TEA CHATEAU AC-514K Executive Tea Machine Instruction Manual

AC-514K Executive Tea Machine

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Specifications:

• Model: AC-514K
• Product: Multifunctional Tea Capsule Machine

Product Information:

The Multifunctional Tea Capsule Machine, model AC-514K, is
designed for household and similar applications. It features
various functions such as filling/refilling the water tank,
flushing out the internal piping, selecting different capsule
types, standby mode settings, cleaning options, energy-saving mode,
decalcification, and troubleshooting capabilities.

Product Usage Instructions:

Safety Precautions:

– Place the machine on a dry, stable, and level surface away
from hot surfaces and flammable materials.

– Ensure a minimum distance of 60 cm from washbasins and
taps.

Unpacking:

– Remove the machine from its packaging and check that the water
tank, tea machine, and manual are included.

– Verify that the home power supply voltage matches the
machine’s rating.

Starting Up:

– Connect the power supply and press the switch button.

– Wait for the machine to heat up; the heating time is
approximately 45 seconds.

Overview of Machine Parts and Controls:

• A. Handle
• B. Buttons
• C. Water tank cover
• D. Water tank
• E. Brewing basket
• F. Drip tray cover
• G. Drip tray (removable)

Before Using for the First Time:

– Flush out the machine by filling the water tank directly or by
removing the water.

– Prime the pump by manually filling water into the circuit
before turning on the machine for the first refill.

FAQ:

Q: What should I do if the machine is difficult to pump

water?

A: Before using the machine for the first time or after long
pauses, prime the pump by manually filling water into the circuit
before turning on the machine for the first refill.

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MULTIFUNCTIONAL TEA CAPSULE MACHINE
Model: AC-514K

Content
1. Safety precauons 2. Notes on this operang manual 3. Unpacking 4. Starng up 5. Overview of machine parts and controls 6. Before using for the first me
——Filling/refilling the water tank ——Flushing out the machine/internal piping 7. Capsule type can be used 8. Standby Modec ——Factory Default seng: Standby ——Standby mode seng ——Clean mode funcon ——Tea Volume Seng ——Factory default seng 9. Cleaning 10. Energy saving mode 11. Decalcificaon 12. Troubleshoong 13. Technical data
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1. Safety precauons
Please take time to read these safety precautions carefully before connecting your machine to the power supply. It is essential to follow them and the operating instructions. – First read this enre operang manual. – Danger of electric shock! Never immerse the machine in water or any other liquid. ­ Connect only to a properly grounded power point. ­ To make sure that the machine is switched off, remove the plug from the power point. – Always pull out the power plug before:

