20 Most Recent Euro-Pro EP1010 Iron - Page 6 Questions & Answers

check thermostat first

I am not familiar with the model but I have dismantled a fair number of steam irons - manufacturers are invariably devious in hiding the screws and generally the more modern the iron the fewer are the screws. Over the years I have needed to prise off various pieces of trim to reveal screws - commonly there has been one revealed by removing the temperature control knob. The last one was held together by only two screws accessed after removing the rear terminal cover. The cable had to be removed and the terminal screws - then the rear of the upper shell would lift far enough to clear all obstructions and be pushed forward to release the front and then lifted clear.

you won't unless you install a switch in line of the power cord. in other words put a switch on the cord. You can get them just about any where ACE walmart Home depot.The reason it's doing that is because the heating element is being told to heat up right away. it's not going to hurt anything. it is a good idea to have a switch though

No screw under my button to reel the cord back in...looks like there is black "gunk" inside the cord storage area...any other suggestions

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check and test switch and wiring

not repairable junk it and get a new iron

Press the self clean button , hold it there, and gently move the iron to and fro, over the basin or bowel. CAUTION: Keep clear of the escaping water and steam. Water and steam will wash scale and dust through the soleplate, and into the basin or bowl. When the water tank is empty, release the self clean button . https://au.russellhobbs.com/pdf/19840au_-_colour_control_iron.pdf

Use a steam iron or coffee machine descaler powder or liquid.

it could be a bad connection, a bad switch or a bad heating element. It must be disassembled to determine what the problem is. You might look up your model on a parts site and see if they have a breakdown picture. If they do not and do not sell parts, you have your answer. They are considered throw aways.

sometimes the bottom plate can be cleaned. they make polish for that. Normally, it isn't replaceable. The iron will have to come apart to replace the wire. I would not use it until you do as the loose wire might contact the case and then what would you do. Light up?

indicator

When cords won't retract, it's usually because they were pulled out too far, ie: past the red line on the cord. Retractable cords have a limit to how far they can be pulled out in order for the spring to be able to "rewind" them back. On products with retractable cords, they have a red line near the base of the cord to warn you to stop.

Given the linked advertisement, I would say yes. Check compatibility. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tefal-Cap-Fastening-Tank-Steam-Iron-Aquaspeed-150-155-FV5150-FV5156-Fv-/183084531452 You might also query this site: https://www.t-falusa.com/accessories-store/Products/Linen-care/Steam-iron/csc/SteamIronSub

This is not possible easily. You may have to make it with a piece of nylon. A lath mechanic can do it.

It sounds like you may have a possible direct short inside the iron. I would suggest either take it to an electric appliance repair shop or return it as being defective. If the problem still exists have your electrical outlet checked by a professional electrician.

need to get a meter and test switch wiring or element

Generally they do not provide repair parts for this type of appliance