User GuideTEA CATER

Your Dealer

U / ENRev 101115

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1. Contents page 2 2. General 3 3. Function description 3 4. Start-up 3 5. Component overview 4 5. Function button overview 5-6 6. Brewing indicator overview 6 7. Installation and start-up 7 8. Instructions for use, brewing 8-11 9. Care and maintenance 12-1410. Important! 1411. Dimension sketch 1512. Programming water quantity adjustments 16 Adjusting quantity of water 1613. Error messages 1714. Technical data 1815. Use and precautionary measures 19

1. Contents Tea Cater

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2. General Tea Cater

3. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

Automatic water supply.The brewer is equipped with a separate hot water tap.Brewing takes place in a detachable serving station.Brewing is done using paper filters.

Brew time = 5 - 6 mins.

4. START-UP

Start the machine by pressing the main switch (A) located at the rear of the machine.

A light will start flashing, indicating that the brewer is filling and heating water.

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Tea Cater

Congratulations on choosing a tea brewer.Tea Cater is equipped with full and half brew functions, and has a separate hot water outlet.Tea Cater is supplied with a brew unit, serving station, filter holder, 25 disposable filters and a connection tube.

Crem International AB is certified in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, ensuring that its products have the lowest possible environmental impact.

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5. Machine component overview Tea Cater

Warning!

The machine must be connected correctly for your safety.Read the user guide before using the machine.

Hot water tap

Upper lid

Display

Handle

Serving station

Level pipe

Tea tap

ON/OFFswitch

Drip tray insert Drip tray

Filter holder

5. Operating button overview. Tea Cater

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A = Push button to shift between temperature and pre-infusion time.

B = Push button to increase temperature or pre-infusion time.

C = Push button to decrease temperature or pre-infusion time.

NOTE! When the machine is in operation mode, display shows water temperature.Adjust water temperature by using + button and - button. NOTE! Pre-infusion time is adjustable between 10 - 40 seconds.

Temp control/Pre-infusion time.

C B A

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5. Operating button overview. Tea Cater

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6. Brewing indicator overview Tea Cater

Whilst the machine is in full brew mode, the display shows (see G)

Whilst the machine is in half brew mode, the display shows (see H)

G

H

A 1/1 Brew Full brew = 2, 5 litres

B 1/2 Brew Half brew = 1.25 litres

C PAUSE/STOP

A

B

C

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7. INSTALLATION AND START-UP – SERVICE Tea Cater

7.1. Place the machine on a flat surface that is impermeable to water.

7.3. Electrical connection

NB Connect the plug to a separate earthed wall socket (230 V 10 amp).

7.2. Connect to your cold water feed using the connection tube supplied. It is recommended that you connect the tube to a shut-off tap.

For the best results, pressure should be between 14.5 and 72.5 psi (1 - 5 bar).

It is the responsibility of the end customer/user to ensure that the water feed is compliant with the manufacturer’s instructions.In hard water areas, it is recommended that a lime filter is fitted to the water feed before the machine is installed.

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8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brewing Tea Cater

8.1. Starting the machine

Start the brewer using the main power switch located at the rear of the machine.The machine will start filling with water.

Place a filter in the filter holder.

8.3. Filter placement.

Always use Crem International AB recommended filters

Filter type 110mm disposable filter. Item no. for ordering 110110

8.2. The machine starts heating water. While machine is heating the water, the display will flash.

Once the water has reached the correcttemperature, the display will show chosen temperature (85 - 96ºC )

The machine is now ready for use.

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8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brewing Tea Cater

8.5. LOAD SERVING STATION AND FILTER HOLDER

1. Load the filter holder (A).

2. Lift the upper lid B on the serving station and then load the serving station C.

8.4. BREWING:

Push button + to increase or - button to decrease temperature.

Rekommendations, brewing tea. Temperature:

GREEN TEA 85 - 88ºC

BLACK TEA 95 - 96ºC

WOOLONG TEA 92 - 94ºC

JASMIN TEA 85 - 88ºC

Recommended portion of tea;

FULL brew = 50 gr.

