Ironing is a less enjoyable task, but with the right kind of clothes-iron or Iron Box you can simplify it. Iron is a useful electrical appliance available for making your clothes wrinkle-free. Today, online stores sell clothes iron with different features.
The common varieties of iron include basic dry, steam, vertical steam, deluxe, and travel models. The steam iron model is popular because steam gets sprayed on the clothes and this allows the heavy wrinkles to flatten out with ease. The appliance has a small tank that is filled with water. When the iron gets heated, the water gets transformed into steam while pressing the clothes. The steam gets sprayed through tiny outlets and can be controlled according to fabric type.
In this post, let’s discuss the features and benefits of Philips steam iron. You can visit the online appliance store http://www.myredrhino.com/ to check on the different models and their features. It includes Philips Azur, Philips Easy Speed, Philips PerfectCare Steam Generators, Optimal Temp technology steam iron, and even accessories like Ironing boards of different sizes.
For those people, who do plenty of ironing steam irons are the best gadget. Remember, the definition of a perfect iron is –
- Temperature control for handling different fabrics [cotton, silk, wool, etc.]
- Generates sufficient steam without sputtering or dribbling water.
- Glide effortlessly across the clothes.
Beneficial features of Philips steam iron
OptimalTEMP technology
You can press everything from jeans to silk dress without any concern about temperature setting adjustment. Because of OptimalTEMP technology, there is no need to set the dial or settings. It means your time and effort to pre-heat the iron or pre-sort the laundry gets saved. You are always ready to iron any kind of fabric.
Safe on every ironable fabric
Philips ironing products guarantee no burns to ironable fabric because of its OptimalTEMP technology. The iron can be left face down on the ironing board or your clothes without any worries about burns.
Quick heating
The stated 2500W is great for delivering quick heating and potent performance.
Steam performance
The steam output is maxed 45 g/min for steady and powerful performance. The steam output is consistent, which allows us to eliminate the creases quickly. The steam burst is maxed 180 g, which seeps deep in the fabric and eliminates the stubborn crumples.
SteamGlide Plus Soleplate
Philips has equipped its steam iron models with exclusive soleplate. The SteamGlide Plus soleplate is coated with six layers of advanced titanium material. It glides smoothly over the clothes making ironing an effortless task. Besides, it is non-sticky and scratch-resistant. Cleaning is simple with the cleaning stick. Make sure to follow the instructions when you clean the soleplate.
- Set iron temp between 1 and 2 dots but avoid this step if you have a PerfectCare range model.
- After it heats unplug and place the iron on its heel over a cotton rag.
- Across the dirty area rub the cleaning stick a couple of times.
- Wipe that dirt that you see with a cotton rag.
- Clean the residual wax traces visible in steam vents using a cotton bud and ironing it across the cotton rag.
During cleaning, never touch the soleplate with bare hands as it is hot. There will be some fumes emitting from cleaning stick material as it melts when you rub across the dirty surface. The cleaning stick must be kept away from kids.
Automatic shut-off
Everyone can leave their iron standing still and forget about it. With Philips optimal temperature technology paired with an automatic shut off feature is awesome. Even if you leave the iron on its soleplate, side, or heel unattended, it shuts-off automatically after 2 minutes. You don’t have to worry about clothes getting burnt, while you attend the doorbell or your phone.
Drip stop system
The drip-stop system is designed to iron delicate fabrics easily at low temperatures without any concerns about causing water droplet stains. Your silk scarf will remain spotless while ironing.
In-built calc-clean slider
The iron needs ordinary tap water, which can cause calcium buildup, which hardens over time. This can hamper the steam performance. It can even cause issues like brown stains due to brown water leaks.
Fortunately, with the Calc-clean feature, descaling becomes easy and steam output performance gets maintained high. Your iron life also extends.
How to use the Calc Clean feature available in Philips steam irons?
- Fill water in the tank. [for adjustable settings choose No steam and Max temp]
- Turn on the switch.
- When the indicating light shuts off, unplug the iron.
- Hold the soleplate horizontal over the sink.
- Activate the Calc Clean button. [if necessary—press & hold]
- Shake the iron until empty.
