Philips GC8520 User Manual

Service Manual
Philips Consumer Lifestyle
Published by Philips Consumer Lifestyle Printed in the Netherlands © Copyright reserved Subject to modification
System Iron
GC8520
11/01
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Iron
- SteamGlide soleplate
- Steam rate max. 110 g/min
- Steam boost max. 120 g/min
- 2 dot heat up time < 75 sec
Stand
- Rotary power on knob
- Inox boiler pressure max. 5 bar
- Time to steam < 2 min
- 3 level steam selection
- Hose cord storage hook
- Cord set storage compartment
- Hose cord length 1.9 m
- Power cord length 1.8 m
- Detachable iron resting mat
- Iron carry lock
- Water tank empty light
- Detachable water tank capacity 1.6 L
- Anti calc cartridge in water tank
- ECO steam setting
EMF & Service Information
- This product meets the requirements regarding
interference suppression on radio & TV.
- After the product has been repaired, it should function
properly & has to meet the safety requirements as
officially laid down at this moment.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Voltage : 220 - 240 V
Frequency : 50 - 60 Hz
Power - Iron : 800 W
- Boiler : 1200 W
Dimension (F-box) : 428 mm x 258 mm x 384 mm
Weight : 5.3 kg
SteamGlide soleplate
This specially treated soleplate is designed with 2 distinctly
different types of steam vents:
- Large vents for maximum crease removal
- Fine vents for best glide
Detachable iron resting mat
This is a heat resistant mat that can be detached from the tray.
It allows you to place your iron horizontally on the ironing
board.
Iron carry lock
Iron can be locked to the stand via a carry lock slide. This
allows you to carry the whole appliance by the handle of the
iron.

Philips GC8520 Specifications

General

Brand	Philips
Model	GC8520
Category	Iron
Language	English

Summary

System Iron GC8520 Overview

Product Information Details

Details on the iron and stand components, including steam features and build specifications.

Technical Specifications

Key technical parameters such as voltage, frequency, power, dimensions, and weight.

Safety and Compliance

Information regarding electromagnetic interference suppression and post-repair safety requirements.

Iron Disassembly Procedures

Basic Iron Component Removal

Steps for removing the backplate, inlay, knob, lamp assembly, and microswitch.

Hose, Cord, and Thermostat Dial Disassembly

Guidance on removing the hose cord cable assembly and thermostat dial.

Housing and Steam Deviator Removal

Procedure for disassembling the housing, sub-housing, and steam deviator.

Iron Parts List and Electrical Diagram

Iron Component Identification

Identifies iron components with service codes and descriptions for replacement purposes.

Electrical System Schematic

Diagram illustrating the electrical connections and components of the iron system.

Iron Exploded View and Fasteners

Iron Assembly Exploded View

Visual representation of iron parts and their assembly sequence, highlighting key components.

Screw Identification for Iron

Details on screw types and their corresponding dimensions used in iron assembly.

Stand Disassembly and Parts List

Stand Component Disassembly Steps

Instructions for disassembling various parts of the appliance stand.

Stand Parts Identification

List of stand components with service codes and descriptions for replacement.

Stand Exploded View - Outer Components

Stand Assembly Exploded View

Visual guide to the stand's outer parts and their arrangement during assembly.

Stand Screw Specifications

Specifications for screws used in the assembly and disassembly of the stand.

Stand Exploded View - Inner Components

Stand Internal Assembly Details

Detailed exploded view of stand components including boiler, pump, and tank assemblies.

Stand Electrical and Hose Connections

Illustration of electrical connections and hose/cord routing for the stand assembly.