Salton Platinum Series User manual

Compact Fabric
Steamer and Iron
Instruction Booklet
Model: ST-1014
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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. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs,
or the appliance in water or other liquid. Do not allow cord or hose
to be crimped. Do not pull or stretch cord or hose around sharp
corners or edges.
4. Do not overfill unit with Water. Fill to 27oz. (800 ml) maximum.
Overfilling may result in burns from spilling water or possible electric
shock. NOTE: Only fill Water Reservoir with water. Other cleaning agents
will damage the unit and may cause injuries.
5. Do not leave unit unattended while plugged in or not in use.
6. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
7. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children, pets and plants. Steam produced by the unit is hot. Care
must be taken to avoid burns or other injuries. Never point the nozzle
at people or pets.
8. To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents,
check appliance before each use by holding the Steam Nozzle away from
body and pressing the Steam Button. Do not operate if Steam Vents are
blocked.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the iron
has been dropped or damaged. To avoid risk of electrical shock, do not
disassemble unit. Return appliance to Salton for examination, repair
or adjustment. See Warranty section.
10. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.
11. 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.
12. Let appliance cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely
around appliance when storing.
13. To reduce the likelihood of circuit overload, do not operate another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit.
14. The lighted On/Off Switch should always be set to the ‘Off’ position
before plugging or unplugging unit from wall outlet. Never yank cord
to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
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15. Avoid contact with hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Keep hands, hair,
and clothing away from these parts to prevent risk of injury to persons
and or burns that could occur. Do not touch Ironing Plate or attempt
to connect Fabric Brush while unit is in use. Use caution when you turn
unit upside-down as there may be hot water in the Water Reservoir.
16. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
may cause hazards.
17. Do not attempt to change attachments while unit is emitting steam.
18. When finished using, place the Steam Nozzle onto the Water Reservoir
Hook and secure in place with the Safety Chain. Place Water Reservoir
on the Wall Mounted Base. Alternately, store in a cool dry place after
the unit has cooled.
19. Always disconnect from the electrical outlet when filling with water
or emptying and when not in use.
20. Do not use outdoors.
21. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids.
22. If Heater Indicator Light does not illuminate, unit is not operating normally.
Immediately disconnect from wall outlet. See Warranty section.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
GROUNDED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug. (2 blades
and 1 pin). If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way or use an adaptor.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Carefully inspect the packing material as some parts are shipped inside
the Styrofoam packaging. Please check the Description of Parts below
to be sure that you have all the parts before throwing away the packaging.
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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Handle - Designed to stay relatively cool and is safe to grasp.
2. Steam Button - Press and hold to produce a steady flow of steam
3. Heater Indicator Light - Illuminates when the unit is turned on, indicating
that the heater is active.
4. Steam Nozzle - Emits a flow of hot, penetrating steam.
5. Wall Mounting Base - Attached to the wall as a permanent base
station and space saver to keep the unit conveniently stored out of the way.
6. Water Reservoir - The reservoir in which water is stored for use by the
unit.
7. Water Reservoir Cap - Remove to fill the Water Reservoir with water
8. Ironing Plate - Used as a conventional iron.
9. Steam Nozzle Mounting Hook - Secures the Steam Nozzle to the
Water Reservoir
10. Steam Nozzle Hanger - Hanger for the Steam Nozzle Mounting Hook.
11. Hose - Carries the water from the water Reservoir to the Steam Nozzle.
12. Water Level Window - Lets the user see if the water level is low and
may need refilling.
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13. Clothes Hanger Hook - Extends out from the Wall Mounted Base and
is used to hand clothes hangers for easy garment steaming.
14. Lighted On/Off Switch - Turns the unit 'On' and 'Off' and provides a
clear indicator of whether or not the unit is powered on.
15. Measuring Cup - Designed to easily fill the unit with water.
16. Fabric Brush - Fits onto the Ironing Plate and delicately helps the
steam smooth wrinkles from fabrics.
17. Press Pad - Fits on and protects your hand. Lets you support fabrics
while thoroughly steaming them.
18. Safety Chain - Connect to the Steam Nozzle Holder to hold it securely
in place.
19. Clean or Steam/Iron Switch (left side - not shown)
Switches the unit from the regular Steam/Iron to the Clean function.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Attaching Wall Mounting Base to the Wall
1. Select a location for the Wall Mounting Base. Be sure that the Base is not
placed over an electrical outlet and will not prevent a door from opening
or closing properly and that the cords will not get closed in a door.
Be careful that small children will not have access to the cords.
2. Mount the Wall Mounting Base between 36” (91cm)
and 54” (137cm) from the floor. See Illustration 1.
3. The Fabric Steamer should be stored on the Wall
Mounting Base when not in use.
