Taiji HOTCABI HC-8 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TAIJI “HOTCABI”
Model HC-8
1(2101D)
Product Specifications and Circuit Diagram
HC-8
Single-phase 110V-120V 50-60Hz, 220V-240V 50-60Hz
120-140W
Thermal fuse
L: 60–70oC, H: 70–80oC (when ambient temperature is 25oC)
8 liters
W300mm x D340mm x H261mm
W227mm x D233mm x H152mm
4.5 kg
Basket, drain tray
* The specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.
Thank you very much for purchasing
our “HOTCABI.”
To use the product correctly and
safely, please carefully read and fully
understand the contents of this
Instruction Manual prior to use.
Model
Rated voltage
Power consumption
Safety device
Cabinet temperature
Cabinet dimensions
Inner box dimensions
Cabinet capacity
Weight
Accessories
CAUTION: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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AC110–120V
Power
pilot
lamp
Power switch
Circuit Diagram
For after sales service, call the store where you have purchased your towel warmer, or nearest
TAIJI sales representative or TAIJI & CO., LTD. in Japan.
If the supply cord is damage, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
TAIJI & CO., LTD.
8-2, Okawa-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 210-0858 Japan
TEL:[phone],FAX:[phone]
E-mail:[e-mail]
URL:http://www.taiji.co.jp/
After-Purchase Servicing
Thermostat
(“H”setting)
Thermal fuse
Temperature
selector switch
Heater 140W
Thermostat
(“L”setting)
AC220–240V
Power
pilot
lamp
Power switch(front)
Power switch Relay
Thermostat
(“H”setting)
Thermal fuse
Temperature
selector switch
Heater 140W
Thermostat
(“L”setting)
L
GND
N

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■ Please peruse these “Safety Precautions” carefully so that you can use your “HOTCABI” in
the proper way.
■ Please keep these “Safety Precautions” handy for future reference after being read.
■ Precautionary measures referred to herein are matters which should be abided by for safe
use and to prevent harm and/or damage being inflicted on yourself or others. Furthermore,
the particulars of the precautionary measures have been classified into “Warning” and
“Caution” to express the degree or extent of conceivable harm and damage which can be
assumed to occur from mishandling. They are both of importance as far as safety is
concerned and should be strictly abided by.
What is assumed to possibly result in death or serious injury.
What is assumed to possibly result only in bodily injury or physical damage.
mark denotes that “Warning and caution is urged.”
(The one on the left indicates beware of electrical shock.)
mark with a diagonal line means “Forbidden.”
(The one on the left indicates disassembling forbidden.)
indicates “Instructions” which should be followed by all means.
(The one on the left indicates grounding is a requirement.)
■ What precautionary measures should be abided by are expressed by certain marks and
explained as follows:
(2) Absolutely should not be disassembled, repaired, or modified
by anyone other than a repair technician. Could result in
ignition or abnormal performance.
Disassem-
bling
forbidden
Grounding
connection
(3) Ensure grounding is connected.
- If the power outlet does not have an earth terminal, have
one installed by an electrician or the distributor. Imperfect
grounding could lead to electric shock.
- Do not connect to gas line or water pipe.
WARNING
Dousing
with water
forbidden
(4) Do not immerse in or douse with water. Such could result in
electric shock or short-circuit.
(1) To be set upon a stable and flat location and not to be moved
while plug is connected to power source. Could result in
abnormal performance.
Attention
required
for setting
Inspect
and clean
(5) Periodically confirm that the plug contacts are kept clean and
that they are firmly inserted in the power outlet.
Dust accumulation or imperfect contact could be the cause of
an electric shock or fire.
Safety Precautions
WARNING
CAUTION

