Sage BTM700 User manual

the Tea Maker ™Compact
BTM700/STM700
EN USER GUIDE

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Rating Information
220–240V ~ 50–60Hz 1380W–1600W
A. Jug Lid
B. Scale Filter
C. Tea Basket Lid
D. Tea Basket
E. Handle
F. Jug Post
G. Glass Jug
1000ml water max. 800ml tea max.
H. Immersed Temperature Sensor
I. Tea Scoop
J. Power Base
K. Cord Storage
Concealed under power base.
Components

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Components
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P
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M
N O
L. STRENGTH button
Preset brew times recommended for mild,
medium and strong brews of each tea type.
M. Tea strength indicator
N. SELECT/TEMP button
Select the tea type/brew temperature
recommended for green, white, oolong,
herbal and black teas.
O. Temperature/tea type indicator
P. KEEP WARM button
Keeps brewed tea or heated water warm
for up to 60 minutes.
Q. START/CANCEL button
Starts and stops the heating cycle.

8
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 Tea Maker™ Compact.
2. Remove the jug lid then remove the tea
basket from the magnetic jug post within
the glass jug.Wash the jug lid, tea basket,
basket lid and tea scoop in warm soapy
water with a soft sponge; rise 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 into contact
with these parts.
3. Place the power base on a at,
dry surface.
4. Without the tea basket in place, ll the
glass jug to the WATER MAX marking
(1000ml) and place on the power base.
Securely t the jug lid onto the glass jug.
WARNING
Never ll the glass jug with chilled water.
Allow the Tea Maker™ Compact 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 Tea Maker™ Compact switching
o before the water has boiled or reached the
selected temperature.
5. Unwind the power cord completely
and insert the power plug into
a grounded wall outlet.
6. Use the SELECT/TEMP button to select
BLACK / 100°, then select the START/
CANCEL button.The light will change
from red to white, indicating that the
heating cycle is in progress.
7. Once the water has reached the
selected temperature, the tea maker
will beep once.
8. Discard the water.The Tea Maker™
Compact is now ready for use.
BREWING TEA
1. Fill the glass jug with the desired amount
of water. Ensure that you ll past the MIN
mark and equal to or below the MAX
mark. Note the MAX mark when brewing
tea is 800ml.
2. Place the tea basket on a at, dry surface.
Remove the basket lid by lifting it from
the sides.
3. Use the provided tea scoop to ll the tea
basket with tea leaves. As a general guide,
use 1 scoop of tea per cup / 250ml of
water; however, this will depend on the tea
instructions and your personal preference.
Water to tea scoop ratio
500mL 2 scoops
750mL 3 scoops
4. Replace the basket lid and ensure it is
securely clipped into place.
5. Attach the tea basket to the jug post inside
the glass jug.

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6. Replace the jug lid securely onto the
glass jug, ensuring the lter aligns with
the jug spout.
SELECTING THE TEA TYPE
1. The tea type determines the brew
temperature.The Tea Maker™ Compact
has 5 preset tea types recommend for
optimal brewing of Green, White, Oolong,
Herbal and Black teas.
TEA TYPE Green White Oolong Herbal Black
Preset Brew Temp 80°C 85°C 90°C 95°C 100°C
Strength
(mins)
Mild 23343
Medium 34454
Strong 45565
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.
2. Press the SELECT / TEMP button until the
desired tea/temperature is illuminated.
The desired brew strength determines the
brew times.The correct brew time
depends on the tea type and your
personal preference of strength.The Tea
Maker™ Compact allows you to choose
from mild, medium and strong tea brews.
3. Press the STRENGTH button to select the
desired strength / steeping time. Refer to
the TEA TYPE table above for steeping
times. Selecting the kettle setting will boil
water to the desired temperature but will
not operate the tea basket.
4. Press the START / CANCEL button
to start heating.
5. Once the selected brew temperature is
reached, the tea basket will automatically
lower into the heated water. It will stay in
this position until the brew time has lapsed.
6. At the end of the tea brewing cycle, the tea
basket will automatically rise to the top of
the glass jug to prevent over-brewing.The
tea alert will sound 3 times, to indicate your
tea is ready.
WARNING
The tea basket is hot to touch after the tea
is brewed. Ensure that the tea basket handle
has cooled before handling.
KEEP WARM
If selected prior to heating, keep warm will last
for 60 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 60 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
To boil water, remove the tea basket and ll
the glass jug with water.Replace the jug lid
and place the glass jug on the power base.
Select the desired temperature by pressing
the SELECT / TEMP button then press the
STRENGTH button to select KETTLE.

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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,
remove the tea basket, ll the glass jug
with water up to the MAX mark, bring water
to the boil and allow to cool for one minute.
Add the contents of the Sage Tea Maker
Cleaner (available at Sage web page) and
allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Empty tea maker, rell with fresh water
and bring water to the boil.Repeat this
step again then rinse the inside of the
glass jug 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
Tea Maker™ Compact. Lime and phosphate
are common forms of scale that can damage
your Sage Tea Maker™ Compact. 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 Tea Maker™ Compact,
ensure to descale the glass jug regularly. Use
the Sage 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 Tea Maker™ Compact
to cool completely before disassembling
and cleaning.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass jug, jug
lid, power base, power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come in contact
with these parts.

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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 Tea Maker™ Compact
is switched o, cleaned and completely
dry before storing.
• Ensure that the tea basket is correctly
assembled.
• Ensure that the jug lid is securely in place
on he glass jug.
• Wrap the power cord around the power cord
storage under the power base.
Store the Tea Maker™ Compact upright on the
power base. Do not store anything on top.

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM WHAT TO DO
The Tea Maker™ Compact
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 Tea Maker™ Compact is tted with a thermal
cut out. In the event of severe overheating, the Tea Maker™ Compact
will automatically shut down to prevent further damage
The Tea Maker™ Compact
power base does not
illuminate and functions
cannot be selected.
• Remove the power plug from the wall outlet, then reinsert. Remove
and replace the glass jug from the power base. All buttons should
now illuminate and the Tea Maker™ Compact is ready for use.
The Tea Maker™
Compact 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 Tea Maker™ Compact.
My tea tastes too
weak or too strong • Ensure the correct strength was selected prior to brewing.
• Follow the cleaning instructions in this booklet.
The tea basket is
not moving • The tea basket will not move during the heat up cycle.
• The tea basket will only start moving once the selected temperature
has been reached.The tea basket will remain lowered until the
steeping time has passed.
• Remove the plug from the wall outlet, wait 10 seconds then reinsert the
plug.