Philips GC5037/80 Azur Elite Steam Iron User manual
- June 10, 2024
- Philips
Table of Contents
Philips GC5037/80 Azur Elite Steam Iron
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. Read this user manual and the important information leaflet carefully before you use the appliance. Save them for future reference.
Product Overview
- Water tank lid
- Display panel
- Steam button
- Calc-Clean / Quick Calc Release reminder light
- Steam boost trigger
- Mains cord
- Cord winding
- Calc-Clean button (specific types only)
- Soleplate
- Quick Calc Release (specific types only)
Exclusive technology from Philips
OptimalTEMP technology
The OptimalTEMP technology enables you to iron all types of ironable
fabrics, in any order, without adjusting the iron temperature and without
sorting your garments.
It is safe to just rest the hot soleplate directly on the ironing board
without putting it back on the iron platform. This will help reduce the stress
on your wrist.
DynamiQ sensor
This appliance uses the most advanced DynamiQ sensor that detects your iron movement precisely and delivers intelligent steam release for perfect results. Our advanced DynamiQ sensor knows precisely how your iron is moving and when it’s standing still. Just switch to DynamiQ sensor mode, and you’ll always have the perfect amount of steam when you need it to get rid of your wrinkles faster.
Turbo steam pump
We add a turbo steam pump in this appliance to boost up to 50% more steam
directly through fabrics, so creases quickly disappear.
Using the appliance
Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This stops after a short while
Type of water to use
This appliance has been designed to be used with tap water. However, if you
live in an area with hard water, fast-scale build-up may occur. Therefore, it
is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water to prolong the lifetime
of the appliance.
Do not use perfumed water, water from the tumble dryer, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water, or other chemicals, as they may cause water spitting, brown staining, or damage to your appliance.
Ironable fabrics
Check whether the garment is ironable by reading the label on the garment
(Fig. 1-3).
Do not iron non-ironable fabrics. The prints on the garment are not ironable either.
Steam settings
To change steam settings, tilt the iron up slightly (about 20 degrees and
more), and press the steam button on top of the handle (Fig. 1-5)
Note: All steam settings are equipped with OptimalTEMP technology and are safe to use on all ironable fabrics.
(setting) (Fig. 1-6): enabled by the sensor, the perfect amount of steam is produced automatically when needed during the movement of the iron. Steam stops when the iron is not moved or put in a vertical position. It is recommended to use iQ the setting for ultimate convenience on all garments.
MAX (MAX setting) (Fig. 1-7): maximum constant steam is delivered continuously for stubborn creases. For best results on tough fabrics such as cotton, jeans, and linen, it is recommended to use the MAX setting. Steam stops when the iron is put in the vertical position.
ECO (ECO setting) (specific types only) (Fig. 1-8): minimum constant steam is delivered continuously for garments with fewer creases. This setting also saves energy. Steam stops when the iron is put in the vertical position.
IONIC (ionic setting) (specific types only) (Fig. 1-9): Deep and powerful ionic steam bursts are produced for more hygienic ironing.
Tip: In any steam setting, you can press the steam button during ironing for more steam.
Auto shut-off
The safety auto-off function automatically switches off the appliance if it has not been used for 2 minutes resting on its soleplate or 8 minutes resting on its backplate. The display panel flashes to indicate the appliance is at auto-off status. To let the appliance heat up again, pick up the appliance or move it slightly. The display panel turns to breathe and the appliance starts to heat up.
Cleaning and maintenance
For more information on how to perform cleaning and maintenance on the iron, refer to the videos at this link: http://www.philips.com/descaling-iron.
Cleaning the soleplate
- Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
- Pour any remaining water out of the water tank.
- Wipe flakes and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent.
Note: To keep the soleplate smooth, avoid hard contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar, or other chemicals to clean the soleplate.
Quick Calc Release (specific types only)
IMPORTANT: The Quick Calc Release automatically collects loose scale particles during ironing. After 1 to 3 months of use, the Calc-Clean reminder light starts flashing to remind you to use the Quick Calc Release function (Fig. 2-1). This is to remove scales collected from your iron to prolong its life. When the Calc-Clean reminder light is flashing, the iron does not heat up.
