close the filling cap (click!).

(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125 and GC2120

only)

If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled

water. Do not use vinegar, starch or chemically descaled water.

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

Setting the temperature

1Put the iron on its heel.

C2Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature

by turning it to the appropriate position.

- Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.

-1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)

-1Silk

-2Wool

-3Cotton, 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.

3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

4When the amber temperature light has gone out, wait a while

before you start ironing.

BThe amber pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.

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For versions with auto shut-off (types GC2225 and

GC2130 only) (see also 'Other features')

C◗If the automatic shut-off function has been activated (red pilot

light blinks), move the iron slightly to deactivate this function (red

pilot light stops blinking).

Using the appliance

Steam ironing

Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

1Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.

See 'Setting the temperature'.

C2Set the steam control to the appropriate steam position.

-Áfor minimum steam (temperature settings 2and 3).

-Ëfor moderate steam (temperature settings 3to MAX) (Types

GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125 and GC2120 only).

-Èfor maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX).

BSteaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.

Types GC2215, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110 and GC2105

only

Water may leak from the soleplate if the set temperature is too low

(MIN to 2).

GC2225, GC2220, G2130 and GC2125 only.

The iron is equipped with a drip stop system (see also 'Other

features).

Ironing without steam

1Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).

2Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.

See 'Setting the temperature'.

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Other features

Spraying

To remove stubborn creases at any temperature

1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

C2Press the spray button several times to moisten the garment to

be ironed.

Extra Steam (type GC2105 only)

This function provides extra steam to remove really stubborn creases.

The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between

3and MAX.

C1Set the steam control to maximum position È.

C2Press and hold the Steam Control button down for max.

5 seconds.

3Wait at least 1 minute before using Extra Steam again to

prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.

Shot of Steam (GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125,

GC2120, GC2115 and GC2110 only)

A powerful shot of steam helps to remove very stubborn creases.

The Shot-of-Steam function only works at temperature settings

between 2and MAX.

C1Press and release the Shot-of-Steam button.

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Vertical Shot of Steam (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215,

GC2130, GC2125, GC2120 and GC2115 only)

C1The Shot-of-Steam function can also be used when you are

holding the iron in vertical position.This is useful for removing

creases from hanging clothes, curtains, etc.

Never direct the steam towards people.

Drip Stop (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2130 and GC2125

only)

This iron is equipped with a drip stop function: the iron automatically

stops steaming when the temperature is too low to prevent water from

dripping out of the soleplate.When this happens you will hear a click.

Automatic shut-off (types GC2225 and GC2130 only)

An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating

element off if the iron has not been moved for a while.

C◗To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the

red auto-off pilot light will start blinking.

To heat up the iron again:

1Pick up the iron or move it slightly.

2The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature

pilot light will go on, depending on the soleplate temperature.

3If the amber pilot light goes on after the iron has been moved,

wait for it to go out before you start ironing.

4If the amber light does not go on after the iron has been

moved, the iron is ready for use.

Cleaning and maintenance

Calc-Clean

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), the Calc-Clean function should be used more

frequently.

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1Set the steam control to position O.

2Fill the water tank to the maximum level.

Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank..

C3Set the temperature dial to MAX.

4Put the plug in the wall socket.

5Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.

6Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to

position 1(Calc-Clean).The steam control knob will spring up

slightly.

C7Pull the steam control knob upwards to remove the steam

control needle.

C8Move the iron to and fro.

BSteam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Impurities and

scale (if any) will be flushed out.

C9Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle.

Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.

C10 Put the steam control needle back by inserting 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. Set the

steam control knob to position O.

11 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of

impurities.

After the Calc-Clean process

1Plug the iron in to let the soleplate dry up.

2Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.

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3Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any

water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.

4Let the iron cool down before you store it.

After ironing

1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron

cool down.

2Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a

damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner.

Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects.

Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals.

3Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.

4Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water

tank after cleaning.

Storage

1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket, let the iron cool

down and set the steam control to position O.

C2Empty the water tank.

C3Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility.

4Always 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

Philipswebsite 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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