Breville BTM800XL Tea Maker User Manual

Breville BTM800XL Tea Maker

ABOUT Breville

Breville is an Australian kitchen appliance manufacturer known for producing high-quality and innovative small kitchen appliances. The company was founded in 1932 in Sydney, Australia, and has since become a globally recognized brand.

Breville offers a wide range of kitchen appliances, including coffee machines, espresso makers, blenders, juicers, toasters, kettles, food processors, ovens, grills, and more. Their products are designed with a focus on functionality, durability, and aesthetics.

One of Breville’s notable product lines is its coffee and espresso machines. They offer a variety of models that cater to different brewing methods, from espresso machines for home use to professional-grade espresso machines. Breville’s coffee machines often incorporate advanced features such as built-in grinders, customizable settings, and automatic milk frothers.

Breville appliances are known for their attention to detail, user-friendly interfaces, and high-performance capabilities. They are often praised for their innovative designs and the ability to replicate professional-grade results in the comfort of one’s home.

BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

At Breville, 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.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• 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 8″ (20cm) of space on both sides of the appliance.
• Always ensure the appliance is properly assembled before connecting to a power outlet and operating it. 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 a 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.
• 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.
• 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 Breville may 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 surrounding illumination goes out.
• 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 29.
• Do not use harsh abrasives or caustic cleaners when cleaning this appliance.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The appliance must be grounded using a 3-hole properly grounded outlet. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock.
• If the power outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord or use an adapter.
• Do not operate the Tea Maker on a sink or drainboard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure they can use the appliance safely.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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.
• Regularly inspect the supply cord, plug and actual appliance for any damage. Do not operate if damaged in any way or after the appliance malfunctions. Immediately cease use of the appliance and call Breville Customer Service at 1300-139-798 for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For any maintenance other than cleaning, call Breville Customer Service at 1300-139-798.
• 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.

BREVILLE ASSIST™ PLUG

Your Breville appliance comes with a unique Assist™ Plug, conveniently designed with a finger hole in the power plug for easy and safe removal from the wall outlet. For safety reasons it is recommended you plug your Breville appliance directly into its own electrical outlet on a dedicated circuit separate from other appliances. If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not function properly. Use in conjunction with a power strip or extension cord is not recommended.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

Your Breville appliance is fitted with a short power supply cord as a safety precaution to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming entangled with a longer cord. Do not allow children to use or be near this appliance without close adult supervision. Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised. If an extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally and (3) the extension cord must include a 3-prong grounding plug.

KNOW YOUR BREVILLE TEA MAKER

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

TEA INSIGHTS

TEA TYPES

There are four main types of teas from the tea plant Camellia sinensis. The picking and processing methods determine the type of tea finally produced.

1. 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 color and flavour.
2. 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 and then left to dry naturally. This tea is low in caffeine and has a slightly sweet flavour.
3. 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 slightly astringent taste.
4. 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.
5. 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 jeopardizing the taste.
6. 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 fertilizer 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.

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

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, the power cord or the 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 (1500mL WATER MAX) and place on the Power Base. Securely fit the Jug Lid onto the Glass Jug.
   WARNING

    

   • Never fill the glass jug with chilled water. Allow the tea maker to cool before refilling.
   • 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. 7. Press the left ARROW UP button until the LCD screen displays 100°C. The ‘Custom’ LED will automatically illuminate.
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.

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 the 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 center 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 customizable tea type temperature setting for other tea varieties or to suit your personal taste (see Page 23, Customising Brew Temperature).
6. 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 as the left figure on the LCD screen.
     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 customizable brew time setting to suit your personal taste (see Page 23, Customising Brew Time).
7. 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.
8. 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.
   NOTE:

    

   • The ‘BREW TIME’ can be adjusted during the heating process but the ‘BREW TEMP’ cannot be changed once the heating cycle commences.
   • To change the brew time press the right ARROW UP button to 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.
   • To change the brew temperature, press the TEA|Cancel button to cancel the heating cycle. Re-select the brew temperature (see Page 15 and 20).
9. Once the selected brew temperature is reached the assembled Basket will automatically lower into the heated water.
10. 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 as the right figure on the LCD screen.
11. 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.

