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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 1
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Optinox stainless steel soleplate
HI478
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 2 7. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let the IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS iron cool completely before putting away. Loop cord When using your iron, especially when children are around cord wrap when storing. present, basic safety precautions should always be 8. When not in use, the Temperature Control should followed, including the following: always be turned to Min position. Never yank cord to Read all instructions before using. disconnect from outlet;
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 4 Table of Contents SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another Features 2 high wattage appliance on the same circuit. Before Using 3 2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere For Dry Ironing 3 cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the Filling the Removable 3-4 Water Reservoir cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over. Setting the Temperat
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 6 2 3 Features Before Using Remove any sticker or protective foil from soleplate Dual Language To ensure maximum steam performance, Amber Temperature •Clean any left over residue from the Steam Vents by following this Pilot Light Control Dial procedure: Red Auto-Off Removable 1 Turn Steam Control to position 0. Pilot Light Water 2 Fill iron (see section Filling the Removable Water Reservoir). Reservoir 3 Plug cord into electrical outlet. Set Temperature Con
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 8 4 5 Steam Ironing 3 Press and hold the removable water reservoir release buttons Bell Vent Pattern on soleplate steams and presses twice in one and remove the removable water reservoir. a c t i o n . 4 Open the filling cap. M a ke sure that there is enough water in the remo v a ble water reserv o i r. 1 Set the Temperature Control to the recommended position. See section 'Setting the temperature.' 5 Pour tap water into the removable water reservoir up to t
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 10 6 7 Shot of Steam 1 Always unplug cord from electrical outlet and set the Steam Control to position 0. This function can also be used when you hold the iron in vertical position. 2 Fill the removable water reservoir to the maximum level. A powerful "shot" of steam helps remove stubborn creases. Do not use vinegar or other descaling agents to self clean your iron. The Shot-of-Steam function can only be used at temperature settings between and MAX. 3 Plug co
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 12 8 9 Temperature and Fabric Guide 4 Loop cord around cord wrap when storing. Follow garment label instructions for best ironing results.Test iron temperature setting on an inside Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe dry place. or small hidden section of garment before ironing. 5 To clean body of iron, use mild detergent and soft cloth only. Fabric guide located on the heel rest of iron gives temperature settings for most common fabrics. Neve
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HI478/IRON.FA 1/13/00 2:35 PM Page 14 10 Problem Possible cause(s) Solution No steam Not enough water in the removable Fill the removable water reservoir water reservoir. (see Filling the removable water reservoir). The steam control has been set to position 0. Set to steam position (see Steam ironing). FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY The iron is not hot enough and/or Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips pr o d u c t , model HI478 (except cor d ) , against defects in