HALF brew = 25gr.

Make sure that the tea is evenly spread.

A B

C

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8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brewing Tea Cater

8.6. START BREWING

1. Start brewing by pressing brewing button 1/1 for a 2.5 litre brew.

1/1 Full brew 2.5 litres

1/2 Half brew 1.25 litres

2. When brewing is complete, the display will show a steady light.

3. STOP / PAUSE button

- Press button once to pause the machine.- Press button twice to stop brewing.

To complete brewing, press either 1/2 or 1/1

DRAWING HOT WATER

You should not draw hot water whilst the machine is in operation.

1/1 Full brew 2.5 litres

1/2 Half brew 1.25 litres

PAUSE / STOP

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8.7. To keep the aroma and temperature:

Put the lid (A) back on the serving station after brewing.

(A)

8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brewing Tea Cater

Tips for keeping tea hot.

Pre-heating the serving station. Fill the serving station with hot water drawn from the tap and leave to stand for about 1 hour. Pour out the water. Then brew some tea.

8.8. Remove the serving station and filter holder. Empty the filter and and sump from the filter holder and clean.

The brewer is now ready for the next brew.

Some tips for achieving the best quality

1. Do not change the recommended amount of tea.

2. Do not mix freshly brewed tea with old tea.

3. Always rinse the serving station before the next brew.

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NBBefore each brew:Rinse the serving station with clean tap water.

Every dayRinse serving station and filter holder with hot water.

When cleaning the outside of the machine, use a soft rag and a non-abrasive liquid detergent.

NBThe machine must not be covered with or immersed in water.

9. Care and maintenance Tea Cater

Clean and dry these surfaces!

A

Every dayClean the bottom plate (A).Clean the spray nozzle (B) and the surrounding area.

B

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When necessary:Clean the spray nozzle holes. Remove the spray nozzle and clean/de-scale

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9. Care and maintenance Tea Cater

CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR 2.5 LITRE SERVING STATION

Fill the serving station with hot water by running a brew cycle without tea and filter. Put 1 tablespoon of cleaning powder in the serving station and wait at least 15 minutes. Draw off 2/3 of the cleaning solution. Use the cleaning brush to remove any detergent residues.

IMPORTANT! Rinse the interior of the serving station several times with clean water.

Serving station cleaningRemove the level tube and clean it every week using the cleaning brush.Remove the big lid and clean the mixer tube.

EVERY WEEK

Mixer tube

ACCESSORIES: Cleaning toolsCleaning powder can be ordered from your dealer. Item no. 1104162Cleaning brush for serving station Item no. 1104231 when ordering Cleaning brush for level tube and mixer tube Item no. 1103360

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9. Care and maintenance Tea Cater

NBWhen cleaning the exterior of the machine:

Use a soft rag and non-abrasive liquid detergent.

10. Important! Tea Cater

Important

Do not make any alterations to the machine. Doing so may result in personal injury and cause the machine to break down.

The machine should stand on a flat surface so that it will function properly.The machine should be placed on a non-permeable surface so that any

leakage is easily noticeable. Make sure there are no kinks in the connection tube when machine is moved into position.

All tube connections should be checked on a regular basis. Make sure that no leakage has occurred in connection with installation.

With a water connection, there is always a danger of leakage, regardless of any safety equipment used.

Do not leave the machine unattended while in use. Close the water tap when the machine is not in use.

The machine must be disconnected from mains electricity supply before carrying out any maintenance.

Turn off the operation switch.

All installation work must be carried out by qualified personnel.

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11. Dimension sketch Tea Cater

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12. Programming. Adjustments. – SERVICE Tea Cater

ADJUSTING WATER QUANTITY

1. Push the full brew and Stop/Pause buttons simultaneously and hold for 5 seconds, until you hear 3 beeps.

The display shows the current setting.