• Relocang the machine. Cleaning or maintenance. Long periods of disuse. – Never clamp or run the power cable over sharp corners or edges. – Danger of electric shock! Damaged power cables may only be replaced at the customer service centre. – Danger of electric shock! Never touch the power plug/socket/cable or the machine with damp or wet hands. Never unplug by pulling out the power cable; always remove the plug. – If you need an extension cable, make sure it is suitable for your machine (3-pole grounded, 1.5 mm2 conductor cross-secon), and lay the cable to avoid tripping. – Danger of scalding! Never move the machine during operaon! – Never operate the machine without water – Always make sure there is water in water tank not less than minimum level. – Danger of burning! Never touch very hot parts of the machine (e.g. brew unit during operaons). – Danger of scalding! Do not touch the steam or water jets. – Danger of scalding! Do not move the operang lever when the machine is sll under pressure making tea . – Do not use the machine in case of: Faulty operaon. Damaged power cable. Aer falling or other damage. In such cases immediately have the machine checked and repaired if necessary at
  the customer service centre. – The machine locaon must meet the following requirements:
• Choose a dry, stable and level support surface not immediately underneath the power point.
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at least 60 cm away from the washbasin and taps. Never place on flammable/fusible surfaces or equipment. Never place the machine or power cable on or nearer than 50 cm to hot surfaces
or open flames. * Never cover the machine during operaon. – Keep children away from the machine during operaon. ­ Only use the machine in dry rooms. ­ Danger of tripping! Do not let the power cable hang down. – This machine is only intended for household use. – Pull out the power plug and allow the machine to cool down completely before cleaning and or Maintenance. – To prevent damage, never use replacement parts or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilies or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilies, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instrucon 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. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. This appliance is for household and indoor use only. The appliance must not be immersed Cauon! There is potenal injury from misuse. Heang element surface is subject to residual heat aer use. tea-maker shall not be placed in a cabinet when in use cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervisior
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This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applicaons such as: Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; Farm houses; By clients in hotels, motels and other residenal type environments; Bed and breakfast type environments.
2. Notes on this operang manual
This operang manual cannot cover all possible circumstances. For further informaon or in case of problems not adequately covered in this operang manual, please contact the service and sales centre. Please keep this operating manual safe and pass it on to the next user.
3. Unpacking
– Remove your espresso Capsule tea machine from its packaging. – Aer unpacking, please check that the following parts are included:
1. Water tank 2. Tea machine 3. Manual Note: – Check that your home power supply voltage is the same as marked on the machine rang plate – Destroy all the plasc bags to prevent danger to children! Tip: Keep the packaging for transporng the machine (e.g. for removals, servicing, etc.) Note: You may find a lile water remaining in the machine. In order to ensure that this machine works perfectly, it was tested with water before leaving the factory. – DANGER OF FROST
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4. Starng up
Before using for the first time Cauon: Improper handling of electrical equipment is dangerous and can be lethal. Please pay aenon to the safety precauons in this manual, in parcular the following: · Danger of scalding: beware of hot water! · Do not operate the machine with an empty water tank or water is less than MINIMUM
level. · Do not open the handle when the machine is brewing. · Always pull out the power plug before cleaning the machine. · Only use the machine in a dry room. ·Thoroughly rinse out the water tank with fresh water before using for the first me. Clean the Capsule tea machine using a damp cloth only.
5. Overview of machine parts and controls
No. Name A Handle B Buons C Water tank cover D Water tank E Brewing basket F Drip tray cover G Drip tray (removable)
6. Before using for the first me
Before using for the first me or aer long pauses (e.g. holidays) the machine must be flushed out. This short procedure can flush out and cleans the internal piping thoroughly. There are two ways to fill the water tank: directly into the machine, by using for example a jug, or by removing the water .
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There are two ways to fill the water tank: directly into the machine, by using for example a jug, or by removing the water
Filling without removing the tank ­ raise the water tank cover ­ Fill the tank with cold fresh water (the maximum temperature of the water is 35¥) ­ the maximum capacity is 0.6 litre ­ low down the tank cover
Filling by removing the water tank ­Hold the water grip at lng angle as shown in direcon to remove the water tank from the machine. Fill the tank up to Fill the tank up to the “MAX” mark with cold fresh water (the maximum capacity is 0.6 liter). ­Slide the water tank slowly on water tank base, when the water tank outlet is inserted in the inlet receptacle, pushing firmly on the water grip as shown in direcon to lock the water tank .

Connect the power supply

Press the switch buon

The lights at buons become steady when the machine is heated up heang up me is 45 seconds

Press the lungo tea buon, wait for the appliance to complete the flush out. ­ Before pressing the buon, make sure that: ­ the handle is closed without capsule inside. ­ the water tank is full. ­ the water tank is firmly in place, otherwise water may leak ­ a large bowl ( 250ml size or above) is placed under the dispenser. press the lungo tea buon to start flush out. ­ Open the handle when the flush out process stopped automacally. ­ Empty the cup. ­ flush out cycle is finished.
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Before using for the first time or after long pauses (e.g. holidays) the machine may be difficult to pump water, this short procedure can help pump to self priming by using the pipe to fill water into the circuit manually prior to turn on the machine for first refill.
Step 1# : insert the pipe into the water entrance.
Step 2# : fill water into the pipe.
Step 3# : inject the water from pipe into the machine so that the internal circuit is filled with water. After above steps, the machine will be able to pump water out normally. * If necessary, repeat the steps for 2 or 3 times.
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7. Capsule type can be used
Tips: The machines has different adaptor for different capsules, details refer to below
For Small / Nespresso capsules
For Large / Dolce Gusto capsules
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For Nespresso capsules

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2

– Open the handle – Pull out the brewing basket for
Nespresso capsules.
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– Press the brewing basket cover lid – Insert a capsule to the brewing basket.
– Push in the brewing basket with capsule. – Close the handle.

4 Place a cup under the dispenser
– Press the desired tea button only once
– The selected button will blink and the machine will start brewing then complete the brewing process, dispensing will stop automatically when reaching the default brewing time (26s for short espresso, 29s lungo tea),default setting can be programmed, please refer to “how to program brewing time” instruction.
Raise the handle and pull out the brewing basket to inject used capsule into the container.
Tips: when press the button, maybe the desired button LED flash a few seconds first ,then start brewing. the flash process is for heating, this is normal performance.
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For Dolce-Gusto capsules

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2

– Open the handle – Pull out the brewing basket for
Dolce-Gusto capsules

– Insert a capsule to the brewing basket.

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– Push in the brewing basket with capsule. – Close the handle.

