HENDI Percolator Concept Line User Manual

Tools for Chefs

PERCOLATOR CONCEPT LINE
211434, 211441, 211472, 211489

You should read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.

Keep these instructions with the appliance.

For indoor use only.

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Hendi appliance. Please read this manual carefully before connecting the appliance in order to prevent damage due to incorrect use. Read the safety regulations in particular very carefully.

Safety regulations

• This appliance is intended for commercial use.

• The appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was intended and designed.
  The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by incorrect operation and improper use.

• Keep the appliance and electrical plug away from water and any other liquids. In the event that the appliance should fall into the water, immediately remove the plug from the socket and do not use it until the appliance has been checked by a certified technician. Failure to follow these instructions could cause a risk to lives.

• Never attempt to open the casing of the appliance yourself.

• Do not insert any objects in the casing of the appliance.

• Do not touch the plug with wet or damp hands.

• Danger of electric shock! Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. In case of malfunctions, repairs are to be conducted by qualified personnel only.

• Never use a damaged appliance! Disconnect the appliance from the electrical outlet and
  contact the retailer if it is damaged.

• Warning! Do not immerse the electrical parts of the appliance in water or other liquids.
  Never hold the appliance under running water.

• Regularly check the power plug and cord for any damage. If the power plug or power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid danger or injury.

• Make sure the cord does not come in contact with sharp or hot objects and keep it away from an open fire. To pull the plug out of the socket, always pull on the plug and not on the cord.

• Ensure that the cord (or extension cord) is positioned so that it will not cause a trip hazard.

• Always keep an eye on the appliance when in use.

• Warning! As long as the plug is in the socket the appliance is connected to the power source.

• Turn off the appliance before pulling the plug out of the socket.

• Never carry the appliance by the cord.

• Do not use any extra devices that are not supplied along with the appliance.

• Only connect the appliance to an electrical outlet with the voltage and frequency mentioned on the appliance label.

• Connect the power plug to an easily accessible electrical outlet so that in case of emergency the appliance can be unplugged immediately. To completely switch off the appliance pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet.

Special safety precautions

• Never carry the appliance by the lid.

• Danger of burn by released steam when the lid will be lifted from the kettle.

• Some parts of the appliance can become hot during use. Do not move or touch the appliance when in operation.

• Caution! Hot surface! The temperature of the accessible surface is very high during use. Touch only the handles, switch & temperature dial.

• Do not place the appliance on a heating object (gasoline, electric, charcoal cooker, etc.)
  Keep the appliance away from any hot surfaces and open flames. Always operate and place the appliance on a horizontal, stable, clean, heat-resistant, and dry surface.

• Do not place the appliance at the edge of the counter or tableside to avoid accidents.
  Also to ensure the surface where the appliance is placed is capable of supporting the overall weight of the appliance with liquid.

• Do not use the appliance near explosive or flammable materials, credit cards, magnetic discs, or radios.

• WARNING: Never remove or open the lid while the appliance is operating. The steam may come out and cause burns.

• Do not use a water jet, flush directly with water or steam cleaner as the parts will get wet and electric shock might result.

• Caution! Securely route the power cord if necessary in order to prevent unintentional pulling or contact with the heating surface.

• Do not clean or store the appliance unless it is completely cooled down.

• Avoid boiling dry. This appliance is secured against boiling dry by overheating protection. This overheating protection turns off the appliance automatically. In that case, let the appliance cool down completely before using it again. Adding water to a hot kettle is dangerous because sudden steam can arise.

Intended use

• This appliance is intended for professional use.
• The appliance is designed for brewing coffee and maintaining the serving temperature in commercial use. Not suitable for chocolate or milk or other liquids. Any other use may lead to damage to the appliance or personal injury.
• Operating the appliance for any other purpose shall be deemed a misuse of the device. The user shall be solely liable for improper use of the device.

Grounding installation

This appliance is classified as a protection class I appliance and must be connected to protective ground. Grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Preparations before using for the first time

• Check to make sure the appliance is undamaged. In case of any damage, contact your supplier immediately and do
  NOT use the appliance.

• Remove all the packing material and protection film (if applicable).

•  Clean the appliance with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.

• Place the appliance on a level and steady surface, unless mentioned otherwise.

• Make sure there is enough clearance around the appliance for ventilation purposes.

• Position the appliance in such a way that the plug is accessible at all times.

• Before the first use, we recommend you prepare the kettle by boiling water for about 10 minutes.
  Let this water pour out the tap from the kettle.