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.

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 18 and 23).

To activate the ‘Keep Warm’ feature:

1. Press the KEEP WARM button before, during or after the completion of the tea brewing or water heating cycle. The button surround will illuminate, indicating the ‘Keep Warm’ feature has been selected.
   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.

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 18 and 23) when using the ‘Basket Cycle’ feature.

NOTE:
It is recommended that this 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 canceled 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 customizable 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.

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 ARROW UP button to increase the temperature to 100°C. The ‘Custom’ LED will automatically illuminate.
   b) To heat water to a customized temperature:
   Press the left ARROW UP button 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.
   NOTE:
   Once a customized temperature has been selected and once tea making or water-heating cycle has been activated, the customized temperature setting will remain in the memory of the Tea Maker until you change it. To return to default settings, see Page 33.
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 18 and 24).
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 19, 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.

CUSTOMISING BREW TEMPERATURE & TIME

Customising Brew Temperature

In addition to the 5 preset brew temperatures (see Page 18, Selecting the Tea Type), the Tea Maker also features a customizable brew temperature setting for other tea varieties or to suit your personal taste.

To customize a brew temperature:

1. 1. Press the left ARROW UP button to increase the temperature, or the left ARROW DOWN button to decrease the temperature. The brewing 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).
2. The LCD screen will display the customized brew temperature. This is displayed as the left figure on the LCD screen.
   NOTE:
   Pressing the left ARROW UP or the ARROW DOWN button while ‘Green’, ‘Black’, ‘White’, ‘Herbal’ or ‘Oolong’ are illuminated, will override the tea type options and illuminate ‘Custom’.
   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.

CUSTOMISING BREW TIME

In addition to the 3 preset brew times (see Page 18, Selecting the Tea Strength), the Tea Maker also features a customizable brew time setting to suit your personal taste.

To customize a brewing time:

1. Ensure the brew temperature (tea type) has been selected (see Page 18 and 24).

Brew time less than 10 minutes

• i) Press the right ARROW UP button to 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.
• 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.

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 ARROW UP button to increase the time up to a 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.

NOTE:
Once a customized time has been selected and one tea-making or water-heating cycle has been activated, the customized time will remain in the memory of the Tea Maker until you change it. To return to default settings, see Page 33.

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 ARROW UP button to 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.
   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 ARROW UP button to 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 the 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 symbol. 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:
   • 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.
     NOTE:
     Insufficient water may discolor your teamaker base!
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 the 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.

A NOTE ON STANDBY MODE

When the Tea Maker is plugged into a wall outlet, the LCD screen will illuminate for 3 minutes before entering standby mode. When in standby mode, the LCD screen will cease to illuminate. 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.

STANDBY MODE / MOVING THE TEA BASKET

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.

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.

NOTE:
Once the Celsius default has been changed to Fahrenheit and one 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 33.

CARE & CLEANING

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 surrounding 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.

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.

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 used 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 THE EXTERIOR OF THE GLASS JUG UNDER RUNNING WATER.
   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.
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) 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,
   • b) 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:
   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. Limescale, a harmless mineral, comes in the appearance of white-colored 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.

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Breville Customer Service Centre

Australian Customers

Mail: Breville Customer
Service Centre
PO Box 22
Botany
NSW 2019
AUSTRALIA
Phone: Customer Service: 1300 139 798
Fax (02) 9384 9601
Email Customer Service
askus@breville.com.au

New Zealand Customers

Mail: Breville Customer
Service Centre
Private Bag 94411
Greenmount
Auckland
New Zealand
Phone: Customer Service: 0800 273 845
Fax 0800 288 513
Email Customer Service
askus@breville.com.au

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