Tip: The Quick Calc Release function can be used at any time, even when the reminder light is not activated yet. If you live in a hard water area, use the function more frequently.
Do not perform the Quick Calc Release when the iron is hot. Do not pour water into the Quick Calc Release opening.
- Unplug the appliance (Fig. 2-2) and make sure that the appliance is cool (Fig. 2-3).
- Hold the appliance in a vertical position over the sink.
- Flip up the lever of the Quick Calc Release collector (Fig.2-4) and pull out the collector (Fig.2-5).
- Clean the Quick Calc Release collector with water (Fig. 2-6, Fig. 2-7).
- Gently shake the appliance to allow scale particles to fall out (Fig. 2-8).
- Insert the Quick Calc Release collector back into the appliance (Fig. 2-10).
- Push down the lever (“click”) to lock the collector (Fig. 2-11)
Calc-Clean (specific types only)
IMPORTANT: After 1 to 3 months of use, the Calc-Clean reminder light starts flashing to remind you to use the Calc-Clean function (Fig. 3-1). This is to remove scales in your iron to prolong its life.
Tip: The Calc-Clean function can be used at any time, even when the reminder light is not activated yet. If you live in a hard water area, use the function more frequently.
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Make sure that the steam slider is set to the “ steam off ” position.
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Make sure there is enough water (more than 3/4) in the water tank. If there is not enough water, unplug the iron, fill the water to the MAX indication (Fig.3-2), and plug in the iron again (Fig.3-3). Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
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Wait for the iron to heat up. This takes about 2 minutes (Fig.3-3).
Note: the Calc-Clean reminder light turns off during heating up. -
Unplug the iron when the ‘iron ready’ light stops breathing (Fig. 3-4).
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Hold the iron over the sink. Keep pushing the Calc-Clean button and gently shake the iron forth and back until all water in the water tank has been used up (Fig. 3-5).
Scales are flushed out, and steam and boiling water also come out of the soleplate.
Note: Repeat steps 2 to 5 if the water that comes out of the appliance still contains scale particles. -
Plug in the appliance and let the appliance heat up to dry the soleplate. This takes about 2 minutes (Fig.3-6).
Unplug the appliance. Move the appliance gently over a piece of cloth to remove any water stains on the soleplate (Fig. 3-7).
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.
| Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The iron does not produce any steam. | There is not enough water in the tank. |
Fill the water tank.
| The steam setting is set to “steam off”| Tilt the iron up and press the
steam button on top of the handle to select a steam setting.
| The iron is not ready.| Wait until the iron is ready (the light on the
display panel stops flashing).
The steam setting does not change when I press the steam button on top of the
handle.| The steam button changes steam settings only
when the iron is tilted. In the horizontal position, the steam button serves as a trigger to release extra steam in any setting.
| Tilt the iron up slightly and press the steam button to change the steam setting.
This is designed to ensure the consumers do not accidentally change the steam setting while ironing.
The ironing board cover becomes wet or there are water droplets on the garment
during ironing.| Steam has condensed on the ironing board cover after a long
ironing session.| Replace the ironing board cover if the foam material has
worn out. You can also add an extra layer of felt material under the ironing
board cover to prevent condensation on the ironing board. You can buy felt in
a fabric shop.
| You have an ironing board cover that is not designed to cope with the high
steam rate of the appliance.| Put an extra layer of felt material under
the ironing board cover to prevent condensation on the ironing board.
You can buy felt in a fabric shop.
Water droplets drip onto the garment during ironing.| You have used the steam
boost function too often within a short period.| Continue ironing in a
horizontal position and wait a while before you use the steam boost function
again.
| You have not closed the water tank lid properly.| Press the lid until you
hear a ‘click’.
| You have not inserted the Quick Calc Release collector properly back
to the appliance (specific types only).
| Stop ironing and let the iron cools down for at least 1 hour. Take out the Quick Calc Release collector. Insert it back into the appliance and ensure the collector is in-line with the surface of the appliance. Push down the lever (“click”).
If the Quick Calc release tray is damaged, contact a consumer care center in your country (see the worldwide guarantee leaflet for contact details).
| You have put a chemical into the water tank.| Rinse the water tank and do
not put any perfume or chemicals into the water tank.
