Tea Classic - Tea maker BEEM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Tea Classic BEEM

18 Items Supplied
18 Device Overview
19 Information About Your Operating Instructions
19 Explanation of the Symbols
19 Explanation of the Signal Words
19 Intended Use
20 Safety Notices
22 Before Initial Use
23 Setting Up and Connecting the Device
23 Operation
23 Thermostat Control
23 Removing / Attaching the Lid
24 Filling the Water Reservoir
24 Operating the Discharge Tap
24 Preparation
24 Boiling Water
24 Heating Water
25 Interval Boiling
25 Tips for Making Tea
25 Black Tea
26 Green Tea
Herbal Tea
27 Hot Instant Beverages
27 Cleaning and Care
28 Cleaning the Teapot
29 Descaling
29 Storage
30 Troubleshooting
31 Technical Data
31 Disposal

Items Supplied

Water reservoir with base
Water reservoir lid
Teapot and lid
- Connecting cable
- Operating instructions

Check the items supplied for completeness and any transport damage. If you find any damage to the device or the connecting cable, do not use the device but contact our customer service department.

Remove all packaging materials and any possible protective films used for protection during transportation. Never remove the rating plate and any possible warnings!

Device Overview

(Picture A)

Teapot lid
2 Teapot
3 Lid handles
4 Water reservoir lid
5 Water reservoir handles
6 Water reservoir
7 Thermostat control
8 Base
9 Heating control lamp
10 Device connection
Discharge tap
12 Discharge tap lever
13 Steam outlet

Congratulations!

Dear Customer,

We are delighted that you have chosen this samovar.

If you have any questions about the device and about spare parts / accessories, contact the customer service department via our website: www.beem.de

Information About Your Operating Instructions

Before using the device for the first time, please read the operating instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. They form an integral part of the device. If the device is given to someone else, it should always be accompanied by these operating instructions. The manufacturer and importer do not accept any liability if the information in these operating instructions is not complied with.

Explanation of the Symbols

Danger symbols: These symbols indicate risks of injury (e.g. from electricity or fire). Read through the associated safety notices carefully and follow them.

Supplementary information

Suitable for use with food.

Caution: hot surfaces!

Read operating instructions before use!

Explanation of the Signal Words

Signal words indicate hazards if the associated notices are not followed.

DANGER - high risk, results in serious injury or death

WARNING - medium risk, may result in serious injury or death

CAUTION - low risk, may result in slight or moderate injury

NOTICE - may result in risk of damage to material

Intended Use

• This device is only intended to be used to heat water for tea and hot instant beverages.
  This device is intended to be used in private households and similar applications, for example:

• in kitchens for employees in shops, offices and other commercial areas;
  -in agricultural businesses;
  -by customers in motels, hotels and other similar accommodation;
  -in bed and breakfasts.

• The device should only be used as described in the operating instructions. Any other use is deemed to be improper.

Safety Notices

WARNING: Note all safety notices, instructions, illustrations and technical data provided with this device. Failure to follow the safety notices and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or injuries.

• This device may be used by children aged 8 and over and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack of experience and / or knowledge if they are supervised or have received instruction on how to use the device safely and have understood the dangers resulting from this.
  Children must not play with the device.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children, unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.
• Children younger than 8 years of age and animals must be kept away from the device and the connecting cable.

CAUTION: hot surfaces!

The device and the accessories are very hot during and shortly after use. Only ever touch the handles, the lever and the thermostat control while the device is in operation. Allow the device to cool down completely before it is cleaned.

• Never exceed the maximum fill level (MAX marking). If the water reservoir is overfilled, hot water could splash out or overflow during boiling.
• The device is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
• Never immerse the device and the connecting cable in water or other liquids and ensure that they cannot fall into water or become wet.
• The device must always be disconnected from the mains when it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling, fi lling or emptying the water reservoir or cleaning it.

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• In the interest of your own safety, inspect the device and the connecting cable for damage each time before you use it. Use the device only if it is in working order.
• Do not make any modifications to the device. Do not repair the connecting cable yourself. If the device or the connecting cable of the device are damaged, they must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer service department or authorised distributors in order to avoid any hazards.
• It is essential to follow the instructions in the "Cleaning and Care" chapter.

DANGER - Danger of Electric Shock!

• Use the device only in closed rooms.
• Do not use the device in rooms with high humidity.
• Should the device fall into water, switch off the power supply immediately. Do not attempt to pull it out of the water while it is still connected to the mains power!
• Never touch the device and the connecting cable with wet hands when these components are connected to the mains power.
• Make sure that the steam which emerges does not come into direct contact with electrical devices and equipment containing electrical components.

