West Bend Back To Basics Iced Tea Maker Instructions Manual

West Bend Back To Basics Iced Tea Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION! To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Always unplug the appliance from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if the appliance is dropped or damaged in any manner. If you experience any problems with your machine, unplug it immediately from the electrical outlet. For service information, see the warranty page.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven.
• To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in 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. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled by children or tripped over.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, 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.
• For household use only.

CAUTION! To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• Do not move an appliance containing hot water, tea,  or other hot liquids.
• Do not refill the water reservoir while the appliance is on. Turn the appliance off and allow it to cool before refilling with water.
• Do not place the glass pitcher on a hot surface or in a heated oven.
• Do not put a hot pitcher on a wet or cold surface.
• Do not clean the glass pitcher with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

USING YOUR ICED TEA MAKER

This Iced Tea Maker is designed to brew 2 quarts of great-tasting Iced Tea, sweetened or unsweetened. The Iced Tea Maker brews 1 quart of extra-strength tea, increasing in volume to 2 quarts when added to the ice or cold water in the pitcher during the brewing cycle. The glass pitcher holds 2.5 quarts, allowing additional ice or water to be added after the brewing process is completed, if desired.

Before using for the first time: Remove the filter, brew basket, and sweetener chamber. Rinse the filter in warm water only. Washing the filter with soap is optional, as any residue may affect the taste of your tea. Wash the brew basket, sweetener chamber, and pitcher in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.

Note: To remove any manufacturing residuals in the appliance, we recommend running at least one full pitcher of water only through the appliance. Follow the directions in the “TO MAKE TEA” section of this manual, but do not use any tea leaves or bags.

• A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.

TO MAKE TEA

1. Place the appliance on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface, away from any edge.
2. Fill the pitcher with fresh, cold water to the water level marking. Lift the reservoir lid and pour the water into the water reservoir. Note: Do not fill above the “MAX” fill marking. If too much water is poured into the water reservoir, it will come out of the overflow opening on the back of the Iced Tea Maker body.
3. Remove the filter and brew basket from the Iced Tea Maker.
4. For sweet tea, wet the inside of the sweetener chamber with water. Add up to 1 cup of sugar to the sweetener chamber. Note: Leave the sweetener chamber in the Iced Tea Maker, even if you do not make sweet tea.
5. Place the brew basket on top of the sweetener chamber. If using bagged tea, place the tea bags in the brew basket according to the “TEA MEASUREMENT” guide in this manual. The filter can be placed on top of the tea bags in the brew basket. If using loose tea, place the filter on top of the brew basket. Add loose tea according to the “TEA MEASUREMENT” guide.
6. Close the water reservoir lid.
7. Adjust the steeping control knob to your desired brew strength, mild on the left and strong on the right.
8. Fill the pitcher with ice cubes to the “ICE” level marking. Note: If you want to use cold water in place of ice, fill the pitcher with water to the “WATER” level marking, not the “ICE” level marking,g as the pitcher will overflow once the hot tea is brewed into the pitcher. Or, you can add 1 quart of cold water to the hot tea when the brew cycle is complete.
9. Place the pitcher on the drip tray with the pour spout facing the back of the Iced Tea Maker body. The handle should be facing the front of the machine, centered under the adjustable steeping control knob.
10. Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC electric outlet only. Press the power button. The button will light up, indicating the power is “ON”.
11. When the brewing cycle is complete, the Iced Tea Maker will automatically shut off. This takes approximately 10 minutes. Wait a few minutes for all the water to flow into the pitcher until the water stops dripping. Note: When using sugar, it may take longer for all the tea to dispense.
12. Remove the pitcher and serve. Note: If making sweet tea, gently stir the iced tea in the pitcher to thoroughly mix the contents before serving.
13. After the appliance has cooled, open the water reservoir lid and remove the filter, brew basket, and sweetener chamber. Discard the used leaves or bags and rinse thoroughly in warm water.
14. To clean, follow the cleaning instructions in this manual.

Note: If the appliance has been turned on accidentally or turned on without water, the “ON” switch will automatically reset itself when the preset internal temperature has been reached.

TEA MEASUREMENTS

Adjust the tea based on taste and strength. Green and Herbal teas may require additional amounts to achieve the desired strength and flavor. All amounts are based on making 2 quarts of iced tea.

• RRegular-sizetea tea bags (2g): 6 to 9
• Family size tea bags (6-7g): 2 to 3
• Loose tea: 1 to 3 tablespoons, depending on type
• Green tea bags (regular size): 6 to 9
• Herbal tea bags (regular size): 6 to 9

GARNISHES

Use any of the following to the pitcher to add color and flavor to your favorite iced tea.

