How do I descale my Philips Steam Iron?

To find your Philips Steam Iron's model and follow the correct descaling routine below (not for steam generators), you can check your User Manual or see the model number (e.g., DST8050/26, GC4909/60) below the soleplate, as the following image demonstrates.

Below information apply only to: Azur Performer Plus (GC4506, GC4515, GC4516, GC4517, GC4518, GC4519, GC4525, GC4526, GC4527, GC4528) | Azur Pro (GC4881, GC4882, GC4886, GC4887, GC4889).

Fill the water tank and turn on. (If your iron has adjustable settings, choose MAX TEMP and NO STEAM.)
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. (Varies per model. Press and hold, if necessary.)
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.
Repeat this process once a month, or as necessary.

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The information on this page applies to the following models: DST3040/79 , DST3041/89 , GC4532/26 . Click here to show more product numbers ›

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