SCF293 User manual
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3 Introduction �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5 General description �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5 Things to Note ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Read all instructions. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
29 HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 30 Check if the voltage that is indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local voltage before you connect the appliance. 31 Never turn on the sterilizer before filling water into the water reservoir in Sterilize and Auto mode. 32 Do not sterilize very small parts which can fall through the holes of the containers 33 Using homeopathic additives in water can have negative impact on steam, health and can damage plastic parts.
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Things to Note • Don’t pour water into the air outlet. • Don’t immerse the base unit in water. • Don't put any object under the base unit when in use, e.g, towel, cleaning cloth etc. • Use 130 ml/4.5 oz water. 130ml 4.5oz • Clean the items to be sterilized before putting them into the sterilizer.
• Disassemble all bottle parts completely and place them in sterilizer with openings pointing down to prevent from filling up with water. • Pour out the remaining water from large basket after each use. • Clean the filter every 4 weeks. • Descale the sterilizer every 4 weeks.
Getting to know the settings Note: Before you sterilize bottles and other items, clean them first. Only place items in the sterilizer which are suitable for sterilizing. Do not sterilize items that are filled with liquid, e.g. a teether with cooling fluid. Sterilize Auto Dry • Sterilize mode is for sterilizing baby items. • A sterilizing cycle takes approximately 10 minutes. • Heating up takes approximately 4 minutes and sterilizing takes approximately 6 minutes. • Make sure to pour exactly 130 ml/4.
Before first use When you use the appliance for the first time, we advise you to let it complete one sterilization process with empty baskets. 1 Use a clean baby bottle and pour exactly 130 ml/4.5 oz water directly into the water reservoir of the base. Tip: This appliance has been designed to be used with tap water. In case you live in an area with hard water, fast scale build-up may occur.
5 Place the lid on top of the small basket. 6 Put the plug in the wall socket. 7 Turn the on/off button to “Sterilize” mode. Then press it to switch on the appliance. Caution: The base, the baskets and the lid become hot during or shortly after operation. • The entire progress indicator lights flash to show the appliance is sterilizing. • When the sterilization process is finished, the lights go off and the appliance switches off automatically.
Preparing for use Preparing for sterilizing Before you put the items to be sterilized in the sterilizer, clean them thoroughly in the dishwasher or clean them by hand with hot water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Assembling the sterilizer There are several ways to assemble the sterilizer. 1 With only the small basket on the base to sterilize small items such as soothers.
Using the appliance Sterilizing The sterilizer’s thorough and chemical-free cleaning will keep its contents sterile for up to 24 hours with the lid on. After sterilization, the water left on the baby items is sterile and will not collect germs. 1 2 Pour water directly into the water reservoir of the base (see section “Before first use”). 3 Assemble the sterilizer (see section “Assembling the sterilizer”) and place the items to be sterilized in it. Place the lid on top of the small or large basket.
7 Remove the bottles and other items from the basket. Use the tongs to remove the smaller items. Be careful. The sterilized items may still be hot. Note: Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before you touch the sterilized items. 8 9 Unplug the appliance and wait until the appliance has cooled down completely. Remove the small basket and large basket. Note: When you remove the large basket, be aware of the remaining water on the base drip tray.
5 Turn the on/off button to “Auto” mode. Then press it to switch on the appliance. • The appliance starts sterilizing first. All of the progress indicator lights flash to show the appliance is sterilizing. • After that, drying will start automatically. The progress indicator lights flash and go off gradually to show the appliance is drying. • When the whole process is finished, the lights go off and the appliance switches off automatically.
Drying 1 Assemble the sterilizer (see section “Assembling the sterilizer”) and place the items to be dried in it. Note: Make sure all the items are completely disassembled and placed in the basket with their openings pointing down for effective drying. Be careful. Hot steam will come out of the sterilizer when drying starts. 2 Place the lid on top of the small or large basket. 3 Put the plug in the wall socket. 4 Turn the on/off button to “Dry” mode. Then press it to switch on the appliance.
Cleaning Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents (e.g. bleach) or a scouring pad to clean this appliance. Never immerse the base and the power cord in water or any other liquid. Note: The sterilizer is not dishwasher-proof. The baskets, the bottom plate and the lid can be cleaned with hot water and liquid dishwashing detergent. 1 Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it. 2 3 Clean the base with a moist cloth. Detach the bottom plate from the large basket.
Cleaning the filter 1 Detach the filter cover from the base. 2 Take out the filter and clean it under tap water. 3 Let the filter air dry thoroughly. Put it back on the base and close the filter cover. Note: Clean the filter at least every 4 weeks to ensure that it continues to filter effectively.
Descaling The sterilization process is extremely important to ensure the most hygienic standards for your baby. Limescale deposits can slow down the sterilization cycle and even impair its effectiveness. Limescale is the hard and chalky deposit. Depending on the water type in your area, limescale can have different appearances ranging from snow white looking powder to brownish stains. The harder the water, the faster scale builds up.
4 Let the appliance operate for 5 minutes, and then switch it off. Press the on/off button to switch off the appliance. 5 min 5 6 Empty the water reservoir and rinse it thoroughly. If you still see traces of scale, remove it by sponge. Rinse again and wipe the base with a damp cloth. Rinse the small basket and lid as well to remove vinegar solution. Note: You can also use citric acid based descalers. Note: Do not use other types of descalers.
Warranty FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Philips North America LLC (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (CANADA) warrant each new Philips Avent product, model SCF293, against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, and agree to repair or replace any defective product without charge. IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, or the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product.
Troubleshooting This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to resolve the problem with the information below, contact the Consumer Care Center in your country. Problem Solution When should I descale my sterilizer? When you use the sterilizer, you may notice that there are small spots ranging from snow white to brownish appearing on the heating plate. This is a sign that your sterilizer should be descaled.
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