Iron Bork I500: instruction manual, reviews

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Any housewife will tell you that an iron is an indispensable household tool, but how do you choose the right one among the variety of models and prices on the market? For most men, and for many women, their eyes run wide, so the choice is often made based on the price, brand and appearance of the device. The German company Bork produces high-quality original kitchen and household appliances, including the Bork I500 iron. Prices for products and its own network of specialized stores indicate a premium class, but in such a matter as comfort, convenience and homeliness, you cannot save.

Description

As for the premium, this is, of course, too much, but the design of the iron is on top, you can’t argue. The comfortable handle, smooth lines of the body and temperature illumination are pleasing to the eye, and the balanced weight does not bother the hand too much. An alloy of aluminum and magnesium, protected on the outside by a durable anodized glass coating, as well as a powerful heating element - this is exactly what a modern iron should have. This outsole provides fast warm-up, weight savings and high scratch resistance.

An independent steam generator allows you to straighten wrinkles even on delicate silk and acrylic, because the steam power does not depend on the overall heating of the device. In addition, the device provides a vertical steaming function, which will undoubtedly please housewives. The “smart” iron Bork I500 reacts to touch: if you release the handle, the steam supply will automatically stop, and after 30 seconds the iron will turn off altogether and start to cool down. Add to this splendor a three-meter network cable with a secure swivel, and you get a handy assistant in everyday life.

First "steps"

Proper and careful use ensures long and trouble-free operation of household appliances, and the Bork I500 iron is no exception. The instruction manual, in addition to the standard rules for using household appliances and warnings about the danger, contains recommendations for the first use of the model and a description of the auto-off. 3 heating stop modes, accompanied by color indication, can save a careless user's favorite shirt. For the best experience when using a steam boost, manufacturers recommend first emptying a full water tank over a sink by cleaning the steam passages.

Use it right

It is best to connect the Bork I500 iron, the photo of which is attached, in a vertical position, in a horizontal position, auto-off may work. When turned on, the set of the temperature selected according to the mode will immediately begin. Illumination changes from blue to yellow, orange and redas higher temperatures are reached. To fill the water tank, unplug the appliance from the socket. The steam supply regulator is retracted to the zero position until it stops, after which you can open the water cover and place the iron on the soleplate. The measuring cup in the kit will help to pour the required volume, in the absence of such a container, you should be guided by the marks on the transparent plastic of the body.

Ideally, it is better to use distilled water, in its absence, ordinary tap water is also suitable. Beware of adding special anti-scale chemicals. Firstly, the built-in filter itself will cope with impurities, and secondly, chemicals can damage the metal of the sole and other parts that come into contact with steam. After filling the water tank, you need to close the lid and you can start working.

What attracts the Bork I500 iron?

Design, convenience and power are the first things that satisfied customers note in their reviews. Experienced housewives highly appreciated the function of the “smart” pen: in household chores, it is quite possible to forget to turn off a powerful device from the network, and this leads to increased electricity bills and wear on the device itself. If you use the Bork I500 iron as a gift for the elderly or forgetful people, the auto-off function becomes even more valuable.

Long cord - seems to be a trifle, but still nice, and the weight of the iron allows you to smooth out dense fabrics and does not tire your hands too much. The modern coating of the NanoGlass sole is very difficult to scratch even with metalbuttons and zippers, besides, it glides well on various types of fabric. The power of the steam generator also leaves a good impression of the iron.

Flaws

First of all, reviews note a high price compared to analogues, however, all Bork products do not fit into the budget category. Users cite an unstable upright position as another disadvantage, especially on soft ironing boards. These shortcomings cannot be called critical, and we will not consider isolated cases of obvious marriage.

Repair

Specialized service centers are obliged to eliminate possible breakdowns and production defects, but experienced home craftsmen themselves are able to repair any equipment. With such a case design, a problem may arise, how to disassemble the Bork I500 iron without breaking its parts? The main fasteners are described below:

• The first Phillips screw is hidden at the bottom of the iron, behind the soleplate. It holds the protective case cover. Under it, you can inspect the condition of the internal wiring.
• The rubber pad just below the power cord hides the 2 fasteners of the handle cover.
• Next, you need to carefully remove the steam power rotary switch, pull it all the way and remember the position.
• Pull slightly on the steam adjustment assembly to release the latches on the steam control buttons and pull them out.
• Under them is another screw that holds the handle, releasing which, you can inspect the condition of the wiring of the control elements.
• Underthe front sprinkler is a screw attaching to the sole, 2 more are located at the bottom at the very sole, under the cover unscrewed at the very beginning.
• Under the tank removed in this way are 3 screws that secure the case to the sole, one in the spout itself and 2 on the back sides.
• To completely release the sole from the case, you will have to carefully remove the terminal from the heating element.

Thus, you can already get to almost all the nodes of the iron and find out the cause of the breakdown.

Conclusions

Despite some negative reviews, in general, buyers are very satisfied with the purchase of this iron, and they speak of it quite positively. Some are sure that they will recommend it to their friends.