6. I wait until the iron is cold before wrapping the cord around the handle and storing the iron because----. 7. Most irons have a thermostatic control. The iron I am using has settings for----. 8. The purpose of the thermostat is----. 9. These fabrics need high temperature.---- These fabrics need medium temperature.---- These fabrics need low temperature.---- 10. These fabrics need sprinkling.---- 11. The heat and smoothness of the sole plate smoothes the wrinkles. Pushing down on the handle or moving the iron rapidly only makes ironing hard work. I will iron slowly and steadily arranging and moving the garment with the left hand while guiding the iron with the right hand. (Or the other way for the left handed.) Yes No 12. I have watched an experienced person iron. Yes No 13. I have practiced on handkerchiefs, napkins and pillow cases. 14. Here is my record of ironing for one month. Month ---- Your Name ---- Date I have ironed: ---------+------------------------------------------------ | | Demonstrations You Can Give 1. Show a dry iron and a steam-and-dry iron. Tell the difference between them and when each is to be used. 2. Display garments that look nice because they have been ironed properly, and those that have been ironed improperly. Explain about the heat, thermostat, type of iron and why results differ. For More Information At a club meeting ask a parent to give a demonstration of ironing different articles. Some power suppliers or dealers have people who will demonstrate the proper way to iron, and how to care for irons. LESSON NO. B-9 Credit Points 2 LET'S BE FRIENDS WITH ELECTRICITY Plan a Hazard Hunt Electricity can be your important lifelong friend and helper, so you will want to know all you can about it and how to treat it properly. However, careless and improper use of electricity can do a lot of harm. Used properly, and treated with respect, electricity can do wonderful things to help you every day in many ways. For safe and proper use of electricity, all wiring, fittings, insulation, cords and plugs must be in good condition. You can be a detective and track down defects in any such type of electrical equipment that you may be using in your home or on your farm. When you find anything that is wrong, and know where it is, and know what to do about it, you can very likely correct the condition yourself, such as replacing a worn extension cord with a new one. If you find defects in permanent wiring, or some places where wires are bare or terminals are needed, you should tell your parents about them. SAFETY FIRST, remember, should always be on your mind when working with anything electrical. WHAT TO DO: _1. Have A Hazard Hunt_