Singer Csp 1 Manual

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6. Pressing 
Carefully spread the area to be pressed on the Ironing 
Board removing all unwanted folds.
 
Grasp the Pressing Plate Handle A and lower the 
Pressing Plate B on to the Ironing Board C. If steam 
has been selected, it will be pumped into and 
absorbed by the fabric. You may:
 
leave the Pressing Plate in this position for light 
pressing
 
or 
for heavier pressure, push down on the Handle until it 
moves into its lowest position (Automatic Maximum 
Pressure position).
 
After a few seconds, lift the Handle to raise the 
Pressing Plate.
 
Regardless of the Steam Control setting, you can 
produce an extra Burst of Steam to remove stubborn 
wrinkles. Simply lower the Pressing Plate against the 
Ironing Board and press down on the Burst of Steam 
Handle D and release.
 
NOTE: The heater in the Pressing Plate will 
automatically shutoff after approximately 30 seconds 
with the Pressing Plate lowered against the Ironing 
Board.
 
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7. Orientation Change of Pressing Plate and 
Ironing Board
 
For pressing wide and long clothing, press the 
Orientation Change Button A and turn the Pressing 
Plate C through 90 degrees.
 
Push down the Orientation Change Lever B and turn 
the Ironing Board D through 90 degrees.
 
The Pressing Plate and the Ironing Board will be 
automatically locked in the new position when the 
Button and Lever are released.
 
CAUTION: Pressing Plate is very hot when ironing. 
Always cool down the Pressing Plate before changing 
the orientation.
 
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8. When Pressing is Finished 
Push ON/OFF Switch to OFF (0) position. The red 
light will go out.
 
Disconnect plug from outlet. 
CAUTION: Let the Compact Steam Press I cool 
completely (at least 30 minutes) before continuing.
 
Drain the Water Tank if the Press will be stored: 
* When the Press is cooled, remove the Water Tank 
Cap and hold
 
* Water Container below Tank Drain A. 
* Remove Drain Knob by pulling out from water 
container.
 
* When the water stops flowing, plug in the Drain 
Knob and replace the Water Tank Cap.
 
Rotate the Pressing Plate and the Ironing Board 
through 90 degrees.
 
Lower the Pressing Plate onto the Ironing Board and 
push down the handle B until it moves into the 
Automatic Pressing Position.
 
Put the Locking Knob C to the locked position. This 
will prevent the Press from opening while being 
moved or stored.
 
Store the press on Base or its end D. 
  
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CLEANING THE COMPACT STEAM PRESS 
Your Compact Steam Press 1 is virtually maintenance 
free. However the following steps will extend the life of 
the Press if performed occasionally.
 
1. To clean the Pressing Plate vents: 
* Center the Pressing Cushion on the Ironing Board 
as shown.
 
* Place a towel over the Pressing Cushion and Ironing 
Board.
 
* Set the Steam Control and Temperature Control Dial 
for maximum steam and temperature.
 
* When the Ready Light comes on, gently lower the 
Pressing Plate onto the Pressing Cushion.
 
CAUTION: Burns can occur from touching the metal 
parts, hot water or steam. Avoid contact with steam.
* Press down the Burst of Steam Handle 6 or 7 times.
 
2. Clean the Pressing Plate regularly with a damp 
cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
 
3. The Ironing Board Cover is easily removed for
washing.
 
  
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PRESSING SUGGESTIONS 
Fabric Tips 
1. Always begin with the fabric requiring the lowest 
temperature setting. In this way you will avoid waiting 
for the unit to cool down.
 
2. You may find it desirable to place a press cloth 
between your fabric and Pressing Plate.
 
3. Blends should be pressed on the temperature 
setting for the lowest temperature fiber. If you are 
unsure of the fiber content of your fabric, try a low 
setting first and gradually increase until the desired 
results are obtained.
 
Buttons, Zippers, Etc. 
Most of todays buttons, zippers, and other notions 
require no special attention. However, some may be 
sensitive to heat. Care should be taken with items that 
may melt. Place these items face down on the Ironing 
Board or cover with a press cloth before pressing.
 
  
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Additional Steam Pressing Methods 
Some fabrics benefit from the use of moisture during 
pressing. If you choose to set your Steam Control for 
no steam, you have two other choices for steam 
pressing:
 
1. Using the Spray Bottle, lightly spray entire garment 
before placing on the Ironing Board or spray the area 
to be pressed after it is positioned for pressing. (This 
method may also be used for starch.)
 
2. Place a damp press cloth over the area to be 
pressed.
 
In either case, press for a few seconds and then raise 
Pressing Plate to allow steam to escape. Repeat until 
the fabric is dry.
 
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Using the Pressing Cushion 
Certain garment construction details such as darts, 
curved seams, and shoulder caps are not intended to 
be pressed flat. A Pressing Cushion has been 
supplied with your Press for use on these areas. Use 
the Cushion whenever pressing areas where no 
creases are desired and to shape tailored garments.
 
1. Place the area to be pressed on the Ironing Board. 
2. Place Pressing Cushion under the dart, curved 
seam, etc.
 
3. Lower Pressing Plate. Since the cushioned area is 
raised, it is the only area which the Plate will contact.
 
4. Raise Pressing Plate after a few seconds. 
IMPORTANT: The Pressing Plate and Ironing Board 
cannot be locked for Automatic Maximum Pressure 
position when using the Pressing Cushion. Attempting 
to lock into Automatic Maximum Pressure position can 
damage the Press.
 
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APPLICATIONS 
The following pages will show you how to obtain the 
best pressing results for a variety of common 
applications.
 
When pressing large pieces of fabric, place entire 
piece in the storage area behind the Ironing Board. 
The area you want to press first should be on top. 
Place this area on the Board and press. Continue to 
the next area by pulling the fabric towards you.
 
Shirts and Blouses 
A. Place shoulder yoke on Ironing Board as shown 
and press
 
B. Place sleeves on Board with fold parallel to long 
seam and press.
 
C. Place cuffs on end of Ironing Board. Press. 
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Shirts and Blouses continued... 
D. Place shirt into storage area and press the side 
front including the placket. Pull the shirt towards you 
and position the next area. Continue until the entire 
body of the shirt has been pressed.
 
E. Place shoulder yoke flat on Board. Press to remove 
crease formed in Step A.
 
F. Place collar right side up on the Ironing Board and 
press.
 
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Pants 
A. Place Pressing Cushion under waistband and 
press. Reposition waistband and continue until entire 
waistband is pressed.
 
B. To press in-seam, place the Cushion under the 
area to be pressed as shown. Press entire in-seam. 
Repeat for other leg.
 
C. Front and back pleats are pressed using the same 
technique: Fold one leg along crease line. Place on 
Board as shown such that the seams will not be 
pressed. Press crease. Long pants will require you to 
repeat this step on the bottom of the leg.
 
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