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(10) Do not touch or manipulate electrical parts such as the plug,
power source switch, etc. with wet hands. It could be the
cause of an electric shock.
Wet hands
forbidden
(1) Hold the plug and not the cord when removing the plug from
the electric outlet. Not doing so could result in an electric
shock or ignition.
Hold plug
to remove
→
Forbidden
(6) Handle the power cord with care.
In case the power cord is processed, pulled, bundled, or a
heavy item is placed upon or squeezes it, the cord is apt to
be damaged and could cause an electric shock or fire.
The power cord should not come into contact with a heat source.
Outdoors
forbidden
(11) Do not use outdoors. Using “HOTCABI” where there is
rainfall could cause electric leakage and/or electric shock.
Discarding
forbidden
(12) Discarding of “HOTCABI” should be requested of
specialized contractor, public agency, or the distributor from
where the product was purchased. (A disposal fee is usually
charged.) Discarding it at random could result in third party
remodeling, using it for purposes other than as designed,
which could result in an unexpected accident.
Many loads on
one electrical
outlet forbidden
(7) Ensure power source is from dedicated outlet of at least 15A.
Using branch sockets could be the cause of abnormal heat,
fire, etc.
Forbidden
(8) Do not intentionally bend plug contacts to prevent the plug
from dropping out of the electric outlet. Imperfect contact
could be the cause of fire.
Forbidden (13) Do not have children alone use “HOTCABI” and take care to
place it out of reach of infants. They could suffer from an
electric shock or other injuries.
(9) In the event of abnormal odor or sound, emission of smoke,
or in case water or a foreign substance should enter the
cabinet, switch off the unit immediately and remove the plug
from the electric outlet. Such could possibly lead to an electric
shock and outbreak of fire.
Removing
plug
→
(2) Do not drop “HOTCABI” or inflict severe shock to it. It could
result in failure or fire.
Caution
WARNING
CAUTION
(14) This appliance can be used by children aged from 16 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 without supervision.
Attention
required
for using

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In case the plastic part of “HOTCABI” is touched with oily hands or the unit is placed
where oil is used in large quantities, make it a rule to wipe plastic parts daily with a
soft cloth soaked in neutral detergent solution diluted with hot water and dry off with
a soft cloth. Plastic parts could at times become deformed or crack under the influence
of oils, etc.
(4) Remove the plug from the electric outlet as soon as thunder is
heard. In the event of a nearby lightening strike, abnormal
current/abnormal voltage could infiltrate through the power
source line, etc. and possibly damage the product.
Eliminating
moisture
(5) Switch off and remove the plug from electric outlet when not
in use. If you do not, it could be the cause of an electric shock,
electric leakage fire, etc.
When not
in use
→
Removing
plug
→
(6) Do not use when the power cord or plug is damaged or when
the electric outlet is loose. Using under such conditions could
cause an electric shock, short-circuit, ignition, etc.
Forbidden
(8) Do not place heavy items on “HOTCABI” or place one’s
weight on it with its door open. Such could be the cause of
damage or toppling.
Forbidden
Caution!
High
temperatures
(9) To avoid burns, do not touch the surface of the inner cabinet
when the unit is heated. Use caution when taking out or
placing towels in the inner box when it is switched on.
(14)
Wipe off moisture within the inner box as well as the body after
use and remove any foreign substances. Leaving moisture or
any substances inside will cause the discoloration and bad odor
of towels. It will also lead to malfunctioning when used thereafter.
(15) Empty drain tray frequently. Accumulation of water could
lead to overflowing and cause bad odor.
(13) Do not leave the same towel within the inner box for more
than one day. It could be the cause of discoloration and bad odor.
(10) Use towels which come in polyethylene wrapper. Towels
sometimes get dry or discolor if not polyethylene pouched.
When using towels from home (as opposed to those provided
by special suppliers), wring them out rather tightly (to some
two and a half times the dry weight), place them in a
polyethylene wrapper and seal the wrapped towels for use.
However, despite being wrapped, towels left inside the inner
box for longer periods may become towels dry or discolor.
Use
individually
wrapped
towels
(7) Do not place heavy items or water containers on top of
“HOTCABI.” Such could cause damage, injury, short-circuit,
electric shock, corrosion, failure, etc.
Forbidden
Forbidden
CAUTION
Use heat
resisting
polyethylene
wrapper
(11) Use heat resisting (at least 120oC) polyethylene wrapper.
When polyethylene or vinyl wrappers with a low heat
resisting property are used, they may at times melt making
towels useless, dry or cause discoloration.
Use basket
(12) Always place towels on the basket and then store in
“HOTCABI.” If not, wrapper could melt and make towels
useless or cause discoloration.
(3) Discard immediately the polyethylene bag the “HOTCABI”
was packed inside. Keep it out of children’s reach to prevent
incidents of suffocation.
Caution

