BTM500CLR the Breville Smart Tea Infuser Compact Instruction Manual

BTM500CLR the Breville Smart Tea Infuser Compact

BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFEYFIRST
At Breville® we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercize a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

• Before using for the first time please ensure that your electricity supply is the same as shown on the rating label on the underside of the appliance. If you have any concerns please contact your local electricity company.

• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

• Remove and safely discard any packaging material and promotional labels before using the appliance for the first time.

• To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and safely discard the protective cover fitted to the power plug of this appliance.

• This appliance has been designed specifically for the purpose of heating and boiling quality drinking water and tea only. Under no circumstances should this product be used to heat or boil any other liquids or foodstuffs.

• Do not place the appliance near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure that the surface is level, clean and free of water and other substances.

• Do not operate the appliance on a sink drain board.

• Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas burner, electric element or where it could touch a heated oven.

• Keep the appliance clear of walls, curtains and other heat or steam-sensitive materials. Minimum 20cm distance.

• Always ensure the appliance is properly assembled before use. Follow the instructions provided in this book.

• The appliance must be used only with the power base supplied.

• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote control system.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handle for lifting and carrying the appliance.

• Do not place anything on top of the lid.

• To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

• Remove the plug from the power outlet before attempting to move the appliance, when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning and storing.

• Use caution when pouring water from the glass jug, as boiling water and steam will scald. Do not pour water too quickly.

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the glass jug base, power base, power cord or power plug in water or allow moisture to come in contact with these parts.

• Do not wash jug exterior under running water.

• Do not open the lid during operation.

• Do not overfill the glass jug past the maximum water level mark. If the glass jug is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected.

• Keep the appliance clean. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book.

• Do not spill water onto the connector.
  WARNING

• Do not operate the appliance on an inclined surface. Do not move the appliance while it is switched on.

• The heating element surface is subjected to residual heat after use.

• Do not remove the outer lid during and after the operation. This may result in boiling water splashing from the glass jug. Pour out all the hot water from the glass jug before opening the lid to refill.

• To prevent damage to the appliance do not use chemicals, alkaline cleaning agents, steel wool or abrasive cleaners to clean the inside or outside of the kettle. Use a mild cleaning agent with a soft damp cloth.
  WARNING

• Never immerse the glass jug, power base, power cord or power plug in water or allow moisture to come in contact with these parts.
  WARNING

• Do not wash jug exterior under running water.

• Misuse may cause injury.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Fully unwind cord before use.

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.

• Do not let the cord hangover the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces, or become knotted.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.

• This appliance is recommended for household use only. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use outdoors.

• It is recommended to regularly inspect the appliance.

• For any maintenance other than cleaning, call Breville Consumer Support.

• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The appliance must be grounded using a 3-hole properly grounded outlet. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock.

• If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding 3-wire cord.

• If the power outlet is a standard 2- prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3- prong wall outlet.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

• Do not, under any circums­tances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord or use an adapter.

• Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
  WARNING

• Do not operate the appliance on an inclined surface.

• Do not move the appliance while it is switched on.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
  Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long extension cord is used:

  1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
  2. The extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and
  3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

WARNING
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

Components

• A. Inner Lid
• B. Stainless Steel Tea Basket
• C. Spout
• D. OuterLid
• E. Glass Body
• F. Immersed Temperature Sensor
• G. Handle
• H. Power Base
• I. Cord Storage
• J. STEEP TIME button
• K. TEMP/KEEP WARM button
• L. Steep time indicator
• M. Temperature/ tea type indicator
• N. START/CANCEL button
• O START TIMER button

Functions

BEFORE FIRST USE
In order to remove any dust or protective residues from the manufacturing process, it is recommended

1. Remove and safely discard any packing materiaL promotional labels and tape from the tea maker.

2.  Lift the inner lid along with attached tea basket.
   Then remove the outer lid. Wash the outer lid, tea basket, and inner lid in warm soapy water with a soft sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly.
   WARNING Never immerse the base of the glass jug, the power base, power cord or power plug in water or allow moisture to come in contact with these parts.

3. Place the power base on a fl.at, dry sudace.

4. Unwind the power cord completely and insert the power plug into a grounded wall outlet.
   WARNING
   Never fill the glass jug with chilled water. Allow the tea maker to cool before refilling.
   WARNING
   Filling past the MAX line may result in serious bums or injuries as a result of overflowing hot or boiling water. Filling below the MIN line will result in the tea maker switching off before the water has boiled or reached the selected temperature.

