Manual Philips Walita RI4415 Iron

Manual

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Introduction

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General description (Fig. 1)

A Spray nozzle

B Cap of lling opening

C Steam boost

D Spray button

E Steam control

F Ionic DeepSteam button (RI4444, RI4440, RI4430)

G Ionic DeepSteam light (RI4444, RI4440, RI4430)

H Temperature dial

I RI4425, RI4422, RI4420, RI4412: Amber temperature light with red automatic

shut-off (AUTO/OFF) indication. RI4415, RI4411, RI4410: Amber temperature

light

J RI4444, RI4440, RI4430: Amber temperature light with red automatic shut-

off (AUTO/OFF) indication

K Mains cord

L Type plate

M Soleplate

N Calc-Clean button

Not shown: Heat-resistant protective cover (RI4444, RI4440 only)

Not shown: Delicate fabric protector (RI4425, RI4415 only)

Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future

reference.

Danger

- Never immerse the iron in water.

Warning

- Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mains

voltage before you connect the appliance.

- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself shows

visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaks.

- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips Walita, a

service centre authorised by Philips Walita or similarly qualied persons in order

to avoid a hazard.

- Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.

- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-

edge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of

the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appli-

ance.

- Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron.

Caution

- Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.

- Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.

- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if

touched.

- When you have nished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when you ll or

empty the water tank and also when you leave the iron even for a short while:

set the steam control to position 0, put the iron on its heel and remove the

mains plug from the wall socket.

- Always place and use the iron on a stable, level and horizontal surface.

- Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemi-

cals in the water tank.

- This appliance is intended for household use only.

Electromagnetic elds (EMF)

This Philips Walita appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic

elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual,

the appliance is safe to use based on scientic evidence available today.

Before first use

1 Remove any sticker, protective foil or plastic from the soleplate.

2 Rinseanddrythellingcup.

Preparing for use

Filling the water tank

1 Makesuretheapplianceisunplugged.

2 Setthesteamcontroltoposition0(=nosteam)(Fig.2).

3 Openthecapofthellingopening.

4 Tilttheironbackwardsandusethellingcuptollthewatertankwithtap

wateruptothemaximum.(Fig.3)

Do not ll the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

Donotputperfume,vinegar,starch,descalingagents,ironingaidsorotherchemi-

cals in the water tank.

, Ifthetapwaterinyourareaisveryhard,weadviseyoutomixitwithanequal

portionofdistilledwater,ortousedistilledwateronly.

5 Closethecapofthellingopening(‘click’)(Fig.4).

Setting the temperature

1 RI4444,RI4440only:Removetheheat-resistantprotectivecover(Fig.5).

Donotleavetheheat-resistantprotectivecoveronthesoleplateduringironing.

2 Puttheirononitsheel.

3 Tosettherequiredironingtemperature,turnthetemperaturedialtotheap-

propriateposition(Fig.6).

Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:

- 1 for synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester)

- 1 for silk

- 2 for wool

- 3 for cotton

- MAX for linen

If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of, determine the

right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will not be visible when you wear or

use the article.

Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent

shiny patches. To prevent stains, do not use the spray function.

Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those

made of synthetic bres.

4 Putthemainspluginanearthedwallsocket.

, Theambertemperaturelightgoeson.

5 Whentheambertemperaturelighthasgoneout,waitawhilebeforeyoustart

ironing.

The temperature light goes on from time to time during ironing.

Using the appliance

Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the rst time. This stops after

a short while.

Steam ironing

1 Makesurethatthereisenoughwaterinthewatertank.

2 Settherequiredironingtemperature(seechapter‘Preparingforuse’,section

‘Settingthetemperature).

3 Settheappropriatesteamsetting.Makesurethatthesteamsettingyouselect

issuitableforthesetironingtemperature:(Fig.7)

- 1 - 3 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3)

- 4 - 6 for strong steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)

Note: The iron starts to produce steam as soon as it reaches the set temperature.

Note: If the set ironing temperature is too low (MIN to 2), water may drip from the

soleplate (see chapter ‘Features, section ‘Drip stop’).

Ironing with Ionic DeepSteam (RI4444, RI4440, RI4430 only)

When you use the Ionic DeepSteam function during steam ironing, the steam

produced is ner than during regular steam ironing. Fine steam reaches deeper,

especially into thick fabrics. This helps you to remove stubborn creases easily.

1 Followsteps1to3insection‘Steamironing’.

2 PressandholdtheIonicDeepSteambutton(Fig.8).

, TheIonicDeepSteamlightgoesonandyouhearahummingsound.(Fig.9)

3 TheironnowproducesIonicDeepSteamtohelpyouremoveeventhetough-

est creases.

