Question 1

Has anyone had the MIELE 990 without steam?  How does it compare in getting out wrinkles and speed?

Accepted Answer

I have had a model 890 for a good 10 years and I love it.  Not only does it do the job, but I find it very Zen. It is relaxing. I know of no differences between the 890 and the 990.

I have been looking for the steam model for many years and once drove 11 hours to buy one only to discover that the seller had mis-advertized it and it was, in fact, a 990. Arrrrggggh.

In the meantime, I use this sprayer set on "mist". It is the best I've found.

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Question 2

Please coul dyou tell me the gross weight?

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Hi, Andrea.  I think it's in the neighborhood of one hundred pounds though I couldn't swear to that.  I just received my Miele HM 16-80 last week and I'm in love with it.  It's very easy to set up and it's no problem at all to roll from place to place.  I keep mine in a closet and pull it out when I need it.  The weigh really isn't relevant to the operation unless you picture lifting it for some reason.  I looked at the Singer equivalent but there's no service to be had.  Miele is wonderful.  I called their customer service line twice in advance of ordering my rotary iron and ended up talking to real human beings who were actually helpful.  What a concept!

Question 3

does it have to be installed by electrician

Accepted Answer

The HM 16-80 does require a 240V 1 phase outlet.  I had a dedicated circut installed during new construction so I could use this model of Miele or a 240V steam iron.  Initial heating time and recovery time are much faster with 240 volts.  You could also use an electric dryer outlet (which are 240V) if it is nearby by changing the plug on the Miele cord or adding a companion outlet next to a dryer outlet that will accept the special plug (90 degree prongs).

Question 4

Has anyone used this to prepare fabric for sewing?  would it distort the fabric?  Is it suitable for various types of fabric (both woven and knit ect)

Accepted Answer

Any type of fine cloth can be ironed. I have ironed tens of 9 Yard Indian ornamental silk sarees of absolute fine quality cost in $2000 at my home. This will not hurt any cloth. My only suggestion to Miele is to provide a spare roller fabric for the price we paid for their large 220 volt unit.

ASIN	B00CWET2LA
Best Sellers Rank	#3,260,171 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #703 in Irons
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (24)
Included Components	Rotary Iron with Steam
Item Weight	86 pounds
Item model number	HM 16-80
Manufacturer	Miele
Number of pieces	1
Product Dimensions	15 x 38.75 x 37.75 inches
Warranty Description	1 year parts and labor.

Miele HM 16-80 Rotary Iron with Steam for Home and Small Business

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