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BTM800UK Issue - C13
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the Tea Maker
Instruction Booklet
™
BTM800UK
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PAge heAder.....CONTENTS
3 We recommend safety first
9 Getting to know your new appliance
11 Tea insights
11 Tea types
11 Tea storage
12 Tips for optimal tea brewing
13 Before first use
13 Preparing the Tea Maker™ for use
Operating your new appliance
15 Use as a Tea Maker for brewing tea
15 Selecting the tea type
16 Selecting the tea strength
17 Selecting the 'Keep Warm' feature
18 Selecting the 'Basket Cycle' feature
18 Use as a variable temperature kettle
Additional features
20 Customising brew temperature
20 Customising brew time
21 ‘Auto Start’ feature
22 Resetting default setting
23 Standby mode
23 Moving the tea basket when not in
the brewing cycle
24 A note on temperature conversion
(°C to °F)
25 Care and cleaning
25 Cleaning the glass jug
26 Cleaning the jug lid and integrated
scale filter
27 Cleaning the tea basket lid,
tea basket and tea scoop
27 Cleaning the power base
27 Storage
28 Troubleshooting
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PAge heAder.....WE RECOMMEND SAFETY FIRST
At Sage™ by Heston Blumenthal‰ we are very safety conscious.
We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety
of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we
ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical
appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• Before using for the first
time please ensure that
your electricity supply is the
same as shown on the rating
label on the underside of the
appliance. If you have any
concerns please contact your
local electricity company.
• Your Sage
Blumenthal
™ by Heston
‰
appliance
includes a BS 13 amp
moulded mains plug on the
supply cord.
• Should you need to change
this plug, please complete
the rewiring as follows
(after safe disposal of the
moulded plug).
• Please note that a cut off plug
inserted into a socket is a
serious danger risk.
• Wires are coloured as follows:
−Blue = Neutral
−Brown = Live
−Green & Yellow = Earth
• As the colours of the wire
may not correspond with the
coloured markings which
identify the terminals in
your plug, please refer to the
following:
−The Blue wire must be
connected to the terminal
which is marked ‘N’.
−The Brown wire must be
connected to the terminal
which is marked with the
letter ‘L’.
−The Green & Yellow wire
must be connected to the
terminal which is marked
with the letter E or the
earth symbol
.
• Please note that if a 13 amp
plug is used, a 13 amp fuse
should be used.
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• Carefully read all instructions
before operation and save for
future reference.
• Remove and safely discard
any packaging material and
promotional labels before
using the appliance for the
first time.
• To eliminate a choking
hazard for young children,
remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the
power plug of this appliance.
• This appliance has been
designed specifically for
the purpose of heating and
boiling quality drinking
water and tea only. Under
no circumstances should
this product be used to heat
or boil any other liquids or
foodstuffs.
• Do not place the appliance
near the edge of a bench
or table during operation.
Ensure that the surface is
level, clean and free of water.
• Do not place the appliance
on or near a hot gas burner,
electric element or where it
could touch a heated oven.
• Keep the appliance clear of
walls, curtains and other heat
or steam sensitive materials.
Keep a minimum 20cm of
space on both sides of
the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance
on a sink draining board.
• Always ensure the appliance
is properly assembled before
connecting to a power outlet
and operating. Follow the
instructions provided in
this book.
• The glass jug must be used
only with the power base
supplied. Do not use on a
range top.
• The appliance is not intended
to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate
remote control system.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
Use the handle for lifting and
carrying the glass jug.
• Attach the jug lid securely to
the glass jug before operation.
• Do not place anything on top
of the jug lid.
• Do not open the jug lid
during operation as scalding
may occur.
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WE RECOMMEND SAFETY FIRST
• Extreme caution must be
used when moving the glass
jug containing hot liquid.
• Use caution when pouring
water from the glass jug as
boiling water and steam will
scald. Do not pour the water
too quickly.
• To avoid scalding, never
fill the glass jug past the
‘WATER MAX’ (when
heating water) or
‘TEA MAX’ (when brewing
tea) line markings.
• Do not operate the appliance
without water. Always fill
the glass jug to at least the
‘MIN’ marking. Should it be
operated without water, the
boil-dry protection will shut
the power off automatically.
Allow the appliance to cool
before refilling.
WARNING
To protect against electric
shock, do not immerse the
glass jug base, power base,
power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture
to come in contact with
these parts.
Please refer to cleaning
instructions on page 25 of the
instruction booklet.
• Do not remove the glass jug
from the power base during
heating or when the basket
is in operation. Ensure the
appliance has completed the
water heating or tea brewing
cycle before removing the
glass jug from the
power base.
• The use of accessory
attachments not
recommended by Sage
Heston Blumenthal
‰
may
™ by
result in fire, electric shock or
injury to persons.
