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DeLonghi Stiromeglio Compact PRO 300 Ironing System with Pressurized Boiler | 
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| Brand: DeLonghi
List Price: $275.00
Buy New: $199.99
You Save: $75.01 (27%)
Rating:  26 reviews
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11.9
Dimensions (in): 10 x 13 x 12
MPN: PRO300
Model: PRO300
UPC: 044387333009
EAN: 0044387333009
ASIN: B000B76MEA
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Steam iron with pressurized boiler for quick ironing and professional treatment from DeLonghi | | • | Heavy-duty aluminum soleplate with satin finish for effortless ironing motion; adjustable thermostat and steam emission | | • | Boiler crafted with stainless-steel top and super-alloy bottom for enhanced heat production; operates well with tap water | | • | Adapts for right- and left-handed users, as well as for vertical steaming with drapes or fabric wallpaper | | • | The ironing system weighs 13 pounds upon shipping; 3-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
1 liter boiler for approximately 2 hours of ironing time / 3.5 BAR pressure to guarantee professional results / Heavy Aluminum Soleplate Separate switches for boiler and iron with indicator lights Steam control knob to control the emission of steam depending on the fabric Power cord is adjustable for right- or left-handed users Professional cork handle for a comfortable grip Continuous steam lock button on the handle Vertican steam position to steam curtains, dresses, suits, etc. Designed and engineered in Italy
Amazon.com Review
Steam away creases in a badly crumpled shirt with the Compact Pro 300 Ironing System from Italian home appliance giant DeLonghi. The iron improves upon previous steam irons with its enhanced pressurized boiler, constructed to convert even harsh tap water into steam. With an adjustable thermostat and varying steam levels, the professional ironing system accommodates a wide variety of fabrics, ranging from delicate silks to cotton and linen. The well-designed iron handle adapts for left- and right-handed users alike. The steam iron features a heavy-duty aluminum soleplate with a polished satin finish for snag-free, smooth ironing with even heat distribution. DeLonghi crafted the boiler in two materials to extend its steam conversion capacities, using stainless-steel construction in the upper portion and a super-alloy bottom. For greater thermal heat, the boiler tank is molded to enable the heating to rest within the bottom. The tank holds up to 1 liter of water for 2 hours of steam ironing. Users grip the ergonomically friendly cork handle to operate the iron. The ironing system also adjusts to steam vertically for curtains and hanging items. As with all electrical appliances, read the enclosed warnings and user guidelines for the steam iron before use. This item is covered by a limited three-year warranty and weighs 13 pounds upon shipping. --Jessica Reuling
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 DeLonghi Stiromeglio Compact Pro 300 September 3, 2008
B. Sorensen
DeLonghi Stiromeglio Compact PRO 300 Ironing System with Pressurized Boiler
I have owned the Rowenta Expert Steam Generators that I have loved, loved, loved. The first one worked for about 4 years and then stopped steaming. It seemed like the button on the handle was locked or broken. I sent it in for repairs and it was the broiler tank that had gone bad, the cost was about $90.00. It lasted about another 2 years and then quit working. I decided to try a different brand (the Delonghi Compact pro 300) Things I love about this is it is quiet. My old Rowenta was like a generator turning on and off when the boiler would heat up. The steam on the pro 300 is only on the tip of the iron, but there is a lot of steam. It just takes some time getting use to. The plug in cord is nice and heavy but is a little bit on the short side. The biggest draw back is that you can not see the water level. You have to use all the water in the tank before you can refill, but you have to wait for the iron to cool down about 20 minutes before refilling. I get busy and forget and then next time I go to use it there isn't any steam, so you have to turn it off and wait and fill the tank. The cost for one of these irons is well worth it. I use to go through 3 or 4 regular irons a year. You will never have to use a water bottle or starch again! big savings!!
 European style pressing August 13, 2008
Maria Romero (Coral Gables, FL United States)
These type of ironing systems can be frequently found European households; chances are you've seen one of these if you've traveled there extensively. This one provides powerful steam and very smooth glide - leagues ahead of most "American-style" household irons... but then again, the price is also leagues-ahead, so it better outperform them!
This is not for the ocassional user, but for serious crafters, seamstress or folks that are perfectionists about pressing. You will do better with this than your average dry cleaner pressing.
Get ready for the amount of heat generated and be careful with steam burns. I find that it can be too powerful for certain fabrics and that seams tend to get "marked" or fabrics shiny - get ready to use a cloth in between your fabric and the iron... and even still you will get some... exercise care.
 Great Product August 12, 2008
T. Skiff (San Francisco, CA USA)
This iron makes a chore a pleasure. I use a clear plastic tube to determine how much water is left before starting to assure I have enough to finish the project. I think they could have come up with a better way. Other than that, a great tool for the job.
Love this iron! August 3, 2008
Lani Ichikawa-ennis (Livermore, CA)
I'm a quilter and have always had problems with Rowenta, Shark, etc. spitting after a short while. Read all the reviews here on the DeLonghi and decided to try it. Why not? It comes with a 3 year warranty!
I just got this steam iron. So far I'm loving it!
The only complaint I would have is that the steam cord could be a bit longer.
The best iron ever! July 25, 2008
BabsP (Mansfield, MA USA)
I read all the reviews because I was deciding between the equivalent Rowenta and this iron. The only aprehension I had was about the business end of the iron - was it easy to maneuver or was it klutzy in the hand? It was difficult to determine from the picture. Since there was no mention of such a problem in the reviews, I had faith and went ahead. The minute I saw it I knew it was perfect. It could not be more graceful - not heavy at all, glides like satin and the steam is amazing.
My husband came into the room while I was pressing a tailored outfit I was making as a gift for my sister and he said "It smells like a tailor shop here". I said I love that smell and he said he does too!
Even if you have to stretch the budget, do it, buy this. It's an investment - one of the better ones these days!
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