GC2415 - Iron PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Steam iron
Brand	PHILIPS
Model	GC2415
Power supply voltage	220-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Power	2000 W
Water tank capacity	Approx. 200 ml
Soleplate	Ceramic (estimated)
Anti-drip system	Yes
Spray function	Yes
Steam boost	Yes
Vertical steam function	Yes
Automatic shut-off	No
Anti-calc system	Integrated anti-calc tablet
Self-cleaning function	Yes
Power cord length	Approx. 2 m
Temperature control type	Rotary thermostat

Frequently Asked Questions - GC2415 PHILIPS

How to fill the water tank of the Philips GC2415 iron?

Unplug the iron, set the steam control to O (no steam), open the filling cover, tilt the iron and fill to the MAX level. Close the cover until it clicks.

What temperature setting for each fabric type?

Use the thermostat: ● for synthetics (acrylic, polyamide, polyester), ●● for silk, ●●● for wool, MAX for cotton and linen. When in doubt, start with the lowest temperature on a hidden area.

How to use the spray function?

Make sure the tank contains water. Press the spray button several times to dampen the fabric, especially for stubborn creases.

How to get a powerful steam boost?

Set the thermostat between ●●● and MAX. Press and release the steam boost button for a powerful burst of steam. Wait at least 1 minute between uses.

How to vertically steam clothes?

Hold the iron vertically, set the temperature between ●●● and MAX, then press the steam boost button for vertical steaming of curtains or hanging clothes. Never direct steam toward people.

Why is my iron not producing steam?

Check that the tank contains water, the steam control is not set to O and the temperature is high enough (between ●● and MAX). The anti-drip system may also block steam if the soleplate is too cold.

Why are water drops falling on the laundry?

This may happen if the temperature is too low (the iron switches to anti-drip mode) or if the filling cover is not properly closed. Increase the temperature or close the cover correctly.

How to clean the iron with the self-cleaning function?

Set the steam to O, fill the water tank to MAX, set the thermostat to MAX. Plug in, wait for the light to turn off, unplug. Hold the iron over the sink, set the steam control to the self-cleaning position (●) and shake. Boiling water and impurities will flow out.

How to care for the soleplate?

Clean the soleplate with a damp cloth or non-abrasive liquid detergent. Avoid any contact with metal objects. Never use scouring pads, vinegar, or chemicals.

What to do if the soleplate is cold even though the iron is plugged in?

Check the outlet and cord. Make sure the thermostat is not set to MIN. Turn the thermostat to a higher setting and wait for the indicator light to turn off.

USER MANUAL GC2415 PHILIPS

GC2425, GC2420, GC2415,

GC2330, GC2326, GC2325,

GC2320, GC2315, GC2310,

GC2305

ENGLISH 2-5

FRANÇAIS 6-10

NEDERLANDS 11-15

General description

Spray nozzle
Filling cap (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
Shot-of-steam button (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320/2315/2310 only)
Spray button
Steam control

• O = no steam
• = minimum steam
• = moderate steam (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
• = maximum steam
• = Calc-Clean function

F Extra-steam function (GC2305 only)

6 Temperature light
Automatic shut-off light (GC2425/GC2330 only)
1 Temperature dial
Mains cord
K Type plate
Anti-calc tablet
M Water 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 earthed wall socket.
  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

1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (fig. 1).
3 Open the filling cap (specific types only).
4 Tilt the iron and fill the water tank up to maximum level (fig. 2).

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

5 Close 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.
1 Put the iron on its heel and set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature by turning it to the appropriate position (fig. 3).

• Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.

Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
Silk
- Wool
- Cotton, 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.

2 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
3 When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing.
The 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.

1 Set the temperature dial to the recommended position. See 'Setting the temperature'.
2 Set the steam control to the appropriate steam position (fig. 4).

for minimum steam (temperature settings and ).

• for moderate steam (temperature settings to MAX) (specific types only).

• for maximum steam (temperature settings to MAX).

• Steaming 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 ).

Ironing without steam

1 Set the steam control to position O ( = no steam).
2 Set the temperature dial to the recommended position. See 'Setting the temperature'.