Note: The Ionic DeepSteam function is only effective when it is used in combination with

a steam setting and a temperature setting between 2 and MAX.

Note: Do not use the Ionic DeepSteam function when you iron without steam and/or at

low temperature settings. However, ironing at low temperatures without steam with the

Ionic DeepSteam function switched on will not damage the iron.

Note: The Ionic DeepSteam output may vary from time to time, depending on the ironing

temperature.

Ironing without steam

1 Setthesteamcontroltoposition0(=nosteam)(Fig.2).

DonotusetheIonicDeepSteamfunction,asthisfunctionhasnoeffectwhenyou

ironwithoutsteam.

2 Settherequiredironingtemperature(seechapter‘Preparingforuse’,section

‘Settingthetemperature’).

After ironing

1 Removethemainsplugfromthewallsocket.

2 Ifyouhavebeensteamironing,emptythewatertank.

3 Let the iron cool down in a safe place.

Features

Spray function

You can use the spray function at any temperature to moisten the article to be

ironed. This helps remove stubborn creases.

1 Makesurethatthereisenoughwaterinthewatertank.

2 Pressthespraybuttonseveraltimestomoistenthearticletobe

ironed(Fig.10).

Steam boost function

A steam boost from the special Steam Tip soleplate helps remove stubborn creases.

The steam boost enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment.

The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3

and MAX.

1 Pressandreleasethesteamboostbutton(Fig.11).

Vertical steam boost

1 Youcanalsousethesteamboostfunctionwhenyouholdtheironinvertical

position.(Fig.12)

This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.

Never direct the steam at people.

Drip stop

This iron is equipped with a drip-stop function: the iron automatically stops produc-

ing steam when the temperature is too low, to prevent water from dripping out of

the soleplate. When this happens, you may hear a sound.

Automatic shut-off function (RI4444, RI4440, RI4430, RI4425, RI4422,

RI4420, RI4412 only)

The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been

moved for a while.

, TheredAUTO/OFFindicationofthetemperaturelightashestoindicate

thattheironhasbeenswitchedoffbytheautomaticshut-offfunction.

To let the iron heat up again:

1 Pickuptheironormoveitslightly.

, TheredAUTO/OFFindicationgoesout.

, Ifthetemperatureofthesoleplatehasdroppedbelowthesetironingtem-

perature,theambertemperaturelightgoeson.

2 Iftheambertemperaturelightgoesonafteryouhavemovedtheiron,wait

forittogooutbeforeyoustartironing.

Note: If the amber temperature light does not go on after you move the iron, the sole-

plate still has the right temperature and the iron is ready for use.

Delicate fabric protector (RI4425, RI4415 only)

The delicate fabric protector protects delicate fabrics from heat damage and shiny

patches.

With the delicate fabric protector you can iron delicate fabrics (silk, wool and nylon)

at temperature settings 3 to MAX in combination with all steam functions avail-

able on the iron.

The delicate fabric protector reduces the soleplate temperature instantly, thus allow-

ing you to iron delicate fabrics safely.

If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of, determine the

right ironing temperature by ironing a part that is not visible when you wear or use

the article.

1 Puttheirononthedelicatefabricprotector(‘click’)(Fig.13).

Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning

1 Wipeakesandanyotherdepositsoffthesoleplatewithadampclothanda

non-abrasive(liquid)cleaningagent.

Tokeepthesoleplatesmooth,avoidhardcontactwithmetalobjects.Neverusea

scouringpad,vinegarorotherchemicalstocleanthesoleplate.

2 Cleantheupperpartoftheironwithadampcloth.

3 Regularlyrinsethewatertankwithwater.Emptythewatertankafteryou

have rinsed it.

Double-Active Calc System

The Double-Active Calc System consists of an Anti-Calc tablet inside the water tank

combined with the Calc-Clean function.

1 The Anti-Calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents. This tablet is

constantly active and does not need to be replaced.

2 The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles from the iron.

Using the Calc-Clean function

Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. If the water in your area is very

hard (i.e. when akes come out of the soleplate during ironing), use the Calc-Clean

function more frequently.

1 Makesuretheapplianceisunplugged.

2 Set the steam control to position 0.

3 Fillthewatertanktothemaximumlevel.

Donotputvinegarorotherdescalingagentsinthewatertank.

4 SetthetemperaturedialtoMAX(Fig.14).

5 Putthepluginanearthedwallsocket.

 6 Unplugtheironwhenthetemperaturelightgoesout.

 7 Holdtheironoverthesink,pressandholdtheCalc-Cleanbuttonandgently

shaketheirontoandfro(Fig.15).

