Kalorik STP 30138 User Manual

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Steam press

Prensa de planchar

Presse à repasser

STP 30138

120V~60Hz 1200W (10A)

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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. Use the appliance only for the purpose for which it is intended.

3. Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the
appliance.

4. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or
appliance in water or other liquid.

5. The power switch must always be put in the “OFF” position before
plugging or unplugging from the outlet. Never yank the cord to
disconnect form the outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect.

6. Do not allow the cord to touch the hot surfaces. Let the
appliance cool down completely (for about 30 minutes) before
moving it or putting it away.

7. Always disconnect the appliance from the electrical outlet when
filling with water or emptying; and when not in use. Be careful to
avoid spilling water on the appliance when filling.

8. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
the appliance; take it to a qualified service center for
examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of
electric shock when the appliance is used.

9. If the appliance is not operating normally, disconnect from the
power supply and have the appliance serviced by an authorized
service center.

10. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or
near children. Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they DO NOT play with the appliance.

11. Please keep out of reach of children and pets. This product is not
intended for use by children, by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience or
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the product, by a person responsible for

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their safety. Extra caution is always necessary when using this
product.

12. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or
steam. The pressing plate and metal parts can become very hot
when the steam press is in operation. For this reason, to avoid
burns, keep your hands away from these hot surfaces, and be
careful when using the steam shot function.

13. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle and knobs.

14. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of counters.

15. Always put the appliance in a secure, stable place, on a table or
counter when using.

16. Do not move the appliance without unplugging it first.

17. Use distilled water in the appliance. Do not use perfumes or
products containing alcohol in the appliance as they would
damage the steam press.

18. This appliance must be grounded. Do not alter the plug or
attempt to defeat this feature.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: to avoid a circuit overload, do not operate
another high wattage appliance on the same circuit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

3-PRONG PLUG INSTRUCTIONS

For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This
appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong
grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating 3-prong, grounding type, wall socket,
grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. If a
mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly
grounded, 3-prong, wall receptacle installed by a qualified
electrician.

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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.

• The extension cord should be a grounding type 3-wire cord.

• The electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least

that of the appliance. If the electrical rating of the extension
cord is too low, it could overheat and burn.

• The resulting extended cord should be arranged so that it will

not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over.

PART DESCRIPTION

1. Handle

2. Pressing plate

3. Ironing board with cover

4. Water tank

5. Locking knob

6. Burst of steam buttons (for left
and right handed people)

7. Power light (red)

8. ON/OFF switch

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9. Temperature / fabric setting
indicator

10. Heat indicator light (green)

11. Temperature display (oF only)

12. Steam ready light (blue)

13. Temperature / fabric selection (+)

14. Temperature / fabric selection (-)

15. Pressing cushion

16. Spray bottle

17. Water beaker

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BEFORE USE

Set the appliance on a sturdy work surface. Unlock the locking knob.

FILLING THE WATER TANK

Use preferably demineralized water. If you want to use the steam
function fill the water tank as follows:

1) Unplug the steam press from the outlet and make sure it is cool. If
not, let it cool down.

2) The pressing plate (2) must be lifted to the raised (up) position.

3) Slide the water tank towards the front of the unit. It will not come
completely out so do not force it to do so. Remove the lid of the
water tank (4) by a counter-clockwise turning motion. Using the
water beaker (17), slowly pour the distilled water into the water
tank. Never overfill the water tank. The water level can be seen
through the front of the tank.

4) Be careful to avoid spilling water onto the steam press when
filling.

5) Put the lid back in place using a clockwise turning motion.

6) Slide the water tank back in.

Note: When pressing, unplug the appliance before refilling.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure the locking knob (5) is in the open position (UNLOCK)
allowing free movement of the pressing plate before plugging in
the appliance.

2. Lift the pressing plate (2) to the fully raised (up) position.

3. Plug the appliance into an electric outlet. The red power light (7)
should be blinking.

4. Press the “ON/OFF” button (8) and the red power light (7) will stay
on.

TEMPERATURE SETTINGS

• You can choose the temperature setting according to the cloth
you are pressing (see table below).

