Instruction manual for the Elnapress 320 ironing press
Contents Important safety instructions p. 4 Main parts p. 7 Opening and closing the press p. 8 Power supply p. 8 Turning the Elnapress on and setting the temperature. p. 9 Safety features p. 9 Spray bottle p. 10 Pressing hints p. 11 Preparing your laundry p. 12 Storing your Elnapress p. 13 Maintenance p. 14 Technical specifications p. 15 Basic ironing Doilies Tablecloth Trouser Shirt T-shirt p. 16 p. 16 p. 18 p. 19 p. 21 Touching up Pleated skirt Jacket p. 22 p.
Important safety instructions Read all instructions before using your Elnapress. The ironing press is intended for household use only. In order to avoid any risk of electrical shock, burns, fire or personal injury : • Always lock the Elnapress before carrying, moving or storing. • Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid. • Do not use the Elnapress if it has fallen or been damaged. Do not try to disassemble or repair it yourself. Take it to a qualified person to be checked or repaired.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Elnapress 320! With your new Elnapress we are certain that you will find ironing quicker, easier and more efficient. The Elnapress has been designed to provide you with a professional finish on all items you press. Use this instruction manual to learn the techniques that will help you maximise the benefits of your Elnapress. Study the illustrations to ensure proper placement of your articles and application of the Elnapress and its accessories.
Main parts 1. Movable heating shoe 6. ON/OFF switch 2. Padded ironing board 7. Temperature control dial 3. Fixed handle (To open and close the press) 8. Thermostat light 9. Spray bottle 4. Movable handle (To apply ironing pressure) 10. Electronic security with safety buzzer 5.
Opening and closing the press Power supply Slide the safety lock to the right to unlock. The specification plate (located under the base) indicates the voltage of the ironing press. Make sure this voltage corresponds to the voltage you are using. Always use both handles when opening and closing the Elnapress. With your left hand, use the fixed handle to raise and lower the heating shoe. (Operating the press this way keeps your hand from accidentally touching the heating shoe while pressing.
Turning the Elnapress on and setting the temperature Once you have opened the Elnapress, press the ON/OFF switch to switch the press on. The green and red LED will illuminate to indicate that the Elnapress is in the process of heating. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired setting. When the correct temperature has been reached, the red light will go off.
Spray bottle The spray bottle allows items to be dampened before and during pressing. The spray bottle disperses a mist of water over the surface to be pressed. When the heating shoe is lowered, the mist is converted into steam, which penetrates the fibres of the material. The spray bottle uses regular tap water. Note : Do not fill the spray bottle with starch or perfumed products.
Pressing hints As a general rule, pressing can be done in the same way as ironing. If necessary, pin items to the padded board, but be sure not to use plastic head pins. Note : After pressing with starch be sure to clean the heating shoe with a damp cloth. Do not fill the water spray with starch. Dry Press synthetic fabrics, nylon, silk, etc. at a low temperature (with a dry pressing cloth if necessary).
Preparing your laundry Begin with items requiring the lowest temperature setting and press the most delicate items first. Increase the temperature according to the items you are pressing. Two Golden Rules of pressing : 1) Get in the habit of correctly positioning the item in the large open space behind the ironing board. 2) Always pull the item towards you while pressing. Position the item on the ironing board, being careful not to touch the heating shoe. Lower the heating shoe.
Storing your Elnapress Turn the Elnapress off by pressing the ON/OFF switch until the green and red LEDs lights go off. Unplug the mains lead from both the press and the wall socket. While the press is still hot, open and close several times to dry the board cover. Note : Do not close or lock the Elnapress before it has cooled down completely. The heating shoe should be cleaned as needed, and the padding foam and board cover should be regularly replaced. The board cover can be washed at 60°.
Maintenance Padding foam and Board Cover Padding foam flattens after prolonged use, and your pressing results will be unsatisfactory. If the press does not open and close properly or the padding foam begins to hang off the board, replace the padding foam. The board cover can be laundered (60 degrees) and should be replaced when it becomes worn. Cleaning the Heating Shoe The heating shoe needs occasional cleaning to remove dry cleaning chemicals, thread fibres and any other residue.
Technical specifications Electrical input 1000 watts / 230V 1000 watts / 120V (For USA and CANADA only) 700 watts / 100V (For JAPAN only) Voltages 100V, 120V (For JAPAN, USA and CANADA only) or 220-240V Dimensions of the ironing board 62 x 25 cm (243/4 x 10 in) Ironing level above table top 10 cm (4 in) Overall Dimensions Accessories for separate purchase 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Vapojet system Cleaning stick Protective cover Padding foam Protective liquid (for aluminium heating shoe only) 6) Small ironing
For all ironing, use your vaporiser as necessary. For cotton items it is generally helpful to give your vaporiser a few squirts each time before lowering the heating shoe. Do not use the vaporiser for applications and special fabrics. Basic ironing Doilies You can press multiple items at one time because of the large surface of the heating shoe and ironing board. Tablecloth Fold the length of fabric in either half or thirds and place on the ironing board.