, Steamandboilingwatercomeoutofthesoleplate.Impuritiesandakes(if

any)areushedout.

 8 ReleasetheCalc-Cleanbuttonassoonasallthewaterinthetankhasbeen

usedup.

Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities.

After the Calc-Clean process

1 Puttheplugbackintothewallsocketandlettheironheatuptoletthe

soleplate dry.

2 Unplugtheironwhenithasreachedthesetironingtemperature.

3 Movethehotirongentlyoverapieceofusedclothtoremoveanywater

stains that may have formed on the soleplate.

4 Lettheironcooldownbeforeyoustoreit.

Storage

1 Setthesteamcontroltoposition0andunplugtheiron.

2 Emptythewatertank(Fig.16).

3 Let the iron cool down in a safe place.

4 Windthemainscordandxitwiththecordbinder.(Fig.17)

5 Storetheirononitsheelonastablesurface.

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Heat-resistant protective cover (RI4444, RI4440 only)

You can store the iron on the heat-resistant protective cover immediately after iron-

ing. It is not necessary to let the iron cool down rst.

Donotusetheheat-resistantprotectivecoverduringironing.

1 Puttheironontheheat-resistantprotectivecover(Fig.18).

2 Insert the tip of the soleplate into the heat-resistant protective cover (1) and

then press down the heel of the iron (2).

Environment

- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end

of its life, but hand it in at an ofcial collection point for recycling. By doing this,

you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 19).

Guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Walita website at

www.walita.com.br or contact the Philips Walita Customer Care Centre in your country

(you nd its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaet). If there is no Customer

Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips Walita dealer or contact the Service

Department of Philips Walita Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.

Troubleshooting

If the appliance does not work or does not work properly, rst check the list below. If

the problem is not mentioned in this list, the appliance probably has a defect. In that

case we advise you to take the appliance to your dealer or to an authorised Philips

Walita service centre.

Problem Possiblecause Solution

The iron is

plugged in, but the

soleplate is cold.

There is a connection

problem.

Check the mains cord, the plug and

the wall socket.

The temperature dial

is set to MIN.

Set the temperature dial to the

required position.

The iron does

not produce any

steam.

There is not enough

water in the water

tank.

Fill the water tank (see chapter

‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Filling the

water tank’).

The steam control is

set to position 0.

Set the steam control to a position

between 1 and 6 (see chapter

‘Using the appliance’, section ‘Steam

ironing’).

The iron is not hot

enough and/or the

drip-stop function has

been activated.

Set an ironing temperature that is

suitable for steam ironing (

2 to

MAX). Put the iron on its heel and

wait until the temperature light has

gone out before you start ironing.

The iron does not

produce a steam

boost.

You have used the

steam boost function

too often within a

very short period.

Continue ironing in horizontal posi-

tion and wait a while before you use

the steam boost function again.

The iron is not hot

enough.

Set an ironing temperature at which

the steam boost function can be

used (

3 to MAX). Put the iron

on its heel and wait until the tem-

perature light has gone out before

you use the steam boost function.

Water droplets

drip onto the fab-

ric during ironing.

You have not closed

the cap of the lling

opening properly.

Press the cap until you hear a click.

You have put an addi-

tive in the water tank.

Rinse the water tank and do not put

any additive in the water tank.

The set temperature

is too low for steam

ironing.

Set a temperature of or

2 higher.

You have used the

steam boost function

at a temperature set-

ting below

3.

Set the temperature dial to a setting

between 3 and MAX.

Water drips from

the soleplate

after the iron has

cooled down or

has been stored.

You have put the iron

in horizontal position

with water still left in

the water tank.

Empty the water tank.

Flakes and impuri-

ties come out

of the soleplate

during ironing.

Hard water forms

akes inside the

soleplate.

Use the Calc-Clean function one or

more times (see chapter ‘Cleaning

and maintenance’, section ‘Using the

Calc-Clean function’).

The red light

ashes (RI4444,

RI4440, RI4430,

RI4425, RI4422,

RI4420, RI4412

only).

The automatic

shut-off function

has switched off the

iron (see chapter

‘Features’, section

‘Automatic shut-off

function’).

Move the iron slightly to deactivate

the automatic shut-off function. The

red AUTO/OFF light goes out.

The iron makes a

humming sound.

The Ionic DeepSteam

function is on.

If you hear the humming sound

when you iron without steam, stop

pressing the Ionic DeepSteam but-

ton. The Ionic DeepSteam function

has no effect when you iron without

steam.

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