Ironing press and all its features

Modern household appliances greatly facilitate the management of the household and reduce to a minimum the time for the implementation of all conceived. The dishwasher will help to wash the dishwasher, washing machine will be handled by an automatic washing machine, and with a pile of crumpled linen, an ironing machine. Of course, the presence of such a device, like a press for ironing at home, would be welcomed by every sewing lover. But to date, more and more families are interested in this device, because it minimizes the costs of ironing.

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Pressing device for ironing

The ingenious idea - to equalize the sole of the iron and ironing board, first embodied in America, in the forties, and since then the ironing press has firmly established itself in laundries, dry cleaners, hotels and sewing shops. Nowadays, more and more manufacturers pay attention to the ordinary buyer, so the home appliance market can buy not only a press for ironing clothes, but also a productive device with a steam generator.

Important! The surface area of ​​the press is tens of times greater than the area of ​​the iron, so that the ironing time is reduced by 50-70%, and the ironing process itself becomes a pleasure.

Constituent elements of

The design of various ironing presses has much in common, as a rule, they are two heated surfaces that mirror each other:

1. The lower plate is a reduced ironing board. The lower plate is the base of the ironing press, and it is stationary. A rack is attached to the bottom surface, and a mobile top plate is attached to the stand. The lower plate serves as an ironing board and is covered with a dense foam rubber, covered in cotton fabric or heat-resistant synthetic. If necessary, the covers can be removed and washed, and if in time the foam will stick or cover the covers, they can be replaced with new ones.
2. Top - a huge sole of iron. The upper surface is a real iron, respectively - for its production use metal, for example, a thick non-stick coating or anodized aluminum.

Important! The surface area depends on the modification of the device, but not less than 10 times the size of the soleplate of a traditional iron. Plates can be square, rectangular, trapezoidal, but most often in shape resemble an ironing board - with a chamfered one edge.

Features

The features of the ironing machine due to the design features are as follows:

1. The wide opening angle of the door leaf allows the user to conveniently lay out the laundry on the bottom surface.
2. This design allows you not to get burned while working.
3. Automatic protection of the laundry against thermal damage is also provided: if the doors are closed for more than 30 seconds, the device will stop working.
4. The ironing machine can also be switched off if it is not operated for more than 15 minutes when open.
5. The plates are joined together by a locking mechanism, which is fixed with buttons. Thanks to the lock, the device is easy to store and move.
6. Depending on the type of fabric, the temperature of the plates can be adjusted using the thermostat knob.
7. The ironing press can be installed on a table or other flat surface. The body of the device is equipped with rubber feet, which provide stability during operation.
8. The maneuverability of the press for ironing will increase significantly if you purchase a special stand for it. In this case, the device will be a full-fledged workplace.

Important! If you decide to choose a stand for the ironing device, then pay attention to the one that has several adjustable altitude modes to work for the device could people of different ages and growth, sitting and standing.

1. The power and availability indicators indicate that the device has been warmed to the correct temperature and ready for action.
2. Some models of the ironing unit are equipped with a small iron, which can iron cuffs and collars, as well as other small details of clothing.
3. The bundled fabric cushion is designed for garments that do not require flat pressing.
4. The standard equipment includes a spray gun - a container with water and a sprinkler. It is necessary in order to moisten the most crumpled sections of the laundry.
5. Modern presses are equipped with a steam generator that distributes hot hot steam evenly over the whole surface of the ironing plate, in an amount of 30 to 120 g / min. The steam emission is regulated and activated by a special handle. You can at your discretion iron with or without steam.
6. The water tank can be from 0.5 to 1.5 liters. The water can be topped up as needed, but thanks to the special window of the water meter, you can monitor the water level.

Important! Thanks to antimineral filters, as well as a water hardness control system, simple tap water can be used to "refill" the system.

1. The dimensions of the working surfaces of the press can be very different: from 50 to 90 cm in length and from 20 to 30 cm in width.
2. The power of domestic ironing devices varies from 0.8 to 2.5 kW.
3. The weight of the ironing press is also different, depending on the modification, functionality, and is between 8 kg and 16 kg.