5. The tea maker will beep and the buttons will illuminate.

6. Detach the tea basket from the inner lid by pressing the button

7. Without the tea basket in place, fill the glass jug to the water MAX mark and place on the power base. Securely fit the lids onto the glass jug.

8.  Select ‘212°F’ in the temperature indicator by pressing TEMP/KEEP WARM button and tum off the timer by pressing STEEP TIME button several times. Then press START/CANCEL button to start.

9. Once the water reaches 212°F, it will beep 3times.

10.  Discard the water. The tea maker is now ready to use.

BREWING TEA

1. Fill the glass jug with desired amount of water. Ensure you do not fill past the MAX mark Place the outer lid, tea basket, and inner lid

2.  Select the tea type by pressing the
   TEMP /KEEP WARM button. The tea type determines brew temperature and steep time, based on medium strength. Press STEEP TIME to engage to steeping function.
   The tea maker has 5 preset tea types recommended for optimal brewing of Green, White, Oolong, HerbaL or Black tea.
   NOTE
   This product is not calibrated for commercial or scientific use. Temperatures may vary± 3° C, which is within range for optimal brewing for each tea variety.

3. Start heating by pressing START/CANCEL button. The tea maker will start heating.

4. Once the selected brew temperature is reached it will beep 3 times. Open the tea basket lid by pressing the detachment button and use a tea spoon (approximately 5g) to fill the basket with tea leaves. As a general guide, use 1 teaspoon of tea leaves per cup / 250ml of water, however this will depend on the instructions on tea packaging and your personal preference. Re-place the tea basket lid
   WATER TO TEASPOON RATIO

5. Start steeping by pressing the START TIMER  button. The timer is set based on medium strength by default, but you can change this by pressing the STEEP TIME button.
   NOTE
   Temperature and time can be changed during the heating or steeping cycle.

6. Once brewing cycle is complete, the tea maker will beep 3 times. Lift the inner lid along with tea basket, and detach the tea basket. Then close the lid Your tea is ready now. The tea maker will keep the tea warm until you are ready to drink

NOTE
Keep warm will last for 30 minutes after the tea is brewed. When the glass jug is removed from the power base, it will stop keep warm function.
To restart the Keep Warm function, place the jug containing Tea or Water on the power base, then press and hold the TEMP/KEEP WARM button for 2 secs. The jug will keep warm for another 30mins at the previous brewed temperature.

BOILING WATER
Remove the tea basket and fill the glass jug with water. Close the jug with the lid. Select the desired temperature by pressing TEMP /KEEP WARM button, and then turn off time indicator by pressing STEEP TIME button. Press START/CANCEL button to start. When finished, it will beep 3 times.

CHANGING BEEP VOLUME
Press and hold STEEP TIME button and TEMP/ KEEP WARM button together for 2 seconds to enter volume adjustment mode. Press STEEP TIME button to choose among OFF (mute), 3
(default), and 5 (louder). To save and exit, press the two buttons together or wait for 7 seconds.

Tips

TEA TYPES
There are four main types of tea from the
tea plant camellia sinensis. The picking and processing methods determine the type of tea fmally produced.
Black Tea
Black tea is the most common type of tea worldwide. It is made by fermenting the harvested leaves for a couple of hours before heating or drying. This oxidation darkens the leaves and increases the amount of caffeine. Of all the teas, black tea has the strongest color and flavor.

White Tea
White tea is the rarest and the most exclusive tea. White tea consists of the whitish buds of the tea plant which are steamed then left to dry naturally. This tea is low in caffeine and has a slightly sweet flavor.

Green Tea
Green tea makes up approximately ten percent of the world’s tea. The leaves are picked, rolled and dried before they can go brown Green tea has a distinctive aroma and has a slight astringent taste.

OolongTea
Oolong Tea is semi-fermented, which means leaves are processed immediately after picking. They only have a short period of oxidation which turns the leaves from green to red/ brown Its leaves have a floral, fruity quality and hence have a delicate fruity taste. It is recommended not to drink Oolong tea with milk, sugar or lemon

Herbal Infusions or Tisanes
Herbal-infused teas are not produced from the tea plant, but from flowers, leaves, roots or seeds. Common herbal beverages are chamomile, peppermint, fennel, rose hip, and lemon verbena. Herbal infusions that do not contain tea will generally not become bitter with extended brews. These can often be brewed with boiling water 3 times without jeopardising the taste.

Blends
Tea producers make blends by combining different types of teas, often in order to achieve flavor consistency from one season to the next. Common black tea blends include English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Irish Breakfast, and Russian Caravan.

