Sage Smart tea infuser User manual

the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™

BTM600/STM600

EN USER GUIDE

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

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.

• 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.

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

Components

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*

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

CLEANING THE OUTER LID

• Wash the outer lid in warm soapy water with

a soft sponge, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Alternatively, the outer lid is dishwasher safe.

• Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to using.

CLEANING THE BASKET

• Wash the basket lid and tea basket in warm,

soapy water with a soft sponge, then rinse

and dry thoroughly.

• A non-abrasive liquid cleanser or mild spray

solution may be used to avoid build-up of

stains on the basket.Apply the cleaner to the

sponge, not directly onto the basket surface,

before cleaning.

• Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before using.

CLEANING THE POWER BASE

• Wipe the power base with

a soft-damp sponge.

• Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to

inserting the power plug into the wall outlet.

STORAGE

• Ensure the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™

is switched o, cleaned and dried before

storing.

• Ensure that the tea basket is correctly

assembled.

• Ensure that the jug lid is securely in place

on the glass jug.

• Wrap the power cord around the power cord

storage under the power base.

• Store the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™upright

on the power base. Do not store anything

on top.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM WHAT TO DO

The Sage Smart

Tea Infuser™does

not switch on

• Check the power plug is securely inserted into the outlet.

• Insert the power plug into an independent outlet.

• Insert the power plug into a dierent outlet.

• Reset the circuit breaker if necessary.

• For additional safety the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™ is tted with a thermal

cut out. In the event of severe overheating, the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™

will automatically shut down to prevent further damage.

The Sage Smart Tea

Infuser™does not work

• Check the glass jug is securely positioned on the power base.

I cannot select a

certain function

• Certain features cannot be selected or changed during the heating

or brewing cycle. LED lights surrounding the buttons will indicate the

availability of the functions.

After boiling

water, bubbles

appear around the

temperature sensor

• This is normal for the functionality of the Sage Smart Tea Infuser™.

My tea tastes too

weak or too strong

• Perform a cleaning cycle as per instruction in the booklet.

• Follow the cleaning instructions in this booklet.

2 YEAR LIMITED GUARANTEE

Sage Appliances guarantees this product

for domestic use in specied territories for

2 years from the date of purchase against

defects caused by faulty workmanship and

materials. During this guarantee period Sage

Appliances will repair, replace, or refund any

defective product (at the sole discretion of

Sage Appliances).

All legal warranty rights under applicable

national legislation will be respected and will

not be impaired by our guarantee. For full

terms and conditions on the guarantee, as

well as instructions on how to make a claim,

please visit www.sageappliances.com.

Guarantee

Note

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