We tell how to clean the iron with vinegar and citric acid, and also how to do it right.
Most owners once faces an unpleasant problem: when ironing out of the iron, dirt stands out, which spoils clothes. One of the reasons for this is salt sediments, accumulating inside the device. They can affect the operation of the device. We tell how to clean the iron from scale inside to avoid these problems.
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Causes of scale
Often in the instructions from the manufacturer it is written that only distilled water can be poured into the iron capacity. Many do not pay attention to this recommendation, and in vain. Due to tap water, even if it was filtered, inside the device and in the holes the soles accumulates. It consists of mineral deposits (salts of calcium and magnesium). These substances effectively dissolve the acids, so it is worth cleaning the device with means based on them.
It is possible to understand that it is time to clean the device, it is possible for dirty water and rust, which he began to produce. If you have noticed more than once that the device is dirting things, then it is necessary to carry out the cleaning procedure as soon as possible. The fact is that stains from scale on some types of materials can be removed almost impossible. Plus, if you postpone cleaning, you can spoil the device: the salts simply score holes, the device will stop working. Its repair will cost expensive, and buying a new one will cost an even more. Therefore, it is better to clean the cleaning timely. How and what to do this, tell on.
Self-cleaning function
Clean the iron from scale at home is very simple if it has a self-cleaning function. Therefore, before using any means, learn in detail instructions for your model. And also see what is written on the case and control panel. Modern models usually equip this feature: the device itself can get rid of deposits. Some devices also have a mode that follows the amount of plaque inside: as soon as it becomes too large, it is noticing about this owner with a sound signal or a flashing light bulb.The instructions should be written in detail how to use self-cleaning mode. This process is usually as follows, it is quite simple.
- Fill water into the tank and warm up the device. In such a state, the instrument must be kept on any capacity, for example, a large mission, a pelvic, a bucket or just over the sink. The device must be tilted with a narrow part of the sole down.
- Then turn on the cleaning function. At this time, the liquid from the device together with contaminants will exist outside. After the end of the mode is completed, it is necessary to wash the reservoir with clean water.
- After swinging the device to dryness with a towel or paper napkins and let it cool. Do not start ironing immediately after the procedure: the sole will be very hot and can damage things.
How to rinse the iron from scale people
To extradite deposits inside the reservoir can be reservoir, which will certainly find in any kitchen.
Vinegar
Mix vinegar 9% and water in proportion 1: 1. The resulting solution fill the device capacity by one third. Put the iron vertically and turn on the maximum heating. Leave it in this position for 5-10 minutes. At this time, the device will work in normal mode: to periodically turn off, and then it is not necessary to warm up again - it is not necessary to interfere with it.
After the desired time interval expires, turn the device with the sole window down above the sink or pelvis and turn on the silence mode by pressing the button. Together with the ferry will go rusty liquid. Continue clean until the drops on the sole will stop appearing.
Next, fill the tank with clean water, turn on the heating mode to the maximum. At this stage, it is necessary to get rid of the remnants of the cleaning solution. Repeat the procedure over the capacity again: Turn the out sole, turn on the mode of the pair. You do not need to empty the reservoir. Just pour the remaining water and wipe the device with napkins or towel.
Lemon acid
Clean the iron from scale inside can be lemon acid. You will need a small bag with powder (do not take more than 25 g). It must be dissolved in a glass of pure and warm water. Carefully stir the liquid: the grains and the residue must disappear, and the contents of the glass - become completely transparent.
The resulting solution will fill in the tank, then heighte the device to the maximum. Put vertically and leave for 5-10 minutes. Next, you need to repeat the procedure from the previous paragraph: Tilt the device horizontally over the sink or other capacity, turn on the silence mode and give dirt and rust to exit through the holes in the sole. Then pour ordinary water, warm up again and release steam a couple of times to remove lemonic acid residues. After pouring the contents of the reservoir in the sink and dry the body with a towel.
How to clean the steam iron from scandal
If people did not cope or you do not want to use them, you can buy a means of scale for irons in the store. There are different options, the most famous species are listed below. Prices for money are different, so choose the appropriate to your budget. It will not be superfluous to read reviews of other people before buying: perhaps cheaper drugs coped much better than expensive.Pencil
This is one of the most popular funds that can be found in almost any economic store. It is necessary to use it in the following way: in the tank of the device you need to pour water, then warm it up by selecting the mode of operation with the highest temperature. When the sole is fascinated, it is necessary to put a pencil on it, after waiting until the composition starts to melt. Then you should often press the steam release button. Thus, the holes of the instrument and its surface are gradually cleaned from the means along with mud and a raid.
Powders
Upon use, this tool is similar to vinegar or citric acid. It is necessary to take the drug and breed it in clean water. The proportion is as follows: 1/2 tablespoon powder for 1 cup of liquid. The finished solution is poured into the tank of the device, it is cut the iron to the maximum temperature. Then you need to give it to cool. As soon as the sole becomes cold, the used solution is poured from the tank and is washed with clean water.Liquid means
Clean the iron-steam generator from scale, as a rule, can be liquid tools that are specifically designed to remove deposits in kettles and coffee makers. The cleaning scheme is already familiar: it is necessary to warm up the iron to the maximum temperature, putting it vertically. Then take a pipette or syringe and carefully pour the drug into the tank. Then turn on steam mode. You will see how it gradually on the sole drops with rust and mud. They should be erased with napkins or give a drain into the sink or other capacity.
After you need to fill the reservoir with clean water, to once again use the pair function to completely remove the chemical. Then pour water, rinse under running water tank and wipe dry.
