PowerPac my Choice ELECTRIC AIRPOT MC250 User manual

Model: MC250
2.5 Litre
160710-12
Model: MC350
3.5 Litre
190130-24

PARTS & DESCRIPTION
Open/Close KnobDispense Button
Lid Opening Lever
Control Panel
“Boiling” &
“Keep Warm”
Water Outlet
Water Level
Indicator
REFILL Line
Rotating Base
Steam Vent
Handle
Power Inlet
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ATTENTION :
Read this booklet carefully as it contains important instructions for a safe installation,
use and maintenance.
Important instructions to be kept for future reference.
The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical
appliances:
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
This appliance must be used only for the purpose it was expressly designed; any
use NOT complying with the instructions contained in the manual is considered
inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer is NOT responsible for possible
damages caused by the inappropriate and/or unreasonable use.
The appliance is designed for heating water only. DO NOT put other liquids into the
appliance. Different liquids have different boiling points, with volatile liquids having
boiling points lower than 100C, the boiling point of water. .
This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame,
ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence of
flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric conditions
when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items containing these
substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be used to clean the
appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.
The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out
of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources
of danger.
The installation/assembly of the appliance will be made in accordance with the
indications of the manufacturer. A wrong procedure may cause damages to persons,
animals or objects, for which the manufacturer cannot be considered responsible.
Place and use the appliance on a horizontal, stable and heat-resistant surface.
Before use, check the integrity of the appliance and power cable. In case you are not
sure, contact a qualified person. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a
shock hazard.
Before powering the appliance make sure the rating (voltage and frequency)
corresponding to the grid and the socket is suitable for the plug of the appliance,
and that the wall socket is properly grounded.
DO NOT power the appliance using multiple sockets. If possible, avoid the use of
adapters and/or extension cables; if their use is absolutely necessary, use only
materials in compliance with the current safety regulations and according to the
electrical parameters of the adapters.
The appliance must NOT be switched on using external timers and/or other remote
control appliances which are not specified in this manual.
Only use original components & accessories provided by the manufacturer. Any
non-original components & accessories NOT recommended by the manufacturer
may cause injuries to persons or damage to the appliance.
WARNINGS
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If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
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Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper
functioning.
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Plug and unplug the power cable and hold it firmly with dry hands. Always unplug
the power cable to avoid overheating and avoid stretching it (DO NOT pull it, tug it
or use it to drag the appliance to which is connected). Before unplugging the
appliance, switch off the electric mains.
During operation, DO NOT touch the appliance with wet body parts, and it is
recommended to have between you and the standing surface, an isolating element
(for example, wearing shoes with rubber soles).
DO NOT soak the appliance in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let
any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. In
case of accidental fall in water, DO NOT try to take it out, but first of all switch off the
electric mains and unplug immediately the power cable from the socket.
Wipe the exterior of the Electric Airport with a damp cloth and clean the interior
of the Electric Airport (Water Tank, bottom of the Lid and Heating Base) with
water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge. DO NOT use metal scouring pads.
The Electric Airport may NOT be immersed in water.
Notice: you should NOT use a dishwasher to clean the Electric Airport
Fill the Electric Airport with clean water to maximum capacity. Close the Lid and
lock the Open/Close Knob.
Plug the Connector of the power cable to the Electric Airport and the plug of the
power cable into the electric mains and switch it ON. Heating will commence
immediately. Wait for the water to boil and steam to emerge from the Steam Vent.
After 10 minutes, switch off the electric mains and unplug the power cable.
Unplug the Connector of the power cable to the Electric Airport. Unlock the
Open/Close Knob, lift up the Lid Opening Leaver and open the Lid carefully
(beware of hot steam being emitted from the Water Tank and Steam Vent!). Wait
for the water to cool to room temperature. Discard the water. Rinse the interior of
the Electric Airport (Water Tank, bottom of the Lid and Heating Base) with water.
Be careful not to allow water to enter the internal parts of the appliance.
