Hamilton Beach 2312c Manual

Water dispenser for bottled water

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INTRODUCTION TO YOUR NEW HAMILTON BEACH
WATER DISPENSER (model 2312c)
Congratulations, you have acquired a high quality Hamilton Beach Water Dispenser for
bottled water. This unit is packed with many extra features that you will find convenient to use.
Multi-temperature capability allows you to enjoy a cool drink, hot beverage or simply cook your
meals. It will provide you with many years of trouble free use if you follow the safety
precautions and operating instructions provided in this easy-to-use manual. Please take the time
to read it, and save these instructions for future use. Please also remember to record the model
and series code. They are on a label in back of the unit.
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Model number
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING!

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
WARNING: BURN HAZARD. The
dispenser heats water to a temperature of
approximately 190°F (88°C). Water
temperatures above 125°F (52°C) can
cause severe burns or death from
scalding. Children, the disabled and the
elderly are at highest risk of being
scalded. Children should be supervised by
an adult when using this product.
WARNING: CRUSH AND FALL
HAZARD. Do not allow children to
climb, stand or hang on the outside of the
dispenser, or on the shelves inside the
storage cabinet. They could tip the
dispenser over or fall and seriously
injure themselves. Children should be
supervised by an adult when using this
product.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD. Do not
store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
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Series code
1
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Date of purchase
or any other appliance. Do not operate
dispenser with a damaged cord. Do not
use with an underrated extension cord.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. Unplug
the water dispenser before cleaning or
wiping up spilled water on unit. Do not
attempt to service the dispenser. Do not
operate dispenser with a damaged cord.
WARNING: TOXIC SUBSTANCE
HAZARD. Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality. Do not dispense anything other
than water of known quality.
CAUTION: SPOILED FOOD HAZARD.
The storage compartment in this unit is
not a refrigerator. Do not store
perishable food in compartment.

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  • Page 1: Important Safeguards

    INTRODUCTION TO YOUR NEW HAMILTON BEACH WATER DISPENSER (model 2312c) Congratulations, you have acquired a high quality Hamilton Beach Water Dispenser for bottled water. This unit is packed with many extra features that you will find convenient to use. Multi-temperature capability allows you to enjoy a cool drink, hot beverage or simply cook your meals.
  • Page 2 DANGER: CHILD ENTRAPMENT HAZARD. PROPERLY DISPOSE OF THE WATER DISPENSER AS DIRECTED BELOW. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned REFRIGERANT DISPOSAL: dispensers with storage areas are still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a Your old water dispenser may have used a few days.”...
  • Page 3: Proper Installation And Location

    PROPER INSTALLATION AND LOCATION 1) Dispenser is for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors. 4) Place the dispenser on a level surface that can support its weight with a full 2) To prevent algae growth, find a water bottle on it. location for your dispenser that is protected from direct sunlight and 5) To ensure that your water dispenser...
  • Page 4: Water Dispenser

    GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HAMILTON BEACH WATER DISPENSER Features: • Designed for in home or office use. • Front panel has three indicator lights, to see if the power, heating and cooling are on. • Two power switches are located on the back of the dispenser. One is for cooling and one for heating.
  • Page 5: Parts Listing

    Parts Listing: Part No. Part Name Part No. Shown Part No. Part Name Part No. Shown on Diagram on Diagram HB-BS-1003 Bottle Supporter HB-DT-1012 Drip Tray HB-SE-1004 Separator HB-SD-1013 Storage Door HB-CT-1005 Cold Water Tank HB-RS-1014 Removable Shelf HB-GIL-1006 Green Indicator Light HB-HS-1015 Heating Switch HB-RIL-1007...
  • Page 6 PREPARING, LOADING & OPERATING YOUR DISPENSER Make sure that the dispenser is not plugged into the electrical outlet and that both the hot and cold power switches (on the back of the dispenser) are set to the OFF position. Sanitize the dispenser water tanks prior to installing a full bottle of water for the first time (see “Proper Care and Cleaning of Dispenser”).
  • Page 7 are at highest risk of being scalded. Children should be supervised by an adult when using this product. Before the dispenser leaves the factory, the cold water thermostat is properly set. Do not adjust the thermostat. When bottle is empty, vertically pull it out by two hands, then replace it with another bottle.
  • Page 8 Other parts of the storage compartment including door gaskets and plastic parts can be cleaned in the same manner. NOTICE: To prevent damage to the water dispenser, the plastic storage parts are not to be washed in the dishwasher. Draining Instruction: The dispenser should be drained before cleaning the tanks and before leaving for long vacations or absences.
  • Page 9 WARNING: BURN HAZARD. The dispenser heats water to a temperature of approximately 190 ° F(88 ° C). Water temperatures above 125 ° F (52 °C) can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Children, the disabled and the elderly are at highest risk of being scalded. Children should be supervised by an adult when using this product.
  • Page 10 4) Remove the plastic separator by pulling straight out (you may need to twist slightly to loosen). 5) Clean the separator with dish soap and water or in the top rack of the dishwasher. 6) Dry the separator thoroughly on both sides. 7) Using a clean cloth or paper towel, thoroughly dry the cold water reservoir.
  • Page 11 4) DO NOT ADD BLEACH FIRST OR DIRECTLY TO THE DISPENSER. Concentrated bleach may damage plastic. 5) Add ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) of ordinary 6.0% maximum household bleach to a 2 quart (2 liter) pitcher filled with tap water. 6) Pour the solution in the opening at the top of the dispenser. 7) Repeat last two steps until the dispenser is full.
  • Page 12: Preparing For Vacation

    To Remove Mineral Deposits: Mix 2 quarts (2 liters) of water with two quarts of vinegar OR mix 1 gallon of water (4 liters) with 16 ounces (454 g) of citric acid crystals. Bleach does not remove mineral deposits. Do this in place of step 6 above when removing mineral deposits.
  • Page 13 Temperature limiter tripped Set the hot and cold power switches to OFF position. Wait five minutes, then set switches to ON position. Wait 30 minutes for water to heat or cool. Water is not hot Dispenser is unplugged Push plug completely into outlet Heating switch not on Check to be sure heating...
  • Page 14 Bottle making a gurgling noise this is normal Hot water boiling sound this is normal Dispenser or water bottle this is normal shakes when the cooling system cycles off Particles floating in Water has high mineral find a water source with Water content lower hardness...
  • Page 15 Consumer Support__________________________________________________ Questions? How to contact us: Telephone 800-488-5080 (Monday – Friday 8:00AM-5:00 PM ET) E-mail: sales@hbwaterdispensers.com support@hbwaterdispensers.com...
  • Page 16 LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY What does this warranty cover? How do I make a warranty claim? - Any defect in materials or workmanship in the manufactured Return to the retailer from which it was purchased, along with a product copy of the store receipt within the given period of time allowed What does this warranty not cover? for returns by the retailer (i.e.

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