4. Attach the Steam Nozzle to the Steam Nozzle
Hanger by pressing the Steam Nozzle Mounting
Hook with your finger and pushing the Steam Ill. 1
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Nozzle onto the Steam Nozzle Hanger until
it is secured in place. See Illustration 2A.
5. Align the 3 holes in the back of the Water
Reservoir with the 3 hooks protruding from
the front of the Wall Mounting Base. Press
the Water Reservoir onto the Wall Mounting
Base. Once attached, slide the Water Reservoir down to secure onto
the Wall Mounting Base. See Illustration 2B. NOTE: The Fabric Steamer
can be used while on the Wall Mounting Base or removed and placed
on a table or countertop.
Fabric Brush Attachment
The Fabric Brush attachment is used in conjunction
with the Steam Nozzle. To attach this accessory:
1. Unlock the Fabric Brush by turning the Lock
clockwise until it stops (Ill. 3A)
2. Slide the Fabric Brush over the Ironing Plate
until it stops (Ill. 3B) CAUTION: Use care
when attaching the Fabric Brush as the Iron
Plate may be hot. Do not attempt to attach
the Fabric Brush while the unit is emitting steam.
3. Turn the Fabric Brush lock counterclockwise
until it is locked. (Ill. 3C)
4. The Fabric Brush is now fastened securely
and you are ready to begin steaming.
HOW TO USE
Filling the Water Reservoir
1. Press the On/Off Switch to the ‘Off’ position. Unplug
the Power Cord.
2. Open the Lid of the Water Reservoir and turn the Water Reservoir Cap
about a quarter of a turn, counterclockwise. Remove.
3. Using the Measuring Cup that is included with the unit, fill the Water
Reservoir with a maximum of 27 oz. (800 ml) of cold water.
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Unlocked
Ill. 3A
Ill. 3B
Ill. 2A
Ill. 2B
Locked
Ill. 3C
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4. Replace the Water Reservoir Cap and close the top lid.
5. The Water Reservoir may be refilled as soon as it is emptied. Place
the Steam Nozzle back onto the Steam Nozzle Hanger. Follow
the instructions in #1 to #4 above.
CAUTION: Do not let the steamer operate with a dry Water
Reservoir or damage to the unit could result.
Starting the Steamer
1. Attach the Fabric Brush, if desired.
2. Plug the Steamer into a properly grounded 3 pronged grounded outlet.
3. Turn the On/Off Switch to ‘On’. Verify that the light on the switch
is illuminated.
4. The Heater Indicator Light will illuminate indicating that the heater is active.
5. Ensure that the Cleaning Switch is pressed down to 'Iron/Steam' position.
6. After approximately 2 minutes of heating time, the unit will be ready
for steaming.
7. Direct the Steam Nozzle towards the material you wish to steam. CAUTION:
Always be sure that the Steam Nozzle and any other attachments are pointed
away from yourself, other people, pets and plants when steam is being emitted.
8. Press and hold the Steam Button. After a few seconds, steam will begin
emitting from the Steam Nozzle.
NOTE: When first holding the Steam Button the unit may make a pumping
sound as air and water are pushed through the Hose. This is normal. The
pumping sound will fade once the Hose is allowed enough time to fill with a
steady flow of water (approximately 20 - 30 seconds). If the pumping sound
resumes during use, the water level in the Water Reservoir is likely running low
- look through the Water Level Window to confirm. Adding water to Reservoir
should eliminate the sound. If the sound persists even when the Reservoir is
full, contact the Customer Service for assistance. See Warranty page for details.
Steaming Garments
1. To steam a garment, place it on a clean, rush-free clothes hanger
and place the hanger on the Clothes Hanger Hook. CAUTION: Any garments
placed on the Clothes Hanger Hook should not exceed 8 lbs.
(3.6 kgs).
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2. Use a slight back and forth motion while directing the Steam Nozzle
towards the material you wish to steam.
3. Move the Steam Nozzle away from the garment and smooth the fabric
with your free hand.
4. Repeat as necessary until the garment is wrinkle-free.
5. When finished using the Fabric Steamer & Iron, immediately turn
the On/Off Switch to the ‘Off’ position and unplug the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
Ironing Garments
In some instances, pressing a crisp crease or iron collars or cuffs is needed
and can be easily accomplished using the iron feature.
1. Remove the Fabric/Lint Brush.
2. If the unit has not recently been in use, allow the Ironing Plate to heat up
for approximately 2 minutes.
3. To use the Press Pad, slide the Velcro strap onto your hand. Place fabric
over the Press Pad. Iron fabric while pressing it firmly against the pad.
Use the iron to press crisp creases, collars or cuffs. If a steam burst
is desired, simply press the Steam Button.
4. You can also use a folded towel placed on a table or countertop instead
of the Press Pad. NOTE: Make sure that the towel is thick enough so that
the heat does not transfer to the table or countertop.