Thereafter the appliance is safe to use.
cover the appliance during functioning;
obstruct totally nor partially the Steam Vent and the Water Outlet;
insert objects or body parts inside the protection cover of the appliance;
overfill water (beyond the “FULL” mark on the container) to avoid overflow of hot
water;
place the appliance and heat it by any other means, e.g. in a microwave, oven or
on a frying pan filled with water and placed directly on a gas stove, as the plastic
components can be deformed as a result;
use the appliance near curtains or textiles;
switch the appliance on if the Water Tank is empty - however, should the Water
Tank be found empty during operation, immediately switch the ON/OFF Switch
off, switch off the electric mains, unplug the power cable and wait for the
appliance to cool. DO NOT add water when the water is dry-boiled;
leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.
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Place the appliance at a proper distance from the objects or surrounding walls
making sure that its functioning will not cause accidental damages. There should
be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides, and the top of the
appliance. Never put things on top of the Lid.
The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface or in the vicinity of objects which
can be damaged by heat, such as carpets or plastics. When using the appliance, the
surface that the appliance is placed upon as well the surface immediately above
(e.g. a wooden cabinet above the appliance), may become very hot. If the appliance
is operated on wooden furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to
delicate finishes.
Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it
can be damaged easily. The cable must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered
with throw rugs, runners or similar. Arrange the cable away from the high traffic
area, and where it will NOT be tripped over.
Always remember to unplug the power cable of the appliance if it is NOT used for a
long period, before storing, cleaning or performing any maintenance operation.
Avoid carrying out operations which are NOT specified in this manual (such as
disassembling and/or altering).
In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning, switch off the appliance
immediately, turn off the power and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible,
with the support of a qualified person.
During the period of operation, high temperature steam will be emitted from the
appliance. To avoid scalding:
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Switch off the appliance and unplug the socket from the electric mains when not in
use and before filling, emptying and cleaning the Electric Airport.
If smoke is observed coming out of the Electric Airport, unplug the power cable
immediately.
fill the Water Tank with hot water;
fill the Water Tank with less than 50% & beyond the maximum volume indicated;
allow all of the water to be boiled away;
operate with the Lid open & ensure that the Lid is tightly closed during heating;
touch any part of the appliance, except the Open/Close Knob, Lid Opening
Leaver, Dispense Button & Handle, when the Electric Airport is filled with
hot/boiling water. The bottom of the Electric Airport becomes exceedingly hot as
the appliance operates. Do note that the liquids & gases inside the Electric
Airport would be very hot during heating, and for some time after the plug has
been pulled out of the electric mains;
press the Dispense Button too forcefully;
place any container inside the appliance;
move the appliance when the appliance is in operation and when the appliance
is still hot. Wait until boiling is completed, the power turned off, then unplug the
socket from the electric mains and move the Electric Airport using the Handle
carefully;
direct steam at any person or animal & one’s hands and face should be angled
away from the Steam Vent and the Water Outlet.
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This appliance is NOT intended for commercial use but to be used in households
and similar applications, such as:
• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• Dormitories;
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;
• Bed and breakfast type environment
DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only
indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of
the sun and dust.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall NOT
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall NOT be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its
cable out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
Save these instructions.
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Detaching the Lid
Rotate the Handle towards the rear of the appliance as shown in the diagram.
Switch off the electric mains and unplug the power cable.
Unlock the Open/Close Button, and open the Lid by lifting the Lid Opening Lever.
(beware of hot steam being emitted from the Water Tank and Steam Vent!)
Position the Lid at a 45 angle and pull out the Lid from the Hinge Holder by
pressing the Hinge Lock.
NOTE: Never remove the Lid while the appliance is operating.
HOW TO USE
Lid Opening Lever
Handle
Hinge Lock
Hinge Holder
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Attaching the Lid
Rotate the Handle towards the rear of the appliance as shown in the diagram.
Make sure that the appliance is switched off and the power cable unplugged from
the electric mains.
Pressing the Hinge Lock, insert the shaft attached to the Lid into the Hinge Holder.
Ensure that shaft is inserted fully.
Close and press on the Lid until it clicks.
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Opening the Lid
Rotate the Handle towards the rear of the appliance as shown in the diagram.
