SteamFast SF-622 Compact Digital Steam Press

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Product Features

• Digital compact steam press removes wrinkles from all types of clothing
• 5 times larger than ordinary irons and twice as fast; 6-ounce water tank
• Helps eliminate odors and kill germs; variable temperature control
• Auto shut-off for safety; ironing-pad cover and measuring cup included
• Measures 21-1/2 by 14-1/4 by 8-1/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 14.3 x 8.3 inches ; 15 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 15 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001970AEY
• Item model number: SF-622
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #109,623 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Give garments that "fresh from the cleaners" finish with this compact digital steam press. Five times larger than ordinary irons, the unit's pressing area reduces pressing time by 50 percent, which means less fatigue and stress--it can even be operated while sitting. Simply fill the 6-ounce water tank with tap water, turn the unit on, adjust the temperature to the appropriate setting using the digital control panel, and in less than a minute, it's ready to go. Place the item to be steamed on the press board and lower the handle, pulling the top pressing cover down to meet the bottom pressing plate; the appliance exerts just the right amount of pressure to quickly remove stubborn wrinkles from all types of clothing, including pleated skirts, pants, blouses, shirts, and more. It not only steams away wrinkles and produces a professionally creased look, but it also removes smoke and other odors and helps kill germs. In addition, the steam press saves time and money, never requires any type of harsh chemicals, and offers a lightweight (just under 14 pounds), portable, and easy-to-store design. Other highlights include an automatic shut-off system for safety, a die-cast aluminum base, and a 7-foot grounded power cord. A washable ironing-pad cover and a plastic measuring cup come included. The 1300-watt compact digital steam press measures 21-1/2 by 14-1/4 by 8-1/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Product Description

1500 watts, 6-oz water capacity, pressing surface FIVE times the size of regular irons, saves 50% on standard ironing time, powerful steam burst for exceptionally stubborn wrinkles, electronic temperature control, safety auto shut-off device, UL Listed, 3 accessories, 1 year limited warranty

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Does the job but has design flaws, August 3, 2009

By	I. Peters "Miezekatze" (Carrollton, TX USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

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This steam press is a great time saver when pressing/steaming relatively small items such as fabric napkins and the like. The operation is simple and does not require anything more than placing the item on the board and holding down the top for 8 - 10 seconds.

There are, however, a few flaws that prevent me from raving about this product:

1. Amazon's description clearly states that the press only requires tap water but not so. The manual tells you equally clearly that in order to prevent damage to the unit you should only use distilled or demineralized water.

2. In my opinion the top part does not open wide enough to safely put garments on the board while the surfaces are hot. Of course I see that if it opened too much, the heat radiating from the top could be ranging from very uncomfortable to dangerous so I see why the designers let the top only open so much. But I felt that I had to be very careful placing anything in there - especially considering that any piece you put there should be straightened as much as possible in order to prevent pressing unwanted wrinkles into garments thus requiring adjusting and smoothing by hand - and moving hands are at a much greater danger to accidentally hit the hot surfaces. I believe if there were a way to actually lift the top up a bit when opening it, this would greatly improve safety.

3. The manual says if you want to press larger items you should simply put all the fabric behind the board (basically where the hinge is between the top and the bottom), and then pull it out for pressing as you go. For me this only works in theory. This space is very small and I believe one would be hard pressed (no pun intended) to even get a full-size adult blouse or shirt back there. This is apart from what I mentioned under point 2: Trying to reach back there with the top only opening at a relatively small angle just invites injuries to hands and lower arms.

4. The ergonomics of this press also could use some improvement. The on/off switch is not conveniently located in the front of the unit but on the side behind the press, requiring the user to reach over to turn it on or off. Fine when one turns it on, not so great when turning it off and having to reach across the hot press.

Summary:
I like the idea and find it useful for - as mentioned at the beginning - pure linen towels, napkins, handkerchiefs, etc. But anything larger than that requires too much handling around hot surfaces for me to really enjoy this product. So now I'll have to decide whether the fabric holiday napkins once a year actually warrant a product like this...

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Too small surface for anything, August 5, 2009

By	J. Goh (AL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I bought this with high hopes that it can eradicate my ironing blues (or at least shorten ironing time). It does not. While it seems like a good idea - it has design flaws. The opening is not wide enough to place a garment safely. You got to place the clothing on the small area (about the size of a 5 year old pants or a lady's bermuda) - and steam-press the item. However, note that - in order for item to be ironed properly - you would need to use your hand to smooth out the creases on the clothing. You need to smooth out a few times, even when the clothing is hot ... so it's really bad idea. When you do that, you need to be very careful not to get your hand burned if it touch the ironing surface (that is tilted approx 60 degrees?)

Ironing a pair of bermudas will take twice as much time as a normal iron. The outcome of the ironing is not perfect. I think the dryer produce better results. If you plan to iron just small items like underwear or baby's or doll's clothing - it should be good enough - else consider it a piece of junk. Good idea but just way too "compact". I would return this - regret getting it from Amazon lightning deal - did not read the reviews then.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Conveniently Sized Steam Press - Recommended, December 14, 2009

By	CFH "chillnhill" (Blue Ridge Summit, PA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

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"The SteamFast SF-622" is an efficient and conveniently sized compact steam press. We needed a unit what would fit in our tiny laundry room and also be portable enough to take on extended vacations\road trips. Here are my observations -

Pros:
+Small Size
+Heats Up Fast
+Produces a Good Amount of Steam
+Works Better Than Expected - Freshens and removes wrinkles well

Cons:
-Possible to Touch Hot Parts - Use Caution! My wife got a minor burn from sticking her hand in wrong spot
-Instructions Advise to Use Distilled Water - Amazon product description says "Tap Water" can be used

This is a good unit that enables us to skip trips to the dry cleaner and allows us to "spot freshen" clothes before heading out. It's is not perfect but the low cost, ease of use, and convenience makes this a worthwhile appliance for me.

Recommended!

Note (note affecting my rating): The first unit we order came in damaged, but Amazon Customer Service was amazing as they sent a replacement that arrived the next day! Amazon also covered the shipping cost of both the replacement unit and the returned unit.