2. Adjust using the buttons: full brew = (increase outlet valve activity) andhalf brew = (decrease outlet valve activity)

3. Confirm the new settings by pressing the

Stop/Pause button.

Adjust Signal Off 6 25% 5 20% 4 15% 3 10% 2 5% 1 0% 0 -5% -1-10% -2-15% -3-20% -4-25% -5

Adjusting quantity of water.

This is to improve the water flow into filter holder.

The flow of PDS valve is set to 0.95 litre /minute. Depending on the coarseness and amount of coffee that’s used when brewing, the flow might need adjustments to prevent overflow in the filter holder.

Adjusting quantity of water

1. Check the water flow. This should be 0,95L/minute. Adjust PDS valve if necessary. See fig.1.

Shall been done by an authorized installation engineer.

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13. Error messages – SERVICE Tea Cater

Error messages E1, E2, E3 and E4 are shown in the display.NB The machine must be unplugged from the mains during all installation work.

LEVEL CHECK

TEMPERATURE CHECK

E1 shown in display = Level sensor short electrode is Clean level sensor. earthed, but not the long one. Replace. Cables incorrectly

connected.

E4 shown in display = Filling is slow. Restart machine. Poor water pressure. Water tap not open.

E2 shown in display = Temperature outside specified range 5°C - 105°C. Temp. sensor failure. Replace. Wire loose.

E3 shown in the display = Heating time too long. Restart machine.

Solid state defect. Replace. Element defect. Replace. Overheating protection tripped or defective.

NB All installation and repair work must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

14. Technical data Tea Cater Technical data: Height 675 mm Width 205 mm Depth 420 mm Tank volume 5 litres Electrical connection 230 V 1N / 2200 W Cold water connection ½” external thread

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15. Use and precautionary measures Tea Cater

This tea brewer is an appliance for delivering hot water and preparation of tea . Its durable, non-toxic components are easily accessible for cleaning and maintenance.

The appliance must not be used by children or unauthorised people.Users must comply with applicable safety regulations of the country in which the machine is installed and exercise sound common sense. Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out on a regular basis.The installer, user or maintenance technician must inform the manufacturer of any defects or damage that may jeopardise the machine’s original safety.- The installer must check to ensure that the ambient temperature is correct so as to guarantee safety and hygiene for both operators and users.- Responsibility for the operation of commercial components installed in the machine rests with the relevant manufacturer.- Responsibility for authorised operating personnel lies with the customer.

Do not expose the machine to the external stresses (sun, rain, etc. ).Long periods of non-use at temperatures below 0ºC may cause the water tank and its tubing to degrade and crack. Therefore, it is recommended that the machine is fully drained after use.

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified electrician.(See service manual).

The machine contains no user serviceable parts. Do not pull the power cord to unplug the machine from the mains.Do not clean the interior of the machine with the power on or with the machine still plugged into the mains.Do not use a water jet when cleaning the machine.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for injury resulting from use of the machine in an inappropriate, incorrect or foolish manner.-This manual is intended for users and/or machine maintenance personnel.It provides information about the correct use of the machine, details of appropriate maintenance procedures and good safety advice for users.Keep the manual in a safe place as the manufacturer accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to property caused by the machine if it has been used in a way that deviates from that prescribed in the user guide, or if the precautionary measures or care and main-tenance instructions have not been adhered to.

Users and maintenance personnel must be have extensive knowledge concerning correct use of the machine and any potential safety risks.

Use of the machine in an inappropriate manner or in a way that conflicts with the instructions set out in this manual will invalidate the guarantee and release the manufacturer from liability.The machine may only be operated by a responsible adult.

Your Dealer

FOR SERVICEPlease contact your dealer

Item no. 1730080

CREM International ABBox 10, Viksgränd 2, SE-670 40 Åmotfors, Sweden

Tel: +46 (0)570-477 00, Fax: +46 (0)570-47719E-mail: info.se@creminternational.com www.creminternational.com

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