PHILIPS GC6840-20 Compact Essential Steam Generator Iron Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Philips

Table of Contents

Introduction
Important
Recycling
References
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GC6840-20 Compact Essential Steam
Generator Iron
Instruction Manual

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.

Important

Read the separate important information leaflet and the user manual carefully before you use the appliance. Save both documents 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

Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord, the steam supply hose or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaked. For repair or service, you must have the appliance inspected by Philips, a service center authorized by Philips or similarly qualified persons.
Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 or above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given instructions in safe use of the appliance or supervision to establish safe use and if they have been made aware of the hazards involved.
Children aged 8 or over are only allowed to clean the appliance and perform descale or Calc-Clean procedure under supervision.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
Keep the iron and its mains cord out of the reach of children aged 8 or under when the appliance is switched on or cooling down.
Handle your iron carefully and never direct the steam towards persons or animals as your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns.
Do not let the mains cord and steam supply hose come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron.
Keep your fingers or hand away from the soleplate when steam is activated to avoid burns during ironing.

CAUTION: Hot surface
Surfaces are liable to get hot during use (for irons with hot symbol marked on the appliance).

Caution

Do not leave the appliance unattended during the Calc-Clean process.
Descale or calc clean the steam generator according to the instructions in chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’.
Always perform the Calc-Clean process with the Calc-Clean container and do not interrupt the process.
Do not let the iron rest on its heel during the Calc-Clean process as hot water comes out.
After the calc-clean process, the calc-clean container becomes hot. Wait approximately 5 minutes to cool down before you touch it.
The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, heat-resistant surface. When you place the iron on its stand, make sure that the surface on which you place it is stable. Stand is the heel of the iron or the part, which the iron is placed when at rest.
Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
Fully unwind the mains cord before you put the plug in the wall socket.
The iron platform and the soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. If you want to move the steam generator, do not touch the iron platform.
When you have finished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when you fill or empty the steam generator and when you leave the iron even for a short while: put the iron back on the iron platform, switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Do not add perfumed water, water from the tumble dryer, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals, as they may cause water leakage, brown staining or damage to your appliance.
The plug must only be connected to a socket with the same technical characteristics as plug.
This appliance is intended for household use only.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.

Recycling

This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Warranty and support
Versuni offers a two-year warranty after purchase on this product. This warranty is not valid if a defect is due to incorrect use or poor maintenance. Our warranty does not affect your rights under law as a consumer. For more information or for invoking the warranty, please visit our website www.philips.com/support.

PHILIPS and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under license.
This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of Versuni Holding B.V., and Versuni Holding B.V. is the warrantor in relation to this product.
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