Troubleshooting Guide - Philips AVENT SCF274/31 User Manual

8) Removed items must be used/assembled immediately or
re-sterilised. Expressed milk can be stored in a sterile breast
milk container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours (not in
the door) or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Infant formula
should be made up fresh for each feed.
9) The steriliser must be left to cool for at least 10 minutes
between each use to allow the thermostat to reset.
10) After each use, pour away any remaining water, rinse
and wipe dry.
Dishwasher Basket
(see diagram F)
1) The upper and lower baskets can be clipped together to
hold small items such as teats, breast pump parts, soothers,
etc for washing in the top rack of your dishwasher prior
to sterilisation.
2) To clip together, align the two baskets so that the indicators
are opposite each other and snap the baskets together.
To open basket, pull apart with fingers using side recesses.
Warning: If your Philips AVENT items are washed in the
dishwasher with dirty items covered with remnants of strong
sauces, such as tomato sauce, they may discolour over time.
Care of your steriliser
You should de-scale your steriliser every four weeks to ensure
it continues to work 100% effectively. It may be advantageous
to use pre-boiled or filtered water in your steriliser in order to
reduce limescale build up.
EITHER:
1) Mix one sachet of citric acid (10gms) with 200ml of water.
Pour into the empty steriliser. Do not put lid on. Switch on for
1-2 minutes, i.e. do not run a full cycle. Switch off at mains
and leave to stand for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse out the
steriliser. Run a full cycle empty with the lid on, using exactly
90ml of water. Wipe out the steriliser. (Citric Acid is available
from most chemists – avoid contact with eyes as this may
cause irritation. Keep out of reach of children.)
OR:
2) Pour 100ml vinegar mixed with 200ml cold water into
steriliser. Allow to stand in the unit until any limescale
has dissolved. Empty the unit and rinse thoroughly.

Troubleshooting guide

Steriliser will not work
Excessive steam escaping from
under the lid
Bottles come out with marks
Steriliser takes too long to
switch off
Check that the mains lead is connected to the steriliser as well as plugged into the mains.
Check fuse in plug.
Parts incorrectly loaded. Refer to diagrams C/D.
Steriliser needs de-scaling (see section headed 'Care of your steriliser').
Too much water is being used. Use exactly 90ml of water, OR: The steriliser is loaded with
only a few items – light loads will take longer to cycle.
Warnings
1) Under no circumstances should anything other than citric
acid or vinegar be used for de-scaling as it may cause
irreparable damage.
2) Do not use bleach or chemical sterilising solutions/tablets
in your steam steriliser or on products to be sterilised.
3) Do not use abrasive, anti-bacterial materials or scourers
to clean the steriliser.
4) Do not use softened water in the steriliser.
5) The lead supplied must not be used on any other appliance
and no other lead should be used with the Express Electric
Steam Steriliser.
6) This appliance is intended for use by responsible persons,
Keep out of reach of small children and the infirm.
7) This appliance is not intended for use by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
Guarantee
Philips AVENT guarantees that should the Express Electric Steam
Steriliser become faulty during twelve months from the date of
purchase, it will be replaced free of charge during this time.
Please return it to the retailer where it was purchased. Please
keep your receipt as a proof of purchase, together with a note
of when and where purchased. For the guarantee to be valid,
please note:
• The Express Electric Steam Steriliser must be used according
to the instructions in this leaflet and connected to suitable
electricity supply.
• The claim must not be a result of accident, misuse, dirt,
neglect or fair wear and tear.
• This does not affect your statutory rights.
Philips AVENT is here to help
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IRL: Call FREE on 1800 509 021
AU: 1300 364 474
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