This document is a service manual for the Philips Azur Performer Steam Iron, covering a wide range of models including GC 4532, GC 4533, GC 4535, GC 4537, GC 4541, GC 4542, GC 4543, GC 4544, GC 4546, GC 4549, GC 4551, GC 4552, GC 4554, GC 4555, GC 4556, GC 4558, GC 4560, GC 4563, GC 4564, GC 4566, GC 4567, GC 4901, GC 4902, GC 4905, GC 4908, GC 4909, and RI 4537. It provides essential information for repair and maintenance, ensuring the appliance functions properly and meets regulatory and safety requirements after servicing.
Function Description
The Philips Azur Performer Steam Iron is designed for efficient and effective crease removal from garments. It operates by heating a soleplate and generating steam, which can be delivered continuously or in bursts. Key functions include:
- Steam Ironing: The primary function, utilizing heat and steam to smooth out wrinkles.
- Steam Boost: Provides an extra burst of steam to tackle stubborn creases.
- Vertical Steam: Allows for steaming of hanging garments, removing wrinkles without direct contact with the soleplate.
- Spray Feature: Offers a fine mist of water to moisten fabrics for easier ironing.
- Quick Calc Release: A maintenance feature designed to facilitate the removal of scale buildup, ensuring long-lasting steam performance.
- Automatic Shut-off (ASO versions only): A safety feature that automatically turns off the iron when it has been motionless for a period, preventing accidents and saving energy.
Important Technical Specifications
The Azur Performer Steam Iron series offers a variety of models with differing power outputs and steam capabilities. Common specifications across the range include:
- Power (W): Ranges from 1100 W to 3000 W, with most models falling between 2400 W and 3000 W. Higher wattage indicates faster heat-up times and stronger steam performance.
- Ready to use (min): Typically 2 minutes for all models, indicating a quick heat-up time.
- Steam output (g/min): Varies from 25 g/min to 55 g/min, representing the continuous steam delivery rate.
- Steam boost (g): Ranges from 180 g to 250 g, indicating the maximum steam output for a short burst.
- Soleplate: Features various types of Philips SteamGlide soleplates, including SteamGlide, SteamGlide Plus, SteamGlide Advance, and SteamGlide Elite. These soleplates are known for their scratch resistance, excellent gliding, and ease of cleaning.
- Water Tank (ml): All models have a 300 ml water tank capacity.
- Automatic Shut-off: Available on some models (indicated by "Yes" in the product matrix), while others do not have this feature ("No").
- Drip Stop: All models include a drip stop feature, preventing water from dripping onto garments when the soleplate temperature is too low.
- Ready Light Indicator: All models are equipped with a ready light indicator to signal when the iron has reached the desired temperature.
- Integrated Water Spray: All models feature an integrated water spray.
- Eco Setting: All models include an Eco setting for energy-efficient ironing.
- Turbo Setting: All models offer a Turbo setting for maximum steam performance.
- Calc Solution: All models feature "Quick Calc Release" for easy descaling.
- Cord Length (m): Ranges from 2 m to 3 m, providing flexibility during ironing.
- Frequency (Hz): Operates on 50~60 Hz.
- Dimensions (mm): Consistent across all models at 320x130x154 mm.
- Weight of Iron: Approximately 1.552 kg.
Usage Features
The Philips Azur Performer Steam Iron is designed for ease of use and effective performance:
- Drip Stop System: Prevents water leakage from the soleplate when the iron's temperature is too low. This is achieved by a bimetal disc on the soleplate controlling a valve in the water tank bottom, ensuring water is only released into the steam chamber when the soleplate is hot enough.
- Precision Steam Tip: Allows for precise steaming in hard-to-reach areas.
- Robust Heel Rest: Provides a stable and safe resting position for the iron.
- Extra Large Filling Hole: Facilitates easy and quick refilling of the water tank.
- Soleplate Technology: Philips SteamGlide soleplates are highlighted for their superior scratch resistance, smooth gliding, and easy cleaning, enhancing the overall ironing experience.
- Vertical Steam: Enables users to refresh hanging clothes and curtains with steam, offering versatility beyond traditional flat ironing.
- Electronic Safety Shut Off: For models with ASO, the iron automatically cuts power to the heater when left motionless. The ASO light blinks, and the iron reactivates automatically when moved again.
Maintenance Features
Maintaining the Philips Azur Performer Steam Iron is straightforward, with a focus on preventing scale buildup and ensuring optimal performance:
- Quick Calc Release: This is a key maintenance feature. The manual provides detailed descaling instructions, emphasizing the importance of regular cleaning to prevent scale accumulation. Users are advised not to perform Quick Calc Release when the iron is hot and not to pour water into the Quick Calc Release opening.
- Water Advice: To prolong the life of the iron and prevent scale, it is recommended to use a mixture of 50% tap water and 50% demineralized water, especially in areas with hard water (above 8 dGH).
- Loose Part Check: After any repair, a check for loose parts (e.g., extra screws) is crucial to prevent short circuits or malfunctions.
- Leakage Current Check: Post-repair, the leakage current must be measured to ensure it does not exceed 0.75mA, adhering to IEC requirements.
- Water Leakage/Functionality Check: After repair, it's essential to verify that there is no water leakage and that all product functionalities (steaming, variable steam, SOS, ASO, etc.) are working correctly.
The manual also includes detailed disassembly and reassembly instructions, along with service lists for various components, ensuring that repairs can be carried out effectively by skilled personnel.
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