Gourmia GDK385 - Multi Function Digital Tea Kettle Manual

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User manual (12 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 KNOW YOUR DEVICE
2 USING YOUR DEVICE
3 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
- 3.1 THE ART of STEEPING TEA
4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- 4.1 SAFETY GUIDE
- 4.2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
5 Documents / Resources
- 5.1 References
- 5.2 Download manual

Gourmia GDK385 - Multi Function Digital Tea Kettle Manual

KNOW YOUR DEVICE

Removable Stainless Steel TEA INFUSER
With convenient handle for easy removal

FILTER RING
Holds the filter in place Detachable for easy cleaning

Large & Comfortable HEAT RESISTANT MOLDED HANDLE for easy pouring and maximum control

POURING SPOUT
Can be used even while lid is closed

AUTOMATIC SWITCH for opening the lid

LED TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL CENTER
Is activated as the unit is plugged into an outlet

USING YOUR DEVICE

The Digital Kettle is controlled by its LED TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL CENTER.
Please take a few moments to understand how it works. By following the easy instructions below you will be able access and enjoy the many cutting edge features that this exciting product offers.

Fill the Kettle with fresh water making sure not to exceed the "MAX" line on kettle.

Place the kettle on the base and plug in a power outlet. The control panel will light up.

Press the "Power" button; and it will beep once and the complete LED panel will becomes activated.

The kettle is now in standby mode ready for your instructions.

BOILING WATER

Press the " FUNCTION" button one time, to activate the "BOIL" mode.
It will boil the water until it reaches 212º degrees and then will automatically shift into standby mode.

BOILING AND KEEP WARM

Press the " FUNCTION" button twice, to activate the "BOIL" and "Keep Warm" mode. After the water reaches 212º degrees the unit will automatically shift to "Keep Warm" mode. The "Keep Warm" temperature can be increased by pressing the up arrow. "Keep Warm" mode will remain active up to 6 hours, and shut off if no other action is taken.

CLEAN AND DESCALE

Fill kettle half ways with equal parts water and vinegar or with descale solution according to manufacturers instructions.

Press "FUNCTION" button three times, kettle will go into "CL Release" mode.

After the water reaches 212º degrees, it will keep boiling for 5 minutes at low power. After "descale" function is finished, the kettle will shift to standby mode. Empty content and rinse kettle thoroughly. Fill with fresh water, boil once and discard.

KEEP WARM

This function will heat the water the the set temperature and keep it warm for up to 6 hours. Press the " FUNCTION" button four times, to activate the "Keep Warm" mode. The "Keep Warm" temperature can be increased by pressing the up arrow and decreased by pressing the down arrow. The "Keep Warm" mode will remain active up to 6 hours.

PRESET MODE

All of the above functions can be set to a timer which will automatically activate it at a later time.

SETTING TIME:
Press " SET TIME" button one time. "Minutes" will begin to flash.
Press the up or down arrows to adjust minutes.
Press SET TIME" button a 2nd time and "Hours" will flash.
Press the up or down arrows to adjust hour.
Press "SET TIME" a 3rd time to confirm the setting. Or, if you wait 3 seconds the unit will automatically confirm.

SETTING FUNCTION START TIME:
Press " TIMER" button one time. CLOCK appears and "Minutes" will flash.
Press the up or down arrows to adjust minutes.
Press "TIMER" button a 2nd time and "Hours" will flash. Press the up or down arrows to adjust hour.
Press TIMER a 3rd time to confirm the setting. Or, if you wait 3 seconds, the unit will automatically confirm.

Press FUNCTION button to choose desired function. The function will start at the pre-set time.

To cancel PRESET MODE power off the kettle and restart.

TIPS:

You can pour the water out without opening the lid.
To stop the water boiling or interrupt it briefly, press the power button
Note: This appliance comes with a safety device, which automatically switches off the heater element if the appliance is inadvertently switched on while empty, or if it boils dry. If this happens, let the appliance cool down completely, before filling with water again.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Always remove the plug from the mains socket before cleaning the base.
Let the kettle cool down completely.
Clean the outside of the kettle and the base with a soft damp cloth,
Dry the kettle before plugging into the mains again.
Descale the appliance regularly. Preferably use a special detergent, which can be obtained from specialist shops, and follow the instructions given.
To store kettle; wind the cord in the cord compartment on the underside of the base.

