WK 32/07 Manual drafted in compliance with EC Directive 98/37, Annex I, paragraph 1.7.

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Manufacturer
GHIDINI BENVENUTO s.r.l.
Product
Press - P 88
Year
2007
Certification
Users and
Maintenance
Manual
ENGLISH
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CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION
2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
4 TECHNICAL FEATURES
5 MACHINE COMPONENTS
6 MACHINE UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
7 INSTUCTIONS FOR USE
8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND SOLVING
9 PRECAUTIONS
10 DISPOSAL
11 HAZARDOUS USE
12 OVERALL DIMENSIONS AND DRAWINGS
13 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
14 HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS
15 HANDLING AND TRANSPORT
16 WARRANTY
17 CONFORMITY DECLARATION
1 INTRODUCTION

The present users and maintenance manual refers to the press P 88.
It is possible to receive the latest release from our Technical Commercial Department or by visiting our website
www.ghidini-gb.it.

The present users and maintenance manual contains important information for the operators health safeguard and
safety.
This manual has to be read and kept carefully, in order to be always at the operators disposal in case of need.

Ghidini s.r.l. cannot be held liable for any damage to things or injury to persons caused by improper use of the
machine in contrast with these instructions.
Any possible modifications effected on the components of the machine or its different use without prior written
authorization by Ghidini s.r.l., relieve the latter of injury to persons and / or damages to things, voiding any warranty
bindings, as well.
2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The press P 88 is suitable for the ironing and smoothing of all kind of fabrics and leathers, removing any creases
due to prior treatments.
The working surface (board) is very functional even for the ironing of non-leather garments, thanks to its specially
designed shape, able to meet any requirements (see paragraph 12).
On the front panel, it is possible to regulate the thrust pressure, as well as the working cycle times (if equipped with
timers).
Furthermore, the press is available in several versions, featuring a built-in vacuum unit, boiler, and/or compressor,
a steam iron, an up-steaming lower and/or upper board, the operation by pedal or by push-buttons, a safety frame
(compulsory for the version with pedals), timers.
3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION

A tag placed on the back of the machine indicates type, serial number, year of construction, supply voltage and
pressures, as well as the electric consumption.
4 TECHNICAL FEATURES

TECHNICAL FEATURES (BASIC version)
Board type U3 UGP-GP B-V1 CP
Power supply 220/380V-3Ph-50Hz
Compressed-air supply 6 10 bar
Air working pressure 7 bar
Air consumption 45 Nl/min
Steam pressure 4,5 bar
Steam consumption 14 25 Kg/h 14 25 Kg/h 8 12 Kg/h 10 14 Kg/h
Sound intensity level <70 dB(A)
Working temperature +5 +80 C
Working humidity 90 % max.
Storing temperature - 20 +50 C
Net dimensions (mm) 1370x1070x1500 1620x1070x1500 1100x1070x1500 1100x1070x1500
Net weight 265 Kg 275 Kg 194 Kg 240 Kg
Overall dimensions (packaging
included)
1450x1200x1460 mm
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Gross weight (packaging included) 345 Kg 355 Kg 274 Kg 320 Kg
TECHNICAL FEATURES (featuring a BUILT-IN VACUUM UNIT)
Board type U3 UGP-GP B-V1 CP
Vacuum-unit motor 0,5 Hp
Discharged air volume 350 m 400 m 350 m 350 m
Sound intensity level <70 dB(A)
Net weight 275 Kg 285 Kg 204 Kg 250 Kg
Gross weight (packaging included) 355 Kg 365 Kg 284 Kg 330 Kg
TECHNICAL FEATURES (featuring a BUILT-IN VACUUM UNIT and a BOILER)
Board type U3 UGP-GP B-V1 CP
Vacuum-unit motor 0,5 Hp
Discharged air volume 400 m 400 m 350 m 350 m
Boiler heater 8 10 12 15 18 Kw
Pump motor 0,75 Hp
Sound intensity level <70 dB(A)
Net weight 315 Kg 325 Kg 244 Kg 290 Kg
Gross weight (packaging included) 395 Kg 405 Kg 324 Kg 370 Kg
TECHNICAL FEATURES (featuring a BUILT-IN VACUUM UNIT, a BOILER and a COMPRESSOR)
Board type U3 UGP-GP B-V1 CP
Vacuum-unit motor 0,5 Hp
Discharged air volume 400 m 400 m 350 m 350 m
Boiler heater 8 10 12 15 18 Kw
Pump motor 0,75 Hp
Compressor motor 2 Hp
Sound intensity level <70 dB(A)
Net overall dimensions (mm) 1370x1070x1500 1620x1070x1500 1370x1070x1500 1370x1070x1500
Net weight 352 Kg 362 Kg 284 Kg 330 Kg
Gross weight (packaging included) 432 Kg 442 Kg 364 Kg 410 Kg

