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I have a Singer MSP 7 ironing press and can no longer open the top. Has anyone had this experience and what was the solution or cause?
On the Singer website, they have a troubleshooting guide they have posted online. One of the questions they gave the answer to was the top will no longer open. Here is their response to your problem and this is what they said to do "Locking knob is in locked position - turn locking knob to open.
It appears that the locking handle release latch is not moving freely. You can try and get a small knife or screwdriver in there to see if you can pop the release on this piece. If you can do this then you can try and put a little oil on the latch to see if it will move freely again. it seems that when you push the release button the latch (which normally is metal) seems to be stuck in the upright position and not moving downward or to the right or left to release the handle so you can open the machine up.
I would like to know if there is a company near Hattiesburg, Mississippi that repairs steam presses. I have a China Feiyue Family 1600W Steam Press.
This what I could find. Machine is under warranty for one year.
Do you have any of the original paperwork? Sometimes these machines have a number to call for service stamped somewhere on the machine.
Maybe one of these are close to you and can service the steam press: Always call first just in case they do or do not work on these but since it may be an unfamiliar brand they may have to see it.
www.google.com/
Or you can always try Sears Service Center for help - always call first:
www.service-center-locator.com/
I have a 2 year old Singer Steam Press ESP-2. It will not open up. I press it down, heard a snap and now it will not budge.
The release button has broken on the inside of the machine. The latch has cracked and now a piece of plastic is in the place where it opens.
I am not getting steam on my Aria 350sp. Does anyone know a fix for this?
The first question would be how old is your machine?
Is it still under warranty?
Did you purchase an extended warranty?
If your answer is yes to any of the above then that is who you need to contact before doing anything else.
You can contact the company but most likely they will direct you to a dealer in your area as they will have contracts and usually the agreement is to send people to the dealer/seller.
reliablecorporation.com/
My Simplicity Digital Press Model SSP400 will not get up to temperature to press anything. It keeps given me an error message. Does anyone know where I can get the item repaired or how to get parts?
This 34" digital quick press pro is discontinued.
I can't find anyone who actually repairs these steam presses. However, I did find a phone number you can call. They might be able to answer your question and tell you where to take your digital press for repair.
mine needs reparing aswell carnt find anyone will keep lookin
This steam press is not working properly, due to water dripping from steam holes. I checked everything and know it needs descaling. How do I do that?
You will descale the machine just like you would descale a steam iron. The best way to do this is to mix 3/4 cup of water with 1/4 cup of vinegar and pour this in the machine. Turn it on for around 5 minutes on the highest heat. Now you will take any cloth that you want and stream press this for a few minutes. You should allow all the water to freely flow through the machine so that it gets all the deposits out of the vents. When you use these types of machines it is recommended that you use distilled water only and not tap water. Tap water will clog the machine and this is why you are having this issue right now.
My steam press is pouring out water instead of steam? Can anybody please advise? Where can you get these repaired?
With thanks.
There are too many variables in what is called a steam press and several brands (commercial and home style) so go with your brand name and ask your question.
They should be able to help you find a service shop in your area.
They can probably also give you a manual which may have the answer you need..
I was trying to clean my presser and was trying to take the screws off where the the steam comes out. I'm stuck because I can't take the 1 screw out in the back of the press.
I would like to know if there's somewhere I can take it like a repair shop to put it back together?There really are no repair shops for irons. You could look for a private handyman to do it. It would not cost much. Look in the yellow pages of your phone book.
I have a steam press, but it is not producing any steam. It does not have a steam button on it, all there is, is the temperature dial.
It does not have a manual as it was given to me. I do not know if it could be limescale and if it is how do I clean it?I'm not sure what model you have but I have not seen a manual for a Hinari - it is possible another make of steam press will be similar. I have an older Singer and my steam button is on the handle but it has to be on cotton (hot) for steam to work.
I cannot remove my water tank so I just run vinegar through it keep it clean and just use distilled water.
Have you been able to remove you water tank? If so, maybe a good cleaning would help. If you cannot locate a steam button then try the setting on high and see if that helps.
I do not know where you live but I found some Hinari steam presses for sale on eBay in the UK. Take a look at the listings and if any one of them looks similar to yours then go on the site and find the "ask seller a question" and send them a message and ask if they could look at the machine and maybe help you. Most sellers are nice and may be able to help you.
