At the opening, there is a test strip of the hardness of the water distribution network. Then, unpacks a pouring cup to put water in the iron. Finally iron, it is beautiful with a very contemporary design (a bit heavy but the grip is excellent). The power cord is of a good length, 2 m. It is anchored by an iron ball multidirectional effect, the power cord so easily turn on this axis.
Stickers placed on the iron come off easily without leaving traces.
I chose to test the iron with different materials: plastics, cotton and flax. I mixed everything making no pre-sorting (I crossed my fingers that the advertising is not misleading).
From the laying of iron means a little buzz of the sole in contact with the fabric then just slowly slide the iron on the fabric. The folds of the garments are easily removed even with damask linen or cotton, a joy. We feel the residual heat that heats the tissue was adapted to the quality of the fabric (phew advertising was not false).
I then gave this iron to test my daughter (she was 14) after I reassured (not steam jet did not leave threatening as with our central vapor calor); she took quickly on hand this tool safely and for her and the fabric since no temperature control or fabric quality is to perform.
I am delighted by this iron, my daughter will probably include less when he needs now to care for her clothes ... Really, I put it 5 stars and Philips thank you !!!!!