WARNING: The machine must not be supplied with other voltages and pressures than those indicated on the
table.
5 MACHINE COMPONENTS

The machine features the following main components:

Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 38A024 Vacuum pedal for lower board 12 43A045
Circuit breaker (optional with
compressor)
2 38A024 Steam pedal for lower board 13 38A024 Blowing pedal for lower board (option)
3 38A024
Lowering and steam pedal for upper
board
14 38A024
Second vacuum pedal for lower board
(option)
4 35B009 Pressing pressure regulator 15 38A024 Lowering pedal for upper board
5 E-61 Reset push button for safety frame 16 43B009 Vacuum pedal for lower board
6 E-73
Pressure gauge for steam circuit 0/10
bar (optional with boiler)
17 E-62 Emergency button cycle stop
7 35A003
Pressure gauge for compressor 0/16
bar (optional with compressor)
18 38A013 Steam control valve for upper board
8 38A012
Locking and releasing valve for upper
board
19 E-61
Lowering and steam push-button for
upper board
9 E-77
Filter-reducer-lubricator unit for
compressed air
20 E-61 Lowering push-button for upper board
10 35A003
Pressure gauge for pressing pressure
0/16 bar
21 E-61 Releasing push-button for upper board
11 35A003
Pressure gauge for compressed air
network pressure of 0/16 bar
22 E-61
Push-button for the release of the
upper board and for the safety frame
reset
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P 88 AP two up-steaming boards P 88 AP with lower up-steaming board


P 88 AP with timers and two up-steaming boards P 88 AP CP


P 88 AP CP with timers

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PB 88 AB two up-steaming boards PB 88 AB two up-steaming boards+safety frame


PB 88 AB lower up-steaming board+safety frame PB 88 AB with timers and two up-steaming boards



PB 88 AB CP P 88 AB CP with timers

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VACUUM UNIT FOR PRESS


VACUUM UNIT FOR
COLLAR&CUFFS
PRESS


Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 51C004 Brass nut M10 14 534274 Spring
2 184156 Valve shutoff 15 184408 Guide nut for spring
3 183232 Shutoff seat 16 35C012 Cylinder 20 x 25
4 244246 Gasket 17 35D006 Adjustable silencer 1/8 G
5 184454 Brass rod 10 x 560 18 38A017 One-way regulator 1/8 G
6 Z14C00 Complete spotting shape 19 36B007 Nipple1/8 G
7 163433 Plate 20 51C002 Flat nut M8
8 173298 Net 21 514050 Push nut for rod
9 342099 Shape body 22 173365 Cylinder support
10 173427 Spotting shape support 23 51X006 Clamp 80/100
11 173366 Cover for spotting shape connection 24 03D001 Flexible aluminium tube 90
12 173052 Vacuum valve body 25 42C011 Vacuum unit
13 184344 Rod guide screw 26 173050 Vacuum valve body
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BOARD MOVEMENT UNIT CONTROLLED BY PUSH BUTTONS


BOARD MOVEMENT UNIT CONTROLLED BY PEDAL

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Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 51P005 Elastic Seeger ring 20E 183288 Tie rod L190
2 174096 Bottom spring joint
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183287 Tie rod L160
533184 Spring for PB 88 CP 15 35C002 Cylinder DE D100x200
533185 Spring for PB 88 B 16 38A020 Rapid discharge valve G1/4
533182 Spring for PB 88 GP, UGP 17 36B010 Nipple G1/2 G1/4
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533183 Spring for PB 88 U3, UGP 18 35D003 Silencer G1/4 Nylon

