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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your iron, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using. 1. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling removable water reservoir with water or emptying and when not in use. Be careful to avoid spilling water over the iron when filling reservoir. 2.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 4 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. 2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS This Philips Iron has a polarized plug for an added safety feature.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 6 2 3 Features Before Using Remove any sticker or protective foil from soleplate Dual Language Temperature Control Dial Red Auto-Off Pilot Light To ensure maximum steam performance, Amber Pilot Light •Clean any left over residue from the Steam Vents by following this procedure: Removable Water Reservoir Release Buttons Variable Steam Control 1 2 3 4 5 Fabric Guide 6 Shot Of Steam Button 7 Spray Button 8 9 Turn Steam Control to position 0.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 8 4 5 Steam Ironing 3 4 Press and hold the removable water reservoir release buttons and remove the removable water reservoir. Bell Vent Pattern on soleplate steams and presses twice in one action. Open the filling cap. Make sure that there is enough water in the removable water reservoir. 1 Set the Temperature Control to the recommended position. See section 'Setting the temperature.' 5 Pour tap water into the removable water reservoir up to the maximum level.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 10 6 7 Shot of Steam This function can also be used when you hold the iron in vertical position. A powerful "shot" of steam helps remove stubborn creases. The Shot-of-Steam function can only be used at temperature settings between and MAX. 1 Always unplug cord from electrical outlet and set the Steam Control to position 0. 2 Fill the removable water reservoir to the maximum level. Do not use vinegar or other descaling agents to self clean your iron.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 12 8 9 Temperature and Fabric Guide 4 Loop cord around cord wrap when storing. Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe dry place. 5 To clean body of iron, use mild detergent and soft cloth only. Never use harsh household cleansers, abrasive cleansers or scouring pads to clean iron housing – scratching/fading of housing colors may occur. Follow garment label instructions for best ironing results.
HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 14 10 Problem Possible cause(s) Solution No steam Not enough water in the removable water reservoir. Fill the removable water reservoir (see Filling the removable water reservoir). The steam control has been set to position 0. The iron is not hot enough and/or Drip Stop System is activated. Set to steam position (see Steam ironing). Set the temperature control to the steam area ( to MAX).
