1.

The common problem of the Iron was stated. The possible causes also stated and the
idea was suggested to solve the problems.

Problem

Possible Causes

Solutions

Iron cannot hot

Heating elements are

broken

Change heating
elements

Iron does not work

Fuse is defective

Change the new fuse

Temperature not
function

Contactor is broken

Buy a new set of

thermostat

The iron heats but

steams improperly

The vents congestion

The iron sticks to

fabric

The sole plate have

dirt

Inspect the soleplate

and clean the vents
and flush sediment
out of the steam
chamber.
Clean or repair the
sole plate

The iron produces too

much or too little heat

Electrical cord or
thermostat not
function properly

Test the electrical

cord and if needed,
adjust calibration of
the thermostat

Table 5: Problem, causes and solutions

LABELED EXPLODED
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COMPONENT VIEW PART

Copper plate

Handle

Plastic Cover Bottom

temperature control

Thermostat

Power supply cord

water tank(for stim)

Bimetal plate

Heating element
LABELED PART:
1) Handle
2) Screw
3) Water tank
4) Plastic cover
5) Thermostat
6) Bimetal plate
7) Heating element
8) Copper plate
9) Power supply cord
10) Pilot lamp
11)
Temperature control