Chefman RJ11-17-CTI Temperature Control Kettle User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Chefman
Table of Contents
Chefman RJ11-17-CTI Temperature Control Kettle
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase!
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operating as it should, warranty claims can be made within one year from the
date of purchase when accompanied by a dated receipt.
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are not affected. This limited warranty does not apply in cases of damage
caused by accident, improper use, abuse or force majeure.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Rights may vary depending on
your state or province of residence. Some locations do not allow limitations
on implied warranties or special incidental, or consequential damages, so the
limitations may not apply to you. This limited warranty will be invalidated if
the appliance is tampered with in any way whatsoever.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all Instructions.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
- To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG, BASE, OR UNIT in water or other liquids.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been damaged in any manner.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Chefman may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- The kettle is designed for use with the power swivel base. It must never be used on a range top.
- Always put kettle on base, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, press the power button, then remove plug from wall outlet.
- Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
- Scalding may occur if the lid is opened during the heating cycle.
- Ensure lid is securely closed before serving any beverages.
- Do not set hot kettle on a wet or cold surface.
- Do not use cracked kettle or kettle that has a loose or weakened handle.
- Do not clean kettle with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.
- Return kettle to Chefman Customer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING : This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way or force it into the outlet. This could result in injury or electric shock.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-supply extension cord is used:
- The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
- The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
POWER CORD SAFETY TIPS
- Never pull or yank on cord or the appliance.
- To insert plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet.
- To disconnect appliance, grasp plug and remove it from outlet.
- Before each use, inspect the power cord for cuts and/or abrasion marks. If any are found, this indicates that the appliance should be serviced, and the power cord replaced. Please return it to an authorized service representative or contact Chefman Customer Service for assistance.
- Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.
DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE POWER CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.
FEATURES
- Tea Infuser
- Lid Release Button
- Tea Infuser Mount
- Removable Spout Filter
- Control Panel
- Power Button turns unit on and off
- Temperature Button select temperature for each variety of tea
- Green LED – Green (175°F)
- Blue LED – White (185°F)
- Yellow LED – Oolong (195°F)
- Purple LED – French Press (200°F)
- Red LED – Herbal (212°F)
- Red LED – Black (212°F)
- Glass Kettle with easy-to-read water level markings
- Stay-Cool Handle
- Power Base with 360° swivel
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST TIME USE
- Pull out power cord from the compartment under the base, place base on a flat surface.
- Open the lid then fill water into the kettle.
- Fill kettle to the maximum level mark with fresh tap water.
- Close the lid and place the kettle back on the base unit, and plug into a power outlet.
- Switch the kettle on by pressing the Power button, the red LED light inside the glass kettle will illuminate to indicate the water is heating to boiling.
- The kettle will automatically shut off once the water has boiled and the red LED indicator light has gone off. NOTE: Wait 30–60 seconds if you need to refill and reboil again heat the water immediately after a boiling cycle.
- After automatic shut off, unit will stay in the Keep Warm setting for 30 minutes, keeping the unit at set temperature.
- Empty the kettle then wash with water, repeat the above 2 times.
NOTE : Never allow the water to fill above the maximum level or lower than the minimum level indicated on the glass kettle.
MAKING TEA
- Remove tea infuser from kettle by grasping the tea infuser insert and lifting up.
- Add fresh, cold water to the kettle, filling it for the number of cups of tea you wish to make—about 8 cups (1.8 liters).
- Insert tea infuser into the kettle and ensure it is securely in place.
- Once water has boiled, open lid and carefully add tea leaves or tea bags to the tea infuser. Securely close the lid. Warning: Use extreme caution when adding tea leaves or tea bags as kettle will be very hot.
- CAUTION : Wait until unit has completely cooled before removing tea infuser. Tea infuser will be very hot after use; may cause serious burns if not handled properly.
SELECTING PRESETS
- Push Power button to turn on ketttle. Kettle will automatically light up with red default LED setting, indicating the unit is boiling the water.
- Press the Temperature button to toggle through the 5 presets:
- Green – 175˚F
- Blue – 185˚F
- Yellow – 195˚F
- Purple – 200˚F
- Red (default) – 212˚F
NOTE: The power source will only work if the kettle is placed directly on the power base.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Unplug your kettle and allow it to cool before cleaning. Rinse the kettle or wash with warm soapy water. Wipe the outside of the kettle and base of unit with a soft, damp cloth.
- NOTE: Be sure that the electric kettle socket is kept dry during all cleaning.
- Spout Filter – This kettle has a filter to keep the water clean. Run filter under hot water and gently rub with a clean cloth or brush.
- Dry all parts after every use.
- Never immerse kettle or power base in water.
DE-CALCIFICATION
De-calcification refers to removing mineral deposits, which may form in the
interior of the kettle and may result in discoloration.
To get the best performance from your kettle, decalcify it from time to time.
Frequency will depend on the hardness of your water and how often you use the
kettle.
If a commercial descaler is not available, fill the kettle with enough white
vinegar to cover the bottom by about 1/2 inch. Heat the vinegar to a boil.
Repeat this with cooled vinegar until all deposits are removed. When the
descaling process is complete, empty the kettle and rinse out several times
with clean water.
Note: Reheating tea in your kettle may result in a bronze color tea stain
appearance on the stainless steel surface at the base of the kettle. This is
caused by tea residue that adheres to the bottom of the kettle when reheated
at high temperatures. After a few cycles, the surface of the stainless base
may begin to turn a bronze color. To avoid tea-staining, do not reheat the
same pot of tea twice and always rinse the inside of your kettle before each
brew.
