Bartscher 191005 User guide

15L
191005

Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
D-33154 Salzkotten
Germany
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Technical Support Hotline: [phone]
www.bartscher.com
Version: 1.0
Date of preparation: 2021-07-06
EN

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Original instruction manual
1Safety............................................................................................................2
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words....................................................................2
1.2 Safety instructions....................................................................................3
1.3 Intended Use ...........................................................................................5
1.4 Unintended Use.......................................................................................6
2General information.......................................................................................7
2.1 Liability and Warranty ..............................................................................7
2.2 Copyright Protection ................................................................................7
2.3 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................7
3Transport, Packaging and Storage................................................................8
3.1 Delivery Check.........................................................................................8
3.2 Packaging................................................................................................8
3.3 Storage....................................................................................................8
4Technical Data...............................................................................................9
4.1 Technical Specifications ..........................................................................9
4.2 List of Components of the Appliance .....................................................10
4.3 Functions of the Appliance.....................................................................11
5Installation and operation ............................................................................11
5.1 Installation..............................................................................................11
5.2 Operation...............................................................................................12
6Cleaning and Descaling...............................................................................19
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning.............................................................19
6.2 Cleaning.................................................................................................19
6.3 Descaling...............................................................................................20
7Possible Malfunctions..................................................................................21
8Disposal....................................................................................................... 22

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Read this instruction manual before using and keep it available
at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about installation, operation and
maintenance of the appliance and constitutes an important source of information
and reference guide. The knowledge of all operational and safety instructions
included in this manual is a prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the
appliance. Additionally, accident prevention, occupational health and safety, and
legal regulations in force in the area the appliance is used apply.
Before you start using the appliance, especially before turning it on, read this
instruction manual in order to avoid personal injuries and property damages.
Improper use may cause damage.
This instruction manual forms and integral part of the product and must be stored in
an immediate vicinity of the appliance and be available at all times. The instruction
manual should be transferred together with the appliance.
1 Safety
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with technical standards
currently in force. However, the appliance may be a source of hazards if used
improperly or contrary to its intended purpose. All persons using the appliance must
consider information included in this instruction manual and observe safety
instructions.
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words
Important safety instructions and warning information are indicated in this
instruction manual with appropriate signal words. You must strictly follow the
instructions, to prevent accidents, personal injuries and property damages.
DANGER!
The signal word DANGER warns against hazards that lead to severe
injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.

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WARNING!
The signal word WARNING warns against hazards that may lead to
moderate or severe injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
CAUTION!
The signal word CAUTION warns against hazards that may lead to
light or moderate injuries if the hazards are not avoided.
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IMPORTANT!
The signal word IMPORTANT indicates possible property damages,
which may occur if safety instructions are not observed.
NOTE!
The symbol NOTE indicates subsequent information and guidelines
for the user on usage of the appliance.
1.2 Safety instructions
Electrical Current
•Too high a mains voltage or incorrect installation may cause electric shock.
•The appliance may be connected only if data on the rating plate correspond with
the mains voltage.
•To avoid short-circuit, the appliance should be kept dry.
•If there are malfunctions during operation, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
•Do not touch the appliance’s plug with wet hands.
•Never take hold of the appliance if it has fallen into water. Immediately
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
•Any repairs or housing opening may be carried out by professionals and
relevant workshops only.
•Do not transport the appliance, holding it by the power cord.
•Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with heat sources or sharp
edges.
•Do not bend, pinch nor knot the power cord.

