Take a closer look Perfect Care Compact Essential Steam Generator Iron
Model GC6842/30Good things for kitchens full of life. Meet your next everyday favourite.
- Power
- 2400W
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Iron faster with 2x more steam
Guaranteed not to burn*
Max 6 bar pump pressure
Up to 360 g steam boost
1.3 L fixed water tank
Carry lock 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. OptimalTEMP technology, no temperature settings requiredIron everything from jeans to silk without adjusting the temperature. Thanks to OptimalTEMP, no dial or settings are needed. So there’s no more pre-sorting the laundry, or waiting for the iron to heat up and cool down. You’re ready for any fabric, anytime Carry lock for safe and easy transportLock your iron securely to the base station for easy carrying around the house and to reduce the risk of accidentally touching the hot soleplate. Large tank for long useA 1.3-liter transparent tank gives you more than 1 hour of continuous use. See clearly how much water is left and refill easily at any time under the tap through the large filling door. Calc-clean container included — no cartridges, no extra costOur built in descaling system, Smart Calc Clean reminds you when you need to descale. It includes a container to make descaling easy. This means no cartridges are required and no additional costs. Lightweight and compact for easy use and storageThe 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. No burns – guaranteedThanks to OptimalTEMP technology, we guarantee 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. Guaranteed. SteamGlide soleplate for superior 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. Automatic shut-off when the iron is left unattendedThe automatic shut off function automatically switches off your steam generator iron if it has not been used for a few minutes. This saves energy and gives you peace of mind.
Technical Specifications
Easy to use Safe on all ironable fabricsEven delicates like silkWater tank capacity1300 mlSoleplate gliding performance4 starsSafety auto offYesSoleplate nameSteamGlideRefill any time during useYesTap water suitableYesPower cord length1.65 mHose length1.6 mReady to use
Light indicator
Sound indicatorSoleplate scratch resistance4 stars
Size and weight Packaging dimensions (WxHxL)23.5 x 27 x 39.8 cmWeight of iron1.3 kgProduct dimensions (WxHxL)20.1 x 22.2 x 38.4 cmTotal weight with packaging3.7 kgWeight of iron base2.72 kg
Green efficiency Product packaging100% recycable
Storage Carry lockFor transportation and safetyCord storageCord storage compartmentHose storageHose storage compartment
Guarantee 2 year worldwide guaranteeYes
Fast crease removal PressureMax 6 bar pump
Power: 2400 WContinuous steamUp to 120 g/minSteam boostUp to 360 g
Voltage: 220-240 VReady to use2 minute(s)
Scale management Descaling and cleaningSmart Calc CleanDescaling reminder
Light
Sound
no cartridges needed, no extra
Technology: OptimalTEMP technologyYesFor all ironable fabricsYesNo burnsYesNo temperature settings neededYesProVelocity steam engineYes
Accessories included Calc clean containerYes
At a glance +
- Brand
- Philips
- SKU
- 79273
- Model
- GC6842/30
- GTIN
- 8720389001949
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Good things. Free delivery.
Standard delivery is free to street addresses across South Africa, with no minimum spend. Allow 1–2 working days for processing and 2–5 working days in transit.
Delivery dates are estimates. We’ll share the tracking details once your order is dispatched.
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Changed your mind? Our policy includes a voluntary 14-day return window for unused items, alongside your statutory consumer rights.
For faulty products, warranty questions or help with a return, get in touch so we can guide you through the next step.
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