Panasonic NC-SU403P Electric Thermo Pot Instruction Manual

Panasonic NC-SU403P Electric Thermo Pot

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

• Please read this Operating Instructions carefully in order to use this product correctly and safely.
• Before using this product, please give your special attention to the Safety Precautions.
• Please keep this Operating Instructions for future use.
• Panasonic will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions

Main Features

Taste enhancement

Convenience

Hot water is dispensed in 4 levels
(How to use, refer to P.11)

• Volume of hot water dispensed varies depending on degree of pressing and dispensing time.

Cordless dispensing of hot water
(How to use, refer to P.11)

• Hot water can be dispensed even when cord is removed.

Spotlight

• Safety and accuracy ensured with spotlight to indicate position of pouring water.

Economy use

Safety Precautions

For safety sake and in order to prevent property damage and the hazards to users and others, please read the following instructions strictly.

• The signals indicate harm and damage when the product is used wrongly.

To Prevent Burns

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not let the unit fall over. Do not lift, tilt or shake the unit or carry it by the lid. Even when the dispenser key is locked, hot water may leak through the dispensing spout and the steam vent, causing burns if the unit falls over or is tilted.
• Do not pour in water above the maximum water level indication line. If the appliance is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected. Hot water can spill causing burns.
• Do not close the lid by force. Hot water can spill causing burns.
• Do not boil anything other than water. Do not heat tea bags, tea leaves, milk, alcohol or anything other than water which may cause it to spurt out hot liquid or steam and cause burns. The water tube may also get clogged, the inner container may burn or corrode, and the fluororesin insulating coating may peel off.
• Do not block the steam vent. Hot water can overflow causing burns.
• Do not throw away the remaining hot water while the lid is attached. If the lid comes off, hot water may splash causing burns.
• Do not touch the steam vent. This may cause burns. Take special care to prevent infants from touching the steam vent.
• Close the lid securely. If the unit topples, hot water may spill out causing burns.

Power Cord

• Never do anything that might cause damage to the cord, power plug or body plug. bDo not damage them, modify them, place hot objects near to them, bend them, twist them, stretch them, place heavy objects on them, or bundle them together. If the unit is used when damaged, electrical short circuit or fire may result.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug or the body plug with wet hands. This may result in electric shock.
• Do not allow infants access to the body plug. You must pay special attention to prevent infants from putting the body plug into their mouths. This may result in electric shock or injury.
• Do not place small metal parts near the body plug. This may result in electric shock, electrical short circuit or fire.
• Make sure the power plug is correctly inserted into the wall outlet. If the plug is inserted improperly it may cause electric shock or generate heat resulting in fire.
• Do not use a damaged plug or a connection in a loose outlet.
• Dust off the power plug or the body plug regularly. A build-up of dust on the plug will attracts humidity, which could cause cable damage and the deterioration of insulation resulting in fire.
• Remove the plugs and clean them with a dry cloth.
• Use a single outlet that matches the power rating of the unit. Plugging multiple appliances into one outlet may generate heat and result in fire.

During use

• Do not immerse the unit in water or splash water over it.
• Do not supply water directly from the tap or place the unit in a sink where the bottom may get wet.
• Do not turn the unit upside down when the bottom is wet. It may cause a short circuit and may result in electric shock, and also if water overflows from the pot and enters the electrical parts in the main unit, it may cause malfunction.
• Never disassemble, repair or modify the unit. Any attempt to do so may cause the unit to operate abnormally and may result in fire or injury.
• If in need of repair (except for the replacement parts), please contact an authorized Service Center.
• Do not use to store ice. Condensation will occur, creating a potential source of electric shock and malfunction.

To Prevent Burns

• Do not place the unit on unstable surfaces. The appliance may topple over causing burns.
• Do not open the lid or dispense hot water while boiling. Splashing hot water or steam may cause burns.
• Do not rotate the unit while dispensing hot water. Splashing hot water may cause burns.
• Position the handle so that steam is directed away from it.
• When opening or closing the lid, keep hands away from the steam. Steam can cause burns.
• Do not touch the hot parts of the unit during use or shortly after use. This may cause burns.
• When carrying the unit, do not touch the lid opening lever. The lid may open causing burns and other injury.
• The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use. Wait until the unit is cooled down before cleaning. A hot appliance may cause burns.
• When disposing hot water, be careful not to get burned.

