All Philips steam irons
- Fill the water tank and turn on. ...
- When the light goes out, unplug and hold the iron over the sink so the soleplate is horizontal.
- Activate CALC CLEAN using the button or selector. ...
- Shake the iron gently back and forth until empty. ...
- Heat the iron and glide over a cloth to clean the soleplate. ...
- Repeat this whole process once a month, or more if necessary.
Full Answer
How do I clean the soleplate of my Philips steam iron?
All Philips steam irons Fill the water tank and turn on. When the light goes out, unplug and hold the iron over the sink so the soleplate is horizontal. Activate CALC CLEAN using the button or selector. Shake the iron gently back and forth until empty. Heat the iron and glide over a cloth to clean the soleplate.
What type of water should I use in my Philips steam iron?
We recommend using tap or demineralized water for all Philips steam irons. Demineralized water is the best option to prevent limescale build up in your iron. Please never use ironing or perfumed water in your Philips steam iron.
Why do I need to descale my steam iron?
The harder the water in your area, the faster scale impurities develop and solidify, if not cleaned away. Regular descaling prevents problems such as white/brown stains on your clothes, brown water and leaking. Cleaning your iron regularly keeps steam output at its highest and extends the lifetime of your steam irons.
There is no water in the water tank
If the water level on your Philips Steam Generator Iron is below the minimum level or there is no water in the tank, your iron is not able to generate steam. Please refill the water tank with water. Ensure that there is water in the tank or that the water is above the MIN level icon. After this, your iron should work again.
The iron is not ready to steam
Your Philips Steam Generator Iron needs up to 2 minutes to heat up before it is ready to produce steam.
The steam trigger is not pressed
You need to press the steam trigger to generate steam. If you have a Philips Steam Generator Iron with OptimalTemp, always press the steam button to generate steam.
The iron needs to be descaled
If the red Calc-Clean light is blinking on your iron in combination with a beeping sound, your Philips Steam Generator Iron needs to be descaled before it can produce steam again. Please descale your iron. Find all descaling information for your Philips Iron here.
The iron is being used for the first time
When you press your iron's steam trigger for the first time, you will experience a steam delay of 30 seconds. During these 30 seconds, you will hear a pumping sound. Thereafter, press the steam trigger again to produce steam.
Automatic steam mode or Speed mode is off
If you prefer to use the Automatic steam mode or Speed mode, ensure that the mode is activated (usually this is indicated by a light on the top of the handle), and then move your Philips Steam Generator iron to generate steam.
Why descale a steam iron?
Over time, steam irons can build up scale. The harder the water in your area, the faster scale impurities develop and solidify, if not cleaned away. Regular descaling prevents problems such as white/brown stains on your clothes, brown water and leaking. Cleaning your iron regularly keeps steam output at its highest and extends the lifetime of your steam irons.
What happens if you descale your iron?
By descaling your iron regularly, all calc particles will be removed and your appliance will have a longer lifetime. I’m not sure what iron model I have and which descaling routine should I use. When you are not sure what descaling routine you should use, you can always find the correct instructions in the user manual.
How to clean a soiled iron?
Shake the iron gently back and forth until empty. Water, steam and scale will come out of the steam vents. Heat the iron and glide over a cloth to clean the soleplate. Repeat process, if necessary. Lie the iron flat and push up the Quick Calc Release lock at the back of your iron. Remove the scale container.
What water to use for Philips iron?
We recommend using tap or demineralized water for all Philips steam irons. Demineralized water is the best option to prevent limestone build up in your iron. Please never use ironing or perfumed water in your Philips steam iron. By using these, your iron gets contaminated and might get damaged or fail.
Where to find the name of a steam iron?
You can find the product name on the side of your steam iron. It is very easy to find the name if your steam iron. Just look at the right or left side of your steam iron. The name of your product is written there such as Azur Elite, Azur Advanced etc...
Can you use demineralized water on irons?
When you are always using demineralized water, there will be no limestone built up in your iron. However, in some irons the descaling light will blink based on the time that the appliance is been used. In this case, please complete the descaling routine in order to use the iron again.
How to keep a soleplate smooth?
To keep the soleplate smooth, avoid hard contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to clean the soleplate.
How to clean scales off a Quick Calc?
Wipe off the scales in the opening of the Quick Calc Release tray with a damp cloth (Fig. 18).
What is auto steam?
Auto steam: The iron automatically adjusts the steam output according to the selected temperature to provide the best ironing result.
How long does it take for an iron to shut off?
The safety auto-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been used for 30 seconds rest ing on its soleplate or 8 minutes resting on its backplate. The auto-off light will light up.
What is dry setting on iron?
Dry: This steam setting enables you to iron without steam or to stop steam when the iron is not in use.
How to dry soleplate?
Plug in the iron and let the iron heat up to dry the soleplate.
How to let iron heat up again?
To let the iron heat up again, pick up the iron or move it slightly. The auto-off light goes out.
What kind of water do you use for a Philips steam iron?
We recommend using tap or demineralized water for all Philips steam irons. Demineralized water is the best option to prevent limescale build up in your iron.
How to find the name of a steam iron?
It is very easy to find the name if your steam iron. Just look at the right or left side of your steam iron. The name of your product is written there such as Azur Elite, Azur Advanced etc...
What to do when the light goes out on a sink?
When the light goes out, unplug and hold the iron over the sink so the soleplate is horizontal.
How to clean soleplates?
Heat the iron and glide over a cloth to clean the soleplate. Repeat process, if necessary.
Does steaming irons build up scale?
Over time, steam irons can build up scale . The harder the water in your area, the faster scale impurities develop and solidify. Regular descaling prevents problems such as brown stains on your clothes, brown water, and leaking. Cleaning your steam iron regularly keeps steam output at its highest and extends the lifetime of your iron.
Does ironcare remove limescale?
IronCare removes limescale from tap water to keep your iron performing at its best, extending its life by up to 4 X*. Keeping your iron free from scale has never been easier with this innovative filter, designed for all ironing appliances.
Does demineralized water help with limescale?
If you always use demineralized water , there will be significantly less limescale build up in your iron. However, in some irons the descaling light will blink based on the time that the appliance has been used. In this case, please complete the descaling routine in order to use the iron again.