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• Press the arrow buttons (13) (14) to choose the kind of fabric you
wish to press. Press “ > “ (13) to move selection to a higher
temperature setting and press “ < “ (14) to move selection to a
lower temperature setting. If in doubt, please check the garment
label.

• The Heat Indicator light (10) will start flashing.

• When the Heat Indicator light goes off, the pressing plate has

reached the temperature for the desired setting.

• When changing the setting from a higher selection to a lower
setting, allow several minutes after making the change, for the
pressing plate to cool down sufficiently, before continuing use.

Kind of textile Temperature* Steam
Nylon
Silk
Wool
Cotton
Linen

50-80oC / 120-175oF

80-110oC / 175-230oF
110-140oC / 230-285oF
140-170oC / 285-340oF
170-200oC / 340-390oF

NO
NO
NO
YES
YES

* For reference only

NOTE: You may find it more efficient to arrange your fabrics from

those requiring the lowest setting to those requiring the highest
setting and proceed accordingly. This will avoid any unnecessary
delay or wait for the pressing plate to cool.

NOTE: the temperature display will only display temperatures in
Fahrenheit degrees (oF).

STEAM CONTROL

• Steam is produced only when the blue steam ready light (12) is
on (the press needs to reach a temperature of 150oC / 300oF),
meaning at the higher temperature settings (Cotton and Linen).

• 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 (2) into the
raised position and press the burst of steam button several times
until the steam begins to flow.

• The burst of steam function shall only be used when the steam
ready light is on and with the steam press in a slightly opened

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position. Do NOT use the burn of steam function when the steam
press is closed, or you may damage the unit.

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Do not press the burst of steam button (6) for more than 5
seconds or water may drip on your garment.

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The handle (1) is equipped with 2 steam burst buttons (6), in order
for the press to be used easily by right-handed or left-handed
people.

PRESSING

• Make sure the locking knob (5) is in the open position (UNLOCK).

• Lift the handle (1). The pressing plate (2) moves to the up position.

• Carefully arrange the garment to be pressed onto the ironing

board (3).

Note: Avoid contact with the hot plate at any time!

• Grasp the handle of the pressing plate (2) and lower it onto the
ironing board (3), capturing the garment between the two halves
of the steam press.

• For lightly creased garments, simply lowering the handle and
allowing the pressing plate to rest on the ironing board for a few
seconds will be sufficient. Return then to the open position.

• For very creased garments, continue to grasp the handle and
push it downwards completely, until the pressing plate is pushed
to its lowest position. Then open the press.

• If the temperature is set high enough you may give the fabric a
burst of steam by pressing the burst of steam button (6) to
remove stubborn wrinkles.

Caution: For bursts of steam, lower the pressing plate until it is about
two inches from the garment, not completely down! Press the burst
of steam button for about 3-5 seconds. After releasing the burst of
steam button you may fully lower the pressing plate.

Note: Do not press the burst of steam button when the pressing plate
is in its lowest (closed) position.

• After a few seconds, lift the handle and bring the pressing plate
back to the raised position.

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USING THE SPRAY BOTTLE

Lightly spray the garment with the spray bottle (16) 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.

USING THE PRESSING CUSHION

Some garments have been constructed with details, such as darts,
curved seams and shoulder pads, which are not intended to be
pressed flat. A pressing cushion is supplied with your steam press for
use with these areas.

• Use the cushion (15) whenever pressing areas where no creases
are desired or to shape tailored garments.

• Place the area to be pressed onto the ironing board.

• Place the pressing cushion under the dart, seam etc.

• Make sure the area to be pressed is raised and lower the pressing

plate. The raised area is the only area the plate should contact.

NOTE: Do not attempt to lower the pressing plate to its lowest position
or lock the pressing plate against the ironing board with the pressing
cushion in place. You MAY DAMAGE the steam press by doing so.

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Raise the pressing plate after a few seconds.

FINISHING PRESSING / STORAGE

• Water may be left in the water tank, because it will not drip out if

• Press the “ON/OFF” button, the red power light will start blinking.

