TECHWOOD TCA-991 User manual

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PROGRAMMABLE 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-991
TCA-995
TCA-996
TCA-911
TCA-991
TCA-995
TCA-996
TCA-911

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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.
Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and household
or similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
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. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are
older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord

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out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
Appliances can be used by 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.
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.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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.
Never use any other connector than the one provided.

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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.
The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

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Regarding the instructions for cleaning, thanks to refer to the
below paragraph of the manual.
This appliance is only intended for household use.
(*) 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 "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.
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

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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).
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.
• The "HOT SURFACE" symbol warns the user that
the walls of the appliance may become very hot and to take the
necessary precautions.
FIRST USE
Before first use, remove the unit and all accessories carefully.
Clean with soap and water, bowls and all accessories. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Clean the outside and inside of the machine cabinet with a damp cloth and wipe
dry.
USE
Unroll the power cord completely.
Check that the tension in force in the country where you are corresponds to
that indicated on the apparatus.
Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the
ground if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.

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To avoid filter basket overflow during brewing:
1. Make sure the filter basket is securely locked in place.
2. Insure the carafe is correctly inserted in the coffee maker to activate the “pause-
n-serve”mechanism.
3. To place one paper filter into the basket; insure paper filter doesn’t bend or fold.
After brewing is completed, there may still be some HOT liquid in the Filter Basket.
Allow to drain completely and open Filter Basket carefully. Do not move
coffeemaker immediately after operation.
Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
Never modify the appliance in anyway.
GLASS CARAFE PRECAUTIONS:
To avoid damage or injury of the carafe, please follow these instructions.
1. The glass carafe is designed for use with this appliance only. It must never be
used in any other drip-type coffeemaker, on a range top, or in a microwave
oven.
2. Never clean inside of carafe with a hard implement, scouring pad or other
abrasive cleaners. Scratches in the glass can eventually cause glass liner to
break.
3. Never stir inside of the carafe with a spoon or other utensils.
4. Do not use a cracked glass carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened
handle. If glass liner should break, do not consume beverage.
5. Never use ice cubes in carafe, or place carafe in the refrigerator.
6. Never drink directly from carafe. Always check beverages for broken glass
before drinking.
7. Do not tilt or overturn the carafe, as liquids may flow out.
8. When carrying the carafe, always use the handle.
9. Never leave the empty carafe on the keeping warm plate otherwise the carafe
is liable to crack.

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TO KNOW THE COFFEE MAKER
Control panel:
Before first use:
Before the first use it is suggested that you clean your new coffeemaker. Simply
run through 2 brew cycles as described below without using coffee or a coffee
filter.

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PREPARATION FOR USE –Manual Operation
1. Place the coffeemaker on a hard, flat surface. With the coffeemaker turned off,
plug in.
2. Fill the carafe with fresh, cold water (preferably bottled or filtered water). Open
the Top cover and pour the water into the water tank. The number of cups is
shown by the water level indicator. Do not exceed the maximum fill level. We
do not recommend making less than 4 cups.
3. Place the carafe with the lid closed in the coffee maker making sure it is fully
seated in the coffee maker to activate the pause-n-serve mechanism.
CAUTION: To avoid filter basket overflow, the carafe must fit securely into the
coffee maker with the lid on. If not properly positioned on the warming plate it
could cause hot water or hot coffee to overflow.
4. With the Top Lid in the full opened position, insert filter, into the filter basket
holder, folding the seamed edges to insure a snug fit in the basket.
5. Add coffee using the measuring scoop provided. Brew coffee with the coffee
water ratio you normally use when you prepare ground coffee. If you prefer
strong coffee, we recommend the following European method, which produces
rich, full-bodied flavour. Use one level scoop for each cup (6 fluid ounces) or 10
level scoops per full pot of coffee. Experiment with the amount of coffee used in
order to adjust the flavour to your taste. Do not exceed the Max level.
6. Close the Top Lid & make sure it is securely closed.
7. With the Top Lid firmly closed and the carafe securely in place, press the
On/Off button. The red colour LED light will light up and flashing, to indicate the
brew cycle has started.
8. When the brewing process ends and the water level indicator is empty, there
will still be hot liquid in the filter basket. Wait a few minutes for the rest of the
liquid to drip through into the carafe.
CAUTION: Never open the Top Lid during the brewing cycle; even if no water
is draining from the Funnel. Extremely hot water/coffee can spill out from the
basket and cause injury. If water/coffee is not draining from the filter basket,
IMMEDIATELY unplug the unit and wait 10 minutes before opening and
checking the filter.

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9. After coffee grounds have cooled, open the Top Lid and carefully remove the
filter by grasping the handle and lifting straight up from the Funnel
compartment. Discard used coffee filter and grounds.
CAUTION: Coffeemaker becomes very hot during the brew cycle. Please
handle with extreme care.
10. The keep warm plate will operate as long as the switch is on.
11. Always switch the coffee maker to A (A means OFF) when the carafe is
empty or if you, no longer, want to keep coffee hot. The hotplate will operate 40
minutes after the unit is turned on.
12. If two or more pots of coffee are to be made it is recommended that the
coffee maker be allowed to cool for 10 minutes between each brewed pot. The
filter should also be rinsed out after each brew cycle.
MAKE COFFE IMMEDIATELY
1. Press M/A (ON/OFF) button, Coffee maker will brewing coffee immediately, red
LED light will flash to indicate the brewing process, when red LED light It
means the keep warming function is on, