The first U.S. Steamboat sailed up the Red River on this date in 1859.  Steam was soon being used for many things, from power generators to automobiles and at home steam irons took wrinkles out of clothes.  But over time, these wonderful inventions become clogged with mineral deposits causing them to sputter and spit. 

From deep within the Carey Brothers vault of hot tips, we bring answers to relieve the pressure, indeed.  Says here, when steam vents get clogged, drain water from the reservoir and refill it with white vinegar.  Since most irons only steam in the “ironing  position” and so you won’t have to stand there and hold it, turn the iron on and place it face down on the broiler pan from your oven.  The steam will pass right through the slots and collect in the pan below!  Later, use a pipe cleaner or toothpick to fully clear vent holes in the bottom plate and you’ll be steaming again, instead of getting steamed!