West Bend IT300R, IT300Y, IT300G, IT300CF Owner's Manual

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards ............................................................................................... 2

Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................ 3

Using Your Iced Tea Maker ...................................................................................... 4

Cleaning Your Iced Tea Maker ................................................................................. 5

Decalcifying Your Iced Tea Maker............................................................................ 6

Warranty ................................................................................................................... 7

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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:

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Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.

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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

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To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse
cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

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Always unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

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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 warranty page.

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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

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Do not use this appliance outdoors.

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Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven.

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To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.

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Scalding may occur if the cover is removed during the brewing cycle.

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Tea can be brewed with the locking cover in place, or off. When pouring tea,
place the cover on the pitcher, locked in the pour or strain positions.

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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

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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 counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled by children or tripped over.

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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.

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Do not move an appliance containing hot water, tea or other hot liquids.

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Do not refill the water reservoir while the appliance is on. Turn the appliance off
and allow to cool before refilling with water.

• Do not place the pitcher on a hot surface or in a heated oven.

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• To prevent risk of injury; ice or cold water must be added to the pitcher before
brewing.

• Do not clean the pitcher with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive
materials.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• For household use only.

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EFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Accessory
parts may be contained within the packaging material.

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 my affect the
taste of your tea. Wash the brew basket, sweetener chamber, cover, and pitcher in
warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.

Note: To remove any manufacturing residues in the appliance, we recommend
running at least one brew cycle 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.

Loose Tea Filter

2.75 Qt. Pitcher

Brew Basket

Sweetener Chamber

Adjustable Steeping

Control Knob

Cover

Water Reservoir Lid

Dual Shower Heads

“MAX” Fill Line

Water Reservoir

Power Button with

Indicator Light

Drip Tray

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SING YOUR ICED TEA MAKER

1. Place 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 a
maximum of 1 cup of sugar to the sweetener chamber. Adjust the amount to suit
your taste. 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
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,
as the pitcher will overflow once the hot tea is
brewed into the pitcher.

9. Place the cover on the pitcher, and the pitcher on
the drip tray. Tea can be brewed with the cover in place, or off.

10. Plug the cord into a 120 volt, AC electric outlet only. Press the power button.
The button will light up, indicating that the power is on. If the power button is
pressed again, it will stop the brew cycle. The brew cycle may be continued by
pressing the power button again, but there must be water in the water chamber
for the Iced Tea Maker to operate properly. Note: Turning off the appliance
WILL NOT immediately empty water from the brew basket. Allow several
minutes for the water to flow into the pitcher before removing it.

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: The tea maker body
may become warm during use. This is normal.

12. Remove the pitcher and serve. Note: If making sweet tea, gently stir the iced
tea in the pitcher to thoroughly mix the contents prior to serving. For storage,
place the cover on the pitcher. Twist so that neither of the pour openings face
the spout.

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.

• 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.

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

• Regular size 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

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LEANING 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 my affect the taste of your tea.

4. Clean the brew basket, sweetener chamber, cover, 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. On a regular basis, 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.

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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.

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Decalcify the Iced Tea Maker regularly. See the “Decalcifying Your Iced Tea
Maker” section in this manual.

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ECALCIFYING YOUR ICED TEA MAKER

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This appliance must be decalcified regularly. 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:

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Increased noise during brewing

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Excessive steaming

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Longer brewing times

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The pumping action stops before all of the water has been
pumped from the water reservoir

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If usage is regular, decalcifying should be carried out as follows:

o With soft water, decalcify once per year
o With medium water, decalcify every 3 months
o With hard water, decalcify monthly

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 indicator light is
illuminated. After about 1 cup of vinegar has pumped into the pitcher, press the
power button to turn the iced tea maker off. Let stand for 30 minutes.

6. Press the power button again; it will resume pumping out the remaining vinegar.

7. When the vinegar has finished pumping, remove the pitcher and empty out the
vinegar.

8. 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.

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RODUCT 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 IN LIEU 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 [phone], or e-mail us at
[e-mail]. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all
warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return
the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus
Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several
ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail [e-mail], over the
phone by calling [phone], or by writing to:

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

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.
Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,
which can be found on the bottom or back of the appliance, a description of the part or parts
you are ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to
Focus Electrics, LLC.

Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please
allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach 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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