2torial #0476: Learn2 Iron a Shirt (Continued) Prepare ironing board and iron First, stand up the ironing board near an electrial outlet. Be sure there is enough slack in the power cord to move the iron freely. Next, follow these steps: Fill up the iron with water in the designated spout (if it has one). This will help steam press your shirt.   Plug in the iron and set the fabric dial to "Cotton" (or other appropriate setting). Be careful: the further the dial goes to the right, the hotter the iron gets. Irons that are too hot can ruin a shirt. A tag usually found at the back of the collar indicates the type of fabric.   Stand the iron upright so the hot area does not sit on the ironing board. Never leave the iron sitting face down on the board, as it will quickly burn whatever is below it.   Wait a few minutes for the iron to heat up.   Flick a few drops of water onto the bottom of the iron. If it sizzles, it's ready. Step 2