4 38A010 Locking and releasing valve 19 36C003 Tee G1/2
5 175001 Valve support bracket 20 36B004 Nipple G1/2
6 184405 Arm shaft 21 38A021 Rapid discharge valve G1/2
7 60B001 Roller bearing 22 51P006 Elastic Seeger ring 35I
8 184403 Cylinder shaft 23 60H002 J ointed support
9 344324 Cams 24 161068 Supporting arm for upper board
10 174003 Upper tension rod for spring 25 160037 Press frame
11 184404 Shock absorbing shaft 26 60H001 Cylinder joint M20x1,5
12 60B005 Ball bearing 27 342095 Cylinder support
13 183367 Fixing flange for upper board



AUTOMATIC LEVEL CONTROL

art. 49A002 art. 49A001



Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 43D014 Micro-switch 1 43D013 Micro-switch
2 244236 Flange gasket 2 244236 Flange gasket
3 49G001 Float 3 49G001 Float


















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VISUAL LEVEL INDICATOR


Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 37C001 Two cocks 4 53A001 Clips for glass protection
2 244243 Gaskets 5 234218 Glass protection L.115
3 52G001 Glass L.142


HEATER FLANGE 200


Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 50A015 Screw M14 x 30 ASTM-A193-B7 213159 Heater V230 Kw2,7
2 24E002 Washer 215102 Heater V115 Kw3,3
3 183271 Flange 200 with ISPESL certificate 213149 Heater V230 Kw3,3
4 183268 Flange 200 213150 Heater V400 Kw3,3
5 244348 Gasket 213151 Heater V230 Kw4
213145 Heater V230 Kw1,3 213152 Heater V400 Kw4
212159 Heater V230 Kw2 213153 Heater V230 Kw5
213147 Heater V230 Kw2,3 213154 Heater V400 Kw5
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213148 Heater V400 Kw2,3
6
213155 Heater V230 Kw6

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STEAM UNIT FOR PRESS WITH BUILT-IN BOILER

Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 38F001 Check valve G3/8 200095 Boiler drum lt.15 TV
2 275010 Cover for condensation separator 200096 Boiler drum lt.15 ISPESL
3 202052 Condensation separator
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200076 Boiler drum lt.15 PED
4 E-23 Steam solenoid valve for iron 13 E-04 Heater flange 200
5 172105
Steam connection and condens. return
unit
14 36E006 Cable hose
6 35A002 Pressure gauge 0/10 bar 15 174356 Water filter
7 37E001 Cock for pressure gauge support 16 E-53/E-55 Water pump
38S004 Safety valve G1/2 17 E-22 Complete water solenoid valve
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38S008 Safety valve G1/2 TV 18 E-74 Check valve
9 E-02 Automatic level control 19 45G001 Pressure switch
10 E-03 Visual level indicator 20 413258 J ointed flexible tube G3/8 x 700mm
11 37B001 Gate valve for boiler exhaust G1/2

STEAM UNIT FOR PRESS WITHOUT BOILER

Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
1 38F001 Check valve G3/8 5 38F004
Condensate discharge with inverted bucket
G1/2
2 275010 Cover for condensation separator 6 37A001 Gate valve G1/4
3 202052 Condensation separator 7 413258 J ointed flexible tube G3/8 x 700
4 E-23 Compl. steam solenoid valve for iron 8 172105 Steam connection and condens. return unit
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STEAM IRON TYPE U



































Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION Pos. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION
4365 45A005 Thermostat with thermal fuse 224 222056 Handle
720 184453 Fixing screw for body 223 184457 Fixing screw for handle
704 253297 Hand protection plate 222 514057 Fixing nut for body
520 224217 Hand wheel 221 514056 Nut for handle rod
519 173236 Micro-switch support 220 534288 Hand wheel spring
518 22K038 Cap for body screw 218 184455 Fixing screw for body
517 224217 Sheathing 216 172057 Handle support
516 304284 Micro-switch wires 209 514055 Nut for terminal board
515 43D009 Micro-switch complete of wires and sheathing 208 304282 Electrical wiring for heater-thermostat
514 43K007 Micro-switch case 207 304281 Electrical wiring for thermostat-terminal board
513 184451 Micro-switch screw 206 304280 Electrical wiring for heater-terminal board
510 264350 Plate 33 224255 Cable holder for plug
406 253255 Body 31 224260 Wire clamp
405/1 174020 Thermostat column 30 224215 Little spring
402 174019 Body column 29 Z23E01 Stiffened Teflon shoe
401 253254 Plate with heater 18 25A002 Water spray gun
248 184449 Isolating washers 12 224210 Cable holder
247 174018 Earth spacer 11 51X005 Clip
246 22K037 Micro-switch cap 10 Z23C00 Electric wire
245 22K036 Nut cap 9 07A002 Silicone hose
244 514058 Nut for rear cover 8 07A001 Rubber hose
242 224245 Rubber cap for wire holder 7 43H009 Plug by Ilme
230 184448 Indented washer 6 43H002 Plug by Wieland
229 222133 Rear cover 5 174009 J ointed iron hanger
228 184450 U-bolt screw 3 364297 Cable hose
227 174353 Fixing U-bolt 1 Z23E00 Teflon shoe
225 183255 Handle rod
TECHNICAL FEATURES
Power supply 220V 50 Hz
Iron heater 0,830 Kw
Working temperature +5 +80 C
Working humidity 90 % max.
Storing temperature - 20 +50 C
Net weight 1,8 Kg
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6 MACHINE UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

WARNING: The unit must be installed, opened, and repaired by fully qualified technicians only.

6.1 UNPACKING
Find the most suitable place for the installation of the machine, then remove the packaging. Make sure that the
machine has not been damaged during the transport and the storage.
The packaging material does not require any special precautions for its disposal, for it is not dangerous or polluting
at all. Please refer to the local regulations for its disposal.
6.2 MACHINE INSTALLATION
The machine has not to be anchored to the floor, except for the installation on means of transport. Use the specially
designed holes on the bedplate for its correct fixing.
In order to guarantee a correct use and operation, as well as an easy maintenance, leave enough free space
around the machine
Do not place the machine in dangerous and/or explosive/inflammable places.
6.3 ELECTRICAL WIRING
The electrical wiring must be carried out as indicated on the drawing. Check that the supply voltage and the
frequency correspond to those indicated on the rating plate.
The dimensions of the supply cable must suit the machine absorption and comply with the current regulations.
It is advisable to install a switch with fuses or a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker. Put the cable into the cable
holder, and then tighten. Connect the cable to the feeder line terminals on the control panel, as shown on the
drawing of the present manual.
Check the rotation direction of the motors; if not correct, invert two of the three input phases with each other.
6.4 COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION (only for machines without compressor)
The connection to the central compressed air supply must be carried out by means of a G 3/8 Gas threading
placed on the back of the machine.
Use a pipe having an internal of at least 10mm and with a network pressure of maximum 10 bar (otherwise
mount a pressure reducer). Install an on-off valve allowing the disconnection of the power supply.
The machine features a pressure reducer, a lubricator, a filter, and a condensation separator (low-boy) with an
exhaust valve placed underneath the bucket. The valve discharges the condensation automatically in case of lack
of pressure, please be reminded therefore to shut off the air supply at the end of your work. In case of high work
pace, check periodically the condensation level in the filter bucket. If necessary, carry out the discharge manually,
by opening the valve placed underneath the same. Check at regular intervals the oil level inside the lubricator and
carry out the filling up with a suitable oil for pneumatic circuits, by opening the screw on top of the unit (before this
operation, discharge the pressure from the installation).
The screw placed on top of the lubricator unit regulates the oil inlet into the pneumatic circuit: by turning it
clockwise, the oil volume let into the circuit is reduced, and by turning it anticlockwise, it is increased.
Adjust the screw in order to assure one drop of oil every fifty working cycles.
6.5 WATER CONNECTION AND BOILER EXHAUST (only for machines with built-in boiler)
Connect the water pipes to the hose fitting 12 of the machine. Install an on-off valve and a filter on the water inlet,
which has to be closed each evening, in order to avoid any water sucks into the boiler. Connect the gate valve of
the boiler exhaust (featuring a 1/2 Gas-threading) to the drainage system.

