West Bend Back to Basics Cocoa-Latte User Manual

COCOA~LATTE™ HOT DRINK MAKER

Instruction Manual

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

Assembling Your Cocoa~Latte™ .............................................................................. 3

Using Your Cocoa~Latte™ ........................................................................................ 4

Cleaning Your Cocoa~Latte™ ................................................................................... 5

Recipes .................................................................................................................... 6

Warranty ................................................................................................................. 11

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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:

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

• 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.

• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.

• 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.

• Avoid contacting moving parts.

• 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.

• 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 cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not let the cord come into contact with hot surfaces, including a stove.

• Keep hands and utensils out of container to reduce the risk of injury to persons

or damage to the appliance.

• Never add to container while the appliance is operating.

• The container must be properly in place before operating the appliance.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• 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.

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

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• To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” then remove plug from wall outlet.

Lid

Mixing Container

Dispensing Valve

Froth/Dispense

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

• Do not place the mixing container on the motor base while the motor is running.

• Do not remove the mixing container from the motor base while the motor is

running.

• Do not run the motor while the mixing container is empty.

• After running the motor continuously for one cycle, wait at least five minutes

before running another cycle.

• Always operate this appliance with the lid in place.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SSEMBLING YOUR COCOA~LATTE™

Pour Spout

Cancel
Motor Base

Before using for the first time: Wash the mixing container, dispensing valve, and

lid with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Note: Do not wash any parts
in the dishwasher and do not immerse the motor base or the mixing container in
water. This may permanently damage the product and void the warranty. Your new
Cocoa~Latte™ is designed for years of service and is equipped with a long-life, low­speed motor. This motor requires several uses for initial break-in. You will notice
that the motor speed and vortex action increase after the first several uses.

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“ON/OFF” Switch

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SING YOUR COCOA~LATTE™

The measurements used below produce four 8-ounce servings (32 ounces). Refer
to the Ingredients Chart to determine usage for alternate serving sizes.

1. Remove the lid from the mixing container.

2. Pour 32 ounces of water or milk into the mixing container. Note: Do not fill the
mixing container past the 32 ounce “Maximum Fill” line.

3. Add 8 tablespoons of your favorite instant mix.

4. Replace the lid on to the mixing container, making sure that the lid covers the
pour spout.

5. Plug the Hot Drink Maker into a 120 volt, AC outlet only.

6. Press the “ON” switch. Your Hot Drink Maker will begin to mix and heat. When
the mixture reaches the “Perfect Temperature” the appliance will automatically
go idle. At anytime during the mixing and heating process, you may press the
“OFF” switch to turn the appliance off. Note: A full 32 ounces takes
approximately 6-8 minutes.

7. Once the appliance automatically goes idle, place a cup underneath the
dispensing valve and press the “FROTH/DISPENSE” switch. This switch will
mix the beverage while you dispense so that a rich layer of froth is dispensed
into your cup along with the hot drink.

8. Press down on the dispensing valve lever to dispense the hot drink into your cup
while the motor is mixing the beverage. After dispensing the beverage, press
the “CANCEL” switch.

9. When the container has less than 1 cup of liquid remaining or is empty, press
the “OFF” switch. Note: The appliance will remain on until you switch it off.

INGREDIENTS CHART

CUPS

LIQUID Milk/Water

POWDER MIX with Milk

POWDER MIX with Water

Note: Different instant cocoa, coffee, and tea mixes may vary from the quantities

shown in this chart. Use the quantities specified on the packaging of the specific
instant hot drink mix for exact measurements.

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A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the
release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

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Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and
cooling – this is normal.

“PERFECT TEMPERATURE” FEATURE

The Cocoa~Latte™ Hot Drink Maker is designed to maintain the “perfect
temperature.” Once the hot beverage reaches the “perfect temperature,” you will
hear the motor stop running and the mixing paddle stop mixing. The appliance is
now idle but still “ON.” Once the hot beverage cools down, the unit will automatically
reheat and remix back to the “perfect temperature.” You may at any time press the
“OFF” switch to turn the unit off. THE APPLIANCE WILL CONTINUE TO CYCLE
ON AND OFF UNTIL THE “ON/OFF” SWITCH IS TURNED TO THE “OFF”
POSITION.