THE ART of STEEPING TEA

True tea lovers take great care when preparing their choice of tea. Achieving a specific tea' s unique character in each cup is a true art. The temperature needs to be just right. The amount of tea needs to be just right. And the steeping time needs to be just right. When the temperature is matched to a particular tea, and steeping is done correctly, tea lovers will savor and appreciate all of that tea' s naturally aromatic flavors and health benefits. Refer to the chart below for our recommendations. But remember, tastes and teas vary; you can always adjust them to your personal preference. Enjoy!

To achieve the initial Steeping Temperature, press the "FUNCTION" button 4 times to activate the WARM mode.
Set desired Steeping Temperature by using the UP or Down arrows. The left side of the screen will display the actual temperature.
While waiting for the water to reach desired temperature, fill the Steeping Basket with the amount of tea indicated.
When desired temperature is reached you may begin Steeping. Press the Automatic Switch button on the handle to open the lid. Keep hands away from opening as the vapor could be very hot. Carefully insert Steeping Basket into the opening on the Kettle.
(Padded gloves may be indicated as the vapor around the opening could be very hot). Close the lid.
Allow the tea to Steep as indicated on the chart below.
Remove Steeping Basket.

The most accepted formula for most teas is to add 1 teaspoon or bag of tea per cup of water. However some herbal blends can benefit from a bit more tea. When making a full pot, an extra teaspoonful is recommended.

TEA TYPE	TEMP	STEEPING TIME
Delicate	160°	1-2 Minutes
Green	175°	2-3 Minutes
White Oolong Herbal	185° 190° 200°	2-4 Minutes 3-4 Minutes 2-4 Minutes
Black	212°	3-5 Minutes

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

ATTENTION: Please read these instructions carefully to avoid damage due to incorrect use. Please pay particular attention to the safety guide. If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions must also be handed over.

SAFETY GUIDE

Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance and cause injury to the user.
The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused by incorrect use or improper handling.
Before plugging in the appliance, check that the current and power match those given on the rating plate.
Do not put the appliance or the plug in water or any other liquid. This could cause a fatal electric shock. If the appliance or plug should accidentally become wet, unplug the appliance immediately and have it checked by an electrician before using it again.
Do not place any kind of object into the inside of the kettle.
Do not use the appliance with wet hands, on a damp floor or when the appliance itself is wet.
Do not touch the plug with wet or damp hands.
Check the cable and the plug regularly for any possible damage. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid the hazard.
Do not use the appliance if it is dropped or otherwise damaged or if the cable or plug are damaged. In case of damage, take the appliance to an electrical repair shop for examination and repair if necessary.
Never attempt to open the appliance or repair the appliance yourself. This could cause an electric shock.
Do not allow the cable to hang over sharp edges and keep it well away from hot objects and open flames. Remove the plug from the socket only by holding the plug.
For extra protection it is possible to fit the electric household installation with a fault current breaker with a rated breaking current of not more than 30mA. Ask your electrician for advice.
Make sure there is no chance the cable or extension cable inadvertently be pulled or cause anyone to trip over it when in use.
If an extension cord is used it must be suited to the power consumption of the appliance, otherwise overheating of the extension cord or plug may occur.
Place the appliance on a firm, level and heatproof surface away from open flames (e.g. gas oven)
This appliance is neither suitable for commercial or outdoor use.
The cordless kettles should only be used with the provided stand.
Remove the plug from the socket when the appliance is not in use and before it is cleaned.
As long as the appliance is connected to the mains socket, a small amount of current continue to flow to the appliance even when it's not in use.
Never use the cable to carry the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Use the kettle only with the base supplied, and do not use the base for any other purposes.
Check the level marks (MAX) when filling. Do not overfill the kettle scalding water could boil over.
Take care to close the lid properly before switching on. Otherwise, hot water may overflow.
The kettle is for heating water only, and is not to be used for any other liquid.
The kettle becomes very hot during use. So hold it by the handle only.
Escaping steam! Do not remove the lid while the water is boiling.
Allow the water to cool down in a safe place out of the reach of children and disabled people.
Keep out of the reach of children.