• To turn OFF the appliance,
press the TEA|Cancel button
(when brewing tea)
or the HOT WATER|Cancel
button (when heating water)
on the power base. The
appliance is OFF when the
button surround illumination
goes out.
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WE RECOMMEND SAFETY FIRST
• To disconnect from the wall
outlet, first turn OFF the
appliance then remove
the power plug from the
wall outlet.
• When the appliance is not in
use or when left unattended,
disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet.
• Before attempting to move
the appliance or before
assembling or disassembling
parts, cleaning or storing, turn
OFF the appliance, allow to
cool and disconnect from the
wall outlet.
• Allow the appliance to
cool down in between
brewing cycles.
• Strictly follow the Care and
Cleaning instructions on
page 25.
• Do not use harsh abrasives
or caustic cleaners when
cleaning this appliance.
• Do not operate the
Tea Maker™ on
a sink or draining board.
• Young children should be
supervised to ensure that
they do not play with
the appliance.
• The glass jug has been
specially treated to make
it stronger, more durable
and safer than ordinary
glass, however it is not
unbreakable. If dropped or
struck extremely hard, it may
break or weaken, and could at
a later time shatter
into many small pieces
without apparent cause.
• This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not
be made by children
without supervision.
• Always disconnect the
appliance from the supply if it
is left unattended and before
assembling, disassembling
and cleaning.
• Misuse may cause injury.
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WARNING
Never immerse the glass jug,
power base, power cord or
power plug in water or allow
moisture to come in contact
with these parts.
WARNING
Do not wash jug exterior
under running water.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
FOR ALL ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• Unwind the power cord fully
before use.
• Do not let the cord hang over
the edge of a table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not use the appliance
for anything other than
its intended purpose as
described in this booklet. Do
not use outdoors. Do not use
in moving vehicles or boats.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Do not use the appliance if
power cord, power plug or
appliance becomes damaged
in any way. If damaged or
maintenance other than
cleaning is required, please
contact Sage
Blumenthal
Service on 0844 334 5110 or
go to sageappliances.co.uk
™ by Heston
‰
Customer
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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• Consult a qualified
electrician if the grounding
instructions are not
completely understood,
or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
• Consult a qualified electrician
if the grounding instructions
are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists
as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
WARNING
Do not operate the appliance
on an inclined surface. Do not
move the appliance while it is
switched on.
The symbol shown
indicates that this
appliance should not be
disposed of in normal
household waste.
It should be taken to a local
authority waste collection
centre designated for this
purpose or to a dealer
providing this service.
For more information,
please contact your local
council office.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW APPLIANCE
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A. Jug lid
B. Stainless steel scale filter
C. Tea basket lid
D. Stainless steel tea basket
E. Jug post
Magnetically attaches the tea basket.
J
I
F. Glass jug
1500ml water max, 1200ml tea max.
G. Immersed temperature sensor
H. Tea scoop
I. Power base
J. Cord storage
Concealed on the underside of the
power base.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW APPLIANCE
K
L
M
N O P Q R
K. AUTO START button
Set the Tea Maker™ to automatically begin
brewing at a pre-selected time.
L. KEEP WARM button
Keeps the brewed tea or heated water
warm for up to 60 minutes.
M. BASKET button
Auto lifts & lowers the tea basket.
The movement allows water to circulate
freely around the tea leaves for
maximum infusion .
N. TEA TYPE button
Preset brew temperatures recommended
for green, black, white, herbal & oolong tea.
S
T
O. Variable temperature control
Overrides the preset brew temperatures.
P. Backlit LCD
Q. Variable time control
Overrides the preset brew times.
R. TEA STRENGTH button
Preset brew times recommended for strong,
medium and mild brews.
S. HOT WATER | CANCEL button
For use as a variable temperature kettle.
T. TEA | CANCEL button
Activates the tea brewing cycle.
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TEA INSIGHTS
TEA TYPES
There are four main types of tea from the
tea plant camellia sinensis. The picking and
processing methods determine the type of
tea finally produced.
Black Tea
Black tea is the most common type of tea
worldwide. It is made by fermenting the
harvested leaves for a couple of hours
before heating or drying. This oxidation
darkens the leaves and increases the
amount of caffeine. Of all the teas, black
tea has the strongest colour and flavour.
White Tea
White tea is the rarest and the most
exclusive tea. White tea consists of the
whitish buds of the tea plant which are
steamed then left to dry naturally. This
tea is low in caffeine and has a slightly
sweet flavour.
Green Tea
Green tea makes up approximately
ten percent of the world’s tea. The
leaves are picked, rolled and dried
before they can go brown. Green tea
has a distinctive aroma and has a slight
astringent taste.