Unlock the Open/Close Button, and open the Lid by lifting the Lid Opening Lever
(beware of hot steam being emitted from the Water Tank and Steam Vent).
Fill the Water Tank with water up to the dotted line.
DO NOT overfill in order to avoid splashing hot water out of the appliance onto
parts of the body.
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Closing the Lid
Carefully close the Lid by pressing down on the Lid itself until a click sound is heard.
DO NOT close the Lid by force as it may cause hot water to gush out and cause
scalds!
Lock the Open/Close Knob.
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Switching on the appliance & Boiling
Connect the connector of the power cable (the other end is the plug) to the
appliance first, and then connect the plug to the electric mains.
When rotating the appliance at any time, make sure that the connections are NOT
loosened.
Place and use the appliance on a dry, horizontal, stable and heat-resistant surface.
Switch the electric mains ON.
DO NOT switch on the appliance when the Water Tank is empty.
19.Once the appliance is switched on, the“Boiling” red light indicator will turn on and
the water will start to boil. After the water has boiled, the red indicator light turns
off and the green“Keep Warm” light indicator turns on. The “Keep Warm” state
maintains a constant water temperature of 98°C.
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Dispensing Hot Water
To dispense the water in the appliance:
• press the Dispense Button (with a container directly
underneath the Water Outlet.
DO NOT press the Dispense Button when the Water Tank is
empty.
Note: Water cannot be dispensed by pressing the Dispense
Button if the appliance is switched off.
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DO NOT
open the Lid while the appliance is operating.
add or dispense the water while water is boiling.
place your hands or face in close proximity to the Steam Vent.
cover the Steam Vent with any fabric or container.
appliance
connector power cable
plug
BOIL KEEP WARM (when boiling)
BOIL KEEP WARM (after boiling)
Press down
Dispense
button
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Refilling Water
When the water level drops to the“REFILL”Line of the
Water Level Indicator, add water for automatic boiling
(refer to “Opening the Lid” above).
Reboiling Water
Reboiling a full tank of water will take about 3 minutes.
Before reboiling, make sure the water level is above
the “REFILL” Line of the Water Level Indicator. If water is
above the Refill Line, perform steps 25 & 31. If water
level is below the Refill Line, perform steps 24 – 31.
Rotate the Handle towards the rear of the appliance as
shown in the diagram.
Switch off the electric mains and unplug the power cable.
Unlock the Open/Close Button, and open the Lid by lifting the Lid Opening Lever
(beware of hot steam being emitted from the Water Tank and Steam Vent).
Fill the Water Tank with water up to the dotted line.
DO NOT overfill in order to avoid splashing hot water out of the appliance onto
parts of the body.
Carefully close the Lid by pressing down on the Lid itself until a click sound is heard.
DO NOT close the Lid by force as it may cause hot water to gush out and cause
scalds!
Lock the Open/Close Knob.
Connect the plug to the electric mains and switch it ON.
DO NOT perform the “REBOIL” button repeatedly, as continuous re-boiling will cause
malfunction to the appliance.
When NOT in Use
When the appliance is not in use, switch off the appliance and unplug the power
cable from the electric mains.
Wait for the remaining water in the Water Tank to cool to room temperature.
Either remove the water by pressing the Manual Button to pump it out, or open the
Lid and invert the appliance to pour the remaining water out.
You may wish to clean the appliance at this juncture, before allowing it to dry
before sealing it in a plastic bag to protect it from dust and insects.
DO NOT place the appliance in a dishwasher or dish dryer as this will cause damage
to the appliance.
AUTO-CUT OFF FUNCTION
This functioned is automatically initiated under these 3 scenarios:
• when all water has boiled, and there is no water left in the Water Tank
• the appliance is switched on with no water in the Water Tank
• the temperature of the Water Tank reaches 130°C
Water Level
Indicator
Refill Line
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Rotate the Handle towards the rear of the appliance as shown in the diagram.
Switch off the electric mains and unplug the power cable. Unplug the Connector of
the power cable to the Electric Airport. Unlock the Open/Close Knob, lift up the Lid
Opening Leaver and open the Lid carefully (beware of hot steam being emitted
from the Water Tank and Steam Vent!).
