PHILIPS DST3041-89 Steam Iron Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Philips
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PHILIPS DST3041-89 Steam Iron
Product Information
The product is a Philips appliance that is intended for household use. It is a wireless iron that comes with a stand. The iron features a hot surface that can cause burns upon contact. It is recommended to keep the iron plugged into a grounded socket and to regularly inspect the power cable for damage. The product is compliant with all relevant standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Product Usage Instructions
Before using the appliance, carefully read and save the important information provided in the user manual. The wirelessiron should only be used with the included stand. To ensure safety, the power cable should only be replaced by authorized Philips representatives or qualified personnel. Never leave the appliance connected to the electric network unattended. Before filling the water tank, always unplug the appliance from the socket and remove the iron from its stand. Only children aged 8 and above andindividuals with appropriate expertise should operate the appliance.
The hot surfaces of the iron can cause burns, so it is important to handle it with care. Do not immerse the iron or its stand in water. Regularly clean the iron to remove limescale deposits as instructed in the user manual. To prevent injury, never touch the hot surface of the iron while it is in use or has recently been used. If any visible damage is noticed on the power cable, plug, or appliance, do not use it until it has been repaired or replaced by authorized personnel.
When disposing of the appliance, do not mix it with regular household waste. Follow your local regulations for the proper disposal of electronic products.
Introduction
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Important
Read this important information carefully before you use the appliance and
save it for future reference.This appliance has been designed for domestic use
only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee
will not apply.
Danger
- Never immerse the appliance in water.
Warning
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance functions abnormally in any way, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaks.
- Do not immerse the iron or (for cordless iron) base in water.
- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, or a service center, authorized by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
- Always unplug the appliance from the socket-outlet before you fill the water reservoir. For cordless, the iron must be removed from the base before you fill the water reservoir.
- Cordless iron must only be used with the base provided. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
- Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
- Older children aged 8 or over are only allowed to clean the appliance and perform the Calc-Clean procedure under supervision.
- Keep the iron and its mains cord out of the reach of children less than 8 years of age when the appliance is switched on or cooling down.
- Always place the base (for cordless iron) and use the iron on a stable, level and horizontal surface.
- The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. When you place the iron on its heel or its stand, make sure that the surface on which you place it is stable.
- Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron.
- (For cordless iron) Do not do ironing with the base attached to the iron. Otherwise, the supply cord will easily get damaged. The steam iron is designed for cordless ironing only.
CAUTION: Hot surface (Fig. 1)
- Surfaces are liable to get hot during use (for irons with ‘hot’ symbol marked on the appliance).
Caution
- Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
- Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.
- Fully unwind the mains cord before you plug it in the wall socket.
- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched.
- Descale the iron regularly according to the instructions in chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’ in the user manual.
- 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 the ‘dry ironing’ position, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
- Type of water to use: The appliance is suitable to be used with tap water. However, if you live in an area with hard water, we recommend that you mix an equal amount of tap water with distilled or demineralized water.This will prevent fast scale build up and prolong the lifetime of the appliance.
- Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Recycling
- This symbol (Fig.2) means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste.
- Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products.
Guarantee and support
If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the separate worldwide guarantee leaflet.