6.6 STEAM SUPPLY CONNECTION (only for machines without boiler)
Connect the machine to a central steam supply as follows:
Connect a pipe with a G 1/2 gas threading to the top part of the steam outlet of the central unit and place an on-
off-valve close to the machine. Afterwards, connect a pipe with an internal diameter of at least 15 mm to the steam
intake (1/2 Gas) of the machine. For the condensation return, provide a pipe with exactly the same features of
the steam pipe, and install a condensation discharge with filter close to the machine, followed by an on-off valve
and a check valve.
For the connection to the check valve, use a pipe with an internal diameter of at least 15 mm. The steam pressure
must be of max. 6 bar.
Do not bend the pipes at right angles, but at least with a 50 mm radius. Make sure that the pipes have an even
incline, especially the one for the condensation return.
Do not use traps, fittings or gate valves with a smaller diameter than the pipe, itself. The piping must not exceed
2.5 meters. The hole of the condensation return has to be at least 150 mm higher than the water level inside the
boiler.

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1 =Gate valve 2 =Condensation discharge 3 =Condensation separator
4 =Check valve 5 =Steam generator 6 =Condensate recovery tank

WARNING: After having carried out all the connections, make sure that pipes and cables are protected against any
possible hits and are suitably fixed and isolated.
7 INSTUCTIONS FOR USE

7.1 PUTTING INTO OPERATION
The whole unit can be used, opened and repaired by qualified technicians only.
It is forbidden to use the machine if flooded by liquids or in particularly aggressive or explosive/inflammable
places.
Do not ignore the dangers for the operators health and follow the hygienic and safety regulations.
Make sure to use suitable pipes for the corresponding working pressures.
Check that the electrical wiring is carried out correctly according to the current regulations, and that the
fuse blocks are closed and complete of fuses.
Verify if the control and safety devices of the boiler (pressure gauge, pressure switch, and safety valve) are
intact.
Make sure that the gate valve of the boiler exhaust is correctly closed.
7.2 PRELIMINARY STEPS TO CARRY OUT BEFORE EACH STARTING
Check if the machine is intact.
Machines with boiler:
o Open the on-off valve of the water feeding.
o Turn on the main switch of the machine.
o Press the boiler button.
o The warning light of the water supply switches on automatically (the water starts running into the
boiler).
o Once the water has reached the required level (see also visual indicator) the relevant warning light
switches off automatically, whereas the boiler heater and the relevant warning light turn on.
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o After a few minutes the boiler reaches the working pressure of 4.5 bar (check the pressure on the
pressure gauge), the relevant warning light switches off automatically.
o The generator is now ready to supply steam.
Machines without boiler::
o Check if the machine is connected to the central steam supply.
o Turn on the main switch of the machine.
Machines with steam iron:
o Turn on the iron switch.
o Adjust the temperature of the iron by turning the hand-wheel within the steam section.
o Exclude the steam output of the iron, if not necessary, by means of the corresponding switch.
Machines with compressor:
o Make sure that the air cock is open and that there is no air left inside the tank.
o Turn on the power supply switch of the compressor.
o Pull the button on the upper cover of the pressure switch upwards.
Warning: To stop the compressor, do not cut off the power supply, but push the pressure switch
button down, in order to discharge the excess air inside the cylinder automatically for the next
starting. For operations in an ambient temperature below 0C, the compressed air inside the tank
must completely be discharged prior to every starting.
Machines without compressor:
o Check the connection to the central compressed air supply.
Once the machine is connected and turned on, you just have to set the working parameters (see relevant
paragraph).
Wait a few minutes until the machine has reached the required working temperature.
Check, if the steam circuit is running regularly, by pressing and releasing several times the steam button.
Some condensation may come out at the beginning. Pressing the steam button repeatedly will facilitate a
quicker steam discharge.
Pay attention to the danger of burns during these operations.
If the machine is new or has not been used for a long time, it is advisable to carry out some ironing cycles
without any garments.
7.3 ADJ USTMENTS AND SETTINGS
Adjust the closing pressure of the boards by means of the relevant handle.
Regulate the steam output of the iron by means of the cock placed on the solenoid valve. By turning the
knob clockwise, the steam output is reduced, by turning it anticlockwise it increases.
Adjust the steam iron temperature by turning the relevant handwheel to the desired section.
Machines with timer controlled working cycles:

