◗ 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.
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 wall socket. ◗ Always place and use the iron and the stand, if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal surface.
ENGLISH Close the cap of the filling opening. Setting the temperature Put the iron on its heel. Set the required ironing temperature by turning the temperature dial to the appropriate position. Check the care label for the required ironing temperature: Synthetic fabrics (e.g.
Select the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the ironing temperature selected: - 1 - 3 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3) - 3 - 6 for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX) The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
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ENGLISH HI 545 Turbo steam 0 Types HI545/35/29/28/25 only The turbo-steam function helps remove difficult creases. Only use the turbo-steam function at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. Press the turbo-steam button and hold it down for max. 5 seconds. Release the button and wait at least 1 minute before using the turbo-steam function again.
Cleaning and maintenance After ironing Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent. To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid hard contact with metal objects.
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ENGLISH After the self-clean process - Put the iron on its heel. - Put the plug in the wall socket and let the iron heat up to allow the soleplate to dry. - Unplug the iron when the light has gone out. - Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.
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.