Wait for 30 minutes to allow sufficient time for the appliance to cool and invert the
appliance to discard the water.
Rinse the interior of the Electric Airport (Water Tank, bottom of the Lid and Heating
Base) with water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge.
DO NOT use metal scouring pads.
Wipe the exterior of the appliance using a soft, damp cloth or sponge.
Remove stubborn spots with a cloth moistened with mild liquid detergent.
DO NOT use abrasive scouring pads or powders.
Be careful not to allow water to enter the internal parts of the appliance.
The Rotating Base may NOT be immersed in water.
HOW TO CLEAN
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Descaling
From time to time, boiled scale deposit will naturally form on the Heating Base, thus
reducing heating efficiency. Red rust-like spots, milky or black discoloration on the
water tank, and white floating objects are caused by minerals in the water and are not
cause by discoloration or deterioration of the water tank itself. Although this is not a
hygiene problem, it is advisable to clean the inner of the water tank periodically.
The frequency of descaling depends on the quality of tap water in your region and the
frequency of use of the appliance.
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Fill the appliance to its maximum volume (DO NOT overfill) using a mixture of one
part ordinary vinegar and two parts water. You can also use 15 – 20 g of store
bought citric acid.
Boil the mixture as per normal.
Leave the mixture in the appliance overnight, and discard it the next morning.
Cut a lemon into four pieces, wrap the lemon in a clean cloth and place it inside the
water tank. Once again, fill the appliance to its maximum volume with water
(DO NOT overfill).
Boil the mixture as per normal, and leave the water to Keep Warm for an hour.
Pour out the water and use a nylon brush to clean the water tank.
Fill the appliance to its maximum volume with water (again DO NOT overfill).
Boil the water as per normal.
Discard the boiled water to remove any remaining scale and vinegar.
Rinse the Water Tank and Heating Plate of the appliance with water.
The descaling is complete and the appliance is ready to be used.
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PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES HOW TO SOLVE
The appliance
fails to convert
water into steam.
Indicator light on
appliance does
not illuminate.
The appliance is
not plugged in.
Plug the appliance into the electric mains
and switch it on.
The appliance
fails to convert
water into steam.
Indicator light on
appliance
illuminates.
Mineral build-up in
the appliance.
Follow the steps listed in the‘Descaling’
instructions contained in the Instruction
Manual.
Steam emitted
intermittently.
Mineral build-up in
the appliance.
It is normal for the steam to stop being
emitted periodically for a few seconds.
If this persists for longer durations, follow
the steps listed in the‘Descaling’instructions
contained in the Instruction Manual.
The Water Tank is
empty.
Refill the Water Tank with tap water or
distilled water.
Household power
circuit has blown.
Check the household circuit breaker for any
tripped wires. Call for a qualified electrician.
Fuse on appliance
is blown.
Send the appliance to the service centre for
checks.
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This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is no longer
capable of functioning, be disposed with the least possible environmental damage
according to the local regulations in your area. In most cases you can discard the
appliance at your local recycling center.
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of
such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIP
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The manufacturer provides warranty in accordance with the legislation of the
customer’s own country of residence, with a minimum of 1 year, starting from the date
on which the appliance is sold to the end user.
The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship.
The repairs under warranty may only be carried out by an authorised service centre.
When making a claim under the warranty, the original bill of purchase (with purchase
date clearly indicated) must be submitted.
The warranty will not apply in cases of:
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normal wear and tear
if the steps (as laid out in the section regarding Warnings) have not been observed
e.g. overloading of the appliance, use of non-approved accessories
if the appliance has not been properly maintained, if force has been used against it
or if it has been damaged in any other way
damage caused by non-observance of the user manual or non-compliance with the
installation instructions
errors or faults owing to defects in the distribution system
if the appliance has been repaired or modified or changed in any way or by any
person not properly authorised
WARRANTY
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MC250
MODEL
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
VOLTAGE
750W-900W
POWER
2.5L
LITRE
MC350
MODEL
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
VOLTAGE
750W-900W
POWER
3.5L
LITRE
SPECIFICATION
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