Singer Csp 1 Manual

							MODEL CSP1 
COMPACT STEAM PRESS™1 
MODEL CSP1 Instruction Manual  
						

							MODEL CSP1 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
Important Safeguards 
Special Instruction 
Getting to Know the Compact Steam press 
How to Operate the Compact Steam Press 
Before Plugging into Outlet 
Filling the Water Tank 
Turning on the Press 
Temperature Selection 
Steam Control 
Pressing 
Orientation Change of Pressing Plate 
and Ironing Board 
When Pressing is Finished 
  
Cleaning the Compact Steam Press 
Pressing Selections 
Fabric Tips 
Buttons, Zippers, Etc. 
Additional Steam Pressing Methods 
Using the Pressing Cushion 
Applications 
Shirts and Blouses 
Pants 
Pleated Skirts 
Curtains 
Other Applications 
Troubleshooting  
						

							MODEL CSP1 
THE COMPACT STEAM PRESS 1 
  
Congratulations! 
You have made the right decision in purchasing this 
STEAM PRESS.
 
The scope of this manual covers the installation and 
operation of Singers COMPACT STEAM PRESS 
CSPI. For the best performance of this piece of 
precision engineered equipment, a section has been 
devoted to its maintenance as well as a 
troubleshooting section.
 
No special skill is needed to operate the COMPACT 
STEAM PRESS 1. Simply read through the following 
instructions and learn how to operate the Press. In 
addition, you will find many useful tips on how to 
obtain the best possible results.
 
Remember to choose a spot that is free from dust, 
moisture and direct sunshine. For the ease of 
operation, you should locate this equipment close to a 
power outlet.
   
  
  
Copyright 1993 
by the Singer Sewing Company 
All rights reserved throughout the world. 
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the 
appearance, design, or accessories of the Compact 
Stream Press 1 as considered necessary without any 
notification or obligation.
 
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
 
When using your Compact Steam Press 1, the 
following safety precautions should be followed.
 
1. Read all instructions. 
2. Use Compact Steam Press 1 only for its intended 
use.
 
3. Before Plugging in the Compact Steam Press 1, be 
sure the electrical information on the label on the base 
agrees with your power supply.
 
4. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not 
immerse the press in water or other liquids.
 
5. The Compact Steam Press 1 should always be 
turned OFF before plugging into or unplugging from 
electrical outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from 
outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
 
6. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Loop cord 
loosely and store in base of press. Let Compact 
Steam Press 1 cool completely (at least 30 minutes) 
before putting away.
 
7. Always disconnect press from electrical outlet when 
filling with or emptying water. Be careful to avoid 
spilling water over press when filling.
 
8. Always disconnect press from electrical outlet when 
not in use.
 
9. Do not operate Compact Steam Press 1 with a 
damaged cord or if the Press has been dropped or 
damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock do not 
disassemble the Compact Steam Press 1; take it to an 
authorized Singer Service Center for examination and 
repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause risk of electric 
shock.
 
  
  
10. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance 
being used by or near children. Do not leave Compact 
Steam Press 1 unattended while connected to power 
supply.
 
11. When not in use, keep the Pressing Plate and 
Ironing Board locked together with the Locking Knob.
 
12. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another 
high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
 
13. If the extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10 
Ampere (for 220/240V appliances) or a 15 Ampere 
(for 120V) cord should be used. Cord rated for less 
amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to 
arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped 
over.
 
14. Accessible parts of housing will get warmer than 
140 Degrees F (60 Degrees C).
 
15. It is important that this appliance be grounded 
(earthed).
 
16. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, 
hot water, or steam.
 
17. Pressing Plate is very hot. Always cool down the 
Pressing Plate before changing the Pressing Plate 
orientation.
 
Special Instructions 
In areas with hard water, use distilled water when 
possible to extend the life of your press. Do not use 
perfumed products or products containing alcohol, 
they will deteriorate your press. Do not use defrosted 
water from the refrigerator.
 
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GETTING TO KNOW THE 
COMPACT STEAM PRESS
 
I. PRESSING HANDLE. Use for raising and lowering 
the pressing plate. For Automatic Maximum Pressure: 
with the Pressing Plate against the Ironing Board, 
continue lowering the handle until it reaches its lowest 
position. When the Pressing Plate and Ironing board 
are locked together with the locking Knob, use the 
Handle to carry the Press.
 
2. BURST OF STEAM HANDLE. Produces an extra 
burst of steam during steam pressing. May also be 
used during dry pressing.
 
