Rowenta DX-9800 Perfect Steam Iron

Posted on 20 December 2009 by


Product Description
Glide over any fabric smooth as silk thanks to the silicate coating on the soleplate. Penetrate even heavy fabrics with the burst of steam function. Steam iron from a vertical position if you like. This iron also features a temperature control sensor – this means that if you set the dial for synthetics it will let you know with a colored signal when the iron is too cold, too hot, or just right for synthetics. Goldilocks might like this iron…Amazon.com Review
Since the first Rowenta iron in 1912, the company’s clothing-care products have been on the forefront of innovative technology. The 1600-watt Perfect Steam iron continues Rowenta’s exacting standards with top-shelf construction and truly helpful features. Designed to iron dry or with variable steam, the iron has fine-tunable settings that let you choose heat according to fabric type, then set the steam level. The Intra-Steam system pushes horizontal steam deep into fabric. The iron also steams vertically for hanging clothes and draperies. A steam-burst button lets you blast stubborn wrinkles, and a spray function spritzes fabric as you go. Equipped with LED indicator lights, the handle-mounted electronic temperature control indicates when the soleplate is ready, too hot, too cool, or in automatic shut-off mode. All controls are easy to set, sturdy in construction, and unlikely to slip.

The Perfect Steam comes with a platinum soleplate for effortless glide and incredible durability. It has a sleek teardrop shape, a full-length button channel, and an anti-drip design. Rowenta also equips the iron with three-way automatic shut-off: after 8 minutes if left vertically, 30 seconds if left horizontally, and 30 seconds if tipped over. Large and comfortable in the hand, the iron holds up to 13 ounces of water at a time in a translucent tank. The tank’s opening is among the cleverest on the market–a tidy lid pushes in for filling and releases for closure. The iron also comes with an anti-calc system to trap scale and deposits that could interfere with its performance. Measuring 12 by 5 by 6-3/4 inches, the Perfect Steam is made in Germany, and has a full one-year warranty. –Emily Bedard

From the Manufacturer

The DX-9800 has been engineered around major technical innovations of the three core functions of an iron: heat, steam, and the soleplate. The Intra Steam system “pulses” the steam, creating the perfect cycle of steam and pressing. The Thermo Control system uses an electronic sensor that measures and maintains an even temperature in the soleplate.  The Platinium soleplate combines outstanding glide and non-stick, non-scratch properties. Its stainless steel core coated with ultra-thin silicate coating for a tougher, smoother surface with excellent non-stick and non-scratch properties. 

The Next Level in Irons

The revolutionary Intra Steam system forces pressurized steam deep into the garment, “pulsing” the steam at regular intervals for the perfect cycle of steam and pressing. The DX-9800 has a number of other features designed to make ironing easier and more successful. The iron’s Thermo Control is an advanced electronic thermostat for accurate control of soleplate temperature. Also, the Anti-Drip function helps prevent spitting and leaking when thermostat is on a low setting, while the Anti Calc function neutralizes harmful minerals, extending the life of the iron, and the burst of vertical steam feature provides effective wrinkle removal on all types of fabrics.

This iron, like all Rowenta irons, is ergonomically designed for comfort, with thumb grips and index finger grooves, and easily used by both left and right handed user,. Its new comfort handles is soft and resilient, with silicon rubber pads that provide support and relieve pressure at key contact points between hand and handle. The non-slip texture and pattern provides a firm grip for precision control.

Features

  • Watts:  1600
  • Weight: 4 lbs.
  • Water Tank Capacity:  13 oz.
  • Dimensions:  12 by 5 by 6-3/4 inches
  • Vertical steam
  • Burst and mist
  • Anti-drip
  • Anti-skid bumpers
  • Long life system
  • Comfort handle
  • Covered filling inlet
    Rowenta DX-9800 Perfect Steam Iron

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5 Comments For This Post

  1. L. Bradley Says:

    Well I bought this iron based on all the other great reviews. However, I bought it mainly to iron my Calvin Klein bedding as my old iron was just awful. Anyway, this iron did a better job but the creases are so stubborn….Hence to say I am $126 out of pocket and still have creased bedding! If anyone has any tips I would LOVE to hear them!
    Rating: 3 / 5

  2. Lance Schultz Says:

    So far so good. I have only used the iron once, but am very impressed with its power. It cuts ironing time in half. I know the other reviews say that it has a short life, so I am still reserving some comments until I have had it that long and can see for myself.
    Rating: 5 / 5

  3. John Pribil Says:

    Just the best, heats up quickly, plenty of steam, for someone who irons his own shirts, this is the best iron ever.
    Rating: 5 / 5

  4. Stitchnancy Says:

    I was uncertain about spending this amount of money on an iron…but it is definately worth it. The steam is unbelievable….I was able to get wrinkles out of items that were hanging on a hanger…and really needed to go the dry cleaners. Great supply of water in the tank for steaming. Worth the price.
    Rating: 5 / 5

  5. Molly Pickett-Harner Says:

    I’ve seen this iron at numerous stores, catalogues, web sites (even Rowenta’s own site), but NEVER at $175.00. It’s consistently listed at $139.00

    J&R Music and Computer World ought to be ashamed for this deceptive price inflation in order for their “discount” to appear sizeable.
    Rating: 5 / 5

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