WARNING - Danger of Injury!

• Keep children and animals away from the packaging material. There is a danger of suffocation!

Danger of scalding from heat, hot steam or condensation!

• Avoid coming into contact with the rising steam. Do not open the lid of the water reservoir during the boiling and heating process.
• Never pour water into the water reservoir when the device is switched on. Allow the device to cool down before filling it again.
• Do not move the device during the boiling and heating process.

• The heated water is hot! Be careful when handling hot liquids.

• Make sure that the connecting cable does not present a trip hazard. It should not hang down from the surface on which the device is placed in order to prevent the device from being pulled down.

• The water reservoir must be completely emptied, cleaned and disinfected at regular intervals. There is a risk from harmful gems!

WARNING - Danger of Fire

• Do not use the device in rooms containing easily ignitable dust or poisonous and explosive fumes.
• Do not connect the device along with other consumers (with a high wattage) to a multiple socket in order to prevent overloading and a possible short circuit (fire).
• Do not operate the device in the vicinity of combustible material. Do not place any combustible materials (e.g. cardboard, paper, wood or plastic) in or on the device.
• Do not cover the device during operation.
• In the event of a fire: Do not extinguish with water! Smother the flames with a fireproof blanket or a suitable fire extinguisher.

NOTICE - Risk of Damage to Material and Property

• The device should only be used if it has been correctly assembled! Before each use, check whether the lid is placed on correctly, the lever of the discharge tap is in the correct position and the water reservoir is fi Iled correctly!
• Lay the connecting cable in such a way that it does not become squashed or bent and does not come into contact with hot surfaces (also applies to the hot surfaces of the device!).
• Switch off the device and pull the mains plug out of the plug socket if an error occurs during operation, when there is a power cut or before a thunderstorm.
• Never pull or carry the device by the connecting cable. When you pull it out of the plug socket, always pull on the mains plug and never the mains cable!
• Protect the device from other heat sources, naked flames, sub-zero temperatures, persistent moisture, wet conditions and impacts.
• Use only original accessories from the manufacturer in order to guarantee that there is no interference that may prevent the device from working and to avoid possible damage.

Before Initial Use

I. Set up and connect the device (see the "Setting Up and Connecting the Device" chapter).
2. Before you first enjoy tea or hot instant beverages, we recommend that you carry out a trial run to remove any possible production residues. To do this, follow the instructions in the "Operation" and "Preparation" chapters.

When the device is first used, production-related additives (e.g. grease) may cause a small amount of smoke and / or an odour to be produced. This is normal and not a device defect.

1. Perform this process twice if necessary. Do not drink this water!
2. Clean the device and accessories (see the "Cleaning and Care" chapter).

Setting Up and Connecting the Device

PLEASE NOTE!

• Only connect the device to a plug socket that is properly installed and matches the technical data of the device. The plug socket must also be readily accessible after connection so that the connection to the mains can quickly be isolated.
• Do not use the device in conjunction with extension cables.
• Do not place the device below kitchen wall units or similar cupboards. The rising steam could cause damage to them!

• The surfaces of furniture may possibly contain elements which can attack and soften the feet of the device. If necessary, place a suitable pad below the feet.

• Place the device on the kitchen unit or another dry, solid, flat, heat-resistant and splash-proof work surface. Ensure there is sufficient clear space on all sides (at least 20cm to the sides and 30cm above).

• Ensure that the thermostat control (7) has been turned anticlockwise until it resists.
• Fully unwind the connecting cable and connect it to the device connection (10).
• Connect the connecting cable to a plug socket.

Operation

Thermostat Control

The thermostat control (7) is used to switch the device on and off and set the temperature of the water.

Switch on Turn the thermostat control clockwise until it resists.

Switch off Turn the thermostat control anticlockwise until it resists.

The heating control lamp (9) lights up as soon as the heating element of the device starts heating the water. The heating control lamp lights up at intervals when the water is boiling at intervals.

Removing / Attaching the Lid

I. Hold the lid (4) at the lid handles (3) and pull it upwards.

If the device has been in operation, use potholders or similar gloves as the lid handles might be hot. Always allow the device to cool down before using it again.

1. To close the lid, place it on the water reservoir (6).

Filling the Water Reservoir

Only ever fill the water reservoir (6) with fresh, clear tap water. Do not pour in any other liquids.

1. Take off the lid (4) (see the "Operation" chapter - "Removing / Attaching the Lid").
2. Pour the desired quantity of water (maximum 3 litres) into the water reservoir. Note the MAX marking. Make sure, the lever (12) is turned to the left (see chapter "Operation" - "Operating the Discharge Tap").
3. Place on the lid (see the "Operation" chapter - "Removing / Attaching the Lid").