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•Always completely unwind the power cord.
•Never place the appliance or other objects on the power cord.
•Always take hold of the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
•Check the power cord regularly for damage. Do not use the appliance if the
power cord is damaged. If this cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
customer service or a qualified electrician in order to avoid dangers.
Flammable Materials
•Never subject the appliance to contact with high temperature sources, e.g.:
oven, furnace, open flame, heat generating devices, etc.
•To avoid fire hazard, clean the appliance regularly.
•Do not cover the appliance with, e.g., aluminium foil or cloths.
•Use the appliance only with materials designated to this end and with correct
temperature settings. Materials, groceries and left-overs remaining in the
appliance may catch fire.
•Never use the appliance near flammable or inflammable materials, e.g.: petrol,
spirit, alcohol, etc. High temperature triggers evaporation of these materials,
and, as a result of contact with sources of ignition, an explosion may occur.
•In case of fire, disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
attempting suitable fire-extinguishing actions.
•Never attempt to extinguish fire with water if the appliance is connected to the
power supply. Following extinction of fire, ensure sufficient fresh air inflow.
Hot Surfaces
•Surfaces of the appliance become hot during operation. Burning hazard! High
temperature remains for some time after switching the appliance off.
•Do not touch any hot surfaces of the appliance. Use the provided handling
elements and holders.
•You may transport and clean the appliance after it cools down entirely.
•It is prohibited to sprinkle hot surfaces with cold water or flammable liquids.
Risk of scalding with hot steam / hot water / condensate!
•Avoid contact with steam escaping from the water tank. Never remove the lid of
the water tank during boiling and heating up.
•Never pour water into the water tank during boiling. Leave the appliance to cool
before re-filing it.
•Never move nor re-locate the appliance during boiling and heating up.

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•After boiling, water in the water tank becomes very hot! Be particularly cautious
when handling hot fluids.
Health hazard due to germs!
•The water tank must be regularly emptied and disinfected to eliminate the
possibility of accumulation of harmful and dangerous germs.
Supervised Usage only
•Only supervised appliance may be used.
•Always remain in an immediate vicinity of the appliance.
Operating personnel
•This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with
limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities, nor by persons with limited
experience and/or limited knowledge.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they are not playing with or
switching the appliance on.
Improper use
•Unintended or prohibited use may cause damage to the appliance.
•The appliance may only be used in a technically flawless condition, providing for
safe use.
•The appliance may only be used with connections in a technically flawless
condition, providing for safe use.
•The appliance may only be used clean.
•Use only original spare parts. Never attempt to repair the appliance on your
own.
•Do not attempt to modify nor alter the appliance.
1.3 Intended Use
As described below, every use of the appliance for a purpose differing and/or
diverging from its intended standard use, is prohibited and considered to be an
unintended use.
The following is an intended use:
–Preparing tea and other hot and instant beverages.

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This appliance is intended for use in households and similar places, e.g.:
–in employee canteens in shops, offices, and similar areas;
–on farms;
–by customers in hotels, motels, and other typical accommodation
establishments;
–in lodging-houses.
1.4 Unintended Use
An unintended use may lead to personal injuries or property damages caused by
hazardous voltage, fire or high temperature. The appliance may only be used to
perform tasks described in this instruction manual.
The following is an unintended use:
–Heating up milk or frothing liquids.
–Heating up soups, sauces or similar thick dishes.
–Heating or boiling of liquids containing sugar, sweeteners, acids, lyes, or
alcohols.
–Storing and heating up flammable, harmful, and quickly evaporating
liquids or materials, etc.

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2 General information
2.1 Liability and Warranty
All information and instructions in this instruction manual account for legal
regulations in force, current level of technical engineering knowledge as well as our
expertise and experience, developed over the years. If special models or additional
options are ordered, or state-of-the-art technical solutions were implemented, the
actual scope of delivery of the appliance may, in some circumstances, differ from
descriptions and numerous drawings in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages nor faults stemming from:
–failure to observe instructions,
–unintended use,
–technical alterations introduced by the user,
–usage of unapproved spare parts.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications to the product, intended for
improvement of the appliance and its performance.
2.2 Copyright Protection
This instruction manual, and texts, drawings and images included in it, as well as its
other components are copyright protected. It is prohibited to reproduce this
instruction manual (including its excerpts), in any form and by any means, and to
use and/or transfer its content to third parties without manufacturer’s written
permission. Violation of the above results in obligation to pay compensation. We
reserve the right to claim further damages.
2.3 Declaration of Conformity
The appliance meets the currently applicable standards and guidelines of the
European Union. We confirm the above in the EC Declaration of Conformity. We
may provide relevant Declaration of Conformity upon request.