Main parts of the appliance
Please check the following packing list before installation.(1) Cover
(2) Filter basket
(3) Percolator tube
(4) Urn body
(5) Level indicator
(6) Faucet
(7) Water tray
(8) Indicator lamp
(9) Power switch with indicator light

Operation Instruction

How to brew coffee with our Percolator? Please operate as the following:

1. Clean the filter basket, cover, percolator tube, and the inside of the tank with a non-abrasive detergent and rinse with clean water.
2. Pour cool water into the urn to bill at least half of the total capacity of the urn
3. Centre the  Percolator tube (3) into the bottom well of the urn body (4), and make sure that it is positioned firmly.
4. Centre the filter basket (2) into the Percolator tube (3) and place the [coarse] grounded coffee in the basket then cover off the urn (1) securely by turning it until it locks into place.
5. Plug the cord into the electric outlet and turn the power switch (9) “ON”. Indicator of power switch lights up.
6. When the green indicator lamp (8) lights up, the brewing process is completed.
7. The second heating system will start to operate automatically to keep the coffee warm, coffee now ready to be served.
8. When there are only about 3 cups of coffee left in the urn, please turn the power switch (9)”OFF” and unplug the cord from the electric outlet.
9. Advice: use 500 grams of coarsely ground coffee per 10 liters of water.

After use / Empty the boiler

• Turn off the appliance by switching off the switch and removing the plug from the socket.
• Place a drip tray under the tap.
• Open the tap and drain the beverage out of the boiler.
• When the boiler has been emptied, close the tap.

Cleaning and maintenance

• Always remove the plug from the socket before cleaning the appliance.

• Beware: Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid!

• Clean the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth (water with mild detergent).

• Never use aggressive cleaning agents, abrasives, or chlorinated cleaners. Do not use any sharp or pointed objects. Do not use petrol or solvents!
  Clean with a damp cloth and detergent if necessary. Do not use abrasive materials.

• Clean and descale the bottom of the boiler at regular intervals (see chapter “Descaling”).

• When you drain off beverage or dirty water, leave the tap open and rinse the boiler with clean water.

• Avoid water contacting the electrical components.

Descaling

The red indicator light (8) will be illuminated when the boiler gets too hot and needs to be cleaned and/or descaled.

This appliance should be cleaned and descaled frequently. To keep this appliance in optimum condition and to ensure its operation, it is crucial that you descale the appliance on a regular basis. Depending on the hardness of the water and the frequency of use, you need to repeat the following procedure regularly. To descale use a descaling agent that is suitable for coffee makers. You can also use pure lemon juice, citric acid, or cleaning vinegar as a de-scaling agent.

To ensure the proper mixture, read the instructions supplied with the agent. For pure lemon juice or cleaning vinegar, the general mixture applies of 1/3 cleaning vinegar or lemon juice to 2/3 water.

1. Pour the solution into the boiler to maximum the “MAX” level.
2. Wait to allow the solution to loosen the build-up.
3. Rub lightly and gently with a brush with soft bristles.
4. Drain off the dirty water.
5. Repeat steps 1~4 until a build-up has been removed.
6. Use a dry cloth to wipe the solution away.
7. When you drain off dirty water,  leave the tap open and rinse the boiler with clean water till the taste and smell are completely gone.
8. Now you can use the boiler again.

Note : Warranty is void if failure to de-scale regularly leads to reduced functioning or failure of the appliance.

Troubleshooting

If the appliance does not function properly, please check the below table for the solution. If you are still
unable to solve the problem, please contact the supplier/service provider.

Defect

| Problem| Cause|

Possible solution

---|---|---|---
Appliance does not work at all.| Neither green light nor
red light is illuminated.| No mains power.| Check the electrical connections.
Boiler switches off automatically.| The red light is illuminated.| 1. Boiler has exceeded maximum safety limits.

2. Fuse does not work

| 1. Once it has cooled off, the boiler will switch on again automatically.

2.Contact your supplier.

Boiler does not reach the selected temperature.| Greenlight is not illuminated.| Thermostat does not work.| Contact your supplier.
Heating element does not work.

Technical specification

Remark : Technical specification is subject to change without prior notification.

Warranty

Any defect affecting the functionality of the appliance which becomes apparent within one year after purchase will be repaired by free repair or replacement provided the appliance has been used and maintained in accordance with the instructions and has not been abused or misused in any way. Your statutory rights are not affected. If the appliance is claimed under warranty, state where and when it was purchased and include proof of purchase (e.g. receipt).

In line with our policy of continuous product development, we reserve the right to change the product, packaging, and documentation specifications without notice.

Discarding & Environment

When decommissioning the appliance, the product must not be disposed of with other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point. Failure to follow this rule may be penalized in accordance with applicable regulations on waste disposal. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local waste collection company. The manufacturers and importers do not take responsibility for recycling, treatment, and ecological disposal, either directly or through a public system.

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Ver: 21-10-2020

References

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