Tefal Cordless Steam Iron, Freemove Air, 2400 W, Blue, FV6520G0, 0.25L

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The anti-calc collector is a scale collector which automatically collects the scale which forms inside your iron. The amount of scale collected depends on the hardness of your water. What is the function of the Autoclean Catalys soleplate (according to model)? See the instructions for use to find out what type of water is appropriate and clean the soleplate from time to time with a damp sponge. What is the right temperature for my clothes? The most distinctive feature of this novel iron is its appearance. A vintage-style riff on 1950’s domestic gadgetry, it’s both faintly ridiculous and, to my eyes at least, rather likeable. As well as rose gold, it comes in grey and baby blue. But is it a case of style over substance? Or, you have over-filled your iron – do not go beyond the "MAX" level on the tank. The iron doesn't glide very easily. Self-cleaning: heat the iron, unplug it, remove the anti-calc valve and spray the iron over the sink.

The iron feels sturdy and is well made, as you would no doubt expect from Russell Hobbs. We particularly liked the base, which illuminates with different colours to display when the iron is heating, ready for use or recharging. It’s also easy to get on and off the base for recharging. As a bonus, it comes with good, clear instructions on the iron as well as in the separate booklet. Gently shake your iron to reactivate it, the lights should start to flash and then the product should start to heat up. It features an anti-calc and anti-drip design, which prolongs its life. It saves your iron from calcium build-up which can negatively affect its performance. The iron’s handle lights up to indicate charging status and takes around 40 seconds to charge from cold. Although it holds its heat for a fair amount of time, it takes a lengthy 25 seconds to recharge once it’s cooled down, which might not be ideal if you’ve got a pile of ironing to get through.Water tank capacity: To avoid adding extra weight, look for a small tank (although not so small that you constantly have to refill it). Durable results: The anti-scale system prevents limescale build-up to maintain long-lasting steam performance, ensuring you achieve effortless crease-free results, time and time again. is standard for a handheld steam iron and proved more than adequate in my tests. Cordless models, as Teresa says, tend to be less powerful at 2400W. My best buy, the Tefal, is an impressive 3100W. What are the different types of steam irons? Your appliance has been designed to function using untreated tap water. If your water is very hard, we recommend that you use a max of 50% untreated tap water and 50% distilled water available in most shops.

The selected temperature is too low and does not allow steam to be produced: set the thermostat to the steam zone (between 2 dots and MAX). This cordless iron has a 2 in 1 function; meaning that its heating base allows for both corded and cordless use. You are filling the tank with the "Dry/Steam" control set to Steam – it needs to be in the "Dry" position. The appliance uses 2400W power and takes just half a minute to get hot. The steam generation rate of the iron is 120g per minute, heating up in just 30 seconds. The self-cleaning function to stop scale building up is clever too – just select the self-clean button and hold it over a bowl to allow water and steam to wash scale and dust out of the soleplate. This works, but it does take time, so I’d have to say I prefer the in-built filter of the Tefal Pure iron as a point of comparison.Ergonomic base: The iron slides onto the horizontal base in one smooth motion, ensuring comfort and safety in use. The base attaches easily to your ironing board for stability when ironing.

A permanent anti-calc filter is present in the water tank that softens hard water and prevents scaling. Steam: Some irons offer steam output, which means constant steam, whereas others offer steam shot which requires the user to push a button for an intense shot of steam to get rid of stubborn creases. This is all down to customer preference. It is not designed for the water to be removed completely. It is okay to use or store the iron even with a small amount of water remaining. When storing, please remove as much water as possible and store in an upright position. How do I clean the soleplate?It doesn’t stain your clothes, thanks to the anti-drip feature. At low temperatures, the steaming option is turned off, so the water does not leak. The water tank limit is 250ml. The anti-calc system does not let limescale and calcium build-up. It prolongs the life span of the unit.

You have used a starch type product on your laundry (Always spray to the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed and clean your iron afterwards). Beldray’s big selling point, though, is the steam feature – this iron produces lots of steam. Although its continuous steam is only measured at 30g/min. which is plenty powerful enough in our opinion, the iron has a steam boost of 140g/min, making it extremely good for stubborn creases and wrinkles. Our only niggle? The iron was a little awkward to lift on and off the base, although this may well loosen up over time. The selected temperature is too low to use this function: set the thermostat to the zone between 3 dots and MAX.Do not use your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it replaced by an approved repair centre. Various topics How do I prevent brown spots from the iron appearing on the clothing? At the end of your ironing session, we would suggest that once your iron has cooled down, you should wipe over the soleplate and around the steam holes to remove any burned fibers that may have started collecting around the steam holes. What should I do if my iron has not been used for a long time? You can use the iron vertically to clear creases from any hanging fabrics, like sheets or curtains. Always set your iron to the 'No Steam' function before you start to fill. Why isn't my iron steaming when set on the one dot setting (depending on model)?