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3 Transport, Packaging and Storage
3.1 Delivery Check
Immediately upon reception, check the delivery for completeness and possible
shipping damage. In the case of visible transport damage refuse to accept the
appliance or accept it conditionally. Mark and note the scope of damage in shipping
documents/consignment list of the shipping company and lodge a complaint.
Concealed damage must be reported immediately upon its discovery, as
compensation claims may only be filed within applicable time limits.
If you find that parts or accessories missing, please contact our Customer Service
Department.
3.2 Packaging
Do not dispose of the appliance cardboard box. It may be used to store the
appliance when relocating or when shipping the appliance to our service point in the
case of any damages.
The packaging and its elements are made of recyclable materials. Particularly,
these are: plastic films and bags, cardboard box.
When disposing of the packaging, observe applicable domestic regulations.
Recyclable packaging materials should be recycled.
3.3 Storage
Leave the packaging closed until installation of the appliance; observe external
indications concerning method of placing and storage. Store the packaging in the
following conditions only:
–in closed rooms;
–in dry and dust-free surrounding;
–away from aggressive agents;
–in a location protected against sunlight;
–in a location protected against mechanical shocks.
In the case of extended storage (over three months), make sure you check the
condition of the packaging and the parts regularly. If needed, replace the packaging
with a new one.

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4 Technical Data
4.1 Technical Specifications
Name:
Samovar 15L
Art. No.:
191005
Material:
stainless steel
Volume, in l:
15
Temperature range, min.–max., in °C:
40 - 90
Connected load:
3 kW | 230 V | 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
505 x 415 x 735
Weight, in kg:
9,6
We reserve the right to implement technical modifications.
Version / Characteristics
•Control: electronic, knob
•Temperature control: stepless
•Overheating protection
•Temperature maintenance function
•Automatic switch-off
•Ceramic handles
•Heating element:
–2 heating coils, 2.3 kW and 0.7 kW
–boiling at 100°C with 2.3 kW heating coil
–warm-keeping at 90°C with 0.7 kW heating coil
•Indicator lights:
–operation mode
–heating-up
–overheating/dry operation
•The set includes:
–1 stainless steel teapot (volume of 2 litres)
–1 tea strainer
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4.2 List of Components of the Appliance
Fig. 1
1. Teapot with lid
2. Tea strainer
3. Steaming insert for teapot
4. Water tank lid
5. Lid handles (2 pcs)
6. Water tank handles (2 pcs)
7. Water tank
8. Dispensing tap
9. Base
10.Temperature controller
11.Dry operation protection indicator light
(red)
12.Heating-up indicator light (blue)
13.Feet (4 pcs)
14.Power cord
15.ON/OFF switch with integrated
operation indicator light (blue)

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4.3 Functions of the Appliance
The samovar is used for boiling water for tea, tea essence and other hot and instant
beverages.
5 Installation and operation
5.1 Installation
Unpacking / Positioning
•Unpack the appliance, remove all external and internal packaging elements and
shipment safeguards.
CAUTION!
Choking hazard!
Prevent children from accessing package materials, for instance: plastic
bags and EPS.
•If the appliance is covered with a protective film, remove it. Remove the film
slowly, so no glue residues are left. Remove any glue residues with the use of a
suitable solvent.
•Be careful not to damage the rating plate and warning labels fixed on the
appliance.
•Never place the appliance in humid or wet environment.
•Place the appliance in a way making the connections easily accessible, so that
they may be quickly disconnected if such a need arises.
•The appliance should be placed on surfaces that are:
–even, with sufficient bearing capacity, resistant to water, dry and resistant
to high temperatures;
–sufficiently large, and thus enabling usage of the appliance with no
problems;
–easily accessible;
–well ventilated.
•Maintain sufficient clearance from table edges. The appliance might turn over
and fall down.
•Do not place the appliance under kitchen cupboards. Escaping steam might
damage them.

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•Furniture surfaces may contain materials, which may damage or melt the
appliance's feet. If needed, place the appliance on a suitable pad.
•Make sure to keep proper clearance at all sides (at least 20 cm at both sides
and 30 cm from the top).
Power supply connection
•Verify if technical data of the appliance (see rating plate) correspond with the
local electric power grid specification.
•Connect the appliance to a single, properly grounded mains socket with
protective contact. Do not connect the appliance to a multi-socket.
•The power cord should be laid in a way preventing anyone from threading on it
or tripping against it.
•Do not use the appliance with an external timer or remote control.
5.2 Operation
Before First Use
1. Set the appliance and connect it. Follow indications in section 'Appliance
Installation and Connection'.
2. Prior to first drinking of a tea or hot instant beverages perform trial run to remove
all post-manufacturing residues. Follow indications in section 'Preparation'.
NOTE!
During initial operation, additives connected with production (e.g.
greases) may be the source of slight smoke and/or scent. This is a normal
phenomenon and does not indicate any malfunction.
3. Repeat the process 2 more times. Do not drink the boiled water!
4. Clean the appliance and accessories according to instructions in section
'Cleaning'.
5. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
Appliance Installation and Connection
1. Set the appliance on a dry, hard, even surface that is resistant to high
temperatures and water splashes.
2. Fully unwind the power supply cord.
3. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
The operation indicator light (blue) in the ON/OFF switch cannot light up.

