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USER MANUAL Avent SCF285 PHILIPS

SCF288, SCF287, SCF286, SCF285, SCF284J

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General description (Fig. 1)

D Heating element with water reservoir

I SCF287/SCF286: Ready light

J SCF288/SCF285/SCF284:Sterilizing light

K Dishwasher basket (SCF288/SCF287/SCF286 only)

Note: You can nd the type number of your sterilizer on the bottom of the appliance.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the

1 Read all instructions.

2 To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other

3 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4 Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on

or taking off parts.

5 Always unplug the cord of the sterilizer before pouring away water and/or rinsing.

6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions

or has been damaged in any manner.

7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause

8 Do not use outdoors.

9 Do not let cord hang over edge or table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

Always let the appliance cool down before moving, cleaning or storing it.

12 Always unplug the appliance when not in use.

13 Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

WHEN IN USE, THE STERILIZER CONTAINS BOILING WATER AND STEAM ESCAPES FROM THE VENT IN THE LID.

Ensure the sterilizer is placed on a rm level surface when in use.

16 Never move or open the unit when in use.

17 Always keep out of reach of children.

18 Never place items on top of the sterilizer.

19 To stop the sterilizer during the cycle, unplug at the electrical outlet.

20 Take care when opening as steam can burn.

21 Do not use chemical sterilizing solutions/tablets or bleach in your steam sterilizer or on products

22 Do not use abrasive, antibacterial materials or scourers to clean the sterilizer.

23 Do not use softened water in the sterilizer.

24 A short power cord has been provided to prevent the risk of it becoming entangled or being

25 Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.

26 If an extension cord is used, its electrical rating must be as great as the rating of the appliance

and not draped over the edge of the table top where it could be pulled by children or tripped

over. The extension cord should be a grounded type 3 wire cord.

27 Failure to follow de-scaling instructions may cause irreparable damage.

28 There are no serviceable parts inside the sterilizer. Do not attempt to open, service or repair

the sterilizer yourself.

29 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

30 HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Check if the voltage that is indicated on the appliance corresponds

to the local voltage before you

connect the appliance.

32 Never turn on the Electric Steam Sterilizer before lling water into the water reservoir.

33 Do not sterilize very small parts which can fall through the holes of the containers

34 Using of homeopathic additives in water can have negative inuence in steam, health and can

damage plastic parts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Caution

- Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or Philips which are not

specically recommended. If you use such accessories or parts, your warranty becomes invalid.

- Use distilled water, bottled water or fresh running water without any additives.

- Do not put bleach or other chemicals in the appliance.

- Only sterilize baby feeding products that have been approved for sterilization.

- Do not expose the appliance to extreme heat or direct sunlight.

- Environmental conditions can inuence the function of the appliance e.g. temperature, air

pressure, local altitudes (sea level), etc.

ENGLISH 7Before rst use

When you use the appliance for the rst time, we advise you to let it complete one sterilization

process with empty baskets.

Note: Heating up takes approx. 4 minutes and sterilizing takes approx. 6 minutes.

1 Useababybottleandpourexactly3.4.oz.(100ml)ofwaterdirectlyintothewater

6 Pressthepower-onbuttontoturnontheappliance.(Fig.6)

Note: If you plug the appliance into the electrical outlet after you have pressed the power-on button, the

sterilizer starts to heat up immediately.

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, Whenthesterilizationprocessisnished,theapplianceturnsoffautomatically.

largebasketandwipethemdry.

8 Lettheappliancecooldowncompletelyforapprox.10minutesbeforeyouuseitagain.

Note: The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilizing cycle. It needs to cool down rst.

Preparing for sterilizing

Before you put the items to be sterilized in the sterilizer, clean them thoroughly in the dishwasher or

clean them by hand with hot water and some liquid soap.

Using the dishwasher basket (SCF288/SCF287/SCF286 only)

Use the dishwasher basket to preclean the items you want to sterilize.

1 Openthetwosectionsofthelidofthedishwasherbasketandplacethebottlesand

accessoriesinthebasket(Fig.7).

Note: Make sure that the bottles are placed upside down.

2 Closethetwosectionsofthelidofthedishwasherbasket(Fig.8).

3 Placethebasketinthedishwasher.

Note: You can leave the dishwasher basket inside the large basket with the two sections of the lid opened.

ENGLISH8Assembling the sterilizer

There are several ways to assemble the sterilizer.

