GC9500 - Steam iron PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GC9500 PHILIPS

Electrical connecting socket

Water tank (with filling cap & filter)

Ironing board (retractable)

Emergency unlocking device (to be used by Philips Service Centre only)

Read all instructions carefully before using your Insta Press The press is intended for household use only.

In order to avoid any risk of electric shock, burns or injuries, the following rules must be observed carefully: Ensure that voltage is the same as stated on the manufacturer’s plate on the appliance. To reduce the likelihood of circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquid. Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet. Do not leave the appliance exposed to the weather (rain, sun, etc.). Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself is damaged. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance, as incorrect reassembling or repair could cause of risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. Repair must be carried out by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. When you fill with water, replace accessories or have finished ironing and even when you leave the appliance for a short while, unplug the appliance. Never yank cord to avoid contact with any hot surface. Let appliance cool completely before putting away. Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts. Do not touch metal ironing surface when appliance is “ON”, or during prolonged cool-down period after use. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10Ampere rated cord should be used. Cord rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave appliance unattended while connected. Always place the appliance on a stable, level and ENGLISH

horizontal surface. Do not put the appliance on the soft part of an ironing board. Never place damp cloths or clothes on the appliance to dry. When the appliance is in use, never touch the hot surfaces. Do not clean the inside of the appliance with flammable substances. Do not place it on damp or wet surfaces. Do not leave the packaging within the reach of children - it could be a source of danger. Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. Any other use is improper and thus dangerous. PHILIPS will not be liable for any damages caused by its improper, wrongful or unreasonable use. Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations, switch off the appliance and cut off the power supply by removing the plug from the mains socket. In the case of failure and/or incorrect functioning of the appliance, switch it off at once and do not tamper with it. For any repairs, contact a Technical Assistance Center authorized by PHILIPS to ensure use of genuine manufacturer’s spare parts. Any failure to comply with these requirements may render the appliance dangerous and will invalidate the guarantee. If it is decided to scrap the appliance because it is no longer working, after removing the plug from the socket, it is recommended to cut off the plug thus rendering the machine unusable. You are also advised to make safe any parts of the appliance that could represent a hazard, in particular to children who could use it as a toy. The press must be immediately unplugged from the mains socket after use, when left unattended, during maintenance or when replacing parts or accessories. Never pull on the power cord to remove the plug from the socket or the mains, hold onto the plug for pulling. In case of abrupt cut off in power supply, the press will remain closed. Unplug the appliance from the socket, reinstate the power, and plug in the cord to

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Place the appliance on a table or on a stable & level surface. Locking device To unlock:

Plug the connecting cable into the mains and the socket of the press. The lock button ( ) will light up. Press the lock button ( ) once; the press will be unlocked and the top-heating panel opens up. ►Note: The press will be locked again if the lock button is pressed twice.To unlock the press, unplug from the mains once and plug in again.Press the lock button once to unlock. To lock;

When the appliance has cooled down sufficiently; Plug the connecting cable into the mains, close the top-heating press, and press the lock button ( once to lock it. ►Note: The locking device is only possible when the press is cooled down sufficiently (to below 50°c).

Slide out the water tank from the casing.

Open the filling cap and fill with tap water.

Close the filling cap and push the water tank back to the original position. Do not fill the tank without the filter in place. Do not forget to put back the filling cap properly after refilling. Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank. Setting the spray

MAX By adjusting the spray control, the amount of spray is regulated according to the fabric type. Dry; synthetic fabrics, silk. Moist; cotton, linen, cotton blends, wool.

To get the required amount of spray for easy removal of creases, adjust the spray control towards the ‘MAX’ position. Full amount of spray can be obtained with spray control adjusted to the far-end of the ‘MAX’ position.

For dry ironing, spray can be turned off completely by adjusting the spray control to the far end of the ‘OFF’ position. OFF

Spray can be adjusted anytime during ironing. ►Note: When the appliance is new or after extended period of storage, the spray needs to be primed for first use. Priming is to fill up the internal tubing with water before the spray can start to function properly. To do this:

Fill the water tank.

Adjust the spray control to ‘OFF’ position.

Move the top-heating press in quick succession for 15-20 times. Adjust the spray control to ‘MAX’ position. Move the top-heating press in quick succession for a few times, spray will commence. Setting the temperature and pressure

Unlock the top-heating press (see “Locking device” section).

When the top-heating panel is unlocked, then the temperature can be adjusted by pressing the temperature setting ( ) accordingly.

When the required temperature is selected, the temperature light will light up.

As soon as the temperature is ready, the temperature setting ( ) light goes off.