Oolong Tea
Oolong Tea is semi fermented, which
means leaves are processed immediately
after picking. They only have a short
period of oxidation which turns the
leaves from green to red/brown. Its
leaves have a floral, fruity quality and
hence have a delicate fruity taste. It is
recommended not to drink Oolong tea
with milk, sugar or lemon.
Herbal Infusions or Tisanes
Herbal infused teas are not produced
from the tea plant, but from flowers,
leaves, roots or seeds. Common herbal
beverages are chamomile, peppermint,
fennel, rose hip, and lemon verbena.
Herbal infusions that do not contain
tea will generally not become bitter
with extended brews. These can often
be brewed with boiling water 3 times
without jeopardising the taste.
Blends
Tea producers make blends by
combining different types of teas, often
in order to achieve flavour consistency
from one season to the next. Common
black tea blends include English
Breakfast, Earl Grey, Irish Breakfast, and
Russian Caravan.
TIP
Brewed tea leaves make an ideal
garden fertiliser and help condition
the soil.
TEA STORAGE
• Teas stored inside a vacuum sealed
bag can be stored for up to two years,
depending on the quality and grade of
tea. Once opened, tea should be stored
in an airtight container and kept in a dry
and dark place.
• Once opened, black teas will last longer
than green and oolong teas but all tea
needs to be stored in ideal conditions.
• You can tell when tea is past its best if it
has lost its aroma and will create either
a bitter or dull tasting cup.
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TEA INSIGHTS
TIPS FOR OPTIMAL TEA BREWING
• Water quality affects taste. For best
results, use filtered water.
• Finer tea particles and leaves will infuse
more quickly than whole leaves. As a
result, finer tea particles often release
too much tannin too quickly, creating a
harsher taste. Adjust the brewing time
until desired strength is achieved.
• Using the tea scoop provided, use
roughly one scoop of tea per cup/250ml
of water.
Water to Tea Scoop Ratio
GLASS JUG
MARKING
500mL Approx.
750mL Approx.
1000mL Approx.
1200mL Approx.
CUPS / ML TEA
2 Cups/500ml
3 Cups/750ml
4 Cups/1000ml
5 Cups/1200ml
SCOOPS
2 Scoops
3 Scoops
4 Scoops
5 Scoops
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BEFORE FIRST USE
PREPARING THE TEA MAKER™ FOR
USE
In order to remove any dust or protective
residues from the manufacturing process, it
is recommended to run a boiling cycle then
discard the water.
1. Remove and safely discard any
packing material, promotional labels
and tape from the Tea Maker™.
2. Remove the jug lid then remove the
tea basket from the magnetic post
within the glass jug. Wash the jug lid,
tea basket, basket lid and tea scoop
in warm soapy water with a soft
sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass
jug, the power base, power cord or
power plug in water or allow moisture
to come in contact with these parts
3. Place the power base on a flat,
dry surface.
4. Without the tea basket in place, fill
the glass jug to the water maximum
mark (1500mLWATER MAX) and
place on the power base. Securely fit
the jug lid onto the glass jug.
WARNING
Filling past the 'MAX' line may result
in serious burns or injuries as a result
of overflowing hot or boiling water.
Filling below the 'MIN' line will result
in the Tea Maker™ switching off before
the water has boiled or reached the
selected temperature.
5. Unwind the power cord completely
and insert the power plug into a
grounded wall outlet.
6. The LCD screen will illuminate with
the default brew temperature and
brew time display.
7. Press the left ARROW UP
button until the LCD screen
displays 100°C. The 'Custom' LED
will automatically illuminate.
WARNING
Never fill the glass jug with chilled
water. Allow the Tea Maker™ to cool
before refilling.
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BEFORE FIRST USE
8. Press the HOT WATER|Cancel
button to start the cycle. The button
surround will illuminate and the
LCD screen will display 'ON' and
the real-time heating progress in
increments of 5°C.
9. Once the water reaches 100°C, the
tea alert will sound three times and
the HOT WATER|Cancel button
surround will cease to illuminate.
10. Discard the water. The Tea Maker™ is
now ready to use.
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BREWING TEA
USE AS A TEA MAKER™ FOR
BREWING TEA
1. Remove the glass jug from the power
base and remove jug lid. When
brewing tea, fill with desired amount
of water. Ensure you do not fill past
the tea maximum mark (1200mL
TEA MAX).
WARNING
Filling past the ‘MAX’ line may result
in serious burns or injuries as a result
of overflowing hot or boiling water.
Filling below the ‘MIN’ line will result
in the Tea Maker™ switching off before
the water has boiled or reached the
selected temperature.
2. Place the basket on a flat, dry surface.
Remove basket lid by lifting from
the sides.
3. Use the provided tea scoop to fill the
basket with tea leaves. As a general
guide, use 1 scoop of tea leaves per
cup / 250ml of water, however this
will depend on the instructions on
tea packaging and your personal
preference (See page 12, Water to
Tea Scoop Ratio).
