Sage Smart Tea Infuser User manual

the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™
BTM600/STM600
EN USER GUIDE

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SAGE®
RECOMMENDS
SAFETY FIRST
At Sage®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.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• A downloadable version of this
document is also available at
sageappliances.com
• Before using for the rst
time please ensure that your
electricity supply is the same as
shown on the rating label on the
underside of the appliance.If
you have any concerns please
contact your local electricity
company.
• Remove and safely discard
any packaging materials before
rst use.
• To eliminate a choking hazard
for young children, safely discard
the protective cover tted to the
power plug.
• This appliance has been
designed specically 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 foodstus.
• Position the appliance on a
stable, heat resistant, level, dry
surface away from the edge and
do not operate on or near a heat
2Important Safeguards
6Components
8Functions
10 Care & Cleaning
12 Troubleshooting
13 Guarantee
Contents

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source such as a hot plate, oven
or gas hob.
• Do not place the appliance on
or near a hot gas burner, electric
element or where it could touch
a heated oven.
• Position the appliance at least
20cm from walls or heat/steam
sensitive materials and provide
adequate space above and on
all sides for air circulation.
• Do not operate the kettle on sink
drain board.
• Always ensure the appliance
is properly assembled before
connecting to a power outlet and
operating.Follow the instructions
provided in this book.
• The installation of a residual
current safety switch is
recommended to provide
additional safety when using
all electrical appliances.Safety
switches with a rated operating
current not more than 30mA
are recommended. Consult
an electrician for professional
advice.
• 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 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 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 ll the
glass jug past the ‘MAX’ line
marking.
• Do not operate the appliance
without water. Always ll the
glass jug to at least the ‘MIN’
marking. Should it be operated
without water, the boil-dry
protection will shut the power
o automatically. Allow the
appliance to cool before relling.
WARNING
• 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.

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• The use of accessory
attachments not recommended
by Sage® may result in re,
electric shock or injury to
persons.
• Always ensure the appliance
is turned OFF, unplugged at
the power outlet and has been
allowed to cool before cleaning,
attempting to move or storing.
• When the appliance is not in use
or when left unattended,
disconnect the power cord from
the wall outlet.
• Allow the appliance to cool down
in between brewing cycles.
• Keep the glass jug clean. Follow
the cleaning instruction provided
in this book.
• Do not use harsh abrasives or
caustic cleaners when cleaning
this appliance.
• Children should not play with the
appliance.
• The glass jug has been specially
treated to make it stronger,
more durable and safer than
ordinary glass, however it is not
unbreakable. If dropped or struck
extremely hard, it may break or
weaken, and could at a later time
shatter into many small pieces
without apparent cause.
• Any maintenance other than
cleaning should be performed
by an authorised Sage®service
centre.
• The appliance can be used by
children aged 8 or older and
persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities
or a lack of experience and
knowledge, only if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the
appliance.
• Always turn the appliance to the
OFF position, switch o at the
power outlet and unplug at the
power outlet when the appliance
is not in use.
WARNING
• Do not wash jug exterior under
running water.

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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS FOR
ALL ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES
• Fully unwind the power cord
before operating.
• This appliance is for household
use only. Do not use the
appliance for anything other than
its intended use.Do not use in
moving vehicles or boats.Do not
use outdoors.Misuse may cause
injury.
• Do not let the power cord hang
over the edge of a bench or
table, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted.
• Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by
or near children.
• Cleaning of the appliance
should not be carried out
by children unless they are
8 years or older and supervised.
• The appliance and its cord
should be kept out of reach
of children aged 8 years and
younger.
• Do not use the appliance if the
power cord, power plug, or
appliance becomes damaged
in any way. If damaged and
maintenance other than cleaning
is required please contact Sage
Customer Service or go to
sageappliances.com
WARNING
• Do not operate the appliance
on an inclined surface.
• Do not move the appliance while
it is switched on.
The symbol shown
indicates that this appliance
should not be disposed
of in normal household
waste. It should be taken to a local
authority waste collection centre
designated for this purpose or
to a dealer providing this service.
For more information, please
contact your local council oce.
To protect against electric
shock, do not immerse the
glass jug base, power base, power
cord or power plug in water or
allow moisture to come in contact
with these parts. Avoid spilling
water onto the power base’s
connector.Do not immerse the
glass jug or the power base for
cleaning.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Components
A
D
E
F
G
I
H
B
A. Inner Lid
B. Stainless Steel Tea Basket
C. Outer Lid
D. Spout
E. Glass Body
F. Immersed Temperature Sensor
G. Handle
H. Power Base
I. Cord Storage
BPA Free Materials*
C
Rating Information
220–240V ~ 50–60Hz 1700–2000W
* Sage makes its BPA free claim for this product based on independent laboratory testing performed for all the food contact plastic
materials of the product per EU Commission regulation No 10/2011.