Operating the Discharge Tap

I. Tum the lever (12) to the front. The discharge tap (11) opens and water flows out (Picture B1).
2. Turn the lever back to the left when the quantity of water you want has been removed. The discharge tap closes again (Picture B2).

Preparation

PLEASE NOTE!

• Do not operate the device without water. If this does happen, the heating element of the device switches off automatically (dry-running protection). In this case, allow the device to cool down for around 5 - 10 minutes before water is poured in and the device is used again.

If water needs to be added, switch off the device, pull the mains plug out of the plug socket and allow the device to cool down for a few minutes. When removing the lid (4), use pot-holders or similar gloves and be careful.

Boiling Water

I. Pour water into the water reservoir (6) (see the "Operation" chapter - "Filling the Water Reservoir").
2. Turn the thermostat control (7) clockwise to switch on the device and start boiling the water. The heating control lamp (9) lights up. The water carries on boiling until it has completely evaporated.

Heating Water

If water is just to be heated, boil the water once (see the "Boiling Water"). As soon as it boils, turn the thermostat control (7) anticlockwise until it resists. The heating control lamp (9) goes out and the device switches off. The water gradually cools if it is not removed and reused.

Interval Boiling

For an energy-saving way to boil water, it is advisable to choose the interval boiling setting. Here the thermostat regulates the supply of power as required. The device switches off the heating element once the water has boiled and switches it back on again as soon as the temperature of the water drops.

For this purpose, boil the water once (see the "Boiling Water" section). As soon as it boils, turn the thermostat control (7) down so that the heating control lamp (9) goes out.

As soon as the thermostat switches the heating element back on, the heating control lamp lights up again.

Switch off the device after each use by turning the thermostat control anticlockwise until it resists. Pull the mains plug out of the plug socket and allow the device to cool down before it is cleaned and / or stored away (see the "Cleaning and Care" chapter).

Tips for Making Tea

Not all tea is the same. In very literal terms, tea is just an aqueous infusion of the tea plant Camellia sinensis. This may be black or green tea. A distinction should be made from tea-like products, the so-called herbal and fruit teas.

This also means that not all tea-making can be the same. Depending on the variety, teas are infused with water at a different temperature in order to bring out the valuable ingredients and the flavour of the particular variety on the one hand and also preserve them on the other hand. For this reason, the different varieties also have infusion times of different lengths.

Below we have summarised a few of the most important basics for making tea. But you should also always note the preparation details provided on the packaging.

Black Tea

Proceed as follows to make black tea:

1. Pour water into the water reservoir (6) (see the "Operation" chapter - "Filling the Water Reservoir").
2. Fill a tea strainer with tea leaves (approx. one teaspoon per cup) or tea bags (approx. 1 tea bag for 1 - 2 cups).

The more tea leaves or tea bags and the less water are poured into the teapot, the stronger the tea concentrate will be. Tip: It is better to add slightly more tea so that you really do get a concentrate (connoisseurs enjoy an infusion with approx. 3 g for 200 ml of water).

1. Place the tea strainer in the teapot (2) and close the lid (1) of the teapot.
2. Place the lid (4) on the water reservoir (see the "Operation" chapter - "Removing / Attaching the Lid").
3. Place the teapot on the lid. This will preheat the teapot while the water is boiling.

4. Turn the thermostat control (7) clockwise until it resists to switch on the device and start boiling the water. The heating control lamp (9) lights up.

5. As soon as the water boils, turn the thermostat control anticlockwise so that the heating control lamp goes out (see the "Preparation" chapter - "Interval Boiling").

6. Take the teapot off the water reservoir.
7. Brew the tea in the teapot with boiling water from the water reservoir (see the "Operation" chapter - "Operating the Discharge Tap").
8. Place the teapot back on the water reservoir. The steam rising up in the water reservoir keeps the tea concentrate in the teapot at the temperature that it requires for "infusion".
   I I. After the required infusion time, take the tea strainer out of the pot.
9. Pour the concentrate that has been created in the teapot into a tea cup or a tea glass and top it up with hot water from the water reservoir. This enables you to vary the strength and the flavour of the tea as you wish.

The teapot can also remain on the water reservoir after the infusion time while the device is in operation. This keeps the tea hot.

