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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
Check if the voltage rating on the typeplate corresponds to the mains supply
in your home.
2
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
Put the iron on its heel.
2
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.
3
Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
Ironing
1
Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See section 'Setting the temperature'.
2
Types GC142 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.
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Types GC149, GC148, GC139, GC136 and GC135 only:
Start ironing when the amber temperature pilot light has first gone out and then come
on again (fig. 2).
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The amber pilot light will come on from time to time during ironing.
Cleaning and maintenance
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
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
2
Wind the mains cord around the cord storage facility (fig. 3).
3
Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place.
GC149, GC148, GC142,GC139, GC136, GC135,GC130
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