Taiji HS-03 User manual

Table of Contents
HS-03
Thank you very much
for purchasing the TAIJI Sake Warmer.
Please carefully read and
fully understand this instruction manual
before using the product for safe
and proper operation.
This manual mainly describes the functions of the product, part names,
operation, safety precautions, specifications, and after-sale service.
If you do not follow the safety precautions described in this manual,
accidents causing injury or death may occur. Also, do not use the
product in a manner other than instructed in this manual. Please use
with caution.
TAIJI Sake Warmer
Operating Instructions
TAIJI & CO., LTD.
Sales and Marketing, International Sales Division:
8-2 Okawa-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi 210-0858, Japan [phone]
Email: [email protected] website: http://www.taiji.co.jp/e
■ Precautions for Safety Use.....1-3
■ Application..............................3
■ How it Works ..........................3
■ About the Heater ....................3
■ Names of Parts.......................4
■
Check and Preparations before Use ...4
■ Operation................................5
■ After Use ................................7
■ After-sale Service ...................8
■ Circuit Diagram.......................8
■ Specifications .........................8

(1) Install the product on a flat and steady surface.
Otherwise it may fall.
(2) Never disassemble, tamper or attempt to repair the product.
Doing so may cause malfunction. Disassembly, repair or modification
must be performed only by a qualified service personnel.
(3) Be sure to connect the ground.
- If the outlet is not equipped with a grounding terminal,
have it installed by your dealer or an electronics store.
If grounding is not secure, electric shock may occur.
- Do not connect the grounding line to a gas or water pipe.
(4) Do not allow water onto the product or immerse it in water.
Doing so can cause a short-circuit or electric shock.
Precautions for Safety Use
■ Please read these "Precautions for Safety Use" carefully to use the product properly.
■The precautions listed here are for using this product safely and properly,
and preventing damage or injury to yourself or other people. The precautions are classified
into "Warning" and "Caution" according to the degree of damage or injury that can be caused
in cases where you do not follow the relevant precaution item.
All of them are important. Be sure to follow them.
■After reading these precautions, keep this manual in a place you can always access.
The following symbols indicate the type of action to be taken.
The ▲ symbol indicates warning or caution.
The graphic in the triangle indicates a specific risk
(the example on the left indicates a risk of electric shock).
The
O
\ symbol with a diagonal line indicates a prohibited action.
The graphic in or near the circle indicates the specific content
(the example on the left indicates prohibition of disassembly).
The ●symbol indicates instructions that should be followed by all means.
The graphic in the circle indicates the specific content
(the example on the left shows how to connect the ground).
Warning
If the user does not follow instructions (1) through (11) below and uses the product
improperly, there is a possibility of serious injury or even death to the user.
Warning for
installation
Disassembly
prohibited
Connect the
ground
Do not allow
water onto
the product
Symbols
This symbol indicates that serious injury or death may occur.
This symbol indicates injury or damage to property may occur.
Warning
Caution

(1) When removing the power plug, always hold the plug itself and not
the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it, causing electric shock or
short-circuit, resulting in ignition.
(2) Do not touch or operate the power plug, power switch, or other
electrical parts with wet hands.
Doing so can cause electric shock.
(3) Be careful not to drop or apply strong force to the product.
Doing so can cause failure or fire.
(4) Discard the plastic bag used for packaging the product immediately
after unpacking.
Do not leave it within the reach of a child, to avoid suffocation.
(5) Do not heat an empty tub.
Doing so can cause a deformation of the product resulting in a failure.
(5) Periodically check that there is no dust on the power plug blade
or the blade-mounted surface. Fully insert the blade into the outlet,
eliminating any loosening. If dust is attached or the connection
is not secure, electric shock or fire may result.
(6) Avoid damaging the power cord.
Do not place any object on the cord. Do not pull, bundle, or tamper
with the cord. Doing so can damage the power cord, causing an
electric shock or fire.
Keep the power cord away from any heat sources.
(7) Do not use the product outdoors. If the product is exposed to rain,
electrical leakage or shock may occur.
(8) Contact a disposal service provider, municipal government office
or your dealer for proper disposal of the product
(some may be a pay service).
(9) Connect the power cord to dedicated wall outlet.
Do not use a multiple-connector.
Otherwise, abnormal heating or fire can be caused.
(10) Do not bend the power plug blade intentionally to prevent
the blade from coming off.
Doing so can cause a loose connection, resulting in a fire.
(11) Do not allow a child to use the product alone.
Keep children away from the product.
Otherwise, electric shock or injury may occur.
Check and
clean
Prohibition
Outdoor use
prohibited
Do not leave
product
derelict
Do not use
multiple-
connector
Prohibition
Prohibition
Hold the
plug
Wet hands
prohibited
Caution
Caution
Heating an
empty tub is
prohibited
Caution
If the user does not follow instructions (1) through (11) below and uses the product
improperly, there is a possibility of injury to the user or damage to property.

