TECHWOOD TCA-696 User manual

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6 CUPS COFFEE MAKER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dear consumer, Please, read these instructions carefully before use in
order to avoid damage due to incorrect use and to better understand the
functions of this product. Please pay particular attention to the safety guide.
If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions must
also be handed over.
Please keep them for future references.
TCA-696

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read these instructions carefully before use.
Keep present instructions for future references.
Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
The device is intended for use in domestic and similar
applications such as:
- Kitchen work area in shops, offices, and other work
environments.
- Farms.
- By customers of hotels, motels, and other residential
environments.
- Bed and breakfast type environments.
Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
Never use this apparatus near water projections.
Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
Inform potential users of these instructions.
Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience

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and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
if they understand the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
This device is not a toy, do not leave small children or people
with disabilities to play with.
In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
Never place it into the dishwasher.
Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly Competent
qualified person(*) in order to avoid a hazard.
Warning: Avoid spillage on the connector.
Warning: Potential risk of injuries from misuse.
The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after
use.
Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and
risk to damage the appliance.

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Never use any other connector than the one provided.
Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
The coffee-maker shall not be placed in a cabinet when in
use.

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Regarding the instructions for cleaning surfaces in contact
with food or oil, thanks to refer to the below paragraph
"cleaning and maintenance" in manual.
(*) Competent qualified person : after sales department of the
producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved
and competent to perform this kind of repairs.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "STEAM" warns the user that steam can
escape from the unit and to take all necessary
precautions. (Risk of burns)
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.

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The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "HOT WALL" warns the user that the
walls of the unit can become very hot, and to take
precautions as required.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
The symbol " CMIM " is the guarantee of compliance with
optional harmonized Moroccan Standards, which reflect
the essential requirements in terms of technical
specifications.
These standards are not mandatory but ensuring
compliance with the essential requirements.
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
CAUTION: RISK OF BURN.
• During operation, the surface temperature of the
unit may be hot.
• The heating elements remain warm for a long time
after the appliance is switched off.

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• The "HOT SURFACE" symbol warns the user that the walls of
the appliance may become very hot and to take the necessary
precautions.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance, disconnect the
apparatus and let it cool.
Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet
linen.
The parts (removable) in contact with food like plate, bowl,
forks, Spatula etc. can be washed in hot water with sponge and
soft detergent or put in the dishwasher.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid!
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another
cutting object.
LIMESTONE
If the area of use is very “limestone", it is strongly advised to get
rid of the limestone every two months.
To do this:
1. Combine three cups of alcohol vinegar and nine cups of
water and pour everything into the reservoir.
2. Place the empty jug on the hotplate.
3. Turn on the coffeemaker and let it run for two minutes.
4. Turn off the coffeemaker and wait 30 minutes.
5. Turn on the coffeemaker again so that the water / vinegar
mixture runs out.
6. At the end of the flow empty and clean the jug.
7. Fill the reservoir with clean water and operate the coffee
maker.
8. Repeat twice the operation.
Notes : Use only clean water and change the water between
the 2 interventions.

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The device should never be soaked in water or any other
liquid.
TO KNOW IT’S UNIT
1. Spoon
2. Filter
3. Filter bracket
4. Carafe
5. Top Cover
6. Water Tank
7. Base
8. Power switch connected to main (with indicator light)
9. Switch to activate the coffee maker (with indicator light)
10. Plate
FIRST USE
Before first use, remove the device and all accessories and being careful with
sharp accessories.
• Clean the apparatus according to the instructions in "Cleaning and maintenance"
paragraph.
• Place the machine on a suitable flat, stable surface.

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PREPARATION OF THE APPLIANCE
To ensure excellent coffee, you must first rinse the machine with hot water as
follows:
1. Open the cover of the tank.
2. Pour fresh water into the tank. (without exceeding the maximum level nor
putting coffee in the filter)
3.Put the filter on the filter bracket.
5. Place the filter bracket correctly on the coffee maker. Place the jug on the
hotplate.
6. Plug the power cord into the outlet.
7. Connect the device.
8. Press the power switch (on the right side of the device). The indicator will be
illuminated in red. The appliance will begin working.
Note : the red light comes on to confirm that the coffee maker is on.
9. Turn on the coffee with the switch at side of coffee maker.
USE
• Completely unwind the power cord.
• Check that the voltage in force in the country where you are corresponds to that
indicated on the device.
• Plug the device into a socket in good condition (earthed if the device is class I),
to avoid any danger.
• Disconnect the power supply cable from the electrical network before any
cleaning, maintenance and fitting of accessories operation.
• Do not modify the device in any way.
• Depending on the case, always place the appliance on a flat, horizontal, and
stable table or surface.
• Do not modify the device in any way.
• The device should not be left unattended when it is connected to the main power
supply.
• The device must not be used if it has been dropped or shows visible signs of
damage or if it is leaking.
1. Open the cover of the tank.
2. Pour fresh water into the tank. (without exceeding the maximum level nor
putting coffee in the filter)
3.Put the filter on the filter bracket and put the coffee powder into filter. Usually a
cup of coffee needs a level spoon of coffee powder, but may adjust according to
personal taste. Then close the tank cover.
5. Place the filter bracket correctly on the coffee maker. Place the jug on the
hotplate.
6. Plug the power cord into the outlet.
7. Connect the device.