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4. Plug the appliance into an easily accessible single grounded socket.
Appliance Operation
1. Start the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF switch.
The operation indicator light (blue) in the ON/OFF switch lights up.
Temperature Controller / Indicator Lights
The temperature controller is used for switching the appliance on and off, and for
setting the water temperature.
Fig. 2
Switching
Off
Rotate the temperature controller to the limit, counter-clockwise.
The heating-up indicator light (blue) goes off.
W (warm)
Warm water
Set the temperature controller to more or less W
position. Water temperature: 60–70°C
H (hot)
Hot water
Set the temperature controller to Hposition.
Water temperature: 85–95°C
B (boil)
Boiling water
Rotate the temperature controller to the limit,
clockwise, to Bposition. Water temperature:
100°C
B (boil)
Interval boiling
After single boiling, revert the temperature
controller by approx. ¼ of rotation; it should still
be in the red area B.Water temperature: 95–
100°C
The heating-up indicator light (blue) is lit, when the appliance's heating element
heats up water. In the case of interval boiling, the heating up indicator light (blue)
lights up in intervals.

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Taking off / Putting on Water Tank Lid
1. Grab the lid's handle and pull the lid up.
CAUTION!
After operation of the appliance, use a dish-washing cloth or oven mitts to
take the lid off for the lid may be very hot.
Before re-filling always cool the appliance down.
2. Put the lid on the water tank to close it.
Fill the water tank
CAUTION!
Fill the water tank with fresh potable water only. Fill with tap water. Do not
pour any other liquid.
1. Take the lid off of the water tank (section 'Taking off / Putting on Water Tank
Lid').
CAUTION!
Risk of scalding!
Overfilling may lead to hot water leaks and scalding!
Observe the maximum filling volume!
2. Now, use a container to pour fresh potable water up to the 'MAX' marking.
3. Put the lid.

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Dispensing Tap Operation
1. Place a suitable container (a cup, glass,
teapot) under the dispensing tap.
2. Press the dispensing tap lever down and
keep it pressed.
The dispensing tap opens and water flows (Fig.
to the left).
3. Release the lever, when the required
amount of water is dispensed.
The dispensing tap closes automatically.
Fig. 3
Preparation
ATTENTION!
Do not use the appliance without water. However, if it happens, the
heating element will switch off automatically (dry operation protection).
Dry operation protection indicator light (red) lights up.
In such a case, before filling with water and re-using the appliance, leave it for
5–10 minutes to cool down.
ATTENTION!
Risk of scalding!
When removing the lid to top up water in the hot water tank, steam may
come out, which may scald hands, arm and face!
Switch the appliance off and disconnect it from mains socket (pull the plug out).
Before taking the lid off carefully with a dish-washing cloth, leave the appliance
to cool down for a couple of minutes.
Water Boiling
1. Use a container to fill the water tank with the required amount of fresh potable
water (section 'Appliance Operation' / 'Water Tank Filling').
2. Place the lid on the water tank.
3. Plug the appliance into a suitable single socket.
4. Switch the appliance on with the ON/OFF switch.
The operation indicator light (blue) in the ON/OFF switch lights up.