4. Replace the basket lid on top of
the basket. Ensure lid is securely
snapped in place by pressing firmly
on the centre of the lid.
5. Slide the assembled basket on to
the magnetic post located within
the glass jug. The assembled basket
will attach itself to the top of the
magnetic post. Replace jug lid.
SELECTING THE TEA TYPE
The tea type determines brew temperature.
The Tea Maker™ has 5 preset tea types
recommended for optimal brewing of
Green, Black, White, Herbal or Oolong tea.
It also features a customisable tea type
temperature setting for other tea varieties
or to suit your personal taste (see page 20,
Customising Brew Temperature).
1. To select a preset tea type:
a) Press the TEA TYPE button and
toggle through until the desired tea
– 'Green', 'Black', 'White', 'Herbal' or
'Oolong' illuminates.
b) The LCD screen will display
the preset brew temperature
recommended for optimal brewing
of the selected tea type. This is
displayed on the left hand side of
the LCD screen.
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BREWING TEA
TEA TYPE
GREEN
TEA
WHITE
PRESET
BREW TEMP
PRESET
BREW TIME
SELECTING THE TEA STRENGTH
The desired tea strength determines the
brew time. The correct brew time depends
on the tea type and your personal tea
strength preference.
The Tea Maker™ has 3 preset tea strengths
recommended to achieve Strong, Medium
or Mild tea brews. It also features a
customisable brew time setting to suit your
personal taste (see Page 20, Customising
Brew Time).
1. To select a preset tea strength:
a) Press the TEA STRENGTH button
and toggle through until the desired
tea strength – 'Strong', 'Medium' or
'Mild' illuminates.
b) The LCD screen will display the
preset brew time recommended to
achieve the selected brew strength for
the tea type selected. This is displayed
as the right figure on the LCD screen.
2. Press the TEA|Cancel button to start
the tea brewing cycle. The button
surround will illuminate and the
LCD screen will display 'ON' and
the real-time heating progress in
increments of 5°C.
Once the water temperature reaches
50°C, 'ON' will be replaced by the
selected brew time.
3:00
OOLONG
TEA
85˚C80˚C
3:00
TEA
90˚C
3:00
NOTE
The ‘BREW TIME’ can be adjusted
during the heating process but
‘BREW TEMP’ cannot be changed
once the heating cycle commences.
To change the brew time press
the right
increase the time, or the right
ARROW DOWN button to decrease
the time. The brewing time can be
adjusted in 30 second increments up
to a maximum of 10 minutes.
3. Once the selected brew temperature
is reached the assembled basket
will automatically lower into the
heated water.
4. Once the basket reaches the bottom
of the glass jug, the LCD screen
will indicate the brewing progress,
automatically counting down in one
second increments. This is displayed
on the right hand side of the
LCD screen.
5. At the end of the tea brewing cycle,
the basket will automatically rise to
the top of the glass jug to prevent
over-brewing. The tea alert will
sound three times.
HERBAL
TEA
100˚C
4:00
ARROW UP button to
BLACK
TEA
100˚C
2:00
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BREWING TEA
WARNING
The tea basket is hot to touch after
tea is brewed. Ensure the tea basket
handle has cooled before handling.
SELECTING THE ‘KEEP WARM’
FEATURE
This feature allows the brewed tea or heated
water to remain warm for up to 60 minutes.
The ‘Keep Warm’ temperature ranges
between 70–80°C depending on
the original brew temperature selected.
The lower the brew temperature, the
lower the ‘Keep Warm’ temperature.
ORIGINAL BREW
TEMP.
70˚C - 80˚C 70˚C
85˚C 75˚C
90˚C - 100˚C 80˚C
NOTE
During the ‘Keep Warm’ cycle, brewed
tea will continue to develop flavour.
Depending on how long you intend to
keep the brewed tea warm, you may
consider reducing the initial
tea strength/brew time (see page 16).
APPROXIMATE
KEEP WARM TEMP.
NOTE
‘Keep Warm’ will only maintain
temperature during the 60 minute
‘Time Since Brew’ feature at the end of
the ‘Tea’ or ‘Hot Water’ function.
2. Once the tea brewing or water
heating cycle is complete, the LCD
screen will automatically display
the ‘Time Since Brew’ count-up. The
KEEP WARM button surround will
remain illuminated, indicating the
‘Keep Warm’ cycle is active for up
to 60 minutes during ‘Time Since
Brew’ while the glass jug remains on
the power base.
3. During this time, the glass jug can
be removed from the Power Base,
however the ‘Keep Warm’ feature
will automatically switch off. You can
re-select the ‘Keep Warm’ feature by
pressing the KEEP WARM button.
The ‘Keep Warm’ cycle will remain
active for the duration of the
60 minute ‘Time Since Brew’ feature.
