Title: Poor Life Span
Product review: Two major problems:The rubber seal that comes with system split the fourth time I used it. I took the seal to the local hardware store and bought three replacements for $1.00 and almost a year later, the first onestill feels like new.The rubber tube inside the iron that connects from the hose to the iron steam tank died after 18 months and I replaced it with an automotive high temp silicone tube. That died after six months - am now on my third tube. Replacing these tubes is a real PITA, not recommended for anyone short of a 9 on a 10 scale ability to repair electrical appliances. I have all of the tools and it still is difficult.DeLonghi/Fox International does not carry parts for this iron, so you are stuck.One functional design I don't like is the inability to see how full the tank is. You have to be careful filling with the funnel, slowing down the flow until you can see the water. Otherwise, over the top it comes!
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