Philips PerfectCare Compact Steam Generator Iron with 400g steam Boost, 2400 W, Burgundy & White – GC7842/46
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SALE PRICE: £139.99
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About this item
- Ultra-fast ironing with 120 g/min continuous steam and 400g steam boost: Helps tackle thick fabrics, quickly removing tough creases
- No burns guaranteed: Iron everything from silk to jeans without adjusting the temperature thanks to OptimalTEMP technology
- Easy fill: 1.5 L transparent water tank with large filling door for 1.5 hours of continuous use
- Compact and convenient: Lightweight for easy use and storage
- Lasting performance: Built-in descaling and cleaning system, scratch resistant soleplate for gliding performance
- Ensure that there is water in the tank or that the water is above the MIN level icon
- Your Philips Steam Generator Iron needs up to 2 minutes to heat up before it is ready to produce steam. Please wait until the blue “iron ready” light stops flashing and lights up continuously.
| SKU: | B088R9JXR8 |
| Weight: | 3.3 kg |
| Dimensions: | 19.3 x 37.3 x 22.3 cm; 3.3 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Philips |
| Model: | GC7842/46 |
| Colour: | Burgundy/White |
| Colour: | Burgundy/White |
From the manufacturer
Iron Faster with 2x More Steam*
Our most compact steam generator
Powerful, continuous steam makes fast work of all your ironing – without any need to adjust temperature with our OptimalTEMP technology.
Compact and lightweight, Philips ProVelocity high pressure steam pump innovation makes it possible to pack powerful steam into a smaller steam generator base for easy use and convenient storage.
Now even easier – double press the steam trigger and wait half a second for automatic ultra-fast steam, there’s no need to keep hold of the trigger whilst ironing.
*Compared to Philips Azur Performer steam iron
Key Features:
- Ultra-fast ironing with 120 g/min continuous steam
- 400g steam boost to tackle thick fabrics
- Iron everything from silk to jeans without adjusting the temperature
- 1.5 L transparent water tank with large filling door
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No Temperature Setting NeededThe advanced smart control processor inside the iron replaces the traditional temperature dial and maintains a constant, reliable setting that is safe on all ironable fabrics. Iron everything from silk to jeans without adjusting the temperature, pre-sorting, or waiting for the iron to heat up and cool down. You're ready for any fabric, anytime. | No Burns with OptimalTEMPThanks to OptimalTEMP technology, this iron will never cause burns to any ironable fabric. You can even leave it resting face down on your clothes or ironing board. No burns, no shine. | Ultra-Powerful Steam for Ultimate Crease RemovalStrong, continuous steam tackles even the thickest fabrics with ease. Watch stubborn creases melt away with an extra steam boost just where you need it. This extra steam is perfect for vertical steaming to refresh clothes and curtains, too. | Compact and ConvenientThe lightweight, compact size is perfect for storage and fits conveniently on your ironing board. Exclusive ProVelocity technology makes our steam generators smaller and more compact than ever. |
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SteamGlide Soleplate for Ultimate GlidingOur exclusive SteamGlide soleplate moves smoothly over any fabric. A durable, 5 layer coating—including anti-corrosive base—makes it last longer. Non-stick, scratch-resistant and easy to keep clean. | Large Water Tank for up to 1.5 Hours IroningA 1.5-litre transparent water tank gives you more than 1.5 hours of continuous use. See clearly how much water is left and refill easily at any time under the tap through the large filling door. | Safety Carry LockLock your iron securely to the base station for easy carrying around the house and to reduce the risk of accidentally touching the hot soleplate. | Smart DescalingKeep steaming as strong as ever and extend the life of your iron with Smart Calc Clean, our built-in descaling and cleaning system. The iron will let you know when it’s time to be cleaned. |
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| Technology | OptimalTEMP no burns guaranteed | OptimalTEMP no burns guaranteed | OptimalTEMP no burns guaranteed | OptimalTEMP no burns guaranteed | Traditional temperature settings |
| Steam pressure | Max 6.5 bar pressure | Max 6.5 bar pressure | Max 6.5 bar pressure | Max 6.5 bar pressure | Max 5.2 bar pump pressure |
| Continuous steam (g) for fast ironing performance | 120g/min | 120g/min | 120g/min | 120g/min | 110g/min |
| Steam boost (g) effective against tough creases | 420g | 420g | 400g | 400g | 200g |
| Water tank | 1.8L detachable | 1.5L detachable | 1.5L detachable | 1.5L detachable | 1.3L detachable |
| Heat up time | 2 min | 2 min | 2 min | 2 min | 2 min |
| Calc management to prolong lifetime | Smart Calc-Clean: 2 mins | Smart Calc-Clean: 2 mins | Smart Calc-Clean: 2 mins | Smart Calc-Clean: 2 mins | Smart Calc-Clean: 2 mins |
| Carry lock for safety | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Weight of iron for easy handling | 1.2kg | 1.2kg | 1.2kg | 1.2kg | 1.25kg |