Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron
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About this product
Upgrade to faster ironing with the PerfectCare Compact Steam Generator Iron. With 6.5 bar pump steam pressure, consistent steam output and 430g steam boost, creases are removed with ease. OptimalTEMP innovation replaces the traditional settings with a smart chip, providing one optimal setting. Safe and effective from jeans to silk, no-burn guarantee and no adjustments required. The large 1.5L detachable water tank reduces refills for quicker, easier use. Smooth scratch-resistant SteamGlide soleplate for easy glide.
No burns guaranteed: iron everything from silk to jeans without adjusting the temperature thanks to OptimalTEMP technology.
Steam generator:
- Steam output: 120g/min.
- Shot of steam: 400g/min.
- 2400 watts.
- 6.5 bar pressure. A higher bar pressure generates more steam, which removes creases quicker and with less effort.
- Capacity of water tank: 1.5L.
- 2 mins heating up time.
- Variable steam function allows you to adjust the humidity, direction and power of the steam flow.
- Vertical steam function allows you to use the iron to steam creases from hanging garments or curtains with ease.
- Safety locking system.
- Auto shut-off feature automatically turns off your iron when not in use or when knocked over.
- Soft-grip handle.
- Weight: 2.95kg.
- Weight of iron only: 1.2kg.
- Steamglide .
- Detachable water tank.
- 1.8m power cord .
- 1.6m steam supply cord.
- Temperature ready indicator.
- Continuous fill allows you to top up the water as you go for uninterrupted ironing.
- Anti-drip system to protect your clothes from water spillages.
- Features a steam tip for easier removal of creases from difficult to reach areas.
- Steam trigger lock.
- Steam ready indicator.
- Anti-scale for hassle free maintenance.
- Features One Temp technology, reducing the risk of damage to clothes.
General information:
- Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.
- Model number: GC7842/46.
- EAN: 8710103945697.
4.4
320 reviews
86%
Recommended this product
Customers Say
This Philips steam generator iron is praised for powerful steam, ease of use, and automatic temperature control, but some users report water leakage, insufficient heat for cotton, and lack of manual temperature settings.
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Great Iron
Easy to use, lightweight and good results
PB, 55 - 64
No wonder it’s discontinued
Truly awful iron / who thought it was a good idea to have no heat control- to allow the iron to decide on temperature? It spits water all over everything, can’t cope with damp fabric . Had to buy a cheap alternative
Frustrated
Phillips steam iron
This steam iron has a sensor that regulates the ironing temperature to match the fabric. Unfortunately I find it's not hot enough for cottons, so a lot more ironing required
KathyM, 65 or over
Love this product
I bought this item last month and is perfect.The stimming system is so powerfull and works very well.
Paula, 45 - 54
Very disappointing, had to return it.
Had to return iron. Kept leaking water, even while waiting for a while. Tried for a week. Booster didn't perfom as well as expected. Didn't get creases out of the sheets. Very disappointed. Had Philips steam iron before and that was great. Not worth the money.
MD, 55 - 64
Philips steam generator
This is my second purchase. The first steam generator lasted for 5 years
Tanya, 45 - 54
Great product
Excellent product, does exactly what it describes
SMM, 55 - 64
Great irony
I love this iron, it’s so easy to use and no chance of burning any clothing. The steam is amazing and gets rid of all creases. I love the large capacity tank and the way you can leave your iron on the ironing board until you sort your next item. Would definitely recommend.
Emily, 65 or over
Water coming out
I thought i’d buy another Phillips steam generator iron as the last one i had lasted 5 years. Bought this one & on the first use water came out on the clothes straight away so had to get a refund
PS5
Easy to use iron.
Bought to replace my old Phillips compact iron which gave up the ghost after over 5 years. Very easy to use, having auto temperature control. Would recommend.
Winnie 62, 55 - 64
Hello Georgia,
The supplier has advised the following for the Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron:
No — the Philips Perfect Care Compact GC7842/46 does not use a ceramic soleplate.
This model features a SteamGlide soleplate, which Philips describes as scratch‑resistant, non‑stick, and easy to clean, but not ceramic
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Hello there,
Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron
The water tank is easily tilted to pour the water away. Full instructions are provided.
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Hello Queen,
I understand that you are having an inquiry on how to make the device stand without putting it into the base. Please know that it is made for safety purposes, the best way to use it to put on the base when you are not using the device.
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Hi there,
Having checked, it is advised to use filtered water with the Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron.
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Hello Marie.
I'm sorry to advise we can't help you through Q&A, but I advise that you contact product support. Please see attached link for contact information.
https://argos-support.co.uk/7876031-philips-p...
They'll be able to walk through the problem with you and advise further.
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Hi Deea,
Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron
Having checked I can see this has a steam trigger lock so you don't need to keep pressing this button in for the steam to be continuous.
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Hi Dish,
Having checked, the manual for the Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron does advise "This appliance has been designed to be used with tap water. However, if you live in an area with hard water, fast scale build-up may occur. Therefore, it is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water to prolong the lifetime of the appliance." It is recommended to empty water when you have finished ironing.
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Hi Hoots,
The hilips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron, does have a Cord storage
Velcro fix, and for the Hose it has a storage compartment.
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Hi Sarah,
Philips PerfectCare Compact GC7842/46 Steam Generator Iron
Having checked I can see the following steps are needed:
Fill up the water tank halfway making sure that the appliance is plugged in and switched ON during the Calc-Clean process.
Place the Calc-Clean container on the ironing board or any other even, stable surface.
Place the iron stably on the Calc-Clean container.
Press and hold the CALC-CLEAN button for 2 seconds until you hear short beeps.
Note: The Calc-Clean container has been designed to collect scale particles and hot water during the
Calc-Clean process. It is perfectly safe to rest the iron on this container during the entire process.
During the Calc-Clean process, you hear short beeps and a pumping sound.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for the appliance to complete the process. When the Calc-Clean process is completed, the iron stops beeping and the CALC-CLEAN light stops flashing.
Wipe the iron with a piece of cloth and put it back on the base station.
Caution: The iron is hot.
As the Calc-Clean container becomes hot during the Calc-Clean process, wait approx. 5 minutes before you touch it. Then carry the Calc-Clean container to the sink, empty it and store it for future use.
If necessary, you can repeat steps 1 to 8. Make sure that you empty the Calc-Clean container before you start the Calc-Clean process.
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Very easy. Simply press the button.
Very easy, the iron starts bleeping when it needs descaling.
All you do is push the descaling button (on the base) put the plastic tray on the bottom of the iron, push the steam button and the iron will automatically clean itself. The pink light will go out when the descaling has been completed.
Hello there. For product support for this item, please follow the link below:
https://argos-support.co.uk/7876031-philips-p...
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