1 2 3 4

8 oz. 16 oz. 24 oz. 32 oz.
2 tbsp. 4 tbsp. 6 tbsp. 8 tbsp.
4 tbsp. 7 tbsp. 11 tbsp. 14 tbsp.

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Cap

Valve Body

LEANING YOUR COCOA~LATTE

The Back To Basics® Cocoa~Latte™ Hot Drink Maker should be cleaned after every
use. Note: Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher and do not immerse the motor
base or the mixing container in water or other liquid.

1. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet. Allow the entire appliance to
cool before cleaning.

2. Remove the mixing container from the motor base.

3. Pour out any unused portion of the hot drink mixture.

4. Without submerging the mixing container, wash the interior by pouring a
combination of mild detergent and water into the mixing container. Rinse and
dry thoroughly.

5. Open the dispensing valve and allow clean water to flush through and clean the
valve. After each use, unscrew and disassemble the valve for cleaning. See
“Cleaning the Dispensing Valve” instructions below.

6. Wash the lid with mild detergent and water.

7. Wipe the exterior of the motor base and mixing container with a soft, damp
cloth.

Cleaning the Dispensing Valve

Lever

™

Spring

Stopper Pin

Stopper

To disassemble the valve for cleaning:

1. Remove the valve from the container by unscrewing the entire valve body
counter-clockwise.

2. Remove the cap by unscrewing it counter-clockwise.

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3. Remove the stopper/stopper pin, spring, cap, and lever from the valve body.
Note: The stopper and stopper pin are tightly fit and need not be separated.

4. Compress the cap and stopper together to remove the lever and cap.

5. Clean all parts and reassemble in the order shown.

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ECIPES

All drink recipes in this booklet use whole milk, which will provide the greatest
amount of froth. You may also substitute an equal amount of 2%, 1%, or skim milk
for any recipe.

Follow these basic instructions for all recipes listed below, special
instructions may apply.

Add ingredients to the Cocoa Latte and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Cocoa
Latte to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug.

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REWED COFFEE-STYLE DRINKS

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AFÉ AU LAIT

1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
2 tsp. Sugar (optional)
Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)

Sprinkle nutmeg or ground cinnamon
on top.

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AFÉ MOCHA

1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
3 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tbsp.
sugar)
Chocolate shavings (optional)

Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top.

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AFÉ DE BELGIQUE

2½ cups Water
2½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
½ cup Milk
1 Egg white
1 tsp. Vanilla
1 tbsp. Sugar

Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top.

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HOCOLATE & CREAM COFFEE

2 cups Water
2 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
4 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 4 tsp.
Unsweetened cocoa powder mix, and 3
tbsp. sugar)
Cinnamon
Whipping cream

Top with a dollop of whipping cream
and chocolate powder or cinnamon.

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PICED CREAM COFFEE

1½ cups Water
1½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
1 tbsp. White or brown sugar
¾ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
Whipping cream

Top with a dollop of whipping cream.

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ANILLA & CREAM COFFEE

1½ cups Water
1¾ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Milk
½ cup Heavy cream
1½ tbsp. Vanilla
2 tsp. Sugar

For Cinnamon-Vanilla and Cream
Coffee, add ½ tsp. of ground
cinnamon.

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RANGE COFFEE

1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
2 Orange slices
3 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
cocoa powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)
Whipping cream
Cinnamon (optional)

Place 1 orange slice at the bottom of
each mug. Dispense the drink into the
mug over the orange slice. Top with
whipping cream and garnish with
cinnamon.

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EXICAN COFFEE

1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
2 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 2 tsp.
Cocoa powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)
1 tbsp. Vanilla
Whipping cream
Nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)

Top with a dollop of whipping cream
and sprinkle on nutmeg and cinnamon.

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SPRESSO-STYLE DRINKS

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APPUCCINO

1½ cups Milk
 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar

Sprinkle ground nutmeg, cinnamon, or
sweetened chocolate powder on top.
You may also add vanilla, mint,
hazelnut, caramel, Irish cream,
butterscotch, or almond syrup to taste.

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OCHACCINO

1½ cups Milk
2½ tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tbsp.
sugar)
 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
Whipping cream

Top with whipped cream and
sweetened chocolate powder or
chocolate shavings, if desired.