(6) The product and water inside remain hot during use and for a while
after use. During that time, do not touch the product or the water with
your hand. Otherwise, a burn may result.
(7) When you are not using the product for one day or longer, turn the
power switch to "OFF" and remove the power plug from the outlet.
(8) If any unusual smells should be noticed during use of the product,
immediately turn the power switch to "OFF", remove the power plug from
the outlet, and contact our service department without doing anything
.
(9) In case of lightning, the product may be damaged owing to abnormal
current or voltage generated by a direct lightning stroke or induced
lightning and applied via power wires. If thunder begins to sound,
remove the power plug from the outlet.
(10) Do not heat anything other than water. Doing so can cause corrosion
of the heater or tub, resulting in a failure.
(11) Do not overheat sake. Otherwise, not only will the sake flavor will be
lost, but also the sake can boil and you can be burned.
Be careful
of high
temperatures
Hold and
remove
the plug
Caution
Caution
Caution
Caution
Application
This product is a sake warmer to be used for heating sake by putting Tokkuri (sake
server bottles) into a tub with water/hot water, and is designed for indoor use only.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
This product is equipped with a heater to warm the water in the tub. The water
warmed by the heater indirectly warms the Tokkuri in the tub. The temperature of
the water in the tub can be adjusted by using the temperature adjustment knob.
How it Works
About the Heater
Caution
Do not apply a strong force to the heater, do not scratch
it with a sharp object, and do not damage it in any way.
Doing so can cause failure resulting in a serious accident.
This product incorporates the PTC heater. The PTC heater uses a "ceramic semiconductor" as
the heating element, and if the heater itself changes to a state in which it is heated without water,
the current will automatically be restricted so that the heater temperature does not exceed a
certain level. However, heating an empty tub subjects the heater, tub, and drain board to high
temperatures, which is very dangerous. Also, repeatedly heating an empty tub can cause failure.
Never allow the tub to be heated while empty.
When using the product, be sure to use the drain board so that objects do not contact the heater.

Names of Parts
Tub
Drain board
Water level line
Lid
Digital thermometer
Main
body
Power cord
Power switch
Power lamp
Temperature
adjustment knob
Thermometer
holder
Bottle cap
Wooden
frame
Check and Preparation before Use
1. Take the product out of the container box, and confirm that all accessories and
the instruction manual are provided.
2. Remove the plastic bag used for packaging the product, and install the product.
Installation location
- Flat and steady surface
- Well-ventilated location
- Location not affected by heat, i.e., away from direct sunlight,
gas cookers, cooking range, and other heat sources
(at least 50 cm away from any heat source).
- Avoid high-humidity areas and locations near water.
3. Connect the power cord.
Connect the power cord to the main unit deeply and firmly,
and insert the power plug into the outlet.
Be sure to connect the ground to prevent electric shock.
PTC heater

