Things You'll Need:
- White vinegar
- Mixing cup
- Funnel
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Step 1
Empty all of the water from the steam iron.
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Step 2
Mix 1/2 cup white vinegar with 1/2 cup water.
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Step 3
Fill Port in Steam IronPour the vinegar/water solution into the reservoir and set the switch to steam.
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Step 4
Allow the iron to emit steam for about four minutes.
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Step 5
Vents in Steam IronUsing a Q-tip or pipe cleaner, brush calcium particles from the vents.
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Step 6
Completely empty the reservoir and refill it with clean water. Allow the iron to steam for an additional four minutes, and then completely empty the reservoir.