Power Cord

• Do not use a different cord and do not use this cord with any other device. (Do not use a power cord other than the one designed specifically for the unit.) It may cause malfunction or fire.
• When the unit is not in use, unplug the power plug from the wall outlet. Deteriorating insulation may result in electric shock and/or fire.
• When unplugging the unit, pull by the power plug – not the cord. Electric shock and short circuit may result in fire.

During use

• Fill the water higher than the minimum water level.
• Do not pour out water too swiftly. It may cause a malfunction if water splashes over lid release part or operation panel.
• Do not leave water in the inner container. It may cause the container to corrode or smell.
• Do not use the unit on surfaces that can be affected by heat for a long time. The unit may get discolored or break up.
• Do not place near walls or furniture. Steam and heat could damage walls and furniture, causing a change in color and shape.
• Replace gasket if it discolours whitish. Otherwise it may cause hot water to spill out when it is leaned or knocked down accidentally.
• This product is intended for household use only.
• Ensure to clean the surfaces in contact with food after use. (See page 14-15 “Care & Cleaning”. )

Part Names and Handling Instructions

Operation panel
If the protective film is still covering the surface of the operation panel, peel it off before using the operation panel.

Preparation before use

How to use

Connect the power plug after filling the water and closing the lid. (1 → 2)

When the unit is not in use

Unplug, and remove the lid. Pour out any remaining hot water slowly via the Drain mark.

Requests

• Do not pour out water too swiftly. If water splashes operation panel, it may cause a malfunctover lid release part or operation panel.
• Do not leave water in the container. (It may cause the container to corrode or smell.)

Convenient use methods

Care & Cleaning

(Before cleaning, be sure to disconnect the plug from outlet, dispense water and cool down the unit.)

Main unit and lid. Clean with a damp, well-wrung cloth.

• Do not wet or soak the main unit in water. If water enters the main unit from the bottom or from the dispensing spout, it can also get into the electrical components in the main unit and may cause a malfunction.
• Do not use detergents. (They may leave an odor.)
• Do not use benzine or thinner.(They may damage the surface.)

Inner container

How to clean the inner container using citric acid.

Once every two or three months to clear scale. More frequent cleaning may be required depending on the usage conditions.

1. Make sure that the mesh filter is attached to the container.
2. Put citric acid in the inner container.
   • Amount of citric acid to be used at one time: 80 g (two packages) or seven level tablespoons.
   • The citric acid is available from an authorized dealer. (Model No: SAN-80N)
   • Follow the directions for cleaning printed on the citric acid package.
   • Since the citric acid used for cleaning is a food additive, it is harmless to humans.
3. Add water to the maximum water level mark, and mix the citric acid and water well. Close the lid.
4. Connect the plug, and choose “cleaning” by Select.
5. Dispense some water, then unplug, remove the lid and drain away the hot water via the “DRAIN” mark.
6. Refill with water and boil it to remove the smell of the citric acid. Then throw the hot water away in the same way as 5.

• To remove any discoloration from the area above the maximum water level, rub the inside lightly with a wet sponge.
• If the discoloration cannot be removed by rubbing, clean the inner container several times using citric acid.
• When washed without removing ceramic filter, wash the active ceramic filter, fix it in the inner container and drain away the initial boiled water before use.

Requests

• Make sure only use citric acid for thermo pot washing.
• Do not fill water above maximum water level.
• Fill the container only with tap water (do not fill with hot water). Hot water may spout out causing burns.

Troubleshooting

Before calling a service supplier, please check the following possible causes.

Boiling without water will cause odor and change the color of fluorine resin.

• If it cannot be recovered or feel something strange, disconnect the plug, reconnect after 30 seconds and operate it again.
• Inside lid may turn yellow, but no harm for operation.
• “Clickety-clack” sound caused when open and close the lid is the sound caused by the valve swing to prevent the hot water run off.
• Outside body becomes 45℃ while warm keep if the room temperature is high. The indicator lights.

Replacement of Parts

Panasonic Corporation
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References

• Panasonic North America | Create Today, Enrich Tomorrow
• Panasonic North America | Create Today, Enrich Tomorrow

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