Step-by-step instructions on how to clean the inside of your Philips steam generator from scale on your own

Using a Philips steam generator results in scale formation. This process is inevitable if ordinary tap water is poured into the device. The harder it is, the faster the salts clog the tank.

To avoid failure of the device, you need to regularly descale it. About how to clean Philips steam generator (Philips) from scale inside, our recommendations will tell you.

Cleaning methods at home

Descaling Philips steam generators can be divided into 3 options:

1. Using the self-cleaning function.
2. Subject to the use of folk remedies.
3. With the help of special drugs.

Self-cleaning function

Depending on the selected model steam generator, the methods for descaling it will vary. If the device is equipped with an ANTI-CALC cartridge, then it will need to be replaced to get rid of limescale.

The iron will notify you about the accumulation of limescale in several ways:

• the indicator will light up;
• a sound signal will appear;
• the device will stop producing steam.

Replacing the cartridge is not difficult. The procedure is carried out in several stages:

1. The device is removed from the base. It is inside it that the cartridge is located.
2. It is taken out, the rubber pad, which is located at the top, is removed from the old part.
3. The new cartridge is placed in the hole on the base station, not forgetting to put the rubber pad on it.
4. The lid is closed.

To take advantage of it, it is necessary to perform the following algorithm of actions:

1. Unplug the device and wait until it cools down completely.
2. Prepare a container to collect water. Its capacity should not be less than 0.25 liters.
3. The Easy De-Calc Plus valve is turned in the opposite direction to the clockwise direction. After removing it, the water is drained. Salt deposits will be visible in it.
4. The valve is returned to its place.

To completely descale the appliance, it is recommended to perform a deep cleaning. It should be done at least once a month. The procedure is carried out after draining the water from the Easy De-Calc Plus valve.

It goes like this:

1. Pour 0.5 liters of clean water into the tank.
2. The valve is put in place.
3. The device is connected to the network.
4. After heating it, the fabric begins to steam until the water has completely evaporated.
5. After ironing is completed, the device is disconnected from the network. When it cools down, the water is drained from it.

Cleaning the Philips steam generator model with Smart function:

1. The reservoir is filled halfway with water.
2. The device is connected to the network.
3. Place the iron in a special container to drain water and release steam (it is included in the kit).
4. Press and hold the button labeled Calc Clean for 2 seconds. After this time, the device should beep.
5. Leave the device in the container for 2 minutes. Steam and water with scale will come out of it.
6. When cleaning is complete, the device stops beeping.

Which models are equipped?

Models of Philips steam generators that equipped with a self-cleaning function from scale:

• Philips GC6709/20 FastCare Compact;
• Philips GC6804/20 PerfectCare Compact Essential;
• Philips GC8625/30 PerfectCare Aqua;
• Philips GC7055/20 PerfectCare Viva;
• Philips GC9670/50 PerfectCare Elite Plus.

Traditional methods

If the Philips steam generator is not equipped with a descaling function, then you can use folk remedies to remove it. Effective ways to get rid of salt deposits.

Lemon acid

Features of its use:

• Take 25 g of powder per liter of water;
• pour the solution into the tank, turn on the device and steam it until the water runs out;
• disconnect equipment from the network;
• The container is rinsed with clean water several times.

Vinegar

Rules of use:

1. Vinegar and water are mixed in equal proportions.
2. Pour the prepared solution into the tank, filling it to ? parts.
3. Plug in the device and steam until the vinegar water runs out.
4. Rinse the tank to get rid of remaining scale particles.

Soda

Coca-Cola helps to cope with scale.

Cleansing steps:

• the drink is poured into the tank, it is not diluted with water;
• connect the device to the network;
• when it warms up, you need to gently shake it;
• to clean the channels, you need to press the steam button 2-3 times;
• the device is disconnected from the network and wait until it cools down completely;
• drain the soda and rinse the tank with running water.

Store-bought appliance cleaning products

To remove salt deposits inside the Philips steam generator, you can use ready-made products.They are sold in hardware stores and online stores:

1. Antiscale. This is an inexpensive powder that contains thiourea and sulfamic acid. The cost of 1 package is 15-20 rubles.

   The product copes well with scale. Although for high-quality cleaning, the procedure must be repeated 2-3 times.

2. Top House. Liquid for cleaning irons based on organic acids. It is produced in Germany, the cost of a 250 ml bottle is about 270 rubles.

   The product allows you to remove scale from the steam generator without damaging the device. The downside is its high cost.

3. Topper. The product allows you to get rid of salt deposits due to the organic acids included in its composition. The price for a 250 ml package starts from 260 rubles. Its advantage is safety of use. The disadvantages include the high cost.
4. Un Momento. The product is a liquid analogue of powder antiscale. The package contains 5 disposable sachets, its cost starts from 101 rubles. This is an economical and effective steam generator cleaner that has no disadvantages.

How to remove dirt from the soleplate of an iron?

To clean the soleplate of your Philips iron, you can use Greenfield. The pencil is inexpensive, the price does not exceed 20 rubles. It carefully removes all types of dirt from the sole.

Instructions for use:

1. The iron is plugged in and heated.
2. The pencil is moved along its hot surface.
3. Wipe off all traces of processing with a cotton cloth.
4. If contamination remains, repeat the procedure again.
5. The iron is turned off.

During cleaning, a chemical smell appears, so the procedure should be carried out in a well-ventilated area.

• hydrogen peroxide;
• hydroperite tablet;
• toothpaste;
• dishwashing liquid.

Any of the listed compositions is applied to the sole of the iron, after which it is heated and the cotton fabric is ironed for 2 minutes. After the surface has cooled, the remaining contaminants are removed from it. Cleaning is carried out with a soap solution, after which the product is wiped with a damp cloth.

Recommendations

Recommendations for use and cleaning Philips anti-scale steam generators:

1. Do not fill the device with tap water. It must be passed through a filter that reduces the amount of salts.

   Scale will not form if you use distilled water.

2. After using the iron, the water must be drained.
3. When cleaning the device, be careful not to burn yourself.
4. It is necessary to drain the water from the steam generator only when the device has completely cooled down.
5. If after descaling the equipment does not steam, it must be taken to a service center.

Video on the topic

Cleaning the device and the soleplate of the iron from scale in Philips steam generators, video instructions:

Conclusion

It is not difficult to rid a Philips steam generator of scale, especially if the device is equipped with such a function. Regular cleaning will allow the equipment to work smoothly and efficiently.