Smartek ST-X500, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...0 Features of the Steam Press 1 Safety Reminders 2 Parts ldentification 3 4 Steam Press Operation 5 9 Cleaning the Steam Press 10 Suggestion for Success 11 Use of the Pressing Cushion 12 Techniques for Pressing 13 14 Troubleshooting 15 16 CONTENTS ...

Page 2: ...ple dry and steam settings burst setting removes stubborn wrinkles Variable temperature control Automatic shut off safety feature while open or closed with audible alert Automatic wake up feature Power indicator light Over 100lbs of even pressure makes for easy to use one hand operation Protects delicate fabrics like silk Non stick ironing pad cover Locking handle makes unit portable Stores uprigh...

Page 3: ...the outlet BEFORE filling with or removing water Be careful to avoid spilling water on the appliance when filling USE DISTILLED WATER in the appliance DO NOT use perfume or products containing alcohol in the appliance ALWAYS disconnect the appliance when not in use DO NOT use the appliance if the cord gets damaged Return the appliance or have the cord repaired by a licensed electrician DO NOT oper...

Page 4: ...face that heats and presses the fabric 5 The Ironing Board is the padded surface that holds the fabric during pressing 6 The Power Indicator Light is illuminated when the unit is on 7 The On Off Switch can be pushed to turn the power on and off 8 The Ready Light goes off when the Press has reached the selected temperature 9 The Steam Ready Light goes on when unit is ready to produce bursts of stea...

Page 5: ...te has been left against the Ironing Board for more than 10 seconds OR if the Pressing plate is left in the open up position without use after approximately 15 minutes The heating ability of the unit is restored when the Pressing plate is lowered or raised from its current position IMPORTANT NOTE Auto Shut Off does not mean power is totally cut off Power is always on the Power Light remains on as ...

Page 6: ... do so Using the Water Container slowly pour the water into the Water Tank Fill Holes C c Be careful to avoid spilling water onto the Steam Press when filling d Slide the WaterTank back into its recessed position STEP 3 TURNING ON THE POWER a Always check to make sure the ON OFF switch is OFF b Make sure the Locking Knob is in the open position allowing free movement of the Pressing Plate before p...

Page 7: ...ing and increase the temperature as desired until you obtain the proper results c When the Ready Light C goes off the Pressing Plate has reached the temperature for the desired setting d When changing the setting from a higher selection to a lower setting allow several minutes for the Pressing Plate to cool sufficiently after making the change IMPORTANT NOTE You may find it more efficient to arran...

Page 8: ...ator Light the right most light on the indicator row will come on when the unit is ready to produce steam IMPORTANT NOTE If this is the first time you are using the Steam Press or you have been storing it for some time lift the Pressing plate into the raised position and press the Steam Burst Button several times until the steam begins to flow IMPORTANT NOTE The Steam Burst function can only be us...

Page 9: ...perature Control is set high enough you may give the fabric a burst of steam by pressing the Steam Burst Button D to remove stubborn wrinkles While the Pressing Plate is in the open or up position simply press down on the Steam Burst Button D and release it The fabric will be given a burst of steam d After a few seconds lift the handle and raise the Pressing Plate back to the raised position IMPOR...

Page 10: ...wever it is recommended that if the machine will be stored for some time that all the water in the unit be drained by pressing the Steam Burst Button until all of the Water is pumped out d Lower the Pressing Plate onto the Ironing Board pushing the handle to its lowest position e Turn the Locking Knob E to the locked position This should prevent the Steam Press from opening while being moved or st...

Page 11: ...dy Light comes on gently lower the Pressing Plate onto the Pressing Cushion With water in the reservoir tank press the Steam Burst Control 6 to7 times Be careful to avoid touching the hot metal surfaces or leaving your hand in the bursts of steam b Once the Pressing Plate has cooled down you can clean the surface with a damp cloth DO NOT use any abrasives on the Pressing Plate c The Ironing Board ...

Page 12: ...ce the items FACE DOWN on the ironing board and cover the fabric with a press cloth BEFORE pressing This will help protect delicate accessories and fasteners SPRAYBOTTLE METHOD c Using a Spray Bottle lightly spray the garment before placing it on the Ironing Board This helps to distribute an even fine mist over the fabric preparing it to be pressed and removing all wrinkles DAMP CLOTH METHOD d For...

Page 13: ...s are desired or to shape tailored garments b Place the area to be pressed onto the Ironing Board c Place the Pressing Cushion under the dart seam Etc d Making sure the area to be pressed is raised lower the Pressing Plate The raised area is the only area the plate should contact IMPORTANT NOTE DO NOT attempt to lower the Pressing Plate to its lowest position or lock the Pressing Plate against the...

Page 14: ...lete job free of wrinkles SHIRTS and BLOUSES a Place the shoulder yoke on the Ironing Board first face down and press b Place the sleeves on the Ironing Board next with the fold parallel to the long seam and press c Place the cuffs on the end of the Ironing Board and press d Place the body of the shirt into the storage area between the Pressing Plate and Ironing Board away from you Press the side ...

Page 15: ...entire waistband is pressed c Place the pleated area on the Ironing Board Fold the pleats carefully and press d Continue with each pleated area until the garment is completed OTHER ITEMS a EMBROIDERY should be placed FACE DOWN on the Ironing Board to reduce wear and prevent damage to delicate work b CURTAINS may be pressed running them from one end of the Ironing Board to the other and pressing in...

Page 16: ...igh enough for thefabricattempted Gradually increase the temperature until obtainingthedesiredresults Press DOES NOT get warm Temperaturehasnotbeenselected Pressisnotpluggedintoanoutlet Automatic Shut Off has engaged The Pressing Plate has been lowered for more than15secondswithoutbeingraised Automatic Shut Off has engaged The Pressing Plate has been raised for more than 15 minutes without use Tur...

Page 17: ...m the Pressing Plate Temperature Control Dial has not been set properly SteamButtonhasbeenpressedtoolong Turn the Temperature Control Dial clock wise to a higher temperature Don t press the Steam Button more than 5 seconds continuously PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No Steam Fill the water tank Turn the Temperature Control Dial clock wise to a higher temperature Wait for the Steam Ready light to come on W...

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