Features

Spraying

To remove stubborn creases at any temperature

1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
Press the spray button several times to moisten the garment to be ironed (fig. 5).

Extra Steam (GC2305 only)

This function provides extra steam to remove really stubborn creases.

The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between and MAX.

1 Set the steam control to maximum position (fig. 6).
Press and hold the Steam Control button down for max. 5 seconds (fig. 7).
3 Wait 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 and MAX.
Press and release the Shot-of-Steam button (fig. 8).

Vertical Shot of Steam (specific types only)

1 The 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 (fig. 9).
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.

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.
To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the automatic shut-off light will start blinking (fig. 10).

To heat up the iron again: pick it up or move it slightly. The automatic shut-off light will go out.

If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before you start ironing.

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

Cleaning and maintenance

Double-Active Calc System

The anti-calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents. The tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced (fig. 11).
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.

I Set the steam control to position O.
2 Fill the water tank to the maximum level. Do not pour vinegar or other descending agents into the water tank..
3 Set the temperature dial to MAX (fig. 12).
Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
6 Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to position (Calc-Clean). The steam control knob will spring up slightly.
7 Pull the steam control knob upwards to remove the steam control needle (fig. 13).
Hold the iron over the sink and move it to and fro (fig. 14).

• Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Impurities and scale (if any) will be flushed out.
  9 Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle (fig. 15).

Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.

10 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 (fig. 16).
11 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities.

After the Calc-Clean process

Plug the iron in to let the soleplate dry up.
2 Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
3 Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.

Storage

1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket, let the iron cool down and set the steam control to position O.
2 Clean the appliance and wipe 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.

3 Regurarily rinse the water tank with water and empty it after cleaning (fig. 17).
4 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility (fig. 18).
5 Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place.

Environment

Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the environment (fig. 19).

Guarantee & services

If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website 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.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with your iron. Please read the different sections for more details. If you are unable to solve the problem, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country.

Problem	Possible cause(s)	Solution
The iron is plugged in but the soleplate is cold.	Connection problem	Check the mains cord, the plug and the wall socket.
	Temperature dial set at MIN	Set the temperature dial to the required position.
No steam	Not enough water in the water tank.	Fill the water tank (see 'Preparing for use'; section 'Filling the watertank').
	The steam control has been set to position O.	Set the steam position to △, △ or △ (see 'Using the appliance', section 'Steam ironing').
	The soleplate is not hot enough and/or the drip stop function (specific types only) has been activated.	Set the temperature dial to a position in the steam area (●● to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light has gone out before you start ironing.
No shot of steam or no Vertical Shot of Steam (specific types only).	The (Vertical) Shot of Steam function has been used too often within a very short period.	Put the iron in horizontal position and wait a while before using the (Vertical) Shot of Steam function again.
	The soleplate is not hot enough.	Set the temperature dial to a position in the steam area (●● to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light has gone out before you start ironing.
Flakes and impurities come out of the soleplate during ironing.	Hard water forms flakes inside the soleplate.	Use the Calc-Clean function a few times (see 'Cleaning and maintenance', section 'Calc-Clean').
Red light is blinking (GC2425 and GC2330 only).	The automatic shut-off function has been activated (see 'Other features', section 'Automatic shut-off').	Pick the iron up or move it slightly to deactivate the automatic shut-off function: the red light will stop blinking.
Water droplets on fabric (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2 330/2326/2325/2320 only)	The filling cap has not been closed properly.	Press the filling cap until you hear a click.
Water droplets on fabric (GC2415/2320/2315/2310 /2305 only)	The temperature has been set too low.	Set the temperature dial to a position in the steam area (●● to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light has gone out before you start ironing.
Water drips from the soleplate after the iron has cooled down or has been stored.	The iron has been put in horizontal position while there was still water in the water tank.	Empty the water tank and set the steam control to position O after use. Store the iron on its heel.

Extra Vapeur (GC2305 unquipment)

Anti-goutte (GC2425/2420/GC2330/2326/2325 uniqueness)