Did anyone have issues when they first received the iron? I turned mine on for the first time &amp; white stuff came out of it &amp; it leaks.
314183
Yes...I wrote about this a bit in my review. The same thing happened with a previous Rowenta I had as well. Something in the way they manufacture it or they do some sort of testing in the steam function, results in these white flakes coming out when you first start using the iron with steam. This will go away after a few days or week or so of use. Regarding the leaking, I experienced significant 'spitting' of water with the auto-steam turned on, when the iron would steam and big drops of water were coming out. I didn't have water just leaking out of the sides or anything, which is a problem a lot of defective irons have. But if yours is just "spitting" with the steam, this problem should eventually get better as well after a week or two. However, I've had mine for a few months and it hasn't gone completely away, but it doesn't happen that often or the water drops are small. Still, kind of disappointed with that as my previous Rowentas have not done this. Overall I still think a good iron though so far...you should probably try holding on to it for a bit and see if it gets better.
1386261
I have not had any problem with mine. maybe try rinsing it with reasonably hot water and pumping hot water through it. I still am really happy with mine. good luck!
103478
I recently bought this iron (about a month ago) and although it is a good iron, I wouldn't claim that it is fantastic. It depends on the material you are ironing. Some cottons that are lightweight iron beautifully. But other blouses still look wrinkled. Jeans iron up nicely, but again my husband's dockers don't. I sometimes get a white powder that sprays out onto the clothes. When emptying the water after I am finished ironing, I find that all the water doesn't empty. I called the customer service number and they told me that this happens due to the tube that is in the iron and it is okay. I don't feel comfortable leaving water in the iron between ironings. I may take it back to the store for a refund. I spent a great deal of money on this iron and I am not sure it is worth it.
1790103
Noisy when filling the steam chamber. Never timed how long to heat. To prevent leaking press steam button away from fabric if it has been sitting for a while between ironing. The water occurs when the steam in the cord cools down. Should not happen if you are continuously ironing.
2245492
Yes, this iron drips during use. I bought it because people said that it didn't, but it tends to drip all over my shirts no matter how much or how little water I use or how high or low I set the steam.
1004372
Been a while...not sure what plastic attachment came in box. But maybe it has something to do with the horrible leakage issues associated with using this iron!!!!
1134973
Yes. I regret buying this iron. It leaks water like crazy. Also water rusts it there and it stained my clothes.
2266563
The feet did not raise up on the first iron I ordered. I called the vendor and had them replace it. The feet "stick" on my second iron every once in awhile. Then again, I use a lot of starch, not to mention I use it everyday in my business. When the feet do stick, I turn it completely off and unplug it for 5-10 minutes. This seems to do the trick. After trying this and the feet still do not raise I would suggest calling the vendor and asking for a replacement.
2245489
Have not had that particular problem so far. Every now and then it will spit out when the steam kicks in, but rarely. Could be I fill the tank too full. Overall, this iron has done the job I expected
43312
I see someone was complaining about the auto shut off. If she would read her book you can over ride that and I do it al the time. I have had mine for 3 years. Every Rowenta I had started leaking in about a year. Company keeps changing their advise to stop this. None I found worked. I will never own another rowenta
72016
Clear Value Deals: Could be a faulty iron. I received my iron and it works perfectly fine. The feet should only retract when you grab and release the handle while plugged in. Hope this was helpful. www.shop.clearvaluedeals.com
1459264
I am unable to help...I returned the Iron immediately...it leaked constantly
2111069
I haven't noticed that. I've been using it for awhile. If I fill it too high there is too much steam and makes the garment wet, other than that I haven't picked up my iron since I bought it.
1406412
We have no leaking at all from this iron, having had it for quite a long time now. Don't know how long you have had yours, but they are warranted for 1 year.
1659759
Mine never leaked, but I have stopped using it and bought another iron because this one never would get hot enough to iron cotton and linen.
1161451
In addition to my previous question about this iron spewing, sputtering and leaking, I should have added dripping. Does it drip?? My previously owned Rowentas did all of the above and although I loved the weight and other features, the leaking and dripping and spewing onto my fresh ironing made me grow to dislike them. I am considering trying this new one, but need to know about the problems I've mentioned.
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i havent called. im thinking about somehow using my young, good looks to persuade them to come over and freaking fix it. but yes, calling tomorrow. right now we have a cooking sheet under it. its the stand up, heavy duty one with dual hoses. it worked for like month... now JUST leaking. ill contact amazon if it an issue.