Philips Mistral GC2425 User manual

Mistral

GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326, GC2325,

GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305

A D F GECB I

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ESPAÑOL 14

ITALIANO 23

PORTUGUÊS 32

GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326,

GC2325, GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305

General description

ASpray nozzle

BFilling cap (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)

CShot-of-steam button (GC2425/2420/2415/

GC2330/2326/2325/2320/2315/2310 only)

DSpray button T

ESteam control

- O= no steam

- Á= minimum steam

- q= moderate steam

(GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)

- w= maximum steam

- 1= Calc-Clean function

FExtra-steam function (GC2305 only)

GTemperature light

HAutomatic shut-off light (GC2425/GC2330 only)

ITemperature dial

JMains cord

KType plate

LAnti-calc tablet

MWater tank

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 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.

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◗Place and use the iron on a stable ironing board or table.

◗If a stand is provided with the appliance, ensure that the stand is

placed on a stable surface.

◗This appliance is intended for household use only.

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 (specific types only).

C4Tilt the iron and fill the water tank up to maximum level.

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

5Close the filling cap (click!) (specific types 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.

Setting the temperature

◗The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first

time.This will cease after a short while.

C1Put the iron on its heel and set 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 or kinds of fabric an article is made of,

determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will

not be visible when you wear or use the article.

- Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the

fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the spray function to

prevent stains.

2Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

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3When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before

you start ironing.

BThe temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.

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)

(specific types only).

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

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

GC2415/2320/2315/2310/2305 only:

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

(MIN to 2).

Ironing without steam

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

2Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.

See 'Setting the temperature'.

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.

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Extra Steam (GC2305 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 (specific types 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.

Vertical Shot of Steam (specific types 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 (GC2425/2420/GC2330/2326/2325 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.

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Automatic shut-off (GC2425/GC2330 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

automatic shut-off light will start blinking.

To heat up the iron again: pick it up or move it slightly.The automatic

shut-off light will go out.

1If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before

you start ironing.

2If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for

use.

Cleaning and maintenance

Double-Active Calc System

C◗The anti-calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents.

The tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced.

◗The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles.

Calc-Clean function

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.

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 temperature 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.

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