Zojirushi ST-GC50 Installation Manual

ZOJIRUSHI STAINLESS STEEL COOL BOTTLE

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Instruction Manual

Important Safeguards:

 This bottle is for holding COLD BEVERAGES ONLY. Please do not use

for other than intended purposes.

 Please follow these instructions to prevent deterioration and discoloration of beverages, as well as malfunction and

staining of the product.

Keep out of reach
of infants and small
children.

Always close the stopper set
and lid tightly to prevent
beverages from spilling.

Do not fill with hot
liquids. Doing so may
cause burns or scalding.

Keep away from heat
sources such as gas
stoves, ovens and heaters.

Leave ½-inch room on top when filling the bottle.
Contents may overflow
when placing the stopper
set, or beverages may
become caught in the
stopper set and leak out.

(For cool bottles with carrying straps)
Do not wrap the carrying strap around your neck.

Do not pull on the carrying strap forcefully.

Do not swing the bottle while holding the carrying strap.

Consume beverages within the same day to prevent from
spoiling.

Always make sure the gaskets are on.

Always clean thoroughly after use.

Do not remove the sticker on the bottom of the bottle.

Do not disassemble the bottle.

When filling the bottle with sports drinks:

 Rinse the inside of the bottle as soon as possible after consumption to prevent rust and/or pinholes.
 Clean the inside using a soft sponge to protect the nonstick coating from becoming scratched.

Please avoid filling the bottle with the following:

 Dry ice and carbonated drinks: contents may spill out or the pressure may cause the stopper set to burst, causing

injuries.

 Liquids containing salt such as soup: although the liner is made of 18/8 stainless steel and is nonstick coated, salt

may cause rust resulting in loss of thermal insulation.

 Dairy products and fruit juice: if left inside for a long period of time, contents may spoil and produce gas that may

cause the stopper set to burst, causing injuries.

 Fruit pulp and tea leaves: may become caught in the stopper and cause contents to spill.

Warnings and Cautions:

Avoid dropping or hitting against hard surfaces. Damage
to the plastic or stainless steel surface of the bottle may
reduce its ability to retain heat.

Condensation may collect on the lid or stopper cover when
humid.

Do not force large ice cubes in.

Do not carry by holding the stopper set, lid or lid string.

Do not rub the design on the outside of the bottle
strongly.

Always clean the stopper and gasket(s) thoroughly after
use.

Attach the stopper properly and turn the bottle upside
down to make sure contents do not leak.

When closing the stopper, stand the bottle at an upright
position, then close the stopper securely.

The rattling noise that may be heard when the product is shaken comes from the copper or aluminum foil in the vacuum
insulation to increase cold retention and does not indicate a malfunction.

Filling the bottle with ice may decrease the pressure
inside the bottle and cause the lid gasket to come off
when the lid is opened. Please make sure to place the lid
gasket back on if this happens.

(For cool bottles with holders)
Do not wash the holder in the washing machine or soak in
water. Doing so may damage the material.

Keep the holder in a well ventilated area when not in use.

•The illustrations used in this instruction manual may vary from the actual product you have purchased.

How to Take Care of Your Bottle:

•Always clean thoroughly after each use.

•Do not soak in water.

Outside Main Body /
Stopper Set / Lid

Wash with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid using a soft sponge, rinse and dry.

 Use a small brush sold in stores if necessary.
 Detach and wash gaskets after each use, and remember to attach them.
 Disassemble the stopper set (if applicable) before washing.
 Always dry thoroughly after washing.

Inside Main Body

Remove the stopper set, wash with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid using a soft
sponge with handle, rinse and dry. Keeping the inside clean will help prevent odors.

Holder

Soak a soft cloth in warm water and mild dishwashing liquid, wring well and wipe. Do not
wash under water or in a washing machine.

 Do not use a dishwasher or dish-dryer. Do not boil to sanitize.
 Do not clean with thinner, benzene, abrasive cleaners or other harsh cleaners.
 Do not use chlorine type bleach.
 Do not soak.

To Remove Rust Spots and Water Stains:

You may find rust spots or water stains caused by impurities in the water. To remove these stains, fill the bottle with hot
water with 10% vinegar and let stand for 30 minutes to an hour without attaching the stopper, then wash the interior
thoroughly.

FOR COLD BEVERAGES ONLY

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Zojirushi product. We are confident that it will give you top
performance and optimum satisfaction for many years. To ensure this, please read and follow the important
guidelines below.

To Remove Coffee and Tea Stains:

To remove coffee and tea stains from the interior or the stopper, we recommend using Zojirushi’s cleaning detergent SB­ZA01E. Always remove the stopper when using SB-ZA01E. Contact Zojirushi Customer Service or your local dealer for
further information.

Replacement Parts:

We take care in only using materials that are safe and hygienic for food contact. However, if plastic parts become
damaged or its surface becomes rough, please replace them for optimum performance. The stopper and gaskets may
need to be replaced due to time and wear. Please check them about once a year. When replacing parts, please record
the model number and part name beforehand. Then contact either the store where you purchased the product or Zojirushi
Customer Service. Replacement parts may be available for an additional charge.

Some of the information below may not apply to your cool bottle. Please review them if applicable.

How to Disassemble / Assemble the Stopper Set:

How to Disassemble:

1. Remove the stopper set.

2. Remove the stopper gasket.

If the stopper gasket is difficult
to remove, fit a stick in the
opening to remove.

•Make sure not to scratch the
gasket

3. Hold the tip of the lid gasket as

illustrated and pull to remove.

How to Assemble:

Always make sure that the stopper gasket and lid gasket
are attached properly and securely.

1. Fit the stopper gasket to the

stopper as illustrated.

•Make sure there is no open
space in between.

2. Align the tab on the lid

gasket with the opening on the
lid to attach the lid gasket.

•Always attach the lid gasket
securely and correctly.

How to Unlock the Safety Lock:

1. With the bottle standing

upright, slide the safety lock
up to unlock.

2. Push the safety lock to open the lid.

How to Disassemble / Assemble the Stopper Set:

How to Disassemble:

1. Remove the stopper set.

2. With the lid open, push the

stopper set as illustrated to
separate the stopper and stopper
cover.

3. Remove the

stopper gasket.

4. Fit a stick in the opening right below the ● sign to

remove the stopper cover gasket
or place your finger on the stopper
cover gasket where indicated, and
roll the gasket
off.

●Make sure not to scratch the gasket.

5. Hold the tip of the

lid gasket as
illustrated and pull to
remove.

●Always make sure that the stopper, stopper cover set,

stopper gasket, stopper cover gasket and lid gasket are
attached properly and securely.

How to Assemble:

1. Fit the stopper gasket

to the stopper as
illustrated.

●Make sure not to place

the stopper gasket upside
down.

2. Fit the stopper cover

gasket as illustrated.

3. Place the lid

gasket on the
lid.

●Always place

the lid gasket.

4. Fit the stopper in the

stopper cover set. The
stopper fits in the stopper
cover set only one way.
Make sure it clicks in, and
that the tab on the stopper
and the stopper cover set
align.

For questions or comments, please contact:

Zojirushi America Corporation

Tel: [phone] www.zojirushi.com

Rev. 05/12