ACF300 - Chocolate fountain BESTRON - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Chocolate Fountain
Brand	Bestron
Model	ACF300
Usage	Domestic use only
Bowl capacity	Approximately 1.5 kg of chocolate
Bowl material	Stainless steel
Heating system	Integrated heating element
Pump system	Motorized spiral
Number of tiers	3 chocolate tiers
Switch	On/off with separate functions (Heat and Motor & Heat)
Indicator light	"Power" light for operation indicator
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Safety	Never immerse the appliance, cord, or plug; hot surface during operation
Cleaning	Removable parts (except motor) dishwasher safe; stainless steel bowl cleanable with warm soapy water
Warranty	60 months (5 years) on manufacturing defects
Compatible chocolate types	Liquid chocolate, callets, bars or tablets (to break up)
Usage tip	Add sunflower oil (approx. 250 ml per 1.5 kg of milk chocolate) to improve fluidity
Included accessories	Stainless steel bowl, riser tube with tiers, chocolate spiral

Frequently Asked Questions - ACF300 BESTRON

What types of chocolate can I use in the Bestron ACF300 fountain?

You can use ready-to-use liquid chocolate, melting callets, or bars/tablets that you break into pieces. Avoid chocolate with solid inclusions (nuts, dried fruits) that could clog the spiral.

How to make the chocolate more fluid?

Add neutral oil like sunflower oil. Start with a small amount and gradually increase until desired fluidity is reached. For 1.5 kg of milk chocolate, use about 250 ml of oil. Mix well.

Can I melt chocolate directly in the fountain?

Yes, that's the recommended method. Place the chocolate pieces in the bowl, activate the 'Heat' function without the motor, and wait 15 to 30 minutes depending on quantity. Once melted, add the tiers and activate 'Motor & Heat'.

How to clean the chocolate fountain?

Turn off and unplug the appliance. Clean the stainless steel bowl with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Removable parts (tube, spiral, tiers) are dishwasher safe, but may discolor over time. Never immerse the motor base.

Can I keep leftover chocolate in the fountain?

No, do not keep used chocolate. Remove it while still liquid and discard it. Do not reuse chocolate that has been heated.

What to do if the spiral doesn't turn?

Check that the chocolate is fully melted before activating the motor. If the chocolate is still solid, the motor may be overloaded. Turn off the appliance, let the chocolate melt further, then try again. Also ensure the spiral is correctly attached to the motor shaft.

Is the fountain suitable for children?

The appliance can be used by children over 8 years old under adult supervision. Cleaning and maintenance must not be done by children under 8. Always supervise children to prevent burns from hot chocolate.

What is the warranty for the Bestron ACF300 fountain?

Bestron offers a warranty of 60 months (5 years) from the date of purchase, covering manufacturing and operational defects. The warranty does not apply in case of improper use, unqualified repair, or accidental damage.

Can the fountain be used outdoors?

Yes, but with caution. Avoid wet rooms and do not leave the appliance exposed to rain. Place it on a stable, flat surface away from falls.

How to assemble the fountain before first use?

Place the base of the riser tube onto the three pins of the stainless steel bowl. Insert the spiral into the tube by turning until the bottom opening engages on the motor shaft. First clean the appliance with a damp cloth to remove manufacturing residues.

USER MANUAL ACF300 BESTRON

ACF300 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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FUNKTION - Allgemein

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WERKING - Algemeen

Congratulations with the purchase of this Bestron product. These instructions tell you how the product works and how to use it. Read the instructions carefully before you start using the appliance. Only use the appliance in the manner described in the instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

Defects:

If the appliance is defective, do not try to repair it yourself. Always have a qualified mechanic carry out any repairs.

Children:

• This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years old and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and know-how, but only if supervised or if they have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and are aware of its potential dangers.
• Children are not allowed to clean and maintain the appliance, except if they are over the age of 8 years old and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and the cable out of reach of children under the age of 8 years old.
• Keep an eye on children to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that shown on the rating plate of an electrical appliance before you use it.
• Check that the socket to which you connect the electrical appliance is earthed.
• Always install electrical appliances on a stable and level surface where it cannot fall over.
• Certain parts of an electrical appliance may become warm or sometimes hot. Do not touch them as you may burn yourself.
• Make sure your hands are dry when you touch an electrical appliance, a cord or a plug.
• Electrical appliances must be able to lose their heat to avoid fire hazards. Therefore, make sure that the appliance has sufficient clearance around it and that it does not come into contact with flammable materials. Electrical appliances must never be covered.

