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| − | |image= | + | |image=Gravity_iron.jpg |
| − | |owner=PS:One|model= | + | |owner=PS:One|model=Silverstar ES-85AF |
|serial=181133|arrived=2023 | |serial=181133|arrived=2023 | ||
|doesitwork=yes | |doesitwork=yes | ||
|contact=Lydia Miller | |contact=Lydia Miller | ||
| − | |where=[[Arts | + | |where=[[Arts]] |
|certification=no | |certification=no | ||
|hackable=no | |hackable=no | ||
|value=~$120 | |value=~$120 | ||
| − | |hostarea=Arts | + | |hostarea=Arts |
}} | }} | ||
| − | Gravity Iron Model | + | Gravity Iron Model Silverstar ES-85AF |
==Status== | ==Status== | ||
Ready. On the pressing board. When not in use unplug the iron and rest it horizontally on its silicon rest. | Ready. On the pressing board. When not in use unplug the iron and rest it horizontally on its silicon rest. | ||
| − | == | + | ==Instructions== |
# The water tank needs to hang more than 5 ft. above the ironing surface | # The water tank needs to hang more than 5 ft. above the ironing surface | ||
# Plug in to a power socket and turn on the power switch | # Plug in to a power socket and turn on the power switch | ||
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# Set the temperature; 1, 2: Pre-heating 3: Silk (low) 4: Cotton and wool (medium) 5: Other thick clothes (high) | # Set the temperature; 1, 2: Pre-heating 3: Silk (low) 4: Cotton and wool (medium) 5: Other thick clothes (high) | ||
# Turn the water tank valve counterclockwise and press the steam switch | # Turn the water tank valve counterclockwise and press the steam switch | ||
| − | # Press the steam switch for | + | # Press the steam switch for 1–2 seconds and pause for 3–4 seconds. '''Do not hold the steam switch longer than 5–6 seconds''' |
# The iron shoe can be attached to prevent glossed fabric | # The iron shoe can be attached to prevent glossed fabric | ||
# Turn off power and unplug the iron when not in use | # Turn off power and unplug the iron when not in use | ||
| + | # Close the water tank valve and press the steam button relieve pressure | ||
# Allow 30 minutes at least for the iron to cool | # Allow 30 minutes at least for the iron to cool | ||
| − | # '''Keep flammable materials away''' from the iron while it in use (it | + | # '''Keep flammable materials away''' from the iron while it is in use (it heats to over 200˚C) |
| + | [[Category:Textiles]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Arts]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:31, 2 September 2023
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| Owner/Loaner | PS:One |
|---|---|
| Serial Number | 181133 |
| Make/Model | Silverstar ES-85AF |
| Arrival Date | 2023 |
| Usability | yes |
| Contact | Lydia Miller |
| Where | Arts |
| Authorization Needed | no |
| Hackable | no |
| Estimated Value | ~$120 |
| Host Area | Arts |
Gravity Iron Model Silverstar ES-85AF
Status
Ready. On the pressing board. When not in use unplug the iron and rest it horizontally on its silicon rest.
Instructions
- The water tank needs to hang more than 5 ft. above the ironing surface
- Plug in to a power socket and turn on the power switch
- Important: Do not place the iron upright when not in use
- Set the Temperature Control to 4 and wait 5 minutes
- Set the temperature; 1, 2: Pre-heating 3: Silk (low) 4: Cotton and wool (medium) 5: Other thick clothes (high)
- Turn the water tank valve counterclockwise and press the steam switch
- Press the steam switch for 1–2 seconds and pause for 3–4 seconds. Do not hold the steam switch longer than 5–6 seconds
- The iron shoe can be attached to prevent glossed fabric
- Turn off power and unplug the iron when not in use
- Close the water tank valve and press the steam button relieve pressure
- Allow 30 minutes at least for the iron to cool
- Keep flammable materials away from the iron while it is in use (it heats to over 200˚C)
