This document describes the features and characteristics of the ComfortCare - GC8500 series iron.
This manual introduces the Philips GC8500 ComfortCare iron, explaining how to register the product online and describing its ergonomic design, including the upward‑sloping handle and the heat‑resistant resting mat.
It covers safe usage, steam ironing settings, the steam‑boost function, and cleaning procedures such as the Calc‑Clean function, while emphasizing important safety warnings like never immersing the iron in water and always using an earthed wall socket.
No, you must never immerse the iron or the steam generator in water.
Rinse the steam generator once a month or after every 10 uses for optimal performance.