Secura F280R User manual

Inst r u c tion M a n u a l
Model: F 280R
S N : 55BC
Secura Coffee Series
AUTOMATIC MILK FROTHER AND HOT
CHOCOLATE MAKER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST
HOW TO USE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS
DISPOSAL
CONTACT
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
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AUTOMATIC MILK FROTHER AND HOT CHOCOLATE MAKER
Before any use of the Secura Milk Frother, it is vital that you read all parts of this manual,
including safety details and product instructions. When you follow the safety instructions, you
will be able to avoid the risk of electric shock, re, or injury to yourself and others. Be sure to
store this manual so that you will be able to reference it in the future.
When using any electrical appliance, be sure to follow precautions to ensure your safety.
Please con rm that the voltage of the electrical outlet corresponds to the required voltage•
of the milk frother and ensure that the outlet is grounded.
WARNING!• Never immerse the power base and the plug in any liquids including water.
Electrical connections should never be exposed to water to avoid the risk of electric shock
or electrical re. Never operate the appliance with wet hands.
Do not use an extension cord with this electrical appliance.•
Be sure to keep the power cord off of the ground to avoid trips and falls.•
Do not damage the cord with sharp edges or heat. In order to avoid damage, do not bend,•
crush or strain the cord.
Before use of the appliance, be sure to unwind the power cord and ensure that the cord•
has no kinks or crimps.
If the power cord or the plug has become damaged, do not operate the appliance and avoid•
touching it.
Contact [email protected] for assistance if the appliance has become•
damaged.
After each use, unplug the appliance and only clean the appliance after unplugging from•
the electrical outlet.
To disconnect the appliance, be sure to turn off the power and then gently pull the plug from•
the electrical outlet. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord itself.
This is not a commercial appliance. It should only be used for household purposes and•
should only be used in indoor conditions.
The purpose of this appliance is for frothing and/or heating plain milk and chocolate milk. It•
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of re, injury or electrical shock
along with extending the life of your electrical
appliances, please read and follow all of the
information in this manual before using and save it
for future reference.
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should not be used for any other purpose.
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mental or physical capacity. At all times, the use of the appliance should be supervised by
someone with full experience and knowledge of using electrical appliances.
Children should not be allowed to play with or near the milk frother. Frothing whisks present•
a choking hazard for babies and small children.
re, electric•
shock or injury.
Improper handling or setup of this appliance could risk personal injury from electric shock•
as well as re. Any damage or injury from improper use of the appliance will void your
warranty.
The appliance should only be used on at, even surfaces.•
Use of this appliance on wood surfaces of any type could result in the damage of that•
surface.
Never operate the appliance without the minimum quantity of milk.•
The power cord is intended for this appliance only and should not be used with any other•
appliance.
Only ll the milk jug to the appropriate ll level. Do not over ll and do not operate without at•
least the minimum level of liquid in the jug.
To avoid injury, do not touch any moving parts within the frother.•
WARNING!• Never leave the appliance on and unattended. When not in use, ensure that
the appliance is switched off and unplugged.
WARNING!
DO NOT submerge power base under water or put in dishwasher.
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FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Always follow basic safety precautions
when using any electrical products,
especially when children are present.
CAUTION: HOT SURFACES - This appliance
generates heatduring use. Proper precautions
must be taken to prevent the risk of burns,
res or other injury to persons or damage to
property.
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PARTS LIST
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Lid
Frothing whisk x2 (the other one
stored underneath the power base)
Level marks (inside jug)
Milk jug
Power base
Selector switch
Power cord
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HOW TO USE
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AUTOMATIC MILK FROTHER AND HOT CHOCOLATE MAKER
Step 1. Open the lid of the appliance.
Step 2. Insert the frothing whisk onto the axle in the bottom of the milk jug.
Step 3. Add milk into the milk jug. Level marks are inside the jug. MIN: 150ml; middle MAX:
250ml; upper MAX: 500ml. Add 150-500ml milk for heating plain milk without frothing.
Add 150-250ml milk for frothing plain milk, regardless of whether it is hot or cold. Do
not add more milk over the prescribed MAX line.
Step 4. If you want to make chocolate milk, add chocolate/cocoa powder into the milk. Add
250ml milk and 50g chocolate/cocoa powder for heating chocolate milk.
Step 5. Place the lid on top of the milk jug.
Step 6. Put the milk jug onto the power base and plug the appliance into the electrical outlet.
Step 7. Press the selector switch to select function. The indicator light will illuminate red
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orange (pressing twice), purple (pressing three times), blue (pressing
four times) and flash about 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, the indicator light will stop
flashing and the appliance will begin to operate. The indicator light and the appliance
will turn off automatically when the milk is ready.
(pressing once),

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1) Heating and frothing plain milk
Add 150-250ml milk, as indicated between MIN line and middle MAX line. Do not add more
milk over the middle MAX
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Press the selector switch once. Indicator light red.•
2) Heating plain milk without frothing
Add 150-500ml milk, as indicated between MIN line and upper MAX line.•
Press the selector switch twice. Indicator light orange.•
3) Heating chocolate milk
Add 250ml milk and 50g chocolate/cocoa powder for heating chocolate milk, with a small•
amount of froth. Be sure to add milk first to prevent the chocolate / cocoa powder from sticking
to the jug.
If you prefer, after adding chocolate / cocoa powder to milk in the jug, you can add more milk•
up to the upper MAX line 500ml.
The ratio of chocolate/cocoa to milk should be 1:4 or 1:5. This means when you add 50 g
chocolate, you should add 200 to 250 ml milk.
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Press the selector switch three times. Indicator light purple.•
Note:
Milk with fat content below 3.2% can only be heated without frothing.•
If the frothing whisk becomes stuck by the chocolate powder during operation, it will resume •
normal operation automatically in 2 seconds.
4) Frothing plain milk without heating
Add 150-250ml milk, as indicated between MIN line and middle MAX line. Do not add more•
milk over the middle MAX line, since milk will expand during frothing.
Press the selector switch four times. Indicator light blue.•