NOTE
‘Keep Warm’ feature will not activate
and will not function if water
temperature is below 50°C.
To activate the ‘Keep Warm’ feature:
1. Press the KEEP WARM button
before, during or after completion
of the tea brewing or water heating
cycle. The button surround will
illuminate, indicating the ‘Keep
Warm’ feature has been selected.
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BOILING OR HEATING WATER
SELECTING THE ‘BASKET CYCLE’
FEATURE
This feature continuously auto lifts and
lowers the basket during the tea brewing
cycle. This movement loosens the tea leaves
within the basket, allowing the heated water
to circulate freely around the tea leaves for
maximum infusion.
NOTE
The ‘Basket Cycle’ can significantly
increase the rate of infusion and affect
the tea strength. You may consider
reducing the initial tea strength /
brew time (see page 17) when using
the ‘Basket Cycle’ feature.
NOTE
It is recommended that the ‘Basket
Cycle’ feature is used only when
making between 1000mL (approx. 4
cups) to 1200mL (approx. 5 cups).
1. To activate the ‘Basket Cycle’ feature,
press the BASKET button once.
The button surround will illuminate
and the LCD screen will display
BASKET CYCLE.
2. During the brewing cycle, the
BASKET button surround will flash
while the basket slowly lifts and
lowers within the heated water.
3. The ‘Basket Cycle’ feature can be
cancelled anytime during the tea
brewing cycle. Press the BASKET
button once. The button surround
will cease to illuminate and the
LCD screen will no longer display
BASKET CYCLE. The basket will
return to the bottom
of the glass jug for the remaining
brewing time.
USE AS A VARIABLE TEMPERATURE
KETTLE
The Tea Maker™ can be used for boiling
or heating water to a customisable
temperature.
NOTE
If you have used the glass jug for
making tea we recommend thoroughly
cleaning the interior of the jug and
removing the tea basket before boiling
or heating water. See Care & Cleaning
instructions on page 25.
1. Fill the glass jug with the desired
amount of water. Do not fill over the
water maximum mark
(1500ml WATER MAX).
2. a) To boil water (100°C):
Press the left
to increase the temperature to 100°C.
The ‘Custom’ LED will automatically
illuminate.
b) To heat water to a customised
temperature:
Press the left
to increase the temperature, or the
left
ARROW DOWN button
to decrease the temperature. The
temperature can be adjusted in 5°C
increments from 70°C to a maximum
of 100°C (or in the Fahrenheit mode,
5°F increments from 160°F to a
maximum of 212°F). The ‘Custom’
LED will automatically illuminate.
ARROW UP button
ARROW UP button
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BOILING OR HEATING WATER
NOTE
Once a customised temperature has
been selected and once tea making
or water heating cycle has been
activated, the customised temperature
setting will remain in the memory of
the Tea Maker™ until you change it. To
return to default settings, see page 25.
3. Press the HOT WATER|Cancel
button to start the cycle. The button
surround will illuminate and the
LCD screen will display ‘ON’ and
the real-time heating progress in
increments of 5°C.
4. The brew temperature cannot be
changed once the heating cycle
commences. To change the brew
temperature, press the HOT
WATER|Cancel button to cancel
the heating cycle. Re-select the brew
temperature (see Page 23).
5. Once the selected temperature is
reached, the tea alert will sound
three times. The LCD screen will
automatically display the ‘Time
Since Brew’ function. This function
counts
up to a maximum of 60 minutes,
allowing you to monitor when the
water heating cycle was complete.
It does not activate the heating
elements.
6. The Tea Maker™ has a ‘Keep Warm’
feature that allows brewed tea or
heated water to remain warm for
up to 60 minutes. This feature can
be activated before, during or after
the water heating cycle (see page 17,
Selecting the ‘Keep Warm’ feature).
NOTE
‘Keep Warm’ will only maintain
temperature during the 60 minute
‘Time Since Brew’ feature at the end of
the ‘Tea’ or ‘Hot Water’ function.
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CUSTOMISING BREW TEMPERATURE & TIME
CUSTOMISING BREW
TEMPERATURE
In addition to the 5 preset brew
temperatures (see page 15, Selecting
the Tea Type), the Tea Maker™ also features
a customisable brew temperature setting for
other tea varieties or to suit your personal
taste.
To customise a brew temperature:
1. Press the left
button to increase the temperature,
or the left
button to decrease the temperature.
The brewing temperature can be
adjusted in 5°C increments from
50°C to a maximum of 100°C (or in
the Fahrenheit mode, 5°F increments
from 160°F to a maximum of 212°F).
2. The LCD screen will display the
customised brew temperature. This
is displayed as the left figure on the
LCD screen.
NOTE
Pressing the left
the
ARROW DOWN button while
‘Green’, ‘Black’, ‘White’, ‘Herbal’ or
‘Oolong’ are illuminated, will override
the tea type options and illuminate
‘Custom’.