- Shaking back and forth will allow us to remove the scale, water, and steam from the vents.
- Again, plugin and heat the iron.
- Glide it across a cotton fabric to clean its soleplate.
- Repeat the process once or twice a month depending on its use.
What kind of water to use in the Philips garment steamer?
The Philips manufacturer has designed the garment steamer iron with regular tap water in mind. The rapidity of scale buildup will depend on the hardness of the water in your locality. You can even combine 50% of demineralized or distilled water with tap water to reduce the buildup of limescale and prolong iron’s lifespan.
Remember, not to use water from the tumble dryer, perfumed water, starch, vinegar, or any kind of chemicals because this can cause water sputtering and brown staining or steam iron damage.
For perfuming your clothes use perfumed washing softener or essential oils while washing or you can spray perfumed water after the ironing.
Philips steam iron – Troubleshooting tips
Sizzling noise when the iron is placed on its heel
This is normal! The sizzling noise is from the water that comes in contact with the chamber walls of the soleplate. No worries! Iron performance does not get affected by the sizzling sound every time your iron makes when placed on its heels.
Steam iron stops producing steam
There are several reasons why the steam iron stopped steam production.
- The water tank is empty, so the iron cannot produce steam. So, check it and refill the water tank. Your iron will blast steam properly.
- Wait for the orange-color temp indicator light to switch off. Only then will your iron will be ready to generate a steam cloud. For OptimalTEMP irons, the ready light will stay lighted when the iron is prepared to generate steam.
- Check the temperature dial setting to ensure it is not on the ‘steam off’ mode. Steam is not produced when temp dial is on 1-dot position or in Calc clean setting.
If these solutions are insufficient to resolve your problem, give Philips customer service a call.
The steam iron is unable to remove the wrinkles properly
- Check the temperature to see if it is configured according to the fabric you are pressing.
- The garment may need more moisture so press the steam boost trigger to increase steam burst for eliminating tough creases.
Auto shut-off mode issues
- Steam iron soleplate stays cold – Check the auto shut-off mode because chances are that you did not use the iron for 4 to 10 minutes. It went into shut-off mode automatically. Press the on/off button to start the heating.
- Heat up light flashes – If the steam iron is not used for more than 45 seconds or is left unattended on its heels for more than 8 minutes, then it automatically switches off for safety. When this occurs, the heat up light starts flashing. Turn the iron on, and it will start to warm up.
- Connection issues– Check the main chords, plug, and wall socket to ensure everything is connected properly.
- Incorrect voltage setting – Set the voltage setting like 240V or 120V according to your locality needs.
- Does not switch on – It can be an internal electric circuit issue.
The Decal or Calc-clean red-light blinks consistently
It is an indication that your steam iron needs to get descaled. Even after you descale it, the alert remains it means your process was not done properly, so repeat it. Even then the blink does not stop pay a visit to your nearest Philips repair center.
Steam iron releases smoke
- If you are using the iron for the first time, there is a possibility of smoke release on heat up because of grease residue from the production. It is normal!
- Sometimes little water may have remained in the soleplate after the last usage. So, when the soleplate heats, the water evaporates making it look like smoke.
To buy steam iron in Kenya, you can visit My Red Rhino an online Philips retailer store. Ensure to read the instruction manual before you start using your new steam iron.
Dangers and warnings
- Never immerse steam iron in the water.
- The voltage type must connect with the local main voltage.
- If the body, cord, or plug of the steam iron shows visible damage, don’t use it.
- Get damaged parts replaced at authorized Philips service center for safety reasons.
- The appliance must not be left unattended while it is connected with the mains.
- Ensure that your kids aged eight and more are trained to use the appliance safely. Make sure to educate them about the potential hazards.
- Keep the appliance stored properly, when it is cooling down [away from children’s reach].
- While ironing ensures that the main cord does not contact the heated soleplate.
- Connect the iron to a wall socket equipped with an earthing wire.
- Use a stable surface to iron because when you place it in the heel position, the appliance stays firm.
- Unwind the main cord fully before plugging.
It is wise to follow the safety instructions while using the electrical appliance.