4 Place a cup under the dispenser
– Press the desired tea button only once
– The selected button will blink and the machine will start brewing then complete the brewing process, dispensing will stop automatically when reaching the default brewing time (26s for short espresso, 29s lungo tea),default setting can be programmed, please refer to “how to program brewing time” instruction.
Raise the handle and pull out the brewing basket to inject used capsule into the container.
Tips: when press the button, maybe the desired button LED flash a few seconds first ,then start brewing. the flash process is for heating, this is normal performance.
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8. Standby Modecking
Factory Default setting: Standby
Mode:15 mins It means the machine will be turn off after 15 mins, and all the indicator lights will be off. To press the switch button to activate the standby mode again if the machine is in Standby mode
Standby mode setting:
Keep pressing the small cup button and big cup button, insert the plug to the socket . Switch button light will be on Press small cup button, Small cup button light off, Standby mode cancelled. Press small cup button, small cup button light on, standby mode activated
Clean mode function
1. Put a cup in front of the machine 2. Put some detergent into the water tank 3. Press the small cup and connect the power at
the same time power at the same time 4. The switch button and small cup button are
lighted, press the small cup button Start to clean, work time 120S.Press the small cup button to stop.
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15 minutes

Tea Volume Setting
Small Cup volume setting 1. Put tea cup under the tea outlet. 2. The machine is in normal working
condition. Keep pressing the small cup button, then release the button till you get the tea you want (Min:15S,Max:90S) Big Cup volume setting 1. Put tea cup under the tea outlet 2. The machine is in normal working condition. Keep pressing the big cup button, the release the button till you get the tea you want (Min:15S,Max90S)
Factory default setting
Press the big cup button, insert The plug to the socket. The Indicator light of buttons will Flash twice. It means the machine Come back to factory default setting
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9. Cleaning
Risk of fatal electrical shock and fire. Never immerse the appliance or part of it in water. / Be sure to unplug the machine before cleaning. / Do not use any strong cleaning agent or solvent cleaner. / Do not use sharp objects, brushesor sharp abrasives. / Do not place in a dishwasher.
Brewing cup cleaning
Holistic cleaning
Dry with a fresh and clean towel, cloth orpaper and reassemble all parts. Clean the tea outlet and inside the machine regularly with a damp cloth.
Warning tips
Prohibit to pull water to the machine
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Prohibit to open the handle when brewing.
Before brewing,to be sure there is not less 20ml water keep in the water tank.
There is sharp needle upper the capsuleAdaptor. Prohibit to put the hand or Finger to any part near the needleAfter the adaptor is removed.
Adaptor is still very hot after brewing Be careful the HOT!
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10. Energy saving mode
The machine enters energy saving model automatically once the machine is idle for 15 minutes, the back light of two buttons and power indicator will off. to quite energy saving mode, please press power button , appliance will start to warming up with lights blinking, when the buttons are lit steadily, the machine is ready to brew tea.
11. Decalcificaon
Decalcification / Maintenance Drinking water varies according to region. The lime particles in hard drinking water are deposited as residues in the machine and can block the piping and cause damage. To prevent this, be sure to decalcify the machine at the very least after making 300 to 400 cups of tea or,in any case if the output falls significantly or, after one or two months. Decalcification must be done correctly to prevent damage. So it is essential to follow these instructions.
Important: ­ Never clean the machine with vinegar. This causes damage and makes your tea
taste bad. ­ Damage caused by incorrect decalcification or failure to decalcify is not covered by the
guarantee. ­ Caution: beware of hot water!
1. Recommendations: purchase commercially available decalcifier (decalcifying liquid), diluted according to the manufacturer`s instructions; pour the mixture in the water tank.
2. Make sure there is without capsule inside the machine. 3. Place a large bowl under the dispensing head to collect the decalcification diluted and
lime residues 4. Fill the water tank with water to maximum level mixed with decalcifying solution, make
sure the solution is dissolved completely. 5. Press the lungo button to run decalcifying water as you brew tea normally, repeat
for several times to run out the entire tank water. 6. Repeat the process to run another tanks of water mixed with decalcifying solution. 7. Repeat the process to Flush out the intern circuit with a tank of fresh water (without
the decalcifying solution) to clean the internal circuit completely.
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12. Troubleshoong

PROBLEM No tea is brewed.
The tea is not hot enough.
Water on table
Handle can not close

CAUSE The water tank is empty.
– the Cold cups / mugs. – Scale build-up in machine. – Cold machine.

SOLUTION
Fill water in the water tank.
Preheat cup / mug. – Descale. – For cold machine, brewing a cup of water to
warm up the circuit.

– Water tank is leaking. – drip tray is full of water.
– the brewing basket is not placed well

– Check if the valve on water tank is stuck. – empty the drip tray.
– Push the brewing basket into correct position

13. Technical data

Rated Voltage: Rated Frequency: Rated Power: N.W./G.W.: Pump Pressure: Water Tank Capacity: Size: ProtectionClass:

220-240V AC 50/60Hz 1450W
2.5/3.4 kg appr. Max. 19 Bars 0.6L
110mm(W) 270mm(L) 250mm(H) I

Design or execution changes are reserved in the interest of technical progress.

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Correct Disposal of this product This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
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