ARROW UP
ARROW DOWN
ARROW UP or
CUSTOMISING BREW TIME
In addition to the 5 preset brew times (see
Page 16, Selecting the Tea Strength), the
Tea Maker™ also features a customisable
brew time setting to suit your personal taste.
To customise a brew time:
Ensure the brew temperature (tea type) has
been selected (see Page 16 and 20).
Brew time less than 10 minutes
i) Press the right
button to increase the time, or the
right
to decrease the time. The brewing
time can be adjusted in 30 second
increments up to a maximum of
10 minutes.
ii) Once the Tea Maker™ is activated
and the correct water temperature
is reached, the basket will
automatically lower and the brew
time counter will count down the
selected time.
iii) Once the brewing is complete, the
basket will automatically rise and the
LCD screen will display the
‘Time Since Brew’ function. This
function counts up to a maximum of
60 minutes, allowing you to monitor
the freshness of your brew. It does
not activate the heating elements.
ARROW DOWN button
ARROW UP
NOTE
This product is not calibrated
for commercial or scientific use.
Temperatures may vary ± 3˚C, which
is within range for optimal brewing
for each tea variety.
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AUTO START
Manual mode-brew times over 10 minutes
In this mode, once the correct water
temperature is reached, the assembled
basket will automatically lower and
commence brewing. However, it will not
automatically lift the basket, allowing you to
manually lift it once the desired brew time
has elapsed.
i) Press the right
button to increase the time up to the
maximum 10 minutes.
ii) Continue to press the right
ARROW UP button. The LCD
screen will display ‘MANUAL LIFT’
and ‘- - : - -‘ on the right side of
the LCD.
iii) Once the Tea Maker™ is activated
and the correct water temperature
is reached, the basket will
automatically lower.
iv) In the manual lift mode, the LCD
screen will automatically commence
the ‘Brew Time’ feature. This feature
counts up to a maximum of
60 minutes, allowing you to
monitor how long the basket has
been submerged.
v) Once the desired brew time has
elapsed, press and hold the BASKET
button for 2 seconds. The basket
will rise.
vi) Once the brewing is complete,
the LCD screen will automatically
display the ‘Time Since Brew’
function. This function counts up to
a maximum of 60 minutes, allowing
you to monitor the freshness of
your brew. It does not activate the
heating elements.
ARROW UP
NOTE
Once a customised time has been
selected and one tea making or water
heating cycle has been activated,
the customised time will remain in
the memory of the Tea Maker™ until
you change it. To return to default
settings, see page 22.
AUTO START FEATURE
This feature allows you to program the
specific time when the Tea Maker™ will
automatically turn on and start either a tea
brewing cycle or water heating cycle.
Setting the ‘Auto Start’ Feature
1. Press and hold the AUTO START
button for 2 seconds. The button
surround will illuminate and the tea
alert will sound.
2. The LCD screen will display the
AUTO START clock symbol and a
blinking CURRENT TIME and
START TIME.
3. To set the CURRENT TIME, press
the left
increase the time, or the left
ARROW DOWN button to decrease
the time in 1 minute increments.
Ensure the correct ‘AM’ or ‘PM’
is displayed.
ARROW UP button to
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RESETTING DEFAULT SETTINGS/STANDBY MODE
NOTE
Pressing and holding the
ARROW UP button or
ARROW DOWN button will
increase the scrolling speed.
4. To set the START TIME, press the
right
increase the time, or the right
ARROW DOWN button to decrease
the time in 1 minute increments.
Ensure the correct ‘AM’ or ‘PM’
is displayed.
5. Once current time and start time
are programmed, press either the
flashing HOT WATER|Cancel or
TEA|Cancel button to select which
feature you would like to start at the
programmed time.
6. The LCD screen will display the
current time and start time, in
addition to the
AUTO START button surround will
illuminate and remain illuminated
until the START TIME is reached,
indicating that the ‘Auto Start’
feature has been activated.
7. Ensure that the Tea Maker™ is
prepared with:
NOTE
Insufficient water may discolour your
Tea Maker™ base!
ARROW UP button to
AUTO START symbol. The
a) Sufficient water in the glass jug
and tea leaves in the basket for the
tea brewing cycle or,
b) Sufficient water in the glass jug
for the water heating cycle.
8. Once the selected START TIME
is reached, the Tea Maker™ will
automatically commence the tea
brewing or water heating cycle.
During this time, the AUTO
START button surround will no
longer illuminate until the cycle is
complete.
Re-selecting the ‘Auto Start’ feature using
previous START TIME
1. Press the AUTO START button
once. The HOT WATER|Cancel and
TEA|Cancel buttons will flash.