3. DRAIN KNOB. Allows for easy draining of the 
Water Tank.
 
4. PRESSING PLATE. Temperature controlled 
surface for heating and pressing fabric.
 
5. IRONING BOARD. The padded surface that holds 
your fabric during pressing.
 
6. ORIENTATION CHANGE LEVER. Press to release 
the Ironing Board.
 
7. BASE WITH RUBBER FEET. Provides a stable 
platform for the Compact Steam Press 1.
 
8. LOCKING KNOB. Lower the Pressing Handle to its 
lowest position (Automatic Maximum Pressure 
position). Put Locking Knob to the locked position to 
hold the Pressing Plate and Ironing Board together. 
Use when moving or storing the Press.
 
9. WATER TANK FILL HOLE AND CAP. Remove cap 
to fill water tank.
 
10. ORIENTATION CHANGE BUTTON. Press down 
and then turn the Pressing Plate through 90 degrees.
 
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11. STEAM CONTROL. Turn dial to set steam amount 
- no steam through maximum.
 
12. TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL. Turn to set the 
Press temperature for your fabric.
 
13. ON/OFF SWITCH. Push to turn the power ON (1) 
or OFF (0).
 
14. POWER INDICATING LIGHT. A red light which 
comes on when the switch is moved to the ON 
position.
 
15. READY LIGHT. An yellow/orange light which 
comes on when the Press has reached the selected 
temperature.
 
16. PRESSING CUSHION. Fabric covered pad used 
for pressing gathered or contoured areas such as 
sleeves, darts, and yokes.
 
17. SPRAY BOTTLE. Plastic water bottle for 
dampening fabric before pressing.
 
18. WATER CONTAINER. Use for filling and emptying 
the Water tank.
 
19. IRONING BOARD COVER. Removable and 
washable for extended life.
 
Automatic Safety Shutoff Switch 
A multi function safety feature. Turns off electrical 
power to the press when the Pressing Plate has been:
 
- left against the Ironing Board for more than 30 seconds
or
 
- left in the open position without use for about 15
minutes.
 
To turn power back on, press the ON/OFF Switch to 
the OFF (0) position and then back to ON (1). Raising 
and lowering the Pressing Plate will also turn power 
back on.
 
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HOW TO OPERATE 
THE COMPACT STEAM PRESS
 
1. Before Plugging into Outlet
Check the voltage printed on the bottom of the Press 
to be sure it is the same as your line voltage.
Place Compact Steam Press 1 on a firm level
surface.
 
2. Filling the Water Tank
CAUTION: Always disconnect press from electrical 
outlet when filling with or empty water. Fill the Water 
Tank with the ironing arm in the raised position. Be 
careful to avoid spilling water over press when filling.
Make sure the Drain is closed by plugging in the Drain 
Knob A in the direction of the arrow.
Unscrew Water Tank Cap B in the direction of the 
arrow and remove.
Using the Water Container, slowly pour up to 2/3 cups 
(150cc) of water into the Water Tank Fill Hole C.
Replace Tank Cap and tighten.
 
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3. Turning on the Press
Check the voltage printed on the bottom of the Press 
to be sure it is same as your power outlet.
Check to make sure the ON/OFF Switch A is in the 
OFF position by pressing the side of the switch 
labeled 0.
Unlock the Pressing Plate and Ironing Board by 
sliding Locking Knob B to the open position.
Grasp the Pressing Handle and lift the Pressing Plate 
to the full open position.
Rotate the pressing Plate from storage position to 
ironing position by pressing the Orientation Change 
Button C.
Rotate the Ironing Board from Storage position to 
ironing position by pressing the Orientation Change 
Lever D.
Plug the power cord into the power outlet.
Switch on the press by moving the ON/OFF Switch to 
the ON position by pressing the side of the switch 
labeled 1.
The red Indicator LED will light.
 
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4. Temperature Selection
Turn the Temperature Control Dial A until the arrow points to the number of 
dots which correspond to your fabric. (Compare garment label to Fabric \
Chart B. If your are unsure of the fiber content of your fabric, try a low 
setting first and gradually increase until the desired results are obtai\
ned.)
After several minutes the Ready Light C will come on. This indicates that 
the pressing Plate temperature has increased to the selected setting.
NOTE: The Pressing Plate must be in the up position until it reaches the 
selected temperature.
If you have decreased the temperature setting, allow the Pressing Plate \
to 
cool before pressing. Wait for the Ready Light to relight at the new set\
ting. It 
is for this reason that we recommend pressing fabrics which require low \
temperatures first (NYLON) and gradually increasing the temperature as\
 
needed.
 
 
 
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5. Steam Control
For steam pressing, turn Steam Control A clockwise. 
The farther
the dial is moved in this direction, the more steam will 
be produced.
Your Temperature Control Dial must be in the Steam 
zone (4 dots or above) to produce steam.
NOTE: If this is the first time you are using the Press 
after filling with water or after a long period of storage, 
lift the Pressing Plate to the raised position and pump 
the Burst of Steam Handle several times until steam 
begins to flow.
For dry pressing, turn Steam Control A 
counterclockwise as far as it will go.
 
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