• Make sure that electrical appliances, cords or plugs do not come into contact with water.

• Never immerse electrical appliances, cords or plugs in water or any other liquid.

• Do not touch electrical appliances if they have fallen in the water. Immediately pull the plug out of the socket. Stop using the appliance.
• Make sure that electrical appliances, cords and plugs do not come into contact with heat sources, such as a hot hob or open fire.
• Never let cords hang over the edge of the sink, a worktop or a table.
• Always remove plug from the socket when you are not using the electrical appliance.
• Remove the plug from the socket by pulling the plug itself and not the cord.
• Regularly check if the cord of the electrical appliance is not damaged. Do not use the electrical appliance if the cord shows signs of damage. If the cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, a technical service provider or a person with an equivalent qualification, to avoid any danger.
• The appliance may not be switched on with the aid of an external time switch, or by a separate system with remote control.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS APPLIANCE

• Be careful when using the appliance outdoors.
• Never use the appliance in damp or wet locations.
• Thoroughly clean the appliance after use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• Never move the appliance whilst it is switched on or is still hot. Switch off the appliance and wait until it has cooled down and the chocolate has sufficiently solidified before you move it.
  Take care when filling or emptying the chocolate fountain. Although splashes of chocolate do not cause burns, they may be painful and startle you.

ENVIRONMENT

• Dispose of packaging material such as plastic and cardboard boxes in the designated containers.

o not dispose of this product as normal domestic waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electric and electronic equipment. Look for the symbol on the product, the user instructions or the packaging showing the type of waste.

• The materials can be used as indicated. By helping us reuse and process the materials or otherwise recycle the old equipment, you will be making an important contribution towards the protection of the environment.
• Your municipality can tell you where to find the designated waste collection point in your neighbourhood.

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product meets the requirements of European guidelines.

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OPERATION - General information

The appliance is intended only for domestic use, not for professional use.

1. Rising tube with chocolate plateaus
2. Chocolate screw
3. Stainless steel bowl
4. Base with motor and heating element
5. "Power" indicator light
6. "On/off switch

OPERATION - Using for the first time

1. Remove the packaging.
2. Thoroughly clean the device with a warm, damp cloth in order to remove any manufacturing residue (see "Cleaning and maintenance").

OPERATION - Install the appliance

1. Place the base of the rising tube with chocolate plateaus on the three pins in the middle of the stainless steel bowl.
2. Place the chocolate screw with the opening at the bottom in the rising tube. Turn the chocolate screw by hand until the opening at the bottom is fixed around the motor shaft.

OPERATION - Chocolate to be used

You can use various types and flavours of chocolate with this chocolate fountain:

• Liquid chocolate (ready-to-use);
• Chocolate callets (liquefy by heating);
• Chocolate bars (break them into pieces first and liquefy them by heating).

OPERATION - Heating the chocolate

The chocolate can be heated in a number of different ways.

• Heat in a microwave. This must be done carefully at a low wattage and under constant supervision, otherwise the chocolate may burn.
  Heating au bain-marie. Make sure the bottom of the pan does not touch the bottom of the pan with water in it, otherwise a burnt layer of chocolate may form.

• Heat in a pan. This is the quickest, but not the most ideal, method. Heating the chocolate in a pan may produce burnt pieces of chocolate which can easily get scooped/poured into the chocolate fountain. These peices may block the chocolate fountain. Therefore, be careful when using this method.
  Heating in the appliance. This is recommended. Although the melting time is longer than the other methods given above, you know for sure that the chocolate will not burn and that it is at the correct temperature for use. In this case, it is easier to fit the chocolate plateaus after the chocolate has melted, because it is easier to stir without the plateaus fitted. If you melt solid chocolate in the appliance, assume a melting time of approximately 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the quantity and size of the pieces of chocolate.

ATTENTION:

• Chocolate is available in various compositions. Some chocolate can be liquefied more easily than others, depending on this composition. Add vegetable oil or sunflower oil to the chocolate to make it more fluid. Start with a small quantity and add more as desired. Make sure you mix the oil well with the chocolate. The oil does not affect the taste of the chocolate.
• For 1.5kg of milk chocolate, you must add approximately 250ml of vegetable oil or sunflower oil for it to be the correct texture. Using for the first time (filling with chocolate).