1 With only the small basket on the base to sterilize small items such as paciers (Fig. 9).

2 With only the large basket on the base to sterilize medium-sized items such as toddler plates or

toddler cutlery (Fig. 10).

3 With the large basket and the small basket on the base to sterilize up to 6 11 . oz. (330ml)

bottles. Place the bottles upside down in the large basket and place the bottle dome caps, screw

rings and nipples in the small basket (Fig. 11).

Note: When you ll the small basket, put the nipples on the bottom, place the screw rings loosely on top

of the nipples and clip the bottle caps onto the two pillars in the small basket.

Note: Make sure all parts that need to be sterilized are completely disassembled and place them in the

basket with their openings pointing down to prevent them from lling up with water.

Use the sterilizer for its intended household use as described in this manual.

Onlyplaceitemsinthesterilizerwhicharesuitableforsterilizing.Donotsterilizeitemsthatare

lledwithliquid,e.g.ateetherwithcoolinguid.

Note: Before you sterilize bottles and other items, clean them rst (see section ‘Preparing for sterilizing’).

5Pressthepower-onbuttontoswitchontheappliance(Fig.6).

Note: If you plug the appliance into the electrical outlet after you have pressed the power-on button, the

sterilizer starts to heat up immediately.

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Note: Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before you touch the sterilized items.

Note: The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilizing cycle. It needs to cool down rst.

Note: The sterilizer is not dishwasher-safe. The baskets and the lid can be cleaned with hot water and

Note: After cleaning, store the sterilizer in a clean, dry place.

When you use the sterilizer, small spots may appear on the heating element in the base. This is scale

that is building up. The harder the water, the faster scale builds up. Descale the sterilizer at least

every 4 weeks to ensure that it continues to work effectively.

1 Pour2.7.oz.(80ml)whitevinegar(5%aceticacid)and0.7.oz.(20ml)coldwaterintothe

Note: This appliance has no other user-serviceable parts. For assistance call 1-800-54-AVENT

- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but

hand it in at an ofcial collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the

environment (Fig. 12).

- For assistance visit www.recycle.philips.com or call 1-800-54-AVENT (1-800-542-8368).

For assistance visit our website: www.philips.com/AVENT or call 1-800-54-AVENT

FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Philips Electronics North America Corporation (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (CANADA)

warrant each new Philips AVENT product, model SCF288, SCF287, SCF286, SCF285 or SCF284,

against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase,

and agrees to repair or replace any defective product without charge.

IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack

of reasonable care, or the afxing of any attachment not provided with the product. NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In order to obtain warranty service, simply call 1-800-54 AVENT.

Philips Consumer Lifestyle

A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation

P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904

In Canada: Philips Electronics Ltd

281 Hillmount Road, Markham, ON L6C 2S3

Frequently asked questions

This chapter lists the questions most frequently asked about the appliance. If you cannot nd the

answer to your question, call 1-800-54-AVENT (1- 800-542-8368) for assistance.

Why does water ow out of

You may have poured too much water into the sterilizer. Do not

pour more than 3.4 . oz. (100 ml) water in the water reservoir.

Why are there white spots in

the water reservoir, the

Scale build-up is normal and occurs more quickly in hard water

areas. Descale the appliance regularly (see chapter ‘Descaling’).

Why does a lot of steam

escape from under the lid?

Check if the lid has been placed on the basket properly.

Why does the sterilization

process take so long?

You may have poured too much water into the sterilizer (see

chapter ‘Using the appliance’). The number of items placed in the

baskets and the number of baskets used determine the actual

Why is the sterilization process

You may have poured too little water into the sterilizer (see

chapter ‘Using the appliance’).

Why does the appliance start

to heat up immediately when I

You have pressed the power-on button before you plugged the

appliance into the electrical outlet. When you press the

power-on button before you put the plug in the outlet, the

sterilizer starts operating immediately when you plug it in.

ENGLISH 11Question Answer

SCF288/SCF285/SCF284: Why

can’t I restart the appliance?

The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilizing

cycle, it needs to cool down rst. Wait for 10 minutes, before

you turn on the appliance again.

SCF287/SCF286: Why doesn’t

the ready light go out, when I

restart the appliance?

The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilizing

cycle, it needs to cool down rst. Wait for 10 minutes, before

you turn on the appliance again.

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281 Hillmount Road, Markham, ON L6C 2S3

281 Hillmount Road, Markham, ON L6C 2S3