• Wait for the steam press to cool completely (approximately 30

• When cool, lower the pressing plate onto the ironing board

• Turn the locking knob to the “Lock” position. This should prevent

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the machine is stored in an upright position. However, it is very
recommended that if the machine will be stored for some time,
that all the water in the unit should be drained by pressing the
burst of steam button until all of the water is pumped out.

Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. Leave the appliance in
open position.

minutes).

pushing the handle to its lowest position.

the steam press from opening while being moved or stored.

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• Loosely wrap the electric cord and place it in the opening at the
front of the base of the ironing board. You can also disconnect
the power cord from the unit.

• Emptying the water tank after each use is preferable if possible.

CLEANING

• To clean the pressing plate, place the pressing cushion in the

center of the ironing board. Place a clean towel over the
pressing cushion and the ironing board. Set the temperature
control to its maximum setting. When the ready light comes on
and the steam ready light goes off, gently lower the pressing
plate onto the pressing cushion. With water in the water tank,
press the burst of steam button 6 to 7 times. Be careful to avoid
touching the hot metal surfaces or leaving your hand in the way
of steam.

• Once the pressing plate has cooled down you can clean the

surface with a damp cloth. DO NOT use any abrasive material or
cleaner on the pressing plate! This pressing plate has a non-stick
coating that will help for cleaning.

• The ironing board cover is removable for normal washing. You

can clean the ironing board cover with water and mild
detergent; rinse with warm water.

SAFETY FEATURES (AUTO SHUT-OFF)

The multiple safety features of this appliance turn off electric power
to the heater when the pressing plate has been left against the
ironing board for about 10 seconds. You will hear a warning beep
and the red power indicator (7) will start flashing. If the pressing plate
(2) is left in the open (up) position without use after approximately 15
minutes, the unit will also be automatically shut-off.

In either case, to restart the unit, you have to press the “ON/OFF”
button (8) again.

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Water Level is too low.

Fill the water tank.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Steam press cannot be
opened with the
handle
Steam press becomes
warm but DOES NOT
remove wrinkles.

Press DOES NOT get
warm.

No Steam

Water drips from the
pressing plate.

The handle will not
move into the
automatic maximum
pressure position
(handle completely
down).

Locking knob is in
locked position

Temperature setting is
not high enough for the
fabric; the piece of
garment is too dry.

Temperature has not
been selected
Press is not plugged
into an outlet.
Automatic Shut-Off is
engaged. The pressing
plate has been left
open for more than 15
minutes (or closed for
more than 10 seconds)

Temperature is set too
low.

Burst of steam button
has been pressed too
long.

Item on the ironing
board is too thick

Turn the locking knob
to the unlocked
position
Gradually increase the
temperature until
obtaining the desired
results; spray water over
the piece of garment.

Make a proper fabric
selection.
Plug the appliance in.

Press “ON/OFF” again.

If suitable for the fabric,
make a selection to a
higher temperature.
Wait for the steam
ready light to come on.
If not, use spray bottle
as directed.
Do not press the burst
of steam button for
more than 5 seconds
continuously.

Keep one hand on
handle and exert light
pressure on thicker
items. Burst more steam
for wrinkles.

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WARRANTY

We suggest that you complete and return the enclosed Product
Registration Card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of
original purchase. However, return of the Product Registration Card is
not a condition of these warranties. You can also fill out this warranty
card online, at the following address: www.KALORIK.com

This KALORIK product is warranted in the U.S.A. for 1 year from the
date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship. This
warranty is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of
purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.

During this period, if the KALORIK product, upon inspection by
KALORIK, is proven defective, it will be repaired or replaced, at
Kalorik’s option, without charge to the customer. If a replacement
product is sent, it will carry the remaining warranty of the original
product.

This warranty does not apply to any defect arising from a buyer's or
user's misuse of the product, negligence, failure to follow KALORIK
instructions noted in the user’s manual, use on current or voltage
other than that stamped on the product, wear and tear, alteration
or repair not authorized by KALORIK, or use for commercial purposes.
There is no warranty for glass parts, glass containers, filter basket,
blades and agitators, and accessories in general. There is also no
warranty for parts lost by the user.

ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS WITH RESPECT TO
THIS PRODUCT IS ALSO LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD.

Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

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