What precautions should be taken when using a steam iron?

I always see steam irons in large and small clothing stores. Of course, many families will go to the market to buy a steam iron and put it indoors. It is convenient to iron clothes when the clothes are wrinkled occasionally. So, how to use a steam iron? Let’s take a look at the precautions for using a steam iron.

1. How to use a steam iron on the market

1. When using a steam iron for the first time, you should first read the instruction manual of the steam iron carefully. The instruction manual is more detailed. , enough to let you know that it depends on whether the steam iron is domestically produced or imported. Foreign steam irons have voltage requirements. Pay attention to whether the voltage of the steam iron matches.

2. After reading the instructions and starting to use the steam iron, you should first ground the yellow and green two-color wires in the iron power core wire. The purpose of this is to prevent leakage and the risk of electric shock. , endangering human health.

3. Plug in the power, turn off the steam button first, then stand the steam iron upright and use a measuring cup to add water. The capacity of the iron's water reservoir determines how much water to add. If you want to better maintain your steam iron, it is best to add boiled and cooled softened water to prevent scale. If the steam iron is equipped with a water level glass, you can observe the water level in the water reservoir and add water as needed.

4. There is a steam mark on the fabric indicator plate of the steam iron. Connect the iron to the power supply and twist the temperature control knob to the position between the wool and linen stalls. The indicator light will light up immediately. When the indicator light goes out, the iron soleplate temperature has reached the desired value. If water has been added to the iron and steam comes out, you can iron.

5. The steam iron can dry iron the fabric, but it is necessary to accurately determine the type of fabric to be ironed, and then adjust the temperature control knob to reach the most suitable soleplate temperature, and then start ironing the fabric. After ironing, just adjust the steam knob to the 0 position.

6. After ironing, first turn off the steam iron button, then pour out all the remaining water in the iron, then adjust the temperature knob to the highest setting and turn on the electric heating, wait for all the internal moisture to evaporate, and then turn off the iron. Turn off the power and return the temperature knob to the lowest setting. After the iron cools down, package it and store it in a dry place.

7. After using the steam iron for a period of time, if white powder appears in the air holes under the sole plate of the steam iron, you can mix half and half of white vinegar and water into the water tank of the steam iron, and heat it for about ten minutes. Gently shake the iron to clean each area carefully, then pour out the water-vinegar solution and rinse with clean water a few times before ironing.

2. How to add water to a steam iron

The 98-degree hot water steam continuously contacts the clothes to soften the fibrous tissue of the clothes. The "pull" and "pressure" movements make the iron The clothes are smooth and smooth, and the hot water vapor is more effective in cleaning and disinfection. It is used in clothing stores, hotels, hotels, homes, etc., with brackets and clothes hooks. Just add water and turn on the electricity for 1 minute to spray out high-pressure steam, aiming at the wrinkles of the clothes to make the clothes smooth and supple. There is no need for an ironing board, and the tedious steps of ironing are omitted. The product is suitable for ironing and disinfecting clothes, curtains, and carpets made of any material. It is simple to use, easy to operate, and saves energy and time.

3. How to choose a good quality steam iron

1. A temperature-adjustable steam iron. It has a temperature control function, so it is not easy to burn clothes. You can choose the power A larger one can reduce the waiting time for heat and increase ironing speed. In addition, if the power is too high, the spray signal will be insufficient. Generally, it is advisable to choose 500W.

2. The steam iron must be safe and reliable: Pay attention to the fact that there should be no short circuit or leakage after the iron is powered on. You can use an electric pen to measure it. In addition, the iron should be able to stand upright without tipping over.

3. The power lead should be well insulated: you should choose a rubber-insulated three-core multi-strand cord wrapped with cotton yarn fiber. Do not buy plastic wires, as the plastic insulation layer may be easily burned by the iron and do not meet safety requirements.

4. Check the appearance of the iron: Carefully check that the surface of each part is smooth and free of burrs, and the parts must fit together well.

Thermostat knobs and other components should rotate flexibly and reliably, indicator bulbs should light up, and the thermostat should move sensitively.

4. Novices need to pay attention to these five points when using a steam iron

1. The voltage on the nameplate of the electric iron should match the voltage of the power supply used. An electric iron with a ground (neutral wire) must use a three-core power lead, one of which (generally a black or yellow and green two-color wire) is connected to the ground (neutral wire). Do not connect it incorrectly. Otherwise, live wires may be introduced into the housing, causing electric shock.

2. Do not place the electric iron in use flat on the table or clothes. The electric iron should be placed upright between ironings.

3. After using the iron, you should unplug the power plug. During the power-on process, someone must be nearby and you are not allowed to leave casually. After the soleplate temperature drops to room temperature, wind the wire (not too tight) and put the iron back in a dry place for storage.

4. If you encounter a power outage during use, you should unplug the power plug in time to avoid leaving it unattended after power is restored and allowing it to be powered on and cause a fire.

5. Before using the automatic temperature-adjusting iron, the knob should be adjusted to the appropriate position according to the performance of the clothes being ironed. After use, the temperature-adjusting knob should be reset to the "off" or "cold" position. .