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How does the domestic ironing press work?

All works that are performed by means of such techniques as an ironing press, it is more correct to call it not ironing, namely pressing. In the process of such heat treatment there is no deformation of the garments, spots and tightening are not formed.

Application technology for the

The heat treatment process itself is as follows:

• On the ironing surface, place the laundry.
• Straighten all the wrinkles.
• Use the handle to lower the heated plate. When heated, the material of the product will become elastic, and as a result of the pressure created by the plates( up to 45 kg), all folds will be smoothed out.
• After the press is closed, a sigal sound is heard, indicating that the ironing is finished.
• Open the press and change things to new ones.

Important! According to the principle of action, the thermo-press can be of two types:

• Functioning in humidifying mode.
• Operates in steaming mode.

The type of functionality and the quality of the ironing performed will depend on the type of device you choose.

Basic ironing rules with a press:

1. Place the laundry properly ironed. Place the product on the platform, carefully spread it with your hands.
2. When processing a three-dimensional product, move it on yourself, as you iron it. Bedding with large volumes is folded two or four times.
3. Buttons, rivets, zippers and other sensitive parts, cover with a cloth.
4. If the laundry is heavily wrinkled, use a spray gun or cover the product with a damp cloth.
5. Do not press for longer than 10-15 seconds. If the laundry has not been smoothed over this period of time, then repeat the procedure better.
6. The embroidery and the monogram on the product should be placed face down, so that the relief does not lose its decoration.
7. Sleeves and darts press using a cushion, by placing it inside the sleeve or under the dart.
8. For knitted and woolen products, as well as things sewn from dark fabrics, apply a compression cloth when pressing.
9. For synthetic products, use the "Dry ironing" mode and low temperatures.

Additional operating instructions for

Depending on the type of device, it is necessary to take into account some features of the operation:

1. Before working with the simplest devices, without humidification and steam, things must be moistened by yourself. And only after such processing the products are laid on the lower surface of the unit and pressed down by the heating platform.
2. The ironing press with humidification mode has a built-in water sprinkler. The pressing process itself is the same as in the previous case.
3. On ironing devices with a steam generator, steaming takes place during moisture ingress on the heating element when the upper ironing platform is lowered. The steam generator itself can be built-in both the top plate and the lower platform, but the last option is more expensive. When pressed on devices with a steam generator, perfectly ironed things are obtained. In addition, if you want, you can set parameters - both for work with steam and for dry ironing.

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Applications

The ironing press combines two functions: an ironing board and an iron with steam. With it, you can perform the following procedures:

• Steam iron ironing.
• Dry ironing of synthetic products.
• Ironing with cloth, woolen and knitwear.
• Bonding of thermo-applications, non-woven fabric and other materials.

Uniquely useful such a device and in the following situations:

1. Irreplaceable ironing press for ironing large things: curtains, bed linen, coats and jackets.
2. In the house with a baby, where every day you have to iron a bunch of diapers, the ironing press will become an excellent assistant to a young mother.
3. If you are sewing or knitting, the thermo-press will help to evaporate not only individual parts, but also entire products. After steaming, knitted things acquire a special softness and fluffiness.

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Ironing presses and rollers - alternative to iron

Specialized electric trouser presses deserve special attention:

1. The device can be attached to a wall or placed on the floor.
2. The working surface of the device is capable of heating up to 50-60 degrees, which is enough for ironing trousers.

Important! If you have such a device at home, the pants will always look perfect, and the arrows will amaze with their "sharpness".

Rollers

Another device that allows you to do without iron is the ironing wheel. And if the presses are good for ironing shaped furs, trousers, t-shirts, underwear, then the rollers are designed for volumetric direct laundry, for example, ironing duvet covers, pillowcases, towels and curtains.

Rollers are of two types:

• Gutter.
• Calender.