Operation
2.5 liter (approx.)
water level line
Warning
Warning
Do not pour in too much water. Doing so can cause
overflow of water, resulting in a fire or electric shock.
Never heat an empty tub.
Doing so can cause a failure.
Temperature
adjustment knob
Rough indication of water temperature by the
position of the temperature adjustment knob
1 -30°C -86°F
2 30-45°C 86-113°F
3 60-70°C 140-158°F
4 70-80°C 158-176°F
5 90-95°C 194-203°F
Lid
Digital thermometer
Make sure that there are no water droplets on the exterior of the product, and that
the product is dry. If there are water droplets, wipe them off with a dry cloth and dry
the product.
1. Check that the power switch is "OFF".
2. Check that the temperature adjustment knob is in the "0" position.
3. Check that no foreign object is in the tub and place the drain board in the tub.
Pour water/hot water into the tub up to the water level line indicated inside (approx. 2.5 liter).
This water level line is a guide for placing three two-go-sized Tokkuri ("go" is a Japanese unit
of measurement; one go is equal to 180 ml). Adjust the amount of water depending on the
size and number of Tokkuri to be used. Be sure to follow the warnings and cautions described
in this manual.
4. Close the lid and turn the power switch to "ON". The power lamp (green) will light up.
5. Adjust the temperature adjustment knob. You can check the actual water temperature by
using the included digital thermometer. The thermometer can be easily used by being fixed
to and inserted into the hole in the lid.
6. This product includes a bottle cap that can be conveniently used for pouring sake into a
Tokkuri from a 1.8 liter bottle.
(1) Attach the bottle cap to the mouth of a 1.8 liter bottle.
(2) Fully insert the bottle cap into a Tokkuri and pour the sake.
At this time fix the Tokkuri or hold it with your hand. Otherwise, sake may spill out.
(3) The sake will stop when it reaches the bottle cap in the Tokkuri.
(4) Pull out the 1.8 liter bottle from the Tokkuri.
Sake’s various serving temperatures
 “Hito-Hada-kan”(BodyTemperature)35-40°C(95-104°F)
 “Nuru-kan”(Lukewarmed) 40-45°C(104-113°F)
 “Jou-kan”(ModeratelyWarmed 45-50°C(113-122°F)
 “Atsu-kan”(Warmed)  50-55°C(122-131°F)

After Use
1. Turn the temperature adjustment knob to "0".
2. Turn the power switch to "OFF".
3. Remove the power plug from the outlet.
4. Check that water in the tub has become fully cool, and then take out the drain board and drain
the water using the method shown below.
* If water droplets are on parts other than the tub, be sure to wipe them off with a dry
cloth. Especially if water droplets remain on the wooden frame or wooden part of the lid,
deterioration of wood may occur.
Method for draining water
Tilt the corner of the side opposite that of the power switch, and drain water from the corner.
5. Clean the inside of the tub and drain board. If sake or dirt adheres, wash them off. If there
are foreign objects, remove them. When draining water, follow the above-mentioned draining
water method. After draining water, wipe off the water droplets with a dry cloth.
* When using a sponge, use a soft one so as not to damage the product.
* When using a detergent, choose a neutral type.
* Be careful not to apply a strong force to the heater.
* When cleaning the drain board, be careful not to injure your finger by its end face.
* Rinse well so that detergent does not remain in the tub.
* When cleaning wooden parts, be sure to wipe them with a dry cloth and do not use a
detergent.
* The wooden parts are made of natural wood. Warping, cracks, or change in color may occur
depending on the use environment and condition.
Draining position
Front side

After-sale Service
● For after-sale service, please contact your dealer, nearest TAIJI sales representative,
or TAIJI & CO., LTD.
● For failure caused by use other than that described in the "Application" section (p4),
a repair fee may be charged even within the warranty period.
● The holding period of service parts required for the maintenance of this product is
five years.
(Note) "Service parts" means the parts required to maintain the functions of the product.
Circuit Diagram
Specifications
Model
Weight
Rated voltage
Power consumption
Temperature control
External dimensions
Dimensions inside the tub
Accessories
HS-03N
500W
Variable thermostat
300mm (W) × 183mm (D) × 231mm (H)
260mm (W) × 116mm (D) × 124mm (H) (above the drain board)
3kg
Drain board, Lid, Digital thermometer TST-100A
Thermometer holder, Bottle cap, Power cord (one unit for each)
Single phase 110–240V 50-60Hz
* The appearance and specifications are subject to change for improvement without prior notice.
Power switch
AC 110-240V
PTC heater
Variable thermostat
Power lamp
inlet
Power cord