Purpose of Use
This product is an electric towel warmer for exclusive use indoors and is fabricated to
warm wet towels.
This product is equipped with a heating element to keep towels within the cabinet
warm. By thermostat, the temperature within the cabinet will be maintained at
60oC–70oC and at 70oC–80oC when set at L (low) and H (high), respectively.
(The above indicates the temperature at the center of the inner cabinet when room
temperature is 25oC.)
Operational Mechanism
Designation of Parts
Gasket
Insert gasket fully in the direction
indicated in case it becomes
detached
Power cord
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Plug
Rear panel
Temperature
selector switch
Power switch
(AC220-240V)
Door back
Power switch
Handle
Inner box
Gasket
Power pilot lamp
Body
Door
Drain tray
Basket

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Checking Prior to Use and Setting
1. Remove “HOTCABI” from packing carton and make sure that Instruction Manual
and Accessories are included.
2. Set “HOTCABI” as follows:
●At a place where it is flat and stable.
●At a place where it is not affected by heat. Avoid places where there is direct
sunlight, and do not place near stoves, ranges, etc. (Keep “HOTCABI” away
from such units by at least 50cm.)
●Keep “HOTCABI” away from moist places or where it is susceptible to being
splashed with water.
●Leave a space between “HOTCABI” and whatever may be placed next to it
and make sure there is space all around the unit to allow ventilation.
3. Grounding
Ensure correct grounding is secured to protect against electric shock. Consult with
your dealer for details.
4. Affixing drain tray
Hold both sides of drain tray horizontally and push in
until firmly inserted.
When water accumulates in the tray,
remove and empty carefully.
Reinsert drain tray after being emptied.

Sequence of Usage
Pre-use Instructions
1. In case the inner box is moist or there are foreign substances on its surface, wipe
clean with a dry towel, etc.
*Any remaining moisture, etc. could cause failure or malfunction.
2. Insert basket in the inner box and place wet rolled towels on the basket.
*In the event the amount of towels put into the box is low, place them on the
basket as flat and as far apart as possible.
* The interior of the cabinet becomes heated from the wall surface.
Place towels inside the cabinet so that they do not come into contact with such
surfaces.
*When warm towels are needed in a hurry, please use towels that have been rolled
after having been immersed in warm water.
*Put towels in heat resisting polyethylene wrap. If used without such wrapper,
towels are apt to drying up quickly or becoming discolored.
3. Set the temperature selector switch located on rear panel of “HOTCABI.”
*Use at “L” setting in case towels get too hot, dry up or are discolored at “H” setting.
4. Close the door tightly and switch on. Power pilot lamp is lit and warming
commences.
*Empty drain tray frequently should water accumulate.
*“HOTCABI” may at times emit a faint popping or clicking sound.
This sound comes from the thermostat function and is not the sign of failure of
any sort.
Post-use Instructions
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1. Switch off and remove plug from electric outlet.
2. Take out remaining towels and wipe inner box clean to remove residual moisture.
3. Empty water accumulated in the drain tray. Wash clean when considerably stained.
4. Stains on the main body should be wiped clean with a dry cloth or a tightly wrung wet cloth.
* Use a neutral detergent when stains are severe. Do not use cleansers containing
abrasives or solvents such as paint solvents.
* The appliance shall not be cleaned with a water jet.
5. Leave the door of the cabinet open for a while for moisture to dry as a means to prevent
odors.
H L
“H” (high temperature)
setting:
Inner box temperature will be
maintained at 70–80
o
C.
Quickly warms towels at a
comparatively higher
temperature.
“L” (low temperature)
setting:
Inner box temperature will
be maintained at 60–70
o
C.
Gently warms towels at a
temperature lower than
“H” setting.