I have a ruptured rotator cuff and can't lift a heavy iron. How heavy is this to push around and use? Would a travel iron be more appropriate for my
1675007
The Oliso TG1600 does have some weight to it. But for myself I don't find it that bad and I have a weakness in my right hand due to a past surgery. A travel iron is great for what it is intended for, which is travel. I have one but would hate to depend upon it for my regular ironing.
1675008
This is not very heavy, however it is poorly made. Don't buy it. I use a travel iron made by Rowenta. It's so lite and has great steam. I buy it at Bed Bath and Beyond. If you ever have a problem with leaking they exchange it with no questions. Hope this helps
1675009
While I enjoy using this iron, it is heavier than "regular" irons that I have used before. If "regular" irons are too heavy for your use, I think previous suggestions regarding a travel iron may make more sense for you. Good luck!
1675010
I would suggest you go with a travel iron as they are the lightest in weight. When your shoulder recovers to your being comfortable with a little weight, then the Oliso would be perfect. I have fractured my right shoulder years ago, cannot lift this arm comfortably over my head and enjoy using the Oliso without pain. It is a wonderful appliance. Donna
1675011
I love this iron. It is because it is a very easy glide and that you do no lifting that I like it. Automatic touch lowers and raises it. In my opinion it would be a good idea for you. It would be more the correct height for your ironing that would be more the problem.
1675012
I think this is a light weight iron but I previous used a 5 pound tailor's iron. I bought this because it was much lighter than my old one. My girls also like this iron.
1675013
I know about rotator cuff tears and I think it would be too heavy. The weight is like most irons, and the motion of ironing may not be good for your injury. A tto ravel iron is alot lighter, I have used them too, i found travel ones are pretty light weight but find they dont hold up very long. I would recomend you going and checking several irons to see if the weight is a problem before buying any, you can get an idea of the weight of the lighter ones and then you know the weight you can tolerate before purchasing either on line or in store
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I would suggest you go with a travel iron as they are the lightest in weight.When your shoulder recovers to your being comfortable with a little weight, then the Oliso would be perfect. I have fractured my right shoulder years ago, cannot lift this arm comfortably over my head and enjoy using the Oliso without pain. It is a wonderful appliance. Donna
756420
It is a full-sized iron, but it doesn't seem heavy to me. I don't know the weight. If it were heavy I couldn't handle it.
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According to the information on the Amazon site, it weighs 2.8 pounds, which means about 2 pounds, 13 ounces. I actually wanted a heavier iron, so the iron would do all the work, but this does a pretty good job anyway. I wouldn't want something any lighter. I use it constantly, 4-5 hours most days, and it doesn't get tiring because I just barely push it and the weight of the iron does all the work of getting rid of those wrinkles!
1280099
Heavier than some irons I have used but no problem gripping. You have room to scoot your hand up to grasp it.
653710
I just heated up my iron and gave it a try just to be sure before answering... No, this is not an iron on product. Also I would say it is a bit heavier than medium and somewhat paper like. I use it for machine embroidery in the hoop. Hope that helps.
2032484
With water in it it weighs 3lbs, its a little heaver than my last iron but if you ask me it works better with a little more weight to it....I have some carpel tunnel and it doesn't bother me at all...I really like this iron.....
2233643
Yes, I iron with a light hand, but I love this item...I keep it in the bedroom and my grand kids keep all kind of stuff in there...when I iron I put a bath towel across the board so I don't scorch anything...I have no problem with it and I would buy again as a shower gift. Hope that helps you. Carole
1965886
I do not know what you mean by "heavy.". i have worked with guys in excess of 400 pounds. This chair would crush beneath them. if you are around or under 200 pounds this cane will work fine. You do need to push up from a sitting position.
1717935
I had rotator cuff surgery back in 07 which is why I bought another one of these. You can ease in to the work out and limit the amount of force you exert. However I would not recommend using this to it's full extent until you are completely healed. When all else fails ask your Surgeon or Physical Therapist for their recommendation.
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I have this iron. It took me three times returning the iron until I got one that works. I think the key is not to have it on for a long time and if so turn it to dry heat. At one point it actually shorted out and caught my fabric on fire Rowenta does stand by their product. I called Rowenta to deal directly. I was told by Rowenta that this is a travel iron and not made for a quilting iron. Good luck.
801963
hi. i bought the iron to be a "purist." it's too heavy for everyday use, and if you try to lift the skillet with the iron lid on it, you'll need a helper! go for the glass!
1076284
I'm not really sure, heavier than a regular iron, but I like it that way, it does more of the work for you, but it's not too heavy, I can still use it upright to steam hanging garments. I love it, I will never buy another regular iron again!
433292
That's exactly why I bought it and how I use it. It works well but is larger than I would like. It's got a grip of iron -- you could almost do pull-ups from it :)
2199220
Best advice I can give, get an Ironmaster or Powerblock. Major problem with weights getting stuck - dials.
2022856
Probably the Level 1 - this one's more for the heat/cold aspect. also, see Jim Johnson's rotator cuff book - the best support for the shoulder joint are strong rotator cuff muscles. Good luck!
2280161
Geeezzz, I can't find the paperwork or the box, so I'm afraid I can't help you out:( Not my usual MO, but I don't know the answer. Maybe in my attic, but I just had Rotator Cuff surgery so I can't go up there. Good Luck!
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I have a babyliss pro hairdryer which weighs 2.3 lbs and it kills my wrist. Im looking for something lighter and this one caught my eye, but I was bummed to see it weighs 2.2 lbs. So its going to be heavy. I round brush blowdry which my be the reason it strains my wrist so much but if you just quick dry your hair it might not be so bad