2. Press either the HOT
WATER|Cancel or TEA|Cancel
button to re-select the desired
function. The ‘Auto Start’ feature has
now been re-set.
NOTE
The ‘Auto Start’ feature can be
canceled anytime by pressing the
AUTO START button. The LCD
screen will no longer display the
AUTO START symbol and the
AUTO START button surround
will cease to illuminate.
RESETTING DEFAULT SETTINGS
Even when unplugged from the power
outlet, the Tea Maker™ will remember the
last setting used for each setting. To restore
the Tea Maker™’s default settings for each
function, simultaneously press and hold
AUTO START and KEEP WARM buttons
for 2 seconds.
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MOVING THE TEA BASKET
STANDBY MODE
When the Tea Maker™ is plugged into a wall
outlet, the LCD screen will illuminate for 3
minutes before entering standby mode.
To re-activate the Tea Maker™ out of standby
mode, press any button,
except the HOT WATER|Cancel or
TEA|Cancel button on the power base.
The LCD screen will re-illuminate.
Pressing either the HOT WATER|Cancel or
TEA|Cancel button will start the respective
operation immediately.
MOVING THE TEA BASKET WHEN
NOT IN THE BREWING CYCLE
After the brewing cycle is complete, you
may wish to lower the tea basket again
for extra infusion to produce a stronger
tasting tea. To do this, press and hold the
BASKET button for 2 seconds. The button
surround will flash and the tea basket will
automatically lower to the bottom of the
glass jug.
Once the desired strength has been
reached, press and hold the BASKET button
for 2 seconds. The button surround will flash
and the tea basket will automatically rise to
the top of the glass jug.
NOTE
If the glass jug is removed from the
power base and the tea basket is in the
lowered position, it will automatically
return to the top -upon return of the
glass jug to the power base.
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TEMPERATURE CONVERSION (˚C TO ˚F)
A NOTE ON TEMPERATURE
CONVERSION (°C TO °F)
The temperature reading on the
Tea Maker™ is preset to Celsius but can be
converted to Fahrenheit.
Simultaneously press and hold the
TEA TYPE and TEA STRENGTH buttons
for 2 seconds. The corresponding ‘°C’
or ‘°F’ symbol will be displayed on the
LCD screen.
PRESS & HOLD
FOR 2 SECONDS
NOTE
Once the Celsius default has been
changed to Fahrenheit and once tea
brewing or water heating cycle has
been activated, the Fahrenheit setting
will remain in the memory of the Tea
Maker™ until you change it. To return
to default settings, see page 22.
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CARE & CLEANING
CLEANING THE GLASS JUG
1. After each use, empty the glass jug.
Do not allow brewed tea to stand
overnight.
2. Wipe the interior of the glass jug
with a soft damp sponge or rinse
with warm water. Tea deposits will
enhance the flavour of the brewed
tea, so if only using as a Tea Maker™
do not wash with
soapy water.
3. Wipe the exterior of the glass jug
with a soft damp cloth to clean.
WARNING
Never immerse or wash exterior of
glass jug under running water.
4. To remove the build-up of tannin,
the astringent chemical constituent
of tea, fill the glass jug with water
up to the water maximum mark
(1500mL WATER MAX) and either:
a) Bring water to boil and allow water to
cool for one minute. Add contents of
tea cleaner packet and allow to stand
for 5 minutes. Empty Tea Maker™,
refill with fresh water and boil. Repeat
this step again. Empty Tea Maker™
and rinse thoroughly.
b) Add the juice of one lemon, as well
as the lemon and boil. Leave to soak
overnight then discard the solution.
Fill the glass jug with clean water,
boil, then discard the water. Repeat
if necessary.
or,
c) Add 6 tablespoons of white vinegar
and boil. Leave to soak overnight then
discard the solution. Fill the glass jug
with clean water, boil, then discard the
water. Repeat if necessary.
5. Dry thoroughly with a soft, lint-free
cloth before using.
NOTE
Do not use chemicals, steel wool, or
abrasive cleaners to clean the inside
or outside of the glass jug as these
may scratch the surface.
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CARE & CLEANING
NOTE
Through regular use over time, scale
build-up can affect the performance
and the life of the Tea Maker™. Lime
and phosphate are common forms
of scale that can damage your Tea
Maker™. Lime scale, a harmless
mineral, comes in the appearance of
white-coloured or rusty looking build
up on the inner walls and inner base
of the glass jug. Phosphate scale can’t
be seen, however, it can cause the
water to appear cloudy when heated.
To prevent scale from damaging your
Tea Maker™, ensure to de-scale the
glass jug regularly. Use a commercial
de-scaling agent and follow the
instructions that come with the agent.
Ensure the Tea Maker™ is turned OFF by
pressing the TEA|Cancel button (when
brewing tea) or the HOT WATER|Cancel
button (when heating water) on the power
base. The Tea Maker™ is OFF when the
button surround illumination goes out.