OVERHEATING AND SAFETY SHUT-OFF
If there is no liquid in the jug, or no jug on the power base, a safety shut-off will automatically
disconnect the power supply should the heating plate overheat. This safety mechanism can
protect the milk frother from being damaged by overheating.
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AUTOMATIC MILK FROTHER AND HOT CHOCOLATE MAKER
Always remove the jug from the power base before you begin to clean it. Do not immerse
the power base in water or in a dishwasher. Allow the appliance to cool thoroughly before
cleaning, putting in or taking off parts.
Lid:• The lid is dishwasher safe. Wash it with warm soapy water or in the top rack of the
dishwasher.
Milk jug:• Rinse and clean the jug with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive cloth or place
it in the top rack of the dishwasher. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Power base:• Use a soft and damp cloth or non-abrasive sponge to wipe it clean. Dry with
a clean cloth. NEVER immerse it into liquid or clean in the dishwasher.
Frothing whisks:•
Be sure to dry thoroughly before storage.
NOTE: Never use any sharp or hard cleaning agents to clean the heating plate for it may
cause scratching.
Remove the frothing whisk from the jug and wash it with running water.•
Pour enough water into the jug and use a soft cloth or brush to clean it.•
DO NOT ush the power base directly with water or any other liquid.•
DO NOT immerse the power base into the water or any other liquid.•
Please store the frothing whisk in the base when not in use.•
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Remove the frothing whisk from the jug and wash it in warm soapy water.

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If after reviewing the troubleshooting guide, the problem is not resolved, do not attempt to
repair or disassemble the unit yourself. Please contact us at CustomerCare@thesecura.
com for assistance.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
The indicator
light does not
illuminate and
the unit does
not operate
The selector switch has not been
pressed. Press the selector switch to turn on the unit.
The power cord is damaged. Contact [email protected]
The appliance is not plugged into a
working outlet.
Plug the appliance into a working electrical
outlet.
Not frothing
The frothing whisk is not inserted
correctly.
Insert the frothing whisk correctly. Try with
another frothing whisk to see if it works.
Milk is warm or too hot to foam. Use cold, fresh (or freshly opened) milk. Try a
different milk.
Re-froth already heated or frothed
milk. Do not repeat frothing milk.
Small amount
of foam
Milk is not fresh, or its fat content is
below 3.2%.
Use fresh milk with fat content greater than
3.2%. Experiment with different milk to
achieve the desired result.
More than 250ml milk in the milk jug. Do not froth more than 250ml milk each time.
Milk is not
heating
The milk jug is not correctly positioned
onto the power base.
Ensure the milk jug is correctly positioned
onto the power base and proper function is
used.
Frothing
whisk is not
moving or is
dislodged
Frothing whisk is not placed correctly. Stop operation. Remove liquid from milk
jug. Insert the frothing whisk in place.
Take out the frothing whisk during
working.
Place the frothing whisk inside the milk jug
before turning on the milk frother.
Cocoa powder has been added too
quickly.
Add cocoa powder slowly and in small
quantities.
Grinding
noise
Frothing whisk is not placed correctly. Insert the frothing whisk in place.
Take out the frothing whisk during
working.
Place the frothing whisk inside the milk jug
before turning on the milk frother.
The milk jug has been removed from
the power base during operation.
Do not remove the milk jug from the power
base during operation.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model F280R
Power Source 120V~60Hz
Output 600 W
Capacity 5-17oz / 150-500 ml
Cord Length 29.5 in
Dimensions 6.6" x 5" x 7.4"
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If you have any questions or concerns not addressed in this user manual, please call our
customer service department at 888-792-2360 (North America) or email: CustomerCare@
thesecura.com.
Please read operating instructions before using this product.
Please keep the original box and packaging materials in the event that service is required.
CONTACT
DISPOSAL
When this appliance has reached the end of its life, please dispose of the unit
properly. This and other electrical appliances contain valuable materials that can
be recycled. Electronic waste may be harmful to our environment if not disposed
of properly. We ask that you follow your governing agency's rules and regulations
when disposing of electronic appliances. Please nd an authorized recycling facility
near you.
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Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
Secura, Inc.
[email protected]
Lake Forest, California
The Manufacturer of this product warrants to the original purchaser of this product
that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use and service for 2 years from date of purchase. Manufacturer will, at its option,
repair or replace with a new or refurbished product. Providing a replacement product
does not renew or extend the warranty period from the original date of purchase.
The Manufacturer reserves the right, before having any obligation under this limited
warranty, to inspect the product, and all costs of shipping the product for inspection
and warranty service shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
For the fastest processing of a warranty claim, the Purchaser should e-mail
[email protected] and include the product name and model #, proof of
original purchase, complete contact information, and detailed information about the
issue, including pictures when applicable.
The manufacturer’s limited warranty is valid only in accordance with the following
conditions:
1. The product is purchased directly from manufacturer or an authorized reseller
or distributor.
2. Only the original purchaser is covered by this warranty. This warranty is not
transferable.
3. Product is for personal use only. This warranty is void if the product is used in
a commercial or institutional establishment.
4. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, or damage caused by
misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, acts of nature, or unauthorized
r.
5. Purchaser must present acceptable proof of purchase for the product.
6.
rights which vary from state to state.
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