I finally HAD it with my leaking Rowenta and bought a Reliable iron:
http://www.amazon.com/Velocity-V50-C...9218511&sr=1-2
I have had it over a month and, so far so good. It uses a lot of water but it steams like no tomorrow! It automatically shuts off after 8 mins. of unuse but you can bypass it. It is wonderful for pressing fabric but it's a blessing for ironing my husband's work clothes.