Remove the power plug from the wall outlet.
NOTE
Allow all parts of the Tea Maker™ to
cool completely before disassembling
and cleaning.
NOTE
Only the jug lid, tea basket, tea basket
lid and tea scoop are dishwasher safe.
WARNING
Never immerse the BASE OF THE
GLASS JUG, POWER BASE, POWER
CORD or POWER PLUG in water or
allow moisture to come in contact with
these parts.
CLEANING THE JUG LID AND
INTEGRATED SCALE FILTER
1. Wash the jug lid in warm soapy
water with a soft sponge, rinse and
dry thoroughly. The integrated scale
filter can be cleaned by placing
under running hot water and
rubbing with a cleaning cloth
or brush.
2. Alternatively, the jug lid is
dishwasher safe. Position the jug lid
vertically so the scale filter is facing
upwards. This will allow water to
drain properly.
3. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior
to using.
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CARE & CLEANING
CLEANING THE TEA BASKET LID,
TEA BASKET AND TEA SCOOP
1. Wash the tea basket lid, tea basket
and tea scoop in warm soapy water
with a soft sponge, rinse and dry
thoroughly. A non-abrasive liquid
cleanser or mild spray solution may
be used to avoid build-up of stains.
Apply the cleanser to the sponge,
not the accessory surfaces, before
cleaning.
2. Alternatively, these accessories are
dishwasher safe.
3. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior
to using.
CLEANING THE POWER BASE
1. Wipe the power base with a soft
damp sponge.
2. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior
to inserting the power plug into a
wall outlet.
STORAGE
1. Ensure the Tea Maker™ is switched
off, cleaned and dried before storing.
2. Ensure that the assembled tea basket
is securely attached to the magnetic
post within the glass jug.
3. Ensure that jug lid is securely in
place.
4. Wrap the power cord around the
power cord storage under the power
base.
5. Stand the Tea Maker™ upright on the
power base. Do not store anything
on top.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
cut out. In the event of severe overheating, the Tea Maker™ will
The LCD screen will display a flashing ‘ERROR’ when there is a
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Tea Maker™ will
not switch ‘ON’
The Tea Maker™
will not work
The LCD light has
gone out
I cannot select a
certain function
• Check the power plug is securely inserted into the outlet.
• Insert the power plug into an independent outlet.
• Insert the power plug into a different outlet.
• Reset the circuit breaker if necessary.
• For additional safety the Tea Maker™ is fitted with a thermal
automatically shut down to prevent further damage. Should
this continue, call the Sage™ by Heston Blumenthal‰ Customer
Service Centre 0844 334 5110.
• Check the glass jug is securely positioned on the power base.
• The Tea Maker™ goes into standby mode if not used for 3
minutes.
• To re-activate the Tea Maker™ out of standby mode:
- Remove then replace the glass jug from the power base.
- Press any button on the power base except the
HOT WATER|Cancel or TEA|Cancel buttons.
The LCD screen will re-illuminate.
• Certain features cannot be selected or changed during the
heating or brewing cycle. The LCD screen may temporarily
change or a sound alert may be heard, but no changes to the
cycle will be made.
The LCD screen
displays ‘RESET’
• The LCD screen will display a flashing ‘RESET’ when there is
a resettable electronic issue. Remove the plug from the wall
outlet, wait 5 seconds, then plug back in.
• Call Sage™ by Heston Blumenthal‰ Customer Service
0844 334 5110 if the ‘RESET’ message continues.
The LCD screen
displays ‘ERROR’
•
non-resettable issue with the appliance. Should this occur, call
the Sage™ by Heston Blumenthal‰ Customer Service Centre
0844 334 5110.
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PROBLEM WHAT TO DO
I would like to
have the Tea
Maker™’s default
settings back
The ‘BASKET
CYCLE’ feature /
BASKET button
does not work
After boiling
water, bubbles
appear around
the temperature
sensor
My tea tastes too
weak or too strong
There is a rattling
noise inside the
glass jug
• Even when unplugged from the wall outlet, the
Tea Maker™ will remember the last setting used for
each function.
• To restore the Tea Maker™’s default settings for each function,
simultaneously press and hold AUTO START and KEEP
WARM buttons for 2 seconds.
• The basket cycle is only operational during brewing cycles
that are under 10 minutes.
• The tea basket cannot be lowered during the heating up
phase of normal operation.
• This is normal for the functionality of the Tea Maker™.
• Tea taste is a personal preference and may require
experimentation to get it to your liking. For stronger tasting
tea, increase the amount of tea or brew time (see Page 16 and
20). For a weaker tasting tea, decrease the amount of tea or
brew time (see page 16 and 20).
• This is normal. The noise is from the magnet located
inside the jug post and may be heard when the tea basket is
not attached.
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