I have used the Classic iron for years. When one stopped working, I would buy another. The last one has the 3 way shut off and, for this reason, I am very dissatisfied with this iron. Because of this feature, it takes me twice as long to get the job done because it shuts off too much. I came here to learn if this feature remains and since it does, I will never buy another one. The instructions say to "tap" the iron to return it to the heat & steam but tapping does not work. I am tired of having to commit assault and battery on my iron to get it to work. Can the shut-off feature be by-passed by the owner?  If ever this feature is not on the iron, I would love to have another.