5. When finished using the Fabric Steamer & Iron, immediately turn
the On/Off Switch to the ‘Off’ position and unplug the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
HELPFUL HINTS:
• Curtains and draperies can be steamed while hanging.
• To remove wrinkles from towels, handkerchiefs and napkins,
drape them over a rod or towel rack and gently steam.
• Heavier fabrics may require repeated steaming.
• To remove stubborn wrinkles, steam both sides of the fabric.
• Be especially careful when steaming delicate fabrics and those likely
to be damaged by water spotting.
• The best way to avoid mineral build-up caused by high mineral
content in water is to use de-mineralized or distilled water in the
unit.
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
Cleaning the Ironing Plate
1. Switch the On/Off Switch to the ‘Off’ position and unplug from the wall
outlet. Allow the Ironing Plate to cool down completely, at least 30 minutes.
2. Clean the outside of the unit using a damp cloth, with mild soap.
3. Scale and other residue can be wiped off the Ironing Plate with a damp
cloth or non-abrasive pad.
4. Wipe with a clean cotton cloth.
Removing Mineral Build-Up
Mineral build-up is caused by a high mineral content in many municipal water
supplies. Mineral residue inside the internal pipes and heater can cause
intermittent steaming or, in some cases, no steaming at all. This mineral build-up
may reduce the life of your Fabric Steamer and Iron and should be cleaned out
regularly. Follow the directions below to flush out the mineral deposits.
To reduce or eliminate the occurrence of mineral build-up, we recommend the
use of de-mineralized or distilled water in the unit. If you are unable to use
de-mineralized or distilled water, we recommend you follow the procedure below
after every 3 – 4 uses.
1. Fill the Water Reservoir with at least 16 oz. (473 ml) of water.
2. If unit is already powered on and heated, proceed to #3. If not, plug power
cord into wall outlet and set On/Off Switch to ‘ON’ position. Allow the unit
to heat for 2 minutes.
3. Press the Cleaning Switch on the left side of the Base to ‘CLEAN’.
4. Hold the Steam Nozzle over a sink or tub, then press and hold the Steam
Button. After a few seconds the Nozzle will begin producing a strong flow
of steam and will begin spraying small amounts of water.
CAUTION: To avoid burns or other injury, use care when operating
unit in the ‘CLEAN’ function as water sprayed by the Steam Nozzle is
hot. Be sure that the Nozzle is pointed in a safe direction, away
from yourself, other people, pets or plants.
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5. Keep the Steam Button pressed and allow unit to continue cleaning for at
least 2 minutes.
NOTE: More time may be necessary if the unit has not been cleaned
regularly. An additional minute or two is recommended if it has been more
than 3 – 4 uses since the last cleaning.
6. Once cleaning is complete, release the Steam Button and thoroughly shake
the Steam Nozzle over a sink or tub to remove excess water.
7. To set back to the normal steaming/iron function, press the Cleaning Switch
to the Iron position.
Troubleshooting
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Problem Cause Solution
Excessive amounts
of water being
sprayed from the
Steam Nozzle
• Cleaning Switch is set
to ‘CLEAN’ mode
• Set Cleaning Switch to the
Iron position for normal
use
Unit produces loud
pumping sounds
when the Steam
button is pressed
• Air in Hose
• Low water level in
the Water Reservoir
• If unit has not been used
for a long period the Hose
will fill up with air. When
the Steam Button is
pressed the air must be
forced out as water is
pumped in
• Add water to the Water
Reservoir
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
The unit fails to heat up. • Unit is not plugged in. • Plug into an electrical
Heater Indicator Light outlet.
does not illuminate. • Household circuit • Reset circuit
breaker/ground fault breaker/ground fault
interrupter has tripped interrupter or replace
or blown a fuse. fuse. If you need
assistance, contact
a licensed electrician.
Unit heats up but fails • Heat up time has not • Allow the unit to heat
to steam. Heater elapsed. up for 2 minutes.
Indicator Light does • Water Reservoir is empty. • Refill Water Reservoir.
illuminate. See instructions in
‘Filling the Water
Reservoir’ section.
• Steam Button is not • Press and hold the Steam
being pressed. Button for a few seconds
for steam to begin
flowing.
• Mineral build-up in unit. • Follow ‘Removing Mineral
Build-Up’ procedure.
If problem persists, contact
Customer Service.
Steam output • Steam Button not being • For continuous steam,
is intermittent. pressed continuously. press and hold
the steam button.
• Mineral build-up in unit. • Follow ‘Removing
Mineral Build-Up’
procedure.
Loud pumping sound • Low water level in Water • Follow the procedure in
when Steam Button Reservoir. the ‘Filling the Water
is pressed. Reservoir’ section.
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A short supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a long cord. Extension cords may be used if care is
exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating
of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the
grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounded 3-wire cord. The
extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter
top or table top, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
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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