To remove the bronze color staining, dilute a small amount of food-grade white
vinegar to a fresh kettle full of water and boil. This will remove the
staining and/or any mineral deposits that may build up in your kettle. After
boiling, allow to cool and thoroughly wash and dry before your next use.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Limited Warranty
CHEFMAN® warrants, subject to the conditions stated below, that from the date
of purchase, this product will be free from mechanical defects for a period of
ONE (1) year. CHEFMAN®, at its option, will repair or replace this product
found to be defective during the warranty period. Should this product become
defective by reason of improper workmanship or material defect during the
specified warranty period, CHEFMAN® will repair or replace the same effecting
all necessary parts replacements for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. If product is no longer available we will replace it with a product
of equal value. Transportation charges on parts, or products in whole,
submitted for repair or replacement, under this warranty, must be borne by the
purchaser. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-
family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as
specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a
CHEFMAN® product that was purchased at retail for personal, family or
household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this
warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or
owners.
CONDITIONS : This warranty is valid for the original USA and Canada
retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not
transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required
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ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY: Most warranty repairs are handled routinely,
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example, warranty service would NOT apply if the product damage occurred
because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, 3rd party
warehousing or improper installation. Similarly, the warranty is void if the
manufacturing date or the serial number on the product has been removed or the
equipment has been altered or modified. During the warranty period, the
authorized service dealer, at its option, will repair or replace any part
that, upon examination, is found to be defective under normal use and service.
NORMAL WEAR: This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage
resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product;
improper voltage or current; use contrary to the operation instructions;
deviation from instructions regarding storage and transportation; repair or
alteration by anyone other than CHEFMAN® or an authorized service center.
Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes. CHEFMAN® shall not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to
the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: If your CHEFMAN® product should prove to
be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think
necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply email
customerservice@ chefman.com or call our toll-free number
1-888-315-6553 for additional
information from our Customer Service Representatives, or send the defective
product to Customer Service at Chefman, 200 Performance Drive, Mahwah, NJ
07495.
This warranty is effective for the time periods listed above and subject to
the conditions provided for within this policy.
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was purchased or (B) to another retail store which sells CHEFMAN® products of
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the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the
product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to
the consumer’s prior usage of the product. If the above two options do not
result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take
the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be
economically accomplished. CHEFMAN® and not the consumer will be responsible
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will a smart plug support this?****
I wouldn’t let it run because I would be terrified. lacking me present. It seems that the auto off feature lets it boil for a while. Although I haven’t used it, the auto boil dry feature exists. I do know that it keeps on in a boil for a lot longer than I anticipated. I haven’t let it turn off on its own yet so I don’t know if it would just boil for a while.
Does this kettle retain the most recent setting? Or must the temperature be manually reset each time it is used?****
Every time, it needs to be reset. I think this is the case since every product that can be brewed needs a unique setup. In this instance, various teas require various temperatures.
Why didn’t the base come with my kettle?****
Given that the kettle needs a base to function, it was probably a manufacturing error. Nevertheless, trade it in for a new kettle because this one is more useful, boils water quickly, and has a lovely blue light. For the past year, I’ve used it at least three to ten times a day for drinking and cooking, and it’s still going strong.
Can you put coffee in a Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle?****
You can enjoy sizzling hot coffee, tea, instant oatmeal, and more faster than ever with the Chefman Digital Electric Kettle from the top kettle manufacturer in the U.S. It boils 2 cups of water in only 3 minutes and a complete pot in as little as 7 minutes.
Why does my Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle keep beeping?****
When you turn it on, it beeps to let you know the water is the right temperature, and after a set amount of inactivity, it beeps to let you know it has shut off completely.
How does an Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle automatically turn off?****
The thermostat (generally towards the base) receives steam from the top of the boiling interior through a conduit inside the kettle, which is typically inside the handle. As soon as boiling begins, the temperature rises quickly from around ambient to close to 100°C. The disc snaps as a result, cutting off the power.
How long can you keep water in a kettle?****
The water in your kettle should typically be changed every two to three days. This is because aged water may contain toxins that could make you ill, such as germs. You can decrease your chance of eating hazardous germs by often changing the water.
How do you clean a Chefman RJ11-17-CTI kettle?****
It has never been simpler to clean. Just unplug the kettle and give it a soft, moist towel to clean. The kettle merely needs to be washed with hot water and features a filter to keep the water or tea clean. You can wash and rinse the tea infuser with warm, soapy water.
How long does it take Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle to boil water?****
Boils a full pot in 7 minutes and 2 cups of water in just 3. All of Your Morning and Evening Beverages are Covered by 7 Precise Presets. LED indicator lights for power, heat, and keeping warm. With every purchase, a bonus tea infuser is included.
How hot does Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle get?****
Water heated on the Blue setting reaches a perfect 185° for White Tea. Oolong tea is ideally brewed at 195°, and yellow can be used to brew it. Simply choose Purple to boil the water to an even 200°, which will provide a cup that can be produced in the French Press. Black tea may be made with ease at 212° thanks to the Red setting.
Why is my Chefman RJ11-17-CTI kettle not working?****
Examine the plug and cord visually. The kettle might not function if there is damage (cuts, bends, or missing prongs on the cable, for example), a bad connection at the baseplate, or both.
How do you turn on a Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle?****
Place the base on a level surface after removing the power cord. Kettle should be filled to the MAX line but without the tea infuser. Set the kettle’s temperature to Boil (212°F), plug it in, and hit the Start button.
At what temperature does Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle turn off?****
The water will be 100°C or 212°F at sea level air pressure when the kettle shuts off.
How often should you clean your Chefman RJ11-17-CTI electric kettle?****
Keep your kettle clean by descaling it every four to eight weeks; don’t let scale build up because the longer it remains, the harder it is to get rid of. To fully dissolve heavy deposits, a second treatment may be necessary.
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