Two types of devices differ in their design, the way they pass the laundry. To determine what is best - you can take into account such nuances:

1. The trough devices are simpler, since they are equipped with one shaft and one heating element, and calender ones are equipped with several shafts, and therefore are more efficient.
2. However, calender rollers are not used in everyday life, they are professional equipment, and their size reaches the area of ​​the room. Such devices are used mainly in laundries, where in one hour they are able to iron up to 120-200 kg of laundry.
3. Roller skates are structurally more simple and are used in home use, for example, if you have a country house with many rooms, and guests are always there, then a small roller for ironing bed linen and three-dimensional interior items will be a wonderful find.

Important! In addition to ironing, rollers are also able to dry clothes.

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Choosing an ironing press for the house

Before rushing to buy a press for ironing, read the advice of specialists.

Tips for choosing:

1. Before buying a device, determine which ironing you prefer: with or without steam.
2. After choosing the operating principle of the device, you need to determine the size and dimensions. Here everything depends on the housing conditions and the size of the laundry, which is supposed to be ironed on a thermo-press. Compact devices save space, they are easy to move, get and clean, but work on them will have longer.
3. Short and wide press - a good solution for ironing T-shirts, T-shirts, skirts, children's clothes and applying thermal applications, but for trousers it is important not only the width, but also the length.
4. When choosing a model electronic or mechanical, remember that the price of ironing electronic devices is much higher, but they are equipped with an auto-shutdown and an overheating protection system.
5. The efficiency of the device is directly dependent on the power. The more powerful the press, the faster it reaches the operating temperature, the steam production rate is also higher. If the budget allows, then get a 2200-watt model.
6. The weight parameter matters. The average weight of the device is 8-16 kg, so if you plan to often transfer the unit, then give preference to easier models.
7. The pressure exerted by the surface on the fabric plays an important role. The pressing force, as a rule, is in the range of 45-50 kg, but in some models it reaches 60 kg. For thin and delicate tissues, the pressure should be reduced to 30 kg.
8. Note also the material for the manufacture of the lower and upper surfaces. If cotton or heat-resistant synthetics can be washed and periodically changed, then the ironing surface, most often, is bare aluminum. And over time, metal surfaces form a deposit, which must be cleaned from time to time. This defect is devoid of Teflon, which increases the efficiency of ironing and reduces the wear of the fabric. However, this polymer wears out faster than aluminum.
9. The control unit is the brain of the device. On the control unit, using sensors and indicators, all information about the current status of the device is displayed:
   • The power indicator indicates readiness for operation.
   • The lever-amplifier instantly supplies steam.
   • The thermostat allows you to adjust the temperature of the top plate. For each type of tissue exhibits its own temperature. Usually thermo-presses can set the temperature for 5 types of fabric: cotton, linen, wool, silk, nylon.
   • Steam switch - provides steam to the surface of the device.
   • The indicator light indicates the need to replace the antimineral cartridge.
   • Auto power off helps to avoid a lot of problems.
   • A beep informs you when the ironing shoe is raised.
10. The availability of additional accessories is an important plus. Some manufacturers to the basic equipment add cords, spray guns, others - spare antimineralnye cartridges and spare covers. But necessarily additional accessories should be added: a small pillow, a sleeve attachment or a sleeve, or even two - one is shorter, the other is more authentic. These accessories make it possible to iron complex shapes with a press.
11. Pay attention to the manufacturer of household appliances. The most popular on the market:
    • The French manufacturer Domena, perhaps, is the most popular brand, as the technology is presented in any price category.
    • The Swiss brand Elna produces both sewing and ironing equipment. Among the advantages: a variety of colors, reliability, convenient control panel. However, the prices for technology are high with modest technical characteristics.
    • The Italian MIE press line is known for its high quality and dignified technical characteristics.
    • Russian trademark "Grandmaster", but the production is Chinese. Presses of this brand are a good choice for those who appreciate the balance of productivity and price.

We hope that the information obtained in this article will help you choose an alternative ironing machine that will handle a heap of laundry in minutes and without extra effort. And the time you can spend on more interesting activities.