Introduction
If the metal soleplate on the Rowenta Focus DW5080 becomes corroded due to mineral build up, or it will not heat up, it needs to be replaced. This guide provides instructions for the soleplate, (metal plate that forms the base of the iron) replacement.
The user needs to make sure that the iron is off and not hot before replacing the soleplate or they could be burned.
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Pry the back cover of the iron off using a metal spudger.
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Remove the back cover, exposing the wiring in the iron.
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Remove the 4-pronged adaptor from inside the iron by grabbing the black plastic piece and pulling straight out.
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Insert the metal spudger into the space between the spray/steam button piece and the rest of the iron.
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Using the metal spudger for leverage, pry the piece away from the rest of the iron until it can be lifted out.
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Lift out the piece.
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Unhook the clips on the top of the metal piece.
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Using the metal spudger, remove the metal piece on the tip of the iron.
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Using the T20 screwdriver, remove the 20 mm screw that was under the metal piece on the tip of the iron.
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Using the T20 screwdriver, remove the two 20 mm screws on either side of the back of the iron.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
