• Tefal FV4042 Ultraglide Steam Iron

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    Tefal UltraGlide Anti-Calc Plus Steam Iron FV5873
    3.9 from 28 reviews
    • Overview
    • Specifications & manuals
    • Reviews
    • Legendary service
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    • Questions & answers

    Overview

    Achieve incredible ironing results and long-lasting performance with the Tefal Ultraglide Steam Iron, bringing powerful steam and excellent crease removal to the ironing table. Powered by a 2400 watt heating element, the Ultraglide heats up rapidly, delivering a continuous steam output of up to 40 grams per minute. For more stubborn creases, the steam boost can supply up to 150 grams of steam per minute, easily permeating tougher fabrics and smoothing out troublesome wrinkles.

    With the precision tip on the soleplate, you can access hard to iron areas such as around buttons and underneath the collar. Get through your ironing quickly with more active steam holes on the base of the soleplate, for greater efficiency. And with an extra-large water tank, you’ll be able to complete more ironing before needing to refill.
    Durilium Autoclean Soleplate

    The soleplate is constructed from enamelled ceramic with an additional layer of palladium to aid gliding across all your fabrics. When the soleplate gets hot, oxidation occurs releasing any accumulated organic fibres when steam is released.

    Vertical Steam

    The iron can be used in a vertical position to steam creases and wrinkles out of curtains or hanging garments with the same efficiency and effectiveness as with horizontal ironing.

    Anti-Drip Function

    Whether you're ironing at high or low temperatures, this iron has been designed to prevent water stains and leakage while in use.

    Specifications & manuals

    key Specifications
    Brand
    Tefal
    Finish Colour
    White
    Model Number
    FV4042
    Power (W)
    2400 W
    warranty
    Manufacturer Warranty
    1 Year
    Use
    Not intended or designed for commercial use.
    other Features
    Features
    Durilium Technology soleplate ensures an effortless glide over fabrics
    Variable steam (up to 40g of steam per minute)
    Up to 150g of steam per minute for easy removal of stubborn creases
    2400W for fast heat-up
    Anti-drip prevents any water from dripping onto fabrics
    Easycord system keeps the cord out of the way whilst ironing
    Precision tip on soleplate for hard to reach areas (pockets and buttons)
    Auto-off for added safety
    Vertical steam
    Extra large water tank makes refilling easy
    safety Features
    Auto Power Off

    Reviews

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    Average customer rating

    Overall
    2.2
    Ease of setup
    5.0
    Build quality
    1.0
    Value of product
    3.0

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    1-3 of 12 reviews
    jose2021-04-27
    Soleplate is good
    The design of this iron is bad, surely by someone who never irons. It gave me a blister from a row of ridges and seam joining the plastic, where the edge of thumb has to grip. Also it should come with a warning - it is not safe to use with the usual iron rest on an ironing board, as it will fall. I bought it 3 months ago, have been waiting to use again, but need a table with woollen blanket so I can iron safely - even if I still get blister.
    OZHSV2022-01-10
    Makes ironing a breeze
    I bought this iron for my partner a year ago and used it for the first time today. I needed to iron some chino's in a hurry and I was done in a couple of minutes. The steam is so good I didnt even need to use the steam boost button. The soleplate is awesome. It just glides. It's nice and lightweight too. Highly recommend.
    Ash35792021-09-15
    Not heating
    I find myself searching 'how to' links. It is not heating and brand new. This was an online order and I am not happy. This is an iron and I should be able to complete my ironing as soon as it comes out of the box.

    Legendary service

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    You've got me hooked
    Janine, Southport, QLD
    Great Product, Great Price, Excellent Service
    Jerom, Shenton Park, WA
    Excellent work!
    Joseph, Edensor Park, NSW

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    Questions & answers

    Red lite flashing behind spray button. Aquaspeed iron. Jeppo · 2022-05-18
    Good Afternoon, Thank you for this product question, You have come through to Appliances Online an Online Retailer I'll try to assist you sounds like: • If the iron remains unused for more than 8 minutes on the heel rest or more than 30 seconds laid flat or on its side, the electronic system will cut the power, the iron will stop heating and the auto-stop indicator will begin to flash. If this is not the case best to chat directly with the supplier for further assistance I'll attach their contact number for you Ph: 1300-307-824. I hope this information will assist you when shopping here with us at Appliances online. Colin Jones, Appliances Online
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