USING FOR THE FIRST TIME - Using for the first time (filling with chocolate)

1. Insert the plug into the plug socket.
2. Switch on the "Motor & Heat" function using the on/off switch. This way it can be tested whether the chocolate spiral rotates freely. The "Power" indicator light will illuminate. Then switch the device off again.
3. Switch on the "Heat" function. The "Power" indicator light will illuminate. Now fill the bowl to the brim with liquid chocolate or solid, cut into pieces, chocolate that is suitable for melting.
4. Wait until the chocolate turns into liquid chocolate. If the chocolate is under the brim, add some more chocolate.
5. Now switch on the "Motor & Heat" function. The "Power" indicator light will illuminate. The liquid chocolate is now being boosted and will flow back over the three chocolate trays into the drip tray.

ATTENTION:

Liquefy the chocolate before turning on the chocolate screw, otherwise the motor may get stuck. When using liquid chocolate, the motor can be turned on immediately.

OPERATION - Fondue

You can use fondue forks or skwers to dip almost anything into the warm chocolate. What about fruit, long fingers, small pancakes or biscuits? Everything tastes delicious when it's covered in a layer of warm chocolate.

1. First prick the food on a fondue fork or skewer, so you avoid the risk of burning yourself on the hot chocolate.
2. Dip the food into the liquid chocolate or hold it under the fountain.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Thoroughly clean the appliance and the separate components after use.

1. Turn off the motor and the heating element and remove the plug from the plugsocket.
2. Cleaning the chocolate fountain:

a. Allow the chocolate fountain to cool down, but not so much that the chocolate solidifies. The chocolate is easier to remove whilst it is still liquid.
b. Remove the delivery tube with chocolate plateaus and chocolate spiral and preferably clean it with detergent and hot soapy water. Although all separate parts (without the motor housing) are suitable for the dishwasher, it is possible that some discolouration of material will occur over time.
c. Thoroughly clean the inside and outside of the stainless steel bowl with hot water to which a little washing-up liquid has been added. Do NOT use scourers. Then dry them thoroughly.

1. Clean the housing of the appliance with a damp cloth, if necessary with an additional couple of drops of washing-up liquid. After cleaning, dry the unit thoroughly.
2. Store the chocolate fountain.

ATTENTION:

• Do not save any chocolate that is left over for use at a later date.
• Never use metal implements or scourers to clean the baking plate.
• Never immerse the appliance, plug or cord in water. Never put the appliance in a dishwasher.
• Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects (such as knives or hard brushes) when cleaning.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

Bestron offers a 60-month warranty on this equipment against defects resulting from manufacturing and/or material errors, subject to the following conditions.

1. No labour or material costs will be charged during this warranty period.
2. Any repairs carried out under the warranty will not extend the warranty period.
3. Faulty parts, or in the event of exchange, the faulty equipment itself, will automatically become the property of Bestron.
4. The warranty is valid for the first buyer only and is non-transferrable.

5. The warranty is not valid for damage caused by:

6. Accidents

7. Improper use

8. Wear and tear

Neglect

• Faulty installation
• Connection to a different mains voltage than indicated on the type plate
• Unauthorised changes
• Repairs carried out by unqualified third parties
• Use in violation with the applicable statutory, technical or safety standards

• Careless transport without suitable packaging or other protection

• Warranty cannot be claimed:

• For damage during transport

• If the serial number of the appliance is removed or changed

• Items excluded from warranty are:

Cords
Lamps

Glass parts

1. The warranty does not entitle the purchaser to compensation for any damage other than replacement or repair of the faulty parts. Bestron cannot in any event be held liable for any indirect or consequential losses caused by or in relation to the equipment it has provided.
2. Claims under a warranty may only be submitted to your (online) retailer or directly to the Bestron Service Department. Never send items without being asked to. We may refuse the parcel and you will be liable for the costs. Contact us first and we tell you how the appliance should be packaged and sent. Each claim under a warranty must be accompanied by the relevant receipt.

SERVICE

If an unexpected problem occurs, please contact the BESTRON service department: www.bestron.com/service

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