Select the required pressure by pressing the pressure setting .

1 lamp lights up; 50% pressure (23-25kg)

2 lamps light up; 100% pressure (45-50kg) ►Note: Use lighter pressure for delicate fabrics and higher pressure for tough creases or thick fabrics.

The appliance is ready for use when the required temperature is reached, within about 5 minutes. Adjusting the ironing board

The ironing boards are inter-changeable anytime during ironing. ENGLISH

Adjust the ironing board accordingly: The large ironing board provides fast ironing on normal and bulky garments or several small items put together. The sleeve (smaller) ironing board allows ironing on difficult parts or smaller pieces of garment.

Set the required temperature and adjust the amount of spray accordingly.

Layout the garment on the ironing board, smooth out the garment to avoid unwanted creases in pressing (see ironing tips).

Apply spray according to the type of fabric (see setting the spray’ or ‘ironing tips’).

Spray is dispensed when the top-heating press is closed in quick action. Repeat this a few times if more moisture is needed on the garment. Take care not to over moisten the fabric to avoid big water droplets. Press here

Close the top-heating press fully and activate the pressing control, by pressing onto the right or left side of the pressing control.

Press & hold the pressing control for a few seconds, automatic pressing will be applied.

Release the pressing control and the press will open up. If the garment is still moist, repeat the pressing process.

Lift up the top-heating press and rearrange the garment to continue ironing.

Repeat this until the entire garment is pressed to satisfaction.

If the pressing control is held for more than 7 seconds, there is a warning signal to prevent overheating of garment (see ‘Safety Feature’ section). Do not touch the hot heating press (metallic plate). Keep the hand away from the hot plate during arrangement of garment. SAFETY FEATURES

The duration of each pressing cycle should not be more than 10 seconds.

When the top-heating press is closed and the pressing control pressed, the caution buzzer signal will signal after 7 seconds.

The heating and pressing control will switch off automatically after 10 seconds.

The heating will be switched off automatically when the press is not used for 15 minutes. ►Note: Keep both hands on the press handle when closing the top-heating press, to prevent the hand from accidental clamping and scorching. ►Note: The plastic housing of the appliance keeps the temperature low for comfort in usage, and to save energy consumption. ►Note: In case of abrupt cut off in power supply, the press will remain closed. Unplug the appliance from the socket and send it to the local Philips dealer or Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV. Ironing tips

When pressing monograms or embroideries, place them face down onto the ironing board; this is to avoid direct contact with the top-heating press.

For woolens, knitwear, jersey, starched & added finished fabrics, place a piece of pressing cloth on top of fabric before pressing. Lightly moisten the ENGLISH

pressing cloth with the spray.

To avoid scorching the fabric, start off with items that require low temperature, as the cooling down process is longer.

Large garments should be arranged behind the ironing board, in order not to crease again after pressing. Move the garment progressively towards you during pressing. Alternatively, move the large garment from left to right.

To take care of buttons or zip fasteners made of synthetic materials, place the garment face down to avoid direct contact with the top heating press while ironing. STORAGE & MAINTENANCE After ironing here MAX OFF

To switch off the heating, press the temperature setting until all the temperature lights switch off.

Switch of the spray supply by setting the spray control to ‘OFF’ position.

Leave the top-heating press opened and let it cool down to room temperature. Do not touch the hot heating press (metallic plate). Keep the hand away from the hot plate, keep appliance away from children.

When the appliance has cooled down sufficiently; plug the connecting cable into the mains, close the top-heating press, and press the lock button once to lock it.

Unplug the connecting cable from the mains.

The appliance can be transported or stored. ►Note: The locking device is only possible when the press is cooled down sufficiently (to below 50°c).

To keep the top-heating press clean, clean it at lukewarm temperature.

Use a piece of moist cotton cloth (without fluff) to wipe away stain from the metallic surface of the press.

For persistent stain, wipe the press with vinegar, and clear away the vinegar with moist cloth. Do not use alkaline cleaning agent or abrasive material (eg. steel wool) for cleaning. ►Note: The ironing board cover can be replaced from time to time. Replacement parts (ironing / sleeve board cover/ foam, water tank filter, filling cap & spray nozzle) can be obtained from the local Philips dealer (see “Guarantee & service” section). GUARANTEE & SERVICE 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 Replacement parts: 4239 022 55171 Ironing board foam 4239 022 55181 Ironing board cover 4239 022 55191 Sleeve board foam 4239 022 55201 Sleeve board cover 4239 022 55211 Filling cap 4239 022 55221 Water tank filter 4239 022 55231 Spray nozzle FRANCAIS