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Shark Rapido GI468
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$29.86 - $59.99
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Summary: This Shark Steam Irons was Very Good in overall performance Iron has Auto Shutoff which is a safety feature that powers the iron down when left stationary for a short time, Has a Sole Plate made of Stainless steel. Iron has a Self-Clean feature. Has ready light to indicate that iron is up to temperature.
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Type: Steam Irons--Conventional
About - Shark Rapido GI468

The Shark Rapido GI468 is part of the steam iron test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, steam iron models like the Rapido GI468 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Steaming rate:
Steaming is calculated over a period of 10 minutes, except for the cordless which are evaluated over a 3 minute period.

Ironing fabric:
Based on: ironing a linen table cloth, thermostat set point, temperature swing and uniformity of soleplate thermal pattern.

Ease of use:
Rates a number of factors, including how easy it was to set, fill, and empty the iron, and to see water levels and markings and indicator lights. Other factors include leaking and how well the iron steamed at low settings.
Features & Specs - Shark Rapido GI468
info Digital display Yes
info Weight (lbs.) 2.7
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User Reviews - Shark Rapido GI468
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1.0
Leaks Water
2/24/2012
Pros
Cheap
Cons
Leaks Water
Not Effective
Short Life 7 months
Best Uses
At Home
Dorm Room
Comment:
Was doing ok until today. Now I put in water to the max level, turned it on, and water started gushing/steaming out of the pours of the iron. Weird.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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1.0
Waste of money
12/8/2011
Pros
Cons
Not Effective
Best Uses
Comment:
This iron is not worth buying. The temperature setting button is too close to the steam button, therefore when using steam it continously changes the temperature of the iron. Very inconvient and aggravating. No common sense was applied when this iron was designed. A waste of money.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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1.0
Don't buy!
10/31/2011
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
Leaks water all over the clothes every time. Died after only a year.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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