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8. Press the power switch (on the right side of the device). The indicator will be
illuminated in red. The appliance will begin working.
Note : the red light comes on to confirm that the coffee maker is on.
7. the brewing process can be interrupted by pressing the switch button twice
again at any time.
Note: you can take out carafe, pour and serve at any time. The appliance will stop
dripping automatically. But the time cannot exceed 30 seconds.
8. Remove out the carafe to serve when finish brewing (about one time later after
the coffee stops dripping out).
Note : The coffee you get will less than the water you have added, as some water
is absorbed by coffee ground.
9. Always turn the coffee maker off and disconnect the power supply when not use.
Note: pay attention to pour the coffee out, otherwise you may be hurt as the
temperature of coffee just finished is high.
SOLUTIONS IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION
Symptom
Cause
Corrections
Water flows out of the
jug.
The jug is not correctly
positioned
Replace the jug so that
the coffee flows through
the centre of the funnel.
The coffee flows too
slowly or overflows from
the filter Or, the coffee
remains in the filter.
• The coffee is ground
too fine (for espresso) or
is too greasy.
• The filter is too dirty or
clogged.
• Use a coarser grounded
coffee.
• Clean the filter
The coffee maker no
longer works
No more water
Fill the water tank

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Be sure to unplug this appliance before cleaning. To protect against
electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or unit in water or liquid. After each use,
always make sure plug is first removed from wall outlet.
1) Clean all detachable parts after each use in hot, sudsy water.
2) Wipe the product’s exterior surface with a soft, damp cloth to remove stains.
3) Water droplets may build-up in the area above the funnel and drip onto the
product base during brewing. To control the dripping, wipe off the area with a clean,
dry cloth after each use of the product.
4) Use a damp cloth to gently wipe the keeping warm plate. Never use abrasive
cleaner to clean it.
5) Replace all parts and keep for next use.
REMOVING MINERAL DEPOSITS
To keep your coffee maker operating efficiently, you should clean away the mineral
deposits left by the water regularly according to the water quality in your area and
the frequency use the appliance, the detail is as follows:
1. Fill the water tank with water and detergent to the MAX level in the gauge of
coffee maker (the scale of water and detergent is 4:1, the detail refers to the
instruction of detergent. Please use “household detergent”, you can use the citric
acid instead of the detergent (the one hundred parts of water and three parts of
citric acid).
2. Push carafe on keeping warm plate, pay attention to let central point of carafe
aligns with that of brew basket.
3. Press the switch button once and the indicator in it will be illuminated red. After
a while, water will drop out automatically.
4. After percolate the equivalent of one cup and then switch off the appliance by
pressing the switch button again.
5. Leave the solution work for 15 minutes, repeat the steps of 3-5 again.
6. Turn the appliance on by pressing the button once and run off the water until the
water tank is completely empty.
7. Rinse by operating the appliance with water at least 3 times.

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HINTS FOR GREAT-TASTING COFFEE
1. A clean coffee maker is essential for making great-tasting coffee. Regularly clean
the coffee maker as specified in the “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section.
Always use fresh, cold water in the coffee maker.
2. Store unused coffee powder in a cool, dry place. After opening a package of
coffee powder, reseal it tightly and store it in a refrigerator to maintain its freshness.
3. For an optimum coffee taste, buy whole coffee beans and finely grind them just
before brewing.
4. Do not reuse coffee powder since this will greatly reduce the coffee’ flavor.
Reheating coffee is not recommended as coffee is at its peak flavor immediately
after brewing.
5. Clean the coffee maker when over-extraction causes oiliness. Small oil droplets
on the surface of brewed, black coffee are due to the extraction of oil from the coffee
powder.
6. Oiliness may occur more frequently if heavily roasted coffees are used.
STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place.

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GUARANTEE IN ACCORDANCE WITH REGULATIONS
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to rigorous checks.
This device is guaranteed for 24 months from the date of purchase of the product
by the consumer.
The warranty documents are:
• the invoice and
• the warranty certificate (located on the side or the bottom of the box) stamped
and completed.
Without these supporting documents, no free replacement or free repair can be
made.
During the warranty period, we take charge, free of charge, for defects in the
device or accessories, resulting from a defect in materials or workmanship by
repair or replacement.
Services under the legal guarantee do not entail any extension of the guarantee
period and do not give the right to a new guarantee.
In the event of a warranty claim, return the complete device to your dealer,
in its original packaging, accompanied by proof of purchase.
The breakage of glass or plastic parts is, in all cases, your responsibility.
Wearing parts (for example: motor brushes, hooks, drive belts, spare remote
control, spare toothbrushes, saw blades etc.) as well as their cleaning,
maintenance or replacement, are not guaranteed. , and are therefore at your
expense.
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee lapses.
After expiry of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment,
by a specialist dealer or a repair service.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 550-650 W
Capacity 0,75L - 6 cups
Norm Class I
Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without prior notice.
This unit is equipped with an electrical outlet with earth and must be
earthed in an according plug.
Note : In the event of question concerning the earth or electric
connection, please consult a qualified personnel.
In the event of short-circuit, earthing reduces the risk of
electric shock while making possible the current to be
evacuated by the wire of ground.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of
breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician
for repairs.
This device complies with EC directives, it was controlled according to all current
European directives, applicable such as: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and
low voltage (LVD).
This device has been designed and manufactured in compliance with the latest
regulations and technical requirements for safety.
DECEMBER 2022