TEA STORAGE

• Teas stored inside a vacuum sealed bag can be stored for up to two years, depending on the quality and grade of tea. Once opened, tea should be stored in an airtight container and kept in a dry and dark place.
• Once opened, black teas will last longer than green and oolong teas but all tea needs to be stored in ideal conditions.
• You can tell when tea is past its best if it has lost its aroma and will create either a bitter or dull tasting cup.

TIPS FOR OPTIMAL TEA BREWING

• Water quality affects taste. For best results, use filtered water.
• Finer tea particles and leaves will infuse more quickly than whole leaves. As a result, finer tea particles often release too much tannin too quickly, creating a harsher taste. Adjust the steeping time until desired strength is achieved
• Use roughly one teaspoon of tea per cup/ 8oz of water.

Care & Cleaning

CLEANING THE GLASS JUG

1. After each use, empty the glass jug.
   Do not allow brewed tea to stand overnight.

2. Wipe the interior of the glass jug with a soft damp sponge or rinse with warm water.

3. Wipe the exterior of the glass jug with a soft damp cloth to clean.
   WARNING
   Never immerse or wash exterior of glass jug under running water.
   NOTE
   Do not use chemicals, steel wool, or abrasive cleaners to clean the inside or outside of the glass jug as these may scratch the surface.

4. To remove the build-up of tannin, the astringent chemical constituent of tea, fill the glass jug with water up to the MAX mark and bring water to boil and allow water to cool for one minute. Add contents of Breville Tea Maker Cleaner (available at Breville web page) and allow to stand for
   5 minutes. Empty tea maker, refill with fresh water and boil. Repeat this step again. Empty the tea maker and rinse thoroughly.

5. Dry thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth before using.
   NOTE
   Through regular use over time, scale
   build-up can affect the performance and the life of the tea maker. Lime and phosphate are common forms of scale that can damage your tea maker. Lime scale, a harmless mineral, comes in the appearance of white-colored or rusty- looking build-up on the inner walls and inner base of the glass jug. The phosphate scale can’t be seen, however, it can cause the water to appear cloudy when heated. To prevent scale from damaging your tea maker, ensure to descale the glass jug regularly. Use Breville Descaler (available at Breville web page) and follow the instructions.
   NOTE Allow all parts of the tea maker to cool completely before disassembling and cleaning.
   WARNING Never immerse the BASE OF THE GLASS JUG, POWER BASE, POWER CORD or POWER PLUG in water or allow moisture to come in contact with these parts.

CLEANING THE OUTER LID

1. Wash the outer lid in warm soapy water with a soft sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly.
2. Alternatively, the outer lid is dishwasher safe.
3. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to using.

CLEANING THE BASKET

1. Wash the inner lid and tea basket in warm soapy water with a soft sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly. A non-abrasive liquid cleanser or mild spray solution may be used to avoid build-up of stains. Apply the cleanser to the sponge, not the accessory surfaces, before cleaning.
2. The tea basket is dishwasher safe, but the inner lid is not.
3. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to using.

CLEANING THE POWER BASE

1. Wipe the power base with a soft damp sponge.
2. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to inserting the power plug into a wall outlet.

STORAGE

1. Ensure the tea maker is switched off, cleaned and dried before storing.
2. Ensure that the tea basket is securely assembled.
3. Ensure that outer lid is securely in place.
4. Wrap the power cord around the power cord storage under the power base.
5. Stand the tea maker upright on the power base. Do not store anything on top.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM WHAT TO DO

• The tea maker does not switch ‘ON’
  • Check the power plug is securely inserted into the outlet.
  • Insert the power plug into an independent outlet.
  • Insert the power plug into a different outlet.
  • Reset the circuit breaker if necessary.
  • For additional safety the tea maker is fitted with a thermal cut out. In the event of severe overheating, the tea maker will automatically shut down to prevent further damage.
• The tea maker does not work
  • Check the glass jug is securely positioned on the power base.
• I cannot select a certain function
  • Certain features cannot be selected or changed during the heating or brewing cycle.
  • LED lights surrounding the buttons will indicate the availability of the functions.
  • The tea maker start & stops heating: this is normal when you have selected any temperature other than boil. The element turns on & off during the cycle to achieve an accurate final temperature.
• After boiling water, bubbles appear around the temperature sensor
  • This is normal for the functionality of the tea maker.
• My tea tastes too weak or too strong
  • Perform a cleaning cycle as per instruction in the booklet.

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