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Steam iron no longer produces steam

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Rzim · 27/02/2025 08:51

Iron is less than a year old - doesn't look as if there is limescale -
Any other top tips before I have to buy a new one? X

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Itisbetter · 27/02/2025 08:52

Take it to be mended?

StMarie4me · 27/02/2025 08:57

Itisbetter · 27/02/2025 08:52

Take it to be mended?

Didn't know you could still do that kind of thing? Where would OP take it? Thanks!

Cuppachuchu · 27/02/2025 08:59

If you live in a hard water area and put tap water in it, I would try descaling it before replacing. You can get sachets specifically for this in supermarkets.
You can't always see limescale.

ElizaCBennett · 27/02/2025 09:01

Add white vinegar to the water in the iron, if there is scale inside it will clear it

Rzim · 27/02/2025 09:02

Many thx will try and descale it before I give up on it!! X

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Preciousssssss · 27/02/2025 09:05

Less than a year old suggests it was not fit for purpose - so, even if it is not under any sort of guarantee, you should return it. Take it back to the shop, or contact the supplier with details and request for a replacement.

(Assuming you haven’t done anything unusual or harmful to damage it. Checking for limescale blockage is a good idea first though.)

It’s a reasonable expectation that a domestic iron should work properly for a year.

BeyondtheBeyond · 27/02/2025 09:07

I had to return mine to the manufacturer. It was a few years ago and I think they sent a box to send it back in
Ring the customer service helpline and they will advise you.

Itisbetter · 27/02/2025 10:18

StMarie4me · 27/02/2025 08:57

Didn't know you could still do that kind of thing? Where would OP take it? Thanks!

Just google electrical appliance engineers in your area. Most towns/areas have a local independent guy.

Preciousssssss · 27/02/2025 10:24

Getting an iron fixed by anyone other than the manufacturers will probably cost more than buying a new one. And the OP shouldn’t have to pay anything after less than a year.

Rzim · 01/03/2025 14:55

It was limescale!! Many thx x

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