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O
N
J
K
LM
J. STEEP TIME button
K. TEMP/KEEP WARM Button
L. Steep time indicator
M. Temperature / tea type indicator
N. START/CANCEL button
O. START TIMER button

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Functions
BEFORE FIRST 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 Sage Smart Tea Infuser™.
2. Lift the inner lid along with attached tea
basket.Then remove the outer lid.
3. Wash the outer lid, tea basket, and
inner lid in warm soapy water with a soft
sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass jug,
the power base, power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come in contact
with these parts.
4. Place the power base on a at, dry surface.
5. Unwind the power cord completely and
insert the power plug into a grounded
wall outlet.
WARNING
Never ll the glass jug with chilled water.
Allow the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™to cool
before relling.
WARNING
Filling past the MAX line may result in serious
burns or injuries as a result of overowing hot
or boiling water. Filling below the MIN line will
result in the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™
switching o before the water has boiled
or reached the selected temperature.
6. Detach the tea basket from the inner
lid by pressing the button.
7. Without the tea basket in place, ll the
glass jug to the water MAX mark and
place on the power base. Securely t the
lid onto the glass jug.The Sage Smart
Tea Infuser™will beep and the buttons
will illuminate.
8. Select ‘100°C’ in the temperature
indicator by pressing TEMP/KEEP
WARM button and turn o the timer by
pressing STEEP TIME button several
times.Then press START/CANCEL
button to start.
9. Once the water reaches 100°C, it will
beep 3 times.
10. Discard the water.The Sage Smart Tea
Infuser™is now ready to use.
BREWING TEA
1. Fill the glass jug with desired amount of
water. Ensure you do not ll past the MAX
mark. Place the outer lid, tea basket, and
inner lid.
2. Select the tea type by pressing the
TEMP/ KEEP WARM button.The tea
type determines brew temperature and
steep time, based on medium strength.
Press STEEP TIME to engage to steeping
function.The Sage Smart Tea Infuser™
has 5 preset tea types recommended for
optimal brewing of Green, White, Oolong,
Herbal, or Black tea.

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TEA TYPE Green White Oolong Herbal Black
Preset Brew Temp 80°C 85°C 90°C 95°C 100°C
Steep
Time*
(mins)
Mild 22231
Medium* 33342
Strong 44453
*Preset steep time is based on medium
strength, but you can adjust depending
on your taste.
NOTE
This product is not calibrated for commercial
or scientic use. Temperatures may vary
+/- 3°C, which is within range for optimal
brewing for each tea variety.
3. Start heating by pressing START/CANCEL
button.The Sage Smart Tea Infuser™will
start heating.
4. Once the selected brew temperature is
reached it will beep 3 times.Open the tea
basket lid by pressing the detachment
button and use a tea spoon
(approximately 5g) to ll the basket
with tea leaves. As a general guide, use
1 teaspoon of tea leaves per cup / 250ml
of water, however this will depend on the
instructions on tea packaging and your
personal preference. Re-place the tea
basket lid.
Water to tea scoop ratio
500mL 2 teaspoons
750mL 3 teaspoons
1000mL 4 teaspoons
1250mL 5 teaspoons
1500mL 6 teaspoons
1700mL 7 teaspoons
5. Start steeping by pressing the
START TIMER button.The timer is set
based on medium strength by default,
but you can change this by pressing
STEEP TIME button.
NOTE
Temperature and time can be changed during
heating or steeping cycle.
6. Once brewing cycle is complete, the Sage
Smart Tea Infuser™will beep 3 times. Lift
the inner lid along with tea basket, and
detach the tea basket.Then close the lid.
Your tea is ready now.The Sage Smart
Tea Infuser™will keep the tea warm until
you are ready to drink.
KEEP WARM
If selected prior to heating, Keep Warm will
last for 30 minutes after tea is brewed.When
the glass jug is removed from the power base,
the Keep Warm function will cancel.
To reactivate for another 30 minutes place the
glass jug with the remaining tea back on the
power base and press KEEP WARM, the light
will illuminate when this is selected.
BOILING WATER
Remove the tea basket and ll the glass jug
with water. Close the jug with the lid. Select
the desired temperature by pressing TEMP/
KEEP WARM button, and then turn o time
indicator by pressing STEEP TIME button.
Press START/CANCEL button to start.When
nished, it will beep 3 times.
CHANGING BEEP VOLUME
Press and hold STEEP TIME button and
TEMP/KEEP WARM button together for
2 seconds to enter volume adjustment mode.
Press STEEP TIME button to choose among
OFF (mute), 3 (default), and 5 (louder).
To save and exit, press the two buttons
together or wait for 7 seconds.

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Care & Cleaning
CLEANING THE GLASS JUG
• After each use, empty the glass jug.
Do not allow brewed tea to stand overnight.
Allow the glass jug to fully cool before
cleaning.
• Wipe the interior of the glass jug with a soft
damp sponge or rinse with warm water.
• Wipe the exterior of the glass jug with a soft
damp cloth to clean.
WARNING
Never immerse or wash exterior of 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.
• To remove the build-up of tannin, the
astringent chemical constituent of tea, ll
the glass jug with water up to the MAX mark
and bring water to boil and allow water to
cool for one minute. Add contents of Tea
Maker Cleaner (available at Sage web
page) and allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Empty Sage Smart Tea Infuser™, rell with
fresh water and boil. Repeat this step again.
Empty the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™and
rinse thoroughly.
• Dry thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth
before using.
NOTE
Through regular use over time, scale build-up
can aect the performance and the life of the
Sage Smart Tea Infuser™. Lime and
phosphate are common forms of scale that
can damage your Sage Smart Tea Infuser™.
Lime scale, a harmless mineral, comes in the
appearance of white-coloured 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 Sage Smart Tea
Infuser™, ensure to descale the glass jug
regularly. Use Descaler (available at Sage
web page) and follow the instructions.
WARNING
Causes skin irritation.Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.Wear protective
gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
protection.
NOTE
Allow all parts of the Sage Smart Tea
Infuser™to cool completely before
disassembling and cleaning.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass jug,
power base, power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come in contact
with these parts.