Move the tablecloth forward towards you. Press. Continue moving forward until the entire item is pressed. To store, fold it, place it on the ironing board and close the press. Apply mini-pressure. If necessary, refold the tablecloth to press any areas that were hanging off the sides of the ironing board. Repeat the pressing procedure. Use this same method for most large items, such as duvet covers, bed sheets, pillowcases, table runners, towels, blankets, quilts, etc.
Trouser Waistband : ironing board Place the top of the trousers on the press and spray with the vaporiser. Use the ironing cushion or the board to press the waistband. Waistband : cushion Place the waistband around the board. Arrange the pleats. Press. Use mini pressure if only lightly wrinkled. Rotate to press entire waistband. Waistband : cushion Place the trousers on the ironing board. Use the cushion to move around the waistband and to fan out the shape.
Crotch Area : ironing board Place the inside of the crotch area on the board, facing up. Align with the slanted left side of the board. Press. Legs : ironing board Place top of one trouser leg half way on the ironing board. Press front crease. Place bottom of same trouser leg half way on the ironing board. Allow the hem or cuff to hang off the end of the board. Press. Follow the same method for pressing the back crease. To press trousers without creases, see Jeans, page 25.
Cuffs : ironing board Place the cuffs and plackets around the edges of the ironing board. Arrange any pleats. Press. Sleeves : ironing board Place the garment to the left side of the press with the collar towards you. Place the first sleeve on the ironing board with the curve of the garment fitted to the curve of the board (the second sleeve will lay in front of the press off the board). Press. Remove first sleeve and place second sleeve on board. Press.
Collar : ironing board Place the collar on the board, spray and press. Shirt Tail : ironing board Button the garment and place shirt tail squarely on the ironing board. Press. Hang the shirt on a hanger, or if you prefer to fold it, it is a good idea to let it cool and then fold on the ironing board. Note : Use the ironing cushion to retouch any area. This procedure can also be applied to other fitted garments such as : blouses, fitted shirts, jackets, etc.
Touching up Pleated skirt Pleats : ironing board Slip the skirt over the board. Arrange the pleats. Press. Pleats may need to be pinned to the ironing board cover. Do not use plastic head pins. Jacket To touch up a jacket or blazer follow the same procedure as with a shirt. Sleeves without creases : Fold the sleeve on the seam line and place the seam line flat on the board. Allow the top edge of the sleeve to hang off the edge of the board. Press.
Children’s clothing : flounces on little girls’ dresses or tiny tops with or without gathers Ties : Place the tie lengthwise on the board and apply mini-pressure. Ribbons, straps : There are two ways to proceed. Place them horizontally on the board and press or close the press and pull the ribbon or strap through it. Shorts : Proceed as for jeans or trousers. Use the cushion to do detailed areas, such as pockets, buttons and zippers.
Elnapress accessory Cushion Tops without a full front opening : Lay garment flat on the ironing board. Insert cushion under the front opening. Press. Use the cushion to iron delicate yokes or other difficult to reach areas. Note : Items such as this may only need mini pressure. For touching up areas or ironing difficult corners you can use the cushion to move directly across the heating shoe.
Special techniques Jeans/Denim To press legs without creases, fold the leg on the seam line and place the seam line flat on the board. Allow the other side of the leg to hang off the edge. Move the leg to the other seam line and repeat the procedure. Press the waistband, top and pockets the same as for trousers. Velvet Place the fabric right side face down on the ironing board. Press using mini pressure. Applying full pressure will crush the pile. (If desired, use a slightly dampened pressing cloth.
Elastic Elasticized waist or yoke : Place the waist or yoke around the board and stretch so that the fabric lays flat. Lower the heating shoe before releasing the elastic. Fitted Sheets : Place the corner around the curved end of the ironing board. Using your right hand, pull on the sheet to stretch flat. Press. Repeat for all four corners. Insert one corner into another. Press the edges between the corners, moving the edges from left to right.
Applications & Embellishments Fusible patches Measure the patch area and cut the patch larger than the area measured. Place the patch on the garment. See the manufacturer’s directions for fusing time. Interfacing Cut the interfacing without seam allowances and trim away any corners. Place the interfacing adhesive side down onto the wrong side of the fabric. See the manufacturer’s directions for fusing time. Press, using a pressing cloth.
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