This document describes the Philips Azur Pro iron, models GC4879, GC4881, GC4882, GC4886, and GC4887. It provides a comprehensive overview of its functions, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.
Product Overview
The Philips Azur Pro iron is designed for efficient and effective ironing. Its main components include:
- Spray button (1): For moistening garments to ease wrinkle removal.
- Steam slider (2): Controls the steam output with three settings:
- Dry setting (a): For ironing without steam.
- ECO setting (b): For energy-saving ironing with reduced steam output.
- MAX setting (c): For maximum steam output, ideal for thicker fabrics.
- Steam boost trigger (3): Activates a powerful burst of steam for stubborn creases or vertical steaming.
- Safety auto-off light (4): (Specific types only) Indicates when the iron has automatically switched off.
- Temperature indicator light (5): Illuminates when the iron is heating up and turns off when the set temperature is reached.
- Temperature dial (6): Used to select the appropriate temperature for different fabric types.
- Calc clean button (7): Initiates the calc clean process to remove scale build-up.
- Built-in calc container (8): Collects loose scale particles during ironing.
Important Technical Specifications
- Water Type: The appliance is designed to be used with tap water. However, in areas with hard water, it is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water to prolong the appliance's lifetime and prevent rapid scale build-up.
- Water Tank Capacity: The water tank should be filled up to the MAX indication.
- Power: The iron operates on standard electrical power. (Specific voltage and wattage are not detailed in the provided text but are implied by the need for an electrical plug).
- Safety Auto-off: (Specific types only) The iron automatically switches off if left unused for 30 seconds on its soleplate or 8 minutes on its backplate. The auto-off light will illuminate when this function is active.
Usage Features
Temperature Setting:
The iron offers various temperature settings to suit different fabric types, ensuring optimal ironing results without damaging garments. The recommended settings are:
| Fabric type |
Temperature setting |
Steam setting |
Steam boost |
| Linen |
MAX |
/ ECO |
Yes |
| Cotton |
••• |
|
Yes |
| Wool |
•• |
ECO |
No |
| Silk |
•• |
|
No |
| Synthetic fabric (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester) |
• |
|
No |
Steam Settings:
- MAX: Provides the highest steam output for best results on thicker garments.
- ECO: Saves energy and reduces steam output while still providing sufficient steam for ironing.
- Dry: Allows ironing without steam or stops steam when the iron is not in use.
Steam Boost Function and Vertical Steaming:
- Press and hold the steam boost trigger for extra steam to remove stubborn creases.
- A powerful boost steam can be activated by pressing and releasing the steam boost trigger, useful for targeted stubborn creases or vertical steaming of hanging garments.
- Note: The steam boost function should only be used at temperature settings between ••• to MAX. Using it at too low a temperature may cause water leakage.
- Safety Warning: Hot steam comes out of the iron. Do not remove wrinkles from a garment while someone is wearing it. Do not direct steam at people to prevent burns.
Safety Auto-off (Specific Types Only):
- If the iron is left on its soleplate for 30 seconds or on its backplate for 8 minutes without movement, it will automatically switch off.
- To reactivate the iron, simply pick it up or move it slightly. The auto-off light will turn off, and the iron will reheat.
Maintenance Features
Cleaning:
Regular cleaning ensures the longevity and optimal performance of the iron.
- Unplug and Cool Down: Always unplug the iron and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
- Empty Water Tank: Pour any remaining water out of the water tank through the water filling door.
- Clean Soleplate: Wipe flakes and other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent.
- Caution: To keep the soleplate smooth, avoid hard contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar, or other chemicals to clean the soleplate, as these can damage the surface.
Calc Clean Function:
The Philips Azur Pro iron features a built-in calc container that collects loose scale particles during ironing. This container is not user-removable. The scale particles are flushed out during the calc clean process.
- Frequency: Perform calc clean once every month to maintain good steam performance and prolong the iron's life. If you live in a hard water area or notice scale coming out of the soleplate during ironing, use the calc clean function more frequently.
Calc Clean Procedure:
- Prepare the Iron: Ensure the iron is unplugged and the steam slider is set to the dry setting (Fig. 11).
- Fill Water Tank: Fill the water tank to the MAX indication (Fig. 12). Do not add vinegar or other descaling agents.
- Heat the Iron: Plug in the iron and set the temperature dial to MAX (Fig. 13-14).
- Unplug When Ready: Unplug the iron when the temperature indicator light goes out (Fig. 15-17).
- Perform Calc Clean: Hold the iron over a sink. Continuously push the calc clean button and gently shake the iron back and forth until all water in the tank is used up (Fig. 18). Scale, steam, and boiling water will be flushed out of the soleplate.
- Repeat if Necessary: If the water coming out still contains scale particles, repeat steps 2 to 5.
- Dry the Soleplate: Plug in the iron again and let it heat up to dry the soleplate (Fig. 19).
- Unplug Again: Unplug the iron when the temperature indicator light goes out.
- Final Wipe: Gently move the iron over a piece of cloth to remove any remaining water stains on the soleplate.
Troubleshooting
The manual also provides solutions for common problems:
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Water leaks from the water filling door:
- Possible cause: Overfilled water tank.
- Solution: Do not fill beyond the MAX indication; pour out excess water.
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Water drips from the soleplate after unplugging or storage:
- Possible cause: Steam slider set to MAX or ECO, or iron placed horizontally with water remaining in the tank.
- Solution: Set the steam slider to dry setting; empty the water tank.
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Steam boost function not working properly (water leaks from soleplate):
- Possible cause: Steam boost used too frequently in a short period, or used at too low a temperature.
- Solution: Wait a few seconds before using again; set ironing temperature to ••• to MAX.
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Flakes and impurities come out of the soleplate during ironing:
- Possible cause: Calc formation inside the soleplate.
- Solution: Use the calc clean function as described in the maintenance section.
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