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| Rowenta DW8080 Pro Master Iron |  | Brand: Rowenta
List Price: $125.00
Buy New: $89.99
as of 7/31/2010 18:52 EDT details
You Save: $35.01 (28%)
Rating:  10 reviews
Color: Terracotta
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.4
Dimensions (in): 12.6 x 5.7 x 7.1
MPN: DW8080003
Model: DW8080
UPC: 014501162082
EAN: 0014501162082
ASIN: B00305H9U6
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 1700 Watts of power; 3 -Way Smart Automatic Shut Off; Variable Steam, Burst of Steam, Vertical Steam and Cool Mist Spray allowing steam output to be adjusted | | • | Full metal shield; Microsteam 400 Precision Soleplate- highly polished stainless steel for excellent glide and resistance. High Precision Tip-perfect for hard to reach areas | | • | Easy to fill extra large 12.7oz water tank; Self Clean System flushes out loose mineral deposits; Anti Calc System helps extend the life of the iron | | • | Anti Drip System prevents leaking when thermostat is on a low setting | | • | Comfortable, ergonomic handle; 7 foot electrical cord with 360 degree pivot |
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Product Description
Rowenta, 1700W, Pro Master Iron, Mircosteam 400 Stainless Steel Soleplate, Extra Long Burst of Steam, Anti-Drip System, 3 Way Auto Shut Off, Self Cleaning, 12.7 OZ Water Tank, 7' Extra Long Power Cord, Made In Germany.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 10
 What a disappointment! July 29, 2010
P. Sams (Georgia, USA)
I replaced an old Rowenta iron with this one. I loved the old iron and was saddened that I could not replace it with the same model. The ProMaster was the closest one I could find for a replacement or at least I thought it was going to be close. What a disappointment - I hate this iron. The handle is too large to fit my hand comfortably. By the time I have ironed two items, my hand is sore and hurting. The 360 degree rotating cord gets in the way and hits the arm as you iron. The cover for the water reservoir is difficult to open and it is difficult to see the level of the water in that reservoir. Once the iron is hot, it is a challenge to open the cover without getting burned. And you need to be prepared to fill this often during ironing. Once the level is about half full, the iron stops steaming like it does when it is completely full. You either have to fill it often or use the burst of steam to get good steaming results at that not so full level. You need to be sure you have an open grid ironing board because when the iron is steaming a lot, the steam will come up at you if it has no other place to go. Even with this you need to be careful or you will get burned from the steam. However, there is a problem with the open grid board. The steam will sometimes be so much that you have water on the floor underneath the board. The only reason I gave this iron a one star is that I like the shape of the soleplate and the safety turn-off features seem to work correctly. These two points are not enough for me to even semi-like this iron. Right now, I cannot decide if I want this iron to last awhile (so that I feel I am getting my money from it) or if I want it to die, so that I have an excuse (other than I hate it) to buy another. Anyone who has already purchased this iron, I hope you are happier with it than I am.
 Works great for me! July 28, 2010
Sunny (California)
I read all the reviews online before purchasing the Pro Master. In fact, the first Rowenta iron I bought 'spit' too much, so I took it back and bought this one. I am very pleased! It really does a great job and makes ironing easier, as you only have to go over a garment once, not back and forth. I bought spring water at the grocery store for a buck and use that. No problem! I have not noticed any heaviness, but I noticed I used to press down on my iron as I ironed. Now, that's not necessary. Haven't noticed any pitching forward as others noted. As for the cord, it's long enough, but my plug is a bit far, so I just connected it to an extension cord. I would recommend the Pro Master over the other Rowenta irons. I do love it! ~Linda
Steam Iron July 20, 2010
Xpert1 (Pueblo West, CO)
Wow. You will not believe the German quality and ease of ironing or amount of steam from this Iron. If you are tired of the inferior quality of irons that don't last, or don't work that well, then treat yourself to a truly well engineered steam iron. Be sure to read the instructions and use regular tap water, not distilled!. This iron is the finest steam iron anywhere, period. The German made model DW8080 ProMaster is the model of choice for wise consumers.
Simply the best!!! July 7, 2010
Mary Lou H. (Indiana)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Rather than copy Cynthia's review of February 4, 2010, I'll just save space and start my review by saying 'Ditto!!!'.
Following her advice, I made sure that I got the iron marked 'Germany' and fully agree with all of her positive comments.
Regarding the negatives, I'd like to qualify them by saying that from my experience, although you do have to press down a bit to close the cover after you add water, it isn't something you must struggle with. Also, the iron is heavy when filled with water and when my arthritis is acting up, I merely fill it only half full. This solves the weight problem. I see the overall weight as an asset since I don't have to press down on the iron to smooth the fabric. Between the many steam vents and the weight, my ironing time has been cut down by at least 1/3! As for the amount of steam produced, I didn't experience the problem another reviewer had. My iron produces sufficient steam to iron 100% cotton slacks wrinkle free, and without even moving the little lever to the maximum setting. I'd suggest to anyone who has a problem with inadequate steaming, that they try using cheap grocery store 'spring water' in their iron. Often water from the faucet doesn't have enough minerals and this iron's steaming mechanism requires them in order to function efficiently.
Although this iron is pricy, I'd definitely recommend it. As far as I'm concerned, it's worth evey penny!
The best irons are German July 6, 2010
amtoro
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have no idea how I ironed my clothes for years with a Black and Decker iron and did not go absolutely insane in the process. This Rowenta is a wonderful appliance, it does the narrow areas with ease, it is fast, has lots of steam and glides very nicely on synthetics.
The only slightly annoying thing would be the power cord, this for two reasons that refer to the way ironing boards are made in Germany.
Their ironing boards have a cord minder, cord holder, etc, that keeps the power cord out of the way hanging from above; the Rowenta iron's cord is made out of a nice-to-the-touch soft rubber that does not slide on anything, the ironing board's edge, the clothes, etc. it drags whatever it touches. Do yourself a favor an buy a foldable "cord minder", install it on the ironing board and solve the problem.
Also, some ironing boards in Germany have a power plug near the iron rest, and a power cord of their own that goes to the wall outlet, or in any case, the power outlets are higher and closer to you that in the US. For those reasons, I imagine, the iron's power cord is significantly shorter that the average ones. I installed an extension cord to the ironing board and secured it with zip-ties. just make sure that the cord is rated for 15A.
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