IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your iron, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
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Please read all instructions.
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To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not
immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
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The iron should always be turned to OFF before plugging
or unplugging from outlet. Never yank the cord to
disconnect from the outlet; instead, grasp the plug and
pull to disconnect.
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Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces. Let the iron
cool completely before putting away.
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Loop cord loosely around iron handle when storing.
Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord, or if the
iron has been dropped and damaged. To avoid the risk
of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take
it to an authorized dealer or send it back to Crain for
examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause
a risk of electric shock.
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Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being
used near children. Do not leave the iron unattended.
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Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts.
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This product is intended for use with carpet seaming
tapes ONLY.
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The appliance is not to be used by children or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction.
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The iron must not be left unattended while it is
connected to the supply mains (plugged-in to power).
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When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the
surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
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This is an 800-watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload,
do not operate another high wattage appliance on the
same circuit.
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This iron has a three-prong, grounded plug. It should
be plugged into three-hole outlets. If an adapter is used
to accommodate a two-prong outlet, the adapter wire
must be attached to a known ground. NEVER remove
ground terminal from a three-prong plug.
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If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a
10-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less
FEATURES:
Teflon® Coated Sole Plate:
The sole plate is Teflon®
coated for easy cleaning.
Heating Element:
Uses an “S”-shaped heating element,
creating more uniform heat throughout the sole plate.
Air-Cooled Heat Shield:
At maximum heat setting, the
heat shield stays remarkably cool, at only 260°F. At this
temperature, the heat shield is still hot enough to preheat
the carpet's backing to accept the hot melt adhesive.
Dual Indicator Lights:
Situated on top of the handle, the
lights are easy to read and show both “power-on” and
“heating status”.
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Power-On Light:
Green indicator light, glows when the
iron is plugged into an electric outlet and is in use. If
the Temperature Dial Knob is turned Off, the light will
continue to glow as long as the iron is plugged in.
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Heating Status Light:
Red indicator light, which glows
during the heat-up period, and then turns-off when the
maximum temperature is reached. While operating, the
light will continue going on and off whenever the iron is
reheating itself.
Temperature Dial Knob:
Situated on top of the handle, it is
easy to read. There are four temperature settings, ranging
from 220°F to 420°F.
Table Of Settings:
Dial knob position corresponds to:
#1 = 220°F #2 = 290°F #3 = 360°F #4 = 420°F
USING THE IRON:
Set the temperature dial knob to its highest setting (#4).
Once the iron has heated, adjust the temperature down
to a safe temperature for the kind of carpet and ambient
temperature where you’re installing. Be careful not to
overheat carpets with synthetic backings or yarns, as
shrinking and discoloration may result. If iron is running
too cool, a weak seam may result. A test seam is often a
good idea.
When the proper temperature has been selected, place the
iron between the carpet edges, and on top of the seaming
tape. When the adhesive is thoroughly melted, move the
iron and press the carpet’s backing into the adhesive.
Operating speed varies, depending on carpet construction
and ambient temperature. At maximum temperature, the
iron should seam at 3 to 4 feet per minute.
IRON MAINTENANCE:
Keep your iron clean, preventing residual glue build-up.
Excessive build-up can cause malfunction of internal
mechanisms, undesirable smoke and odor, or fire.
The sole plate of your iron is coated with a self-cleaning
Teflon® material. Do not use a metal iron cleaning device
or any sharp object to remove old adhesive. To remove old
adhesive, let the iron cool completely, and peel off adhesive
by hand. Another method of removing adhesive is to place
the hot iron on a piece of seam tape, then turning the iron
off. Let the iron cool on top of the seam tape. After the
iron has cooled, peel the tape off the base of the iron. This
removes all adhesive from the base quickly and easily.
Angle-Out Tip:
The sole plate has an angle-out tip at the
back, this feature will prevent “dragging-off” the hot melt
adhesive, especially in doorway situations where the iron
is removed by angling it up and out.
12' Power Cord:
The cord is long enough for most average
rooms without using an extension cord.
Swiveling Power Cord:
Positions the cord to the left or the
right to keep it out of the working area behind the iron.
amperage may overheat, causing slow heating of the
iron. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that
it cannot be pulled on or tripped over.
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DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 2
POWER-ON
LIGHT (GREEN)
HEATING
ELEMENT
ONE-PIECE
SOLE PLATE
IRON TRAY
(No. 903)
HEATING STATUS
LIGHT (RED)
SWIVELING
POWER CORD
AIR-COOLED
HEAT SHIELD
GROOVED MODEL
ANGLE-OUT TIP
POWER CORD
ANGLE-OUT TIP
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