Before using the handheld steam garment steamer, you need to do some basic preparations first:
1. Add water:
Make sure the water tank of the garment steamer is full of water. It is best to use purified water or distilled water to avoid the minerals in the tap water from producing scale when heated, which will affect the service life of the garment steamer and the steam effect.
2. Preheating:
After adding water, plug in the power supply, press the start button, and wait for the machine to heat up. Usually, the handheld steam garment steamer only takes a few tens of seconds to complete preheating and prepare sufficient steam.
3. Choose the right steam gear:
Some garment steamers are equipped with different steam intensity settings. Choose the right steam gear according to the material of the clothes. For example, thin materials such as silk are suitable for low-grade steam, while heavy denim or wool are suitable for high-grade steam.
Keep the steam outlet distance: When using a handheld steam ironing machine, it is recommended to keep the steam outlet of the machine about 2-3 cm away from the surface of the clothes. Too close may cause the clothes to be soaked, and too far will not be concentrated enough to effectively remove wrinkles.
Move the steam head up and down: When removing wrinkles, slowly move the steam head from top to bottom and iron along the fiber direction of the clothes. This can not only quickly remove wrinkles on the surface, but also avoid damaging the fibers of the clothes.
Dealing with stubborn wrinkles: If you encounter particularly stubborn wrinkles, it is recommended to repeat the ironing several times and adjust the steam level appropriately. For thick fabrics, the steam spray time can be slightly extended to ensure that the steam fully penetrates the fibers.
3. Precautions during use
Avoid wet hands: When adding water or using, keep your hands as dry as possible to prevent safety issues such as electric shock caused by moisture.
Suitable for all materials: Handheld steam hanging irons are suitable for a variety of clothing materials, especially some materials that are not suitable for direct high-temperature irons, such as silk, chiffon, wool, etc.
Clean the hanging iron in time: After long-term use, scale may accumulate in the water tank and steam outlet of the hanging iron, affecting the steam injection effect. Regular cleaning with a mixture of vinegar and water can help extend the service life of the machine.
4. Summary
Using a handheld steam hanging iron to quickly remove wrinkles is a simple and efficient housework technique. With the correct use steps, you can not only quickly remove wrinkles on clothes, but also effectively protect the material and texture of clothes. Especially for people who need to go out frequently or keep decent clothes at home, a handheld steam hanging iron is undoubtedly an ideal tool. By using steam gears and operating techniques reasonably, you can easily keep your clothes flat and show your best image.