Why does it heat up to 450 and then when I start ironing, it cools down?
1055424
That is more of a technical question you would need to ask the make of the appliance. I can give you an idea as to why it does that though. Think of the appliance like your oven. You set the temperature for 450. When the oven attains that temperature, the heating element shuts off. When the oven temperature gets to a predetermined temperature below 450 it kicks back on to get back to 450. I hope this helps.
1055425
I'm currently having the same problem with mine. I think I figured out that it has to do with the cord at the base of the straightener...there must be a loose wire or something and when you turn it a certain way it shorts out, then comes back on to "off" when the cord is moved again. Took me a while to figure out. I tried contacting HSI but apparently this seller is unauthorized and they will not honor the warranty. They told me to notify Amazon of this and "demand a full refund".
1055426
I'm curious about this too. I set mine for 370 and as soon as it reaches the temperature it turns off. SO frustrating.
1055427
Maybe you are straightening too quickly or perhaps your hair might be wet. Do not put any oils to your hair until after you have finished straightened your hair. Also, let it heat up properly-i say about 5-7 minutes.
1055428
Not sure, mine never does that. If you just bought it I would swap for a new one. Or make sure your connection to the outlet is not loose maybe? Hope you figure it out!
1396929
Well, it goes up to 450 degrees that is one of the hottest ones out there. I have thick curly hair, and it works perfect. I got the 2 inch one and great and I have tried a lot of flat irons and so far this one is great!
1440952
Yes. You shouldn't use more than 400 degrees when flat ironing & the smooth titanium plates prevent burning
1695572
Yes, it heats up to 450, and it heats up fast. This is one of the best flat irons I've ever had.
1972229
The temp is adjustable. As low as 180 and as high as 460. It is a knob dial. You will not get the exact temp, unless you are at one end or the other. You can tell a difference. I use the high end on my curly hair and the low on my niece's hair. It's a great iron. Comparable to th much more expensive one's, and at a quarter of the price.
603080
Yes it goes to 450f it gets hot on the top when you press down,it gets really hot !but flat your hair very good !
725044
I haven't checked mine, but it's nowhere close to 140-150F; it's more in the 200F Range. Something is definitely wrong with your Machine. Did you descale it regularly? Maybe that's something to look at.
2078907
I don't know the actual temperature but it works as well as my older corded iron. I like it because your not limited to an extension cord or power outlet.
1741938
I don't fully understand your question, but the iron heats up very quickly.
1265565
Hi Harold - there must be a defect then. I set mine for 345 and it stops at that - it will fluctuate a few degrees down when in use - but nothing major. I would contact them and have it replaced
1685507
It gets very hot so I would not recommend that. I have never had a burn using the iron normally.
1531665
I didn't see anything in the instructions that said I had to wait for the iron to cool. I retract it just after shut off and have not had any problems. I have used this iron over a dozen times and it is working great. No problems with cord storage hot or cooled.
2125358
I have the S-9500.....think the difference is mine is a 1 inch wide iron. It goes as low as 300 degrees.
2166911
Hi Pamela,I don't remember, because I immediately returned this iron. I didn't like the steam output at all. I replaced this iron with a Rowenta DG5030 steam iron, after I owned a Reliable Iron Maven 420 steam iron. The bottom of the Reliable burned out, because I left the iron on/plugged in overnight. I really liked the Reliable Iron Maven 420, but was concerned that it my burn again, as I had read another reviewer who had a similar problem, but didn't leave the iron on.
354474
Hi Joe, I used it at 450 no problem. I purchased 2 and still have the other one in it's box and it says max 480 F. Hope this helps.
672471
Mine has never has done that. I noticed it gets very hot in use. I would call the manufacturer or check on their support page.
962454
Whenever you put the iron down to reposition the clothing, you set it on the base and it gets reheated if needed. I have never had to wait for it. It stays hot enough continuously while I am ironing.