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OFFEE FLOAT

1 cup Water
1¼ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
 cup Cream
1 tsp. Sugar
Vanilla or coffee flavored ice cream

Add one scoop of ice cream to each
mug. Dispense the drink into the mug
over the ice cream.

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OFFEE GROG

1½ cups Water
1½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
¼ cup Heavy cream
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
1 tsp. Softened butter

 tsp. Ground cloves
 tsp. Ground nutmeg
 tsp. Ground cinnamon

Orange peel
Lemon peel

Place one large piece of lemon and
orange peel into a mug. Dispense the
drink into the mug over the peels.

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APPUCCINO ROYALE

1½ cups Milk
 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar
2 Thin wafers
Whipping cream

Nutmeg or cinnamon
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle
ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top. Add
almond, rum, brandy, mint, or vanilla
extract, if desired. Garnish with a thin
wafer.

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AFFÈ LATTE

2 cups Milk
 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or
chocolate powder (optional)

Sprinkle ground nutmeg, cinnamon, or
sweetened chocolate powder on top.
You may also add 1 to 1½ tbsp. of
vanilla, mint, hazelnut, caramel, Irish
cream butterscotch, or almond syrup
to taste.

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OT CHOCOLATE

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ASIC COCOA

2 cups Milk
5 tsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder**
¼ cup Sugar
1 tsp. Vanilla

For flavored hot cocoa try adding 1 to
1½ tbsp vanilla, mint, caramel,
butterscotch, almond, raspberry,
strawberry, or orange syrup to taste.
**You may substitute sugar and cocoa
powder with 4 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.

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REAMY COCOA

2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa
powder**
2 tsp. Sugar**
¼ cup Half-and-half
2 cups Milk
Whipping cream
Chocolate powder or chocolate
shavings (optional)

Top with whipping cream and
sweetened chocolate powder or
chocolate shavings, if desired. **You
may substitute sugar and cocoa
powder with 5 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.

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HOCOLATE MINT

2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa
powder**
4 tsp. Sugar**
2 cups Milk
3 tbsp. Mint syrup or crème de menthe
Whipping cream

Top with whipping cream. **You may
substitute sugar and cocoa powder
with 4 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.

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OCHA LATTE

2 cups Milk

3 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.

cocoa powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)

 cup Water

Whipping cream

Grated chocolate shavings or

chocolate powder (optional)

Top with whipping cream and
sweetened chocolate powder or
chocolate shavings, if desired.

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ONEY COCOA

2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa

powder

2 cups Milk

2 tbsp. Honey

¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon

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RISH CHOCOLATE

¼ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder

¼ cup Sugar**

1¾ cup Milk

¼ cup Heavy cream

¼ cup Alcoholic Irish Cream of choice

G

OURMET COCOA DELUXE

3 oz. Grated or finely chopped

bittersweet chocolate

1½ cups Milk

½ cup Half-and-half

1 tsp. Vanilla

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EXICAN HOT COCOA

2 tbsp. Hot cocoa mix**

2 tbsp. Sugar**

2 cups Milk

1 tsp. Ground cinnamon

1 tsp. Vanilla

**You may substitute sugar and cocoa
powder with 4 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.

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OT SPICED COCOA

2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
1½ cups Milk
½ cup Half-and-half
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
¼ tsp. Ground cloves

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TEAMED AND FLAVORED MILK

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LMOND MILK STEAMER

2 cups Milk
1 tsp. Ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. Amaretto or almond flavored
syrup

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ERMONT STEAMER

2 cups Milk
¼ cup Maple syrup
¼ tsp. Butter
Ground cinnamon

Sprinkle with ground cinnamon.

V

ANILLA MILK STEAMER

2 cups Milk
1¼ tbsp. Vanilla
2 tbsp. Sugar
Nutmeg

Sprinkle with ground nutmeg.