Green Tea

Green tea can also be made using the samovar. However, it should not be brewed using boiling water. Depending on the variety, the ideal temperature is 50 - 70^ . The higher quality the tea, the lower the optimum water temperature. The infusion time also differs depending on the quality of the tea. Most varieties need to infuse for roughly 1-3 minutes. High-quality green tea only needs to infuse for around 1-1½ minutes.

In the case of tea bags, it is essential to note the manufacturer's preparation instructions.

Proceed as follows to make green tea:

I. Pour water into the water reservoir (6) (see the "Operation" chapter - "Filling the Water Reservoir").
2. Fill a tea strainer with tea leaves or tea bags.

Green tea generally has a lower concentration than black tea. Roughly 1 g is added to 100ml of water or 1 heaped teaspoon is added to 200ml of water.

1. Place the tea strainer in the teapot (2) and close the lid (1) of the teapot.
2. Place the lid (4) on the water reservoir (see the "Operation" chapter - "Removing / Attaching the Lid").
3. Place the teapot on the lid. This will preheat the teapot while the water is boiling.
4. The cups are also preheated by being filled with warm water.
5. Turn the thermostat control (7) clockwise until it resists to switch on the device and start boiling the water. The heating control lamp (9) lights up.

6. As soon as the water boils, turn the thermostat control anticlockwise so that the heating control lamp goes out (see the "Preparation" chapter - "Interval Boiling").

7. Allow the water to cool down for approx. 5 - 6 minutes.

8. Take the teapot off the water reservoir.
9. Brew the tea in the teapot with warm water from the water reservoir (see the "Operation" chapter - "Operating the Discharge Tap").
10. Place the teapot back on the water reservoir. The steam rising up in the water reservoir keeps the tea concentrate in the teapot at the temperature that it requires for "infusion".
11. After the required infusion time, take the tea strainer out of the pot.
12. Pour the concentrate that has been created in the teapot into a tea cup or a tea glass and top it up with hot water from the water reservoir. This enables you to vary the strength and the flavour of the tea as you wish.

Herbal Tea

Herbal tea and other types of tea such as fruit, rooibos and spiced teas are made in the same way as black tea (see the "Tips For Making Tea" chapter - "Black Tea"). Depending on the variety, the different blends require an infusion time of approx. 5 - 10 minutes.

In rare cases, herbal tea blends may contain germs (such as salmonella) which are killed off by being heated. Herbal tea must therefore always be infused using boiling water. This is the only way to obtain a safe product to consume!

Herbal tea mixtures also contain spores which are not killed off by boiling water. They can germinate in warm water. For this reason, infused herbal tea must not be left standing for several hours.

Hot Instant Beverages

To make hot instant beverages such as instant coffee, pour the amount you want into a cup and brew it using hot water from the samovar (see the "Operation" chapter - "Operating the Discharge Tap").

Cleaning and Care

PLEASE NOTE!

• The device and accessories are not dishwasher-safe.
• Descale the device on a regular basis.
• Do not use any toxic, corrosive or abrasive cleaning agents or scouring sponges to clean the device. These may damage the surface.

I. Fully empty the device.
2. Wipe down the housing with a cloth. If necessary, use a little water and detergent to remove more intense soiling.

1. Rinse out the water reservoir (6) well with clear water.
   NOTICE: When you do this, do not immerse the base (8) of the device in water!
2. Clean the teapot (2) and the lid (4) with warm water and detergent.
3. Dry all parts properly before the device is reassembled and / or stored away.
4. Check the connecting cable regularly for any damage.

The housing and the outside of the teapot should be cleaned regularly to remove any dust, fingerprints or other marks and streaks. For this purpose, we recommend the BEEM Premium Cleaning Cloth. This specially impregnated cloth gets rid of dust and unsightly fingerprints in next to no time - it does not scratch and is particularly gentle to the material. An additional cleaning agent is not required. The BEEM Premium Cleaning Cloth can be obtained from selected specialist stockists, directly via our website www.beem.de or from our customer service department on request.

Cleaning the Teapot

Over time tea residues may stain teapots. They should therefore be thoroughly cleaned regularly (at least every 4 weeks).

We recommend that you do this using BEEM Premium Cleaning Tablets. They will remove the residues quickly and easily. In addition, the cleaning tablets are gentle on the material and guarantee food-safe cleaning - ensuring an authentic tea flavour. BEEM Premium Cleaning Tablets can be obtained from selected specialist stockists, directly via our website www.beem.de or from our customer service department on request.

Cleaning with the BEEM Premium Cleaning Tablets

I. Dissolve one cleaning tablet in water at 60 - 70^
2. Pour the solution into the teapot (2).
3. Close and move the teapot to ensure that the inside is wetted with the cleaning solution.
4. Let the cleaning solution take effect for a few minutes.
5. Empty out the cleaning solution and thoroughly rinse the teapot several times.

