Salton GP-1096 User manual

garment
press
Instruction Booklet
Model: GP-1096
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury, the following basic
safety precautions should always be followed when using an electrical
appliance.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the
appliance in water or other liquid.
4. DO NOT use with an extension cord. Use only a wall receptacle.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children. Surfaces become hot during use so care must be taken to avoid
burns or other injuries.
6. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to Salton for examination, repair or adjustment. See Warranty.
9. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton may
cause hazards.
10. Always turn the Timer Dial to the ‘0’ position before plugging or
unplugging the unit from the wall outlet.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. DO NOT handle or use this unit while hands are wet.
13. This unit is an electrical appliance.
DO NOT submerge it in water.
DO NOT use the electrical cord as a handle.
DO NOT allow cord to be crimped by closing it in doors.
DO NOT pull or stretch cord around sharp corners or edges.
14. Keep electrical cord away from heated surfaces.
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15. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet.
To disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall
outlet. To unplug grasp plug and pull smoothly and firmly from the wall
outlet. DO NOT attempt to unplug unit by pulling or tugging on the cord.
16. Do not turn unit on its side when in use.
17. Do not use water in the unit.
18. Do not use appliance for other than intended use as described in this
booklet.
19. Do not leave unit unattended while in use.
20. DO NOT disassemble unit or attempt to make any repairs yourself.
Incorrect assembly or repair could result in a risk of fire, electric shock or
injury to persons when operating the unit.
21. Store unit in a cool dry place. Allow unit to cool completely and loop
power cord loosely around unit before storing.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Clothes Hanger
2. Tie/Belt Hanger
3. Power Indicator Light
4. Timer Dial
5. Stopper
6. Base
7. Front Pressing Plate
8. Pressing Bar
9. Heating Plate
10. Storage Compartments
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BEFORE FIRST USE & ASSEMBLY
1. Ensure that you have the following:
4 long screws
2 short screws
6 washers
1 Allen wrench
2. To assemble the unit, lay the unit on its side or flat on top of a table.
3. Attach the Base to the bottom of the unit (Ill. 1).
Ensure that the longer side of the Base faces the front
(see sticker on Base). Line up the four holes in the Base
with the four holes on the bottom of the unit. Insert 1 long
screw and 1 washer into each hole in the Base. Tighten using the
Allen Wrench.
4. Stand the unit on the floor.
5. Attach the Clothes Hanger to the top of the Garment Press. To do this,
align the two holes on the end of the Tie/Belt Hanger with the holes on
the top/back of the Garment Press. Slide a washer onto each of the short
screws and insert a short screw (with washer) into the front
side of each hole in the Garment Press. Using an Allen
Wrench, securely fasten the Tie/Belt Hanger to the
Garment Press. (Ill. 2)
6. Your Garment Press is now ready to use.
HOW TO USE
1. Slowly pull the Pressing Bar up and open the Front Pressing
Plate. The Pressing Bar will hold the Front Pressing Plate
in the open position. (Ill. 3)
2. Place pants/skirt on the Front Pressing Plate, with cuffs or
bottom of legs as far down as possible between the Front
Pressing Plate and the Heating Plate. The waistline of
pants/skirt should hang over the top edge of the
Front Pressing Plate. (Ill. 4)
3. Close the Front Pressing Plate and carefully pull the Pressing Bar back
down far enough so that it holds the Front Pressing Plate closed. Do not
pull the Pressing Bar all of the way down. Do not lock it into place yet.
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4. While the Front Pressing Plate is in this position, hold the waistline of the
pants/skirt and gently pull upwards. This will smooth out any wrinkles
and ensure that the pants/skirt are lying flat between the Front Pressing
Plate and the Heating Plate.
5. Pull the Pressing Bar the rest of the way down, locking the Front
Pressing Plate into the closed position. (Ill. 5)
6. Ensure that the Timer Dial is in the ‘0’ position then plug the Power Cord
into a convenient electrical wall outlet. The Power Indicator Light will
illuminate.
CAUTION: Do not use an extension cord.
7. To use the Timer Dial, turn clockwise to desired pressing time, 15, 30, 45
or 60 minutes. The Garment Press will turn off automatically once the
time has expired. Alternatively, you can use the continuous ‘On’ position
by turning the Timer Dial counterclockwise to the ‘On’ position. When
using continuous ‘On’ you must manually turn the Garment Press off by
turning the Timer Dial clockwise to the ‘0’ position. Use caution to avoid
over-pressing and damaging garments.
NOTE: A 45 minute pressing usually provides excellent results. However,
heavier materials or exceptionally stubborn wrinkles may require
additional time.
8. Once pressing is complete, immediately unplug the Power Cord.
HELPFUL HINTS
1. In order to protect your clothes, the Garment Press is designed to have a
slow, low temperature heat-up for pants/skirts. It takes approximately 20
minutes to reach 122° F (50°C) and 60 minutes to reach the highest
temperature of 140 - 158°F (60 - 70°C)
2. The Garment Press is not designed as an iron press with high
temperatures as would be used on a freshly cleaned pair of pants/skirt to
crease and press. The Garment Press is designed for maintenance of your
clothes after a day’s wear and will eliminate baggy knees, wrinkles and
put the crease back in pants.
3. Your Garment Press is safe to use on any material that you would
normally iron. However, you should check for any special instructions
before pressing.
4. The Garment Press is equipped with a built-in thermostat that will
automatically deactivate the heater to prevent overheating.
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5. DO NOT dampen clothing before pressing.
6. Press one pair of pants/skirt at a time and ensure that all pockets are
empty.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Set the Timer Dial to the ‘0’ position and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool for a minimum of 30 minutes.
3. The inside of the Front Pressing Plate may be wiped with a dry cloth. DO
NOT use polish or cleaner on the inner Front Pressing Plate or Heating
Plate surface.
4. Ensure that the Pressing Plate is in the closed position and that the
Pressing Bar is securely locked in place.
5. Loop power cord loosely around the unit.
6. Store in a cool, dry location.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in
any way.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During this
‘in-warranty’ period, defective products will be repaired or replaced at the discretion
of the retailer and/or Salton Canada. This warranty covers normal domestic usage
and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from
alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect, commercial use or
improper maintenance.
A defective product should be returned to the original place of purchase within the
retailer’s stipulated return/exchange period*. If you are unable to have a defective
product replaced under warranty by the retailer, please check our website at
“www.salton.com” for the service centre nearest you. You may also contact us for
assistance by mail, e-mail, fax or telephone as listed below.
To ensure prompt ‘in-warranty’ service securely package and return the product to us
prepaid. Be sure to include the original proof of purchase and a description of the
defect along with your address and postal code.
For repairs not covered by the warranty, please contact us for assistance.
SALTON CANADA
Customer Service Department
81A Brunswick,
Dollard-des-Ormeaux,
Quebec, Canada H9B 2J5
website: www.salton.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Fax: [phone]
Tel: [phone]
* Return/exchange policies at each retailer vary and may differ from the SALTON Canada 1 year limited
warranty period.
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