Does the plate have holes? Does it have a container to fill it with water? If yes, then it has steam but without a button. Otherwise, it's not a steam press. Just a press.
I have been given a home steam ironing press, but no instructions. It seems self explanatory, but I can't get any steam. Any ideas?
By JanetD
It requires a pinch or 1/8 tsp. of salt to make it steam.
You might have sediment clogging it up. Take it to the sink and disassemble. Unscrew the small drainage valve on the side at the bottom and flush through with clean cold water.
My presser just gets hot on one side; what should I do?
You must have a loose wire. Can you contact the customer service department for help?
When any machine has electrical problems, I usually recommend taking to a repair shop but there are just not that many repair shops for steam press.
Probably because there are not many calls for repairs but you could try Google with 'steam press repair and your zip.
You may not need the brand name as most machines are probably closely related and repairs similar.
You might try your brand name machine on Google to see if the company has a service department that you can call or email with your question.
They will need the model number.
They should be able to give you the name of a service shop that hopefully will be within driving distance.
Where can I purchase a new water reservoir for my steam press 2 by Singer?
By Cindy
Singer steam press switches off when temperature is selected.
It is difficult to find a repair shop for steam presses but Singer does have a web site with free manuals and support contact information.
My Singer Magic Press cap-1 steam press was working in good order and suddenly the light and temperature went off, nothing happens. What can I do? I checked the connections and fuse.
The switch may be gone or the inner wiring corroded/burnt. You may have to get a new one.
I purchased an Elna Press Graffiti steam press about 2 yrs ago, it worked great. I can't imagine not having one since I discovered how handy they are. Well, last year (end of 2010) it just stopped powering on. I have been missing using it badly, a regular iron just isn't the same.
I replaced the plug because I thought it might be that but still no power. I unscrewed the casing and looked inside to see if I could notice any obvious sign of damage or whatever, but I really have no clue as to what each item should look like. Nothing I could visually see looked burnt out or anything, but I haven't tested anything else. I can possibly get a hold of a voltage tester thing, but need to know what I may need to check out. I wish I knew of a cheap repair center locally, but have no idea how to search/find a small appliance repair center. I thought maybe I could try a hand at it myself.
Any thoughts or ideas of what may be wrong with my machine?
Thanks.
By Jcs Muffin
www.oksewingandvacuum.com/
Let your fingers do the walking and start here it is in Nebraska but I Googled Elna press grafitti and got a bunch including your listing here, try it and ask questions. If you have the book it has a schematic in it of everything and where it is and some trouble shooting directions as well. Good luck.
My mega stem press iron has stopped heating half way through my ironing. I've turned it off and on again but it didn't heat up. Can the thermostat break? The lights are all coming on, but it does not heat. I am devastated cos it cost so much and I am totally converted to steam presses now. Please help someone. Any suggestions?
By lizk
My presser is locked shut and I am unable to open it. Could someone please tell me how I can open it? I am sure that something broke inside the knob where you lock and unlock it.
By SMW from Waukesha, WI
The heat will come on and heat up for all settings, but after the yellow light comes on a very little time passes until the power will shut down. This has happened on the lowest setting to the highest setting. By opening the presser and closing it again the cycle will start again.
By David
I have a Magic Steam Press 7, we changed out the circuit board. Now when opening it up to use it, you have to press down on the top left side to open it as it seems to be jamming up for some reason. Anyone have any solutions?
By Linda W
I am trying to repair a Singer Magic Steam Press 7. I have noticed that the on/off switch is not working right. The electricity is running through to make the light turn on, but the iron won't heat up. Where can I buy a replacement on/of switch (P/N 28408400) for a Singer Magic Steam Press 7 that I am trying to repair?
By R. V.
I have a Magic Steam Press 7 - great machine, but it has just started to leak boiling water from the press when you lift it. This can be nasty if you have your hands underneath. Any clues as to how I fix this please?
By Nigel Thomas from Betws y Coed, Wales
How do I open the Singer steam press to install a new water tank?
By Sandy from Arlington, TX
Where can I get a fabric steam press repaired?
Monica from Charleston, SC