• Fruit slices, including lemon, lime, orange, kiwi, apricot, peach, or pineapple. Float slices in the tea or slip a slice over the glass edge for decoration.
• Whole or sliced berries, including strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
• Use small bamboo skewers to thread grapes, cherries, and berries for a pretty and flavorful garnish.
• Coat the glass rim by wetting it with water or fruit juice and dipping it in sugar to form a light, crusty edge. Fill with ice and iced tea and add a fruit slice or mint sprig for decoration.
• Use flavorful herbs from the garden for decoration and flavor, such as mint and lemon verbena.

TEA FLAVORINGS

Experiment by adding different flavors to create unique and tasty iced tea beverages.

• Combine Iced Tea with fruit juices such as orange, white grape, peach, mango, pineapple, or blended juices. Use a 1:1 ratio of iced tea to juice.
• Use non-alcoholic mixers to add flavor and zest to iced tea. Good choices include Strawberry Daiquiri, Peach Daiquiri, Pina Colada, and Margarita.
• Ginger Ale and Lemon-Lime sodas add fizz and subtle flavoring when combined with iced tea and fruit juice. Use equal parts tea, soda, and juice.
• Fruit syrup is a quick and easy way to flavor regular iced tea. Peach and raspberry are two great choices.

TEA CHOICES

• Green tea’s light, clean taste makes it a perfect choice to combine with other flavors. Lower in caffeine than black tea, green tea also has health benefits, including antioxidants.
• Black tea has a stronger flavor and combines best with other more flavorful fruits. Use berries and citrus fruits for great beverage combinations.

CLEANING YOUR ICED TEA MAKER

Note: It is important to keep your Iced Tea Maker clean to maintain performance quality and to minimize tea stains.

1. Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow the entire appliance to cool before cleaning.
2. Remove the filter, brew basket, and sweetener chamber.
3. Rinse the filter in warm water only. Note: Washing the filter with soap is optional, as any residue may affect the taste of your tea.
4. Clean the brew basket, sweetener chamber, and pitcher in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly. Note: Do not wash any of these parts in an automatic dishwasher.
5. The exterior of the Iced Tea Maker can be wiped clean with a damp cloth after it has been unplugged and the base is cool. Note: Never use abrasive cleansers or materials as they can scratch, causing surface damage that can lead to breakage.
6. Regularly, remove hard water mineral deposits in the pitcher and brew basket. Fill each component with warm, undiluted white household vinegar and soak for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
   • Do not clean the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth or paper towel. This may leave particles in the chamber that may clog small openings in your appliance. Rinse with cold water periodically.
   • Decalcify the Iced Tea Maker periodically. See the “Decalcifying Your Iced Tea Maker” section in this manual.

DECALCIFYING YOUR ICED TEA MAKER

• This appliance must be decalcified periodically. Over time, mineral deposits build up on internal parts and affect the operation of the appliance. The frequency of decalcification depends on the hardness of your water and how often you use the appliance. Indications that decalcifying is necessary are:
  • Increased noise during brewing
  • Excessive steaming
  • Longer brewing times
  • The pumping action stops before all of the water has been pumped from the water reservoir
• If usage is regular, decalcifying should be carried out as follows:
  • With soft water, decalcify once per year
  • With medium water, decalcify every 3 months
  • With hard water, decalcify monthly
• We recommend the use of vinegar for decalcifying.

1. Open the water reservoir lid. Pour 1 quart of fresh, cool, undiluted white household vinegar into the water reservoir.
2. Put the pitcher in place on the drip tray. Set the steeping control to strong.
3. Remove the filter and set aside. Keep the brew basket and sweetener chamber in position in the appliance.
4. Close the water reservoir lid.
5. Plug in the Iced Tea Maker and press the power button until the “ON” indicator light is illuminated. After about 1 cup of vinegar has been pumped into the pitcher, unplug the Iced Tea Maker. Let it stand for 30 minutes.
6. Plug in the Iced Tea Maker again; it will resume pumping out the remaining vinegar.
7. When the Iced Tea Maker shuts off, unplug it.
8. Remove the pitcher and empty the vinegar.
9. Repeat the process using clear, cool water in place of vinegar to rinse any remaining traces of the vinegar from the system. Rinse twice using clean, cool water each time.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase, provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics, if the appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS INSTEAD OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290 –1851 or e-mail us at [email protected]. Return shipping fees are non-refundable. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims. Handwritten receipts are not accepted. Focus Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in the USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics online at www.focuselectrics.com, or you may call or e-mail the service department at the number/e-mail address listed above, or by writing to us at:

Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095

Be sure to include the catalog/model number of your appliance (located on the bottom/back of the unit) and a description and quantity of the part you wish to order. Along with this, include your name, mailing address, Visa/MasterCard number, expiration date, and the name as it appears on the card. Checks can be made payable to Focus Electrics, LLC. Call Customer Service to obtain the purchase amount. Your state’s sales tax and a shipping/processing fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two (2) weeks for delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach a dated sales receipt for warranty proof of purchase, and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________
Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________
Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________

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