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5. Rotate the temperature controller clockwise to Bposition to switch the appliance
on and boil water.
The heating-up indicator light (blue) is lit.
Water is boiled continuously until it evaporates completely.
Water Heating
1. If water is to be heated up only, boil it one time (section 'Water Boiling').
2. As soon as the water boils, rotate the temperature controller to the limit, counter-
clockwise.
The appliance's heating-up indicator light (blue) goes off.
Water chills gradually if it is not dispensed and used.
Interval boiling
For energy-saving water boiling, we recommend using interval boiling setting. The
thermostat controls energy supply according to needs and requirements. The
appliance switches the heating element off when water boils and switches it back
on, when water temperature drops.
1. Boil water one time (section 'Water Boiling').
2. When water boils, rotate the temperature controller until the heating-up indicator
light (blue) goes off.
When the thermostat switches the heating element back on, the heating-up
indicator light (blue) lights up again.
3. After each use, switch the appliance off by rotating the temperature controller to
the limit, counter-clockwise.
4. Press the ON/OFF switch to switch the appliance off completely.
The operation indicator light (blue) in the ON/OFF switch goes off.
5. Unplug the appliance.
6. Before cleaning and/or storage, leave the appliance to cool down (section
'Cleaning and Descaling').

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Indications for Tea Preparation
To obtain a valuable product and taste, tea is poured with water of different
temperature and brewed through various periods of time.
Black tea is prepared with boiling hot or hot water.
Perfect water temperature for preparation of green tea is approx. 50–70°C. The
majority of green teas reaches optimum taste at approx. 70°C. The better quality of
the green tea, the lower the optimum water temperature. The high quality tea is
brewed in water with the temperature of 50–60°C.
Herbal, fruit, rooibos and spicy teas should be poured with boiling water only and
brewed for at least 5–10 minutes. This is the only way to obtain a safe grocery's
product, as herbal tea blends, in rare cases, there may be some germs present,
e.g. salmonella, which die in the process of heating up. When prepared improperly,
they may pose threat to health, especially when it comes to teas for children.
NOTE: Always keep information about the preparation process that is
described on the packaging.
Preparation of Tea Essence
The enclosed teapot may be pre-heated already in the phase of boiling water, by
putting it on the steaming insert. To prepare tea essence in the teapot, proceed the
following way:
1. Remove the water tank lid.
2. Fill the water tank with water (section 'Appliance Operation' / 'Water Tank
Filling').
3. Put the steaming insert onto the lid.
4. Put the teapot on the steaming insert.
5. Boil water (section 'Water Boiling').
6. When water boils, rotate the temperature controller counter-clockwise, until the
heating-up indicator light (blue) goes off (section 'Preparation' / 'Interval
Boiling').
NOTE!
For preparation of green tea, leave the boiled water for 5–6 minutes to cool
down. Follow temperature indications in section 'Indications for Tea
Preparation'.
7. To prepare the tea essence, remove the teapot from the water tank.

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ATTENTION!
Risk of scalding!
Hot steam is coming out of the water tank.
Hot condensed water may drip from the bottom of the teapot to tea.
Use a dish washing cloth to remove the teapot.
8. Use caution to open the teapot lid.
9. Put the enclosed tea strainer into the teapot.
10.In order to prepare black tea, put some tea leaves into the tea strainer (approx.
1 teaspoon per cup) or put a tea bag directly into the teapot (approx. 1 tea bag
per approx. 1–2 cups).
The more the tea leaves or tea bags, and the less the water is poured into the
teapot, the stronger will be the tea essence (tea connoisseurs fancy tea brew of
exactly 2.86 g of tea per cup). It is recommended to use more tea to have a real tea
essence brewed in the teapot.
The strength of the tea essence may be established according to own liking.
Observe the brewing time indicated on the tea packaging, as it differs for each type
of tea.
NOTE!
As a rule, use less green tea leaves than in the case of black tea. Use
approx. 1 g per 100 ml of water or 1 flat teaspoon per 200 ml of water.
11.Put the teapot with the tea strainer under the dispensing tap.
12.Then pour the tea with boiling water via the dispensing tap of the appliance.
13.The teapot may hold maximum of 2 litres of water.
14.Reinsert the teapot with the tea essence on the steaming insert of the water
tank.
The steam in the water tank keeps the tea in the teapot in ideal temperature for the
tea to 'draw'.
15.When the time needed for the tea to draw elapses, remove the tea strainer (tea
bag) from the teapot.
16.Then pour the required amount of tea essence from the teapot to a tea
glass/cup and top up the tea glass/cup with water from the water tank.
This way you may differentiate the strength and taste of tea.
17.The teapot may be left on the water tank, when the appliance is in the warm-
keeping mode, to be able to pour hot water any given time.