STEAM HUMIDIFCATION VACUUM

o - Set the scale selector to 01-1.
o - Warning light (on =in operation).
o - Selector for the operating mode: Set to B for the Collar&Cuffs version; for all the other
versions set to A for the steam and vacuum timer and to B for the pause timer of the
humidification.
o - Set the time unit selector to S (seconds).
o - Knob for the adjustment of the operating time (maximum 10 seconds with the previous
settings).


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7.4 USE OF MACHINES WITH LOWERING OF THE UPPER BOARD BY PUSH BUTTONS
The lowering of the upper board is controlled by two push-buttons placed on the machine table, which have
to be pressed both at the same time.
By pressing only the left-hand push-button the steaming of the upper board is put into operation.
The opening of the upper board is controlled by the rightmost push-button placed on the table.
If the press features a safety-frame (optional for the control by push-button), the button controlling the
opening of the board is also used to reset the safety frame if previously released.
The vacuum is controlled by pedal or by the switch placed on the control panel. It is possible to install on
request a second vacuum pedal.
The steaming of the lower board is controlled by the corresponding pedal.
The application of the blowing device controlled by a corresponding pedal, is also available on request.
The versions featuring timers for the ironing cycles are supplied with a panic button placed on the table:
upon pressing, it interrupts the ironing cycle and opens the upper board. The timer-controlled ironing cycle
is started by means of the corresponding switch, but only upon complete closing of the upper board.
7.5 USE OF MACHINES WITH LOWERING OF THE UPPER BOARD BY PEDAL
The lowering of the upper board is controlled by a corresponding pedal. If pushed upon completely lowered
board, it starts the steaming of the latter.
The machine features a safety-frame, which opens the upper board immediately if actuated. To reset the
regular operation of the machine, press the left-hand reset button of the table.
The locking of the closed board is effected by keeping the lowering pedal pushed down and by operating
the valve lever installed on the left-hand side of the arm supporting the upper board (once the board is
locked, take away your foot from the pedal). The same lever is used to open the board after the ironing
operation. For the versions featuring timers, this valve controls the start of a timed ironing cycle, if
previously actuated by the corresponding switch.
The vacuum is controlled either by pedal or by the switch on the control panel. On request, it is possible to
install a second vacuum pedal.
The steaming of the lower board is controlled by the corresponding pedal.
The application of the blowing device controlled by a corresponding pedal is also available on request.
The versions featuring timers for the ironing cycles are supplied with a panic button placed on the table:
upon pressing, it interrupts the ironing cycle and opens the upper board. The ironing cycle controlled by
timer is started by means of the corresponding switch, but only upon complete closing of the upper board.
If the ironing cycle is excluded, the steaming of the upper board is actuated by the valve lever installed on
the right-hand side of the arm supporting the upper board.




Main switch
Warning light
Presence of voltage
Iron switch
Switch for the timed
cycle start
Vacuum/blowing switch
Water supply
warning light
Boiler heater warning light
Boiler switch
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7.6 USE OF THE STEAM IRON TYPE U
Switch on the iron a few minutes before you start working and wait until the soleplate has reached the
adjusted temperature.
In case the temperature of the soleplate has to be kept very high, we recommend to apply a Teflon

shoe
in order to prevent burns of the garment.
It is possible to install a safety device preventing the upper board from closing while the operator is still
ironing or in case the iron is unintentionally left on the board.
7.7 USE OF THE SPOTTING SHAPE
The spotting shape is seated underneath the lower board and is connected to the vacuum duct of the
same. The vacuum on the spotting shape is actuated by pulling the shape towards the operator.
7.8 USE OF THE STEAM-AIR GUN
Place the garment to be treated on the spotting shape, making sure that it lies exactly on the vacuum part.
Press the steam button of the gun, by turning the condensation-jet first towards a tank until only steam
comes out.
Draw the gun closer to the part to be treated, by pushing at the same time the vacuum and the steam
pedal.
Once the stain is dissolved, dry the treated part by pushing simultaneously the vacuum pedal and the air-
button on the gun.
8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND SOLVING


The following diagnostic table indicates the main irregularities which can occur, their probable causes and possible
solutions
In case of doubts and/or of problems which cant be solved, do not attempt to disassemble parts of the machine for
the troubleshooting, but contact our Technical Department or the Ghidini-reseller, instead.