The BEEM Cleaning Tablets do not have any descending effect!

Dscaling

Limescale deposits have an adverse effect not only on the quality of the tea and the water, but they also cause power losses and shorten the lifespan of the device. The thicker a limescale layer is, the more difficult it is to remove.

We therefore recommend regularly removing limescale deposits with a descending agent in accordance with the water quality in your area and how often the device is used (approx. every 2 - 6 weeks).

The first indications that descending is required are a large amount of steam being produced and slower boiling of the water. Limescale deposits on the bottom of the reservoir in samovars can cause the device to switch off prematurely.

For descending we recommend the BEEM Premium Descaler Concentrate. The efficient and food-safe BEEM Premium Descaler Concentrate is available from selected specialist stockists, via our website www.beem.de or from our customer service department on request.

Dscaling with the BEEM Premium Descaler Concentrate

1. Fill the water reservoir (6) up to the MAX marking with a concentrate / water solution of no more than 1:20 (one part concentrate to 20 parts water).
2. Turn the thermostat control (7) clockwise until it resists to switch on the device. The heating control lamp (9) lights up. The solution starts boiling.
3. As soon as the solution comes to a boil, turn the thermostat control counter clockwise so that the heating control lamp goes out (see the "Preparation" chapter - "Interval Boiling"). Let the solution take effect for a little while.
4. Allow the solution to run through the discharge tap (11) so that it is also freed of any limescale residues (see the "Operation" chapter - "Operating the Discharge Tap").
5. To rinse the device, allow two tankfuls of clear water to run through it. The device is now descaled and ready to be used again.

Storage

Disconnect the device from the mains power when it is not going to be used for a prolonged period. Clean the device again (see the "Cleaning and Care" chapter) to avoid possible mould formation. Mould can cause spots and damage on the device that can no longer be removed / repaired. Allow the device and all accessories to dry completely.

Store the device and all accessories in a dry, clean, frost-free place that is protected from direct sunlight and cannot be accessed by children or animals.

Troubleshooting

If the device does not work properly, check whether you are able to rectify the problem yourself. If the problem cannot be solved with the steps listed, contact the customer service department.

Do not attempt to repair an electrical device yourself!

Problem Possible cause Fix
The device cannot be switched on.	The connection between the connecting cable and the device does not fit correctly or the mains plug is not inserted correctly in the plug socket.	Correct the plug connections.
	The plug socket is defective. Try another plug socket.
	There is no mains voltage.	Check the fuse of the mains connection.
	The thermostat control (7) has not been activated.	Turn the thermostat control clockwise until it resists.
The fuse in the fuse box is triggered.	Too many devices connected to the same circuit.	Reduce the number of devices in the circuit.
Water runs out of the device.	There is too much water in the water reservoir (6).	Do not overfi ll the water reservoir!
	The discharge tap (11) is still open.	Close the discharge tap and ensure that the lever (12) cannot be blocked.
No water or only a very small amount of water runs out of the discharge tap.	The discharge tap is blocked. Clean the discharge tap.
	The device is furred up. Descale the device.
During use, an unpleasant smell is detected.	The device is being used for the fi rst time.	A smell often develops when new devices are fi rst used. The smell should disappear once the device has been used several times.
	The device has previously been descaled.	Rinse out the device with clear water.

Warranty and Limitations of Liability

• The warranty excludes any defects caused by improper use, calcification, damage or repair attempts. This also applies to normal wear and tear.
• We do not accept any liability for damage or consequential damage resulting from:
• Failure to follow the operating instructions
  Non-designated use
• Improper or unsuitable handling
• Repairs which are not carried out properly
  Unauthorised modifications
• Use of outside parts or spare parts
• Use of unsuitable additional parts or accessories

Keep the original packaging during the warranty period of the device so that the device can be properly packaged up if it needs to be returned. The warranty claim will lapse if any damage is caused during transport.

Technical Data

Article number:

Colour: Stainless steel-black Stainless steel-gold

Model number: SA2.30.1 S2.30.1

Voltage supply: 230V 50 - 60Hz

Power: 1850 - 2200W

Protection class:

Capacity water reservoir:

Capacity teapot:

0611903022

max. 3 litres

max. I litre

ID operating instructions: Z 06119_03022 M BE V3 0921 dk

Disposal

Dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally friendly manner so that it can be recycled.

This device is governed by the European Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Do not dispose of this device as normal domestic waste, but rather in an environmentally friendly manner via an officially approved waste disposal company.

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