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OT WASSAILS, PUNCHES, AND CIDERS

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OT WASSAIL

2 cups Apple juice
1 cup Orange juice
1 cup Cranberry juice cocktail
3 tbsp. Lemon juice
¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground ginger

 tsp. Ground nutmeg
 tsp. Ground cloves

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PICED FRUIT PUNCH

½ cup Water
2 cups Cranberry juice
½ cup Pineapple juice
1 cup Grapefruit juice
¼ tsp. Ground cloves
¼ tsp. Ground coriander seed
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon

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HITE CHOCOLATE COCOA

3 oz. Grated or finely chopped white

chocolate

2 cups Milk

½ cup Half-and-half

½ tsp. Vanilla

S

PICY MILK STEAMER

2 cups Milk

2 tbsp. Brown sugar

¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon

¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg

¼ tsp. Ground cloves

Top with whipped cream, if desired.

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UTTERSCOTCH CREAMER STEAMER

2 cups Milk

1 tbsp. Butter

2½ tbsp. Brown sugar

Top with whipped cream, if desired.

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REAMER STEAMER

2 cups Milk

2 tbsp. Flavored syrup

Top with whipped cream, if desired.

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PPLE-LEMON PUNCH

1½ cups Water

2 cups Apple juice

½ cup Lemon juice

2 tbsp. Brown sugar

4 Whole cloves

4 Lemon slices

Stud each lemon section with a clove
and place one in the bottom of each
mug. Dispense the drink into the mug
over the lemon slice.

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REAMY CARAMEL APPLE CIDER

2 cups Apple cider or apple juice

¼ tsp. Cinnamon

4 tbsp. Caramel syrup

Whipping cream

Top with whipping cream and drizzle 2
tbsp. of caramel syrup over the top of
each mug.

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OT TODDIES AND GROGS

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OT TODDY

2 tsp. Sugar
2 cups Water
¼ tsp. Lemon juice
2 oz. (¼ cup) Brandy, scotch,
bourbon, or whiskey
2 Lemon slices

Place one lemon slice and one
ounce of liquor in each mug.
Dispense the drink into the mug
over the lemon slice and liquor.
Add ¼ cup of cranberry juice to the
Hot Drink Maker for a Cranberry
Toddy.

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LASSIC GROG

3 cups Water
2 tsp. Lime or lemon juice
2 oz. Rum

1 tsp. Honey
Pour 1 ounce of rum into the bottom
of each mug.

C

HAI LATTES & HOT TEAS

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PICED CHAI LATTE

2 cups Milk

¼ cup Water

1 heaping tsp. Instant tea

2 tbsp. Honey

 tsp. Ground cinnamon

 tsp. Ground ginger

 tsp. Ground cloves

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ANILLA CHAI LATTE

2 cups Milk

¼ cup Water

1 heaping tsp. Instant tea

2 tbsp. Brown sugar

 tsp. Ground cinnamon

 tsp. Ground ginger

1 tsp. Vanilla

S

PICED INSTANT TEA

2 heaping tsp. Instant tea

2 tbsp. Tang

2 tbsp. Sugar

1 tsp. Lemonade powder

 tsp. Ground cinnamon

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OT BUTTERED RUM

2 cups Water
2 tbsp. Butter
3 oz. Rum
2 tsp. Brown sugar
Dash of nutmeg
Dash of cardamom
¼ tsp. Vanilla
2 Cinnamon sticks
2 Lemon slices
Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Place 1 lemon slice, 1½ ounces of
rum and one scoop of vanilla ice
cream (optional) in each mug.
Dispense the drink into the mug
over the lemon slice, liquor, and ice
cream. Garnish with one cinnamon
stick.

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OCHA CHAI LATTE

2 cups Milk
¼ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant tea
3 tbsp. Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
cocoa powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)

 tsp. Ground cinnamon
 tsp. Ground ginger

Top with whipped cream and
sweetened chocolate powder or
chocolate shavings, if desired.

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PPLE-SPICE TEA

2 heaping tsp. Instant tea
1½ cups Water
½ cup Apple cider
2 tsp. Brown sugar

 tsp. Ground cinnamon
 tsp. Ground cloves

2 Lemon slices

Garnish each cup with a lemon
slice.

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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 (866) 290 –1851 or e-mail us at
[e-mail]. Return shipping fees are non-refundable. A receipt proving
original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims. Hand-written receipts are not
accepted. Focus Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

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 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 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):___________________________

Valid only in USA and Canada

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