DIAGNOSTIC TABLE
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Main switch turned off Make sure that the main switch is turned on
The machine doesnt turn on
Blown fuses Check the fuses
No pneumatic movement No air supply
Check the air pressure on the pressure
gauge placed on the reducer
Silencers on the cylinder exhaust
blocked
Replace silencers
The upper board lifts to slowly
Spring load too weak
Adjust the load by turning the
corresponding screw
The steam iron doesnt work The safety thermal fuse has blown
Replace by a qualified technician, by
making sure to have removed the causes
due to which the thermal fuse has blown,
before switching on the iron again.
Machines without boiler
No steaming
Steam intake cock closed Open the cock of the steam intake
Check if the water cock is open
Check the presence of pressure inside
the water mains.
Machines with boiler
The water warning light is
turned on and the water pump
keeps on running without
stopping
No water is streaming into the boiler
Check if the water filter is obstructed.
Leak on the boiler exhaust.
Check if the gate valve of the boiler
exhaust is well closed.
Machines with boiler
The heater warning light is
always switched on and the
boiler doesnt reach the
working pressure
Burnt out heater or covered with
scale.
Check the heater condition.

WARNING: if the safety valves is released, switch off the boiler immediately and contact a qualified technician. Do
not block the exhaust and do not underestimate the problem, as there could be risk of explosion.




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9 PRECAUTIONS

Read carefully the instructions and the risks related to the use of a press. The operator has to know its working
functions and must clearly understand its dangers with the help of the manual.
If the machine features a steam iron, do not leave it switched on for too long and put it always back on the relevant
iron rest. Do not operate the lowering of the upper board whenever you are ironing on the lower one (we
recommend to apply a safety device on the iron rest, preventing the upper board from going down whenever you
use the iron).

Main electrical supply
Prior to carrying out any inspection or service on the machine, it is necessary to disconnect it from the main
electrical supply. Make sure, that nobody can reconnect it during the technical service.
Every installed electrical and electronic equipment or basic structure must be earthed.
Inflammability
Adopt all the necessary precautions to avoid any direct contact of the machine with hot materials or flames. Put fire
extinguishers near the machine for an immediate intervention in event of fire.
Pressure / Steam
Prior to any intervention, switch off the boiler first, wait until all the pipes are cooled down and check that there are
no residual pressures inside the boiler or in any branch of the hydraulic circuit, as they could cause steam spurts, in
case of disassembly of fittings or other components.
Pressure
Prior to any intervention, check that there are no residual pressures inside any branch of the pneumatic circuit
Noise
The machines noise level is not very high, as it remains under 70dB (A).
10 DISPOSAL

During the maintenance on the machine, or in case of its scrapping, please dispose carefully and correctly of any
polluting components, according to the local regulations. In case of scrapping, the identification rating plate and any
other document have to be destroyed.
11 HAZARDOUS USE

The conformity verification according to the essential safety rules and to the provisions of the machine directive has
already been carried out by filling out the specially provided checking lists, included in the technical file.
The checking lists are of two kinds:
List of dangers (drawn from EN 1050 referring to EN 292)
Application of the main safety features (Machine Directive appendix. 1, part 1)

The dangers described in the following have not been completely removed, but they have been deemed to
be acceptable:
During the maintenance operation there could be some steam jets at low pressure, (maintenance operation
must therefore be carried out by using suitable protection devices)
The user must provide for a protection against direct and indirect contacts.
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13 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

In case of irregularities or malfunctioning, please contact the service technician for the relevant checks.