The iron does not produce a steam boost| You have used the steam boost
function too often within a short period.| Continue ironing in a horizontal
position and wait a while before you use the steam boost function again.
Problem| Possible cause| Solution
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| You are ironing before the iron gets ready| Wait until the iron is ready
(the light on the display panel stops flashing).
Dirty water and impurities
come out of the soleplate during ironing.
| Hard water with impurities or chemicals has formed flakes inside the soleplate.| Perform Quick Calc Release (specific types only) or Calc-Clean (specific types only).
See chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
There is an amber light flashing on the handle of the iron.| The Calc-Clean reminder light is activated. This is to remind you to perform Calc-Clean.| Perform Quick Calc Release (specific types only) or Calc-Clean (specific types only).
See chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
The iron leaves a shine or an imprint on the garment.| The surface to be
ironed was uneven, for instance, because you ironed over a seam or a fold in
the garment.| The iron is safe to use on all ironable garments. The shine or
imprint is not permanent and disappears when you wash the garment. Avoid
ironing over seams or folds. You can also place a cotton cloth over the area
to be ironed to avoid imprints.
The iron makes a lot of noise.| There is no water in the appliance.| Fill the
water in the water tank.
FAQ’s
How do you use the Calc clean on a Philips Azur iron?
Self-Clean Function: Fill the water tank and turn it on. (If your iron has adjustable settings, choose MAX TEMP and NO STEAM.) When the light goes out, unplug and hold the iron over the sink so the soleplate is horizontal. Activate CALC CLEAN using the button or selector. (Varies per model. Press and hold, if necessary.) Shake the iron gently back and forth until empty. Water, steam, and scale will come out of the steam vents. Heat the iron and glide over a cloth to clean the soleplate. Repeat the process, if necessary. Repeat this whole process once a month, or more if necessary.
Can I use Philips steam iron without water?
Yes. Simply remove the water from your steam iron by unplugging the iron, letting it cool, and then emptying the water tank.
Can you use a Philips steam iron without a temperature setting?
Iron everything from silk to jeans without adjusting the temperature. Thanks to OptimalTEMP, no dial or settings are needed. So there’s no more pre-sorting the laundry, or waiting for the iron to heat up and cool down. You’re ready for any fabric, anytime.
Should I remove water from the steam iron?
Always empty the iron’s water tank before putting the iron away, especially if you store it on its soleplate. This keeps excess water from damaging the internal parts and leaking through and discoloring the soleplate.
Why is my Philips iron box steam not working?
If there is no water in the water tank of your Philips Steam Iron, your iron is not able to generate steam. Please refill the water tank with water. After this, your iron should work again
What is the eco setting on the Philips Azur steam iron?
The ECO mode allows you to save energy by using a reduced amount of steam, still sufficient to iron all your garments. The product comes in packaging made with recycled materials. Philips wants to make the world healthier and more sustainable.
How do you clean a Philips iron plate?
Instructions to clean the soleplate of your Philips Iron Apply the cleaning stick to the dirty area once or twice. Wipe the dirty area and liquid from the soleplate with a piece of cotton cloth. Clean off the remaining wax in the steam vents with a cotton bud and steam ironing over the rag cloth.
What water do you use for Philips steam iron?
Therefore, to prolong the lifespan of your iron or steamer it is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water (50% demineralized water mixed with the tap water could be used too).
Can we keep water in the steam iron?
Always empty the iron’s water tank before putting the iron away, especially if you store it on its soleplate. This keeps excess water from damaging the internal parts and leaking through and discoloring the soleplate.
What water should I use in my steam generator iron?
Most manufacturers recommend: mixing 50% tap water with 50% distilled or de- ionized water. performing the ‘calc-clean’ process regularly. don’t use perfumed or bottled water.
What type of water should be used in the steamer?
Overall, distilled water is one of the best types of water to use in clothing steamers. In fact, you’ll find that many clothing steamers out there specifically call for the use of this form of water because it increases the steamer’s durability and performance.
What kind of water is used for steam cleaning?
Use roughly three parts distilled water to one part tap or well water.
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