Periodically, it is necessary to carry out the following operations:
OPERATION WORKING HOURS
Boiler discharge (*) 40
Cleaning of the water filter 1500
Cleaning of the boiler, and of the heating elements 2500
Cleaning of the condensation return filter 500
Lubrication of pedal rods and of all moving parts subject to friction 2500
Oil check and filling up inside the lubricating unit of the pneumatic circuit 200
Tightening of the bolts on the compressor head Prime 3
Oil level check of the compressor Prime 3
Replacement of the compressor oil with API CC SAE 40 oil or similar Prime 100
Condensation discharge of the compressor 40
Cleaning of the vacuum filter on the compressor 1500
Replacement of the compressor oil with API CC SAE 40 oil or similar 1000
(*): Discharge the boiler once it has reached 1 bar of pressure, in order to remove any limescale or dirt deposits.
When the machine is switched off, open slowly the gate valve of the boiler exhaust. We recommend to carry out
this operation before you start working and not in the evening at the end of work, as the fresh water streaming into
the boiler is rich in oxygen, increasing during the night the corrosion process inside the drum.

This machine does not require special equipment for check and/or maintenance operations. It is however advisable
to use suitable tools and personal protections in compliance with the Italian law by decree 626/94, which have to be
in good conditions (Presidential Decree 547/55), in order to avoid any damages to persons or machine
components.
Make sure that the power supply and the hydraulic system are disconnected prior to any maintenance
service.
14 HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS

Upon the spare parts request, please quote always:
Machine type, serial number, quantity of the requested spare parts, article number (these data can be read on the
rating plate or supplied by the technical information of the machine and by the users and maintenance manual).
For electrical components with a different voltage and frequency from V 220-380/50Hz (data available on the rating
plate of the faulty component), specify the right voltage and frequency after having mentioned the article number.
The technical data, the descriptions, and pictures included in this manual are not binding.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make any necessary modification without prior notice or having to up-date
the present manual.
15 HANDLING AND TRANSPORT

Before its shipment, the machine is carefully packed in a wooden crate. During the shipment and storing of the
machine, pay particular attention to the upside indication on the packaging (wooden crate or pressed cardboard).
Upon receipt, please check that the packing is intact and store the machine in a dry place.
16 WARRANTY

All Ghidini products are guaranteed for a maximum period of 12 months from delivery date as far as material and construction defects are
concerned.
The warranty is extended as follows:
In case of malfunction of the equipment, please contact your Ghidini reseller, specifying the noticed defect, type, serial number and furthermore
the operating conditions of the machine. After having received the equipment or component and after an accurate analysis, Ghidini reserve the
right, whether to repair or to replace the product. If the machine is still under guarantee, the Ghidini reseller will carry out the service or
replacement at Ghidinis charge. In case the returned goods are not defective, Ghidini reserve the right to charge the customer with the met
expenses (shipment, etc.). The present warranty will be declared void, if the machine has been damaged due to improper use, negligence,
normal wear, chemical corrosion, installation not according to the provided instructions and to the manufacturers warnings.
Any modification, tampering and alteration on the machine or its components, carried out without prior written authorization by Ghidini, relieve
the latter of any responsibility and annuls any warranty obligation. The components subject to normal wear and the perishable ones are not
under warranty, as well as everything which has not been previously explicitly indicated, or damages or expenses arising from defects of the
same product.
The validity conditions of the guarantee provided by Ghidini are considered implicitly accepted upon purchase of the machine. Any possible
changes to or derogations from the present guarantee are only valid prior written authorization by Ghidini.
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17 CONFORMITY DECLARATION


Manufacturer:
GHIDINI
Company

Via Tolstoj, 24 20098 S. Giuliano Milanese (MI)
Address

+39 -02 -98.24.06.00
Phone number


Declares that:


The machine:
Press - P 88




has been designed in compliance with the DIRETTIVE DIRECTIVES OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY
COUNCIL referring to machines (98/37/EC) and to low voltage (BT 73/23/CEE).

has been designed, as far as enforceable, in compliance with the following harmonized regulations and
technical specifications:
EN 292-1/2, EN 1050, EN 982, EN 11200, EN 60947, EN 894-1/2.



Managing director Roland Fleischmann
Product manager Name

GHIDINI S.R.L.
Company

August 2007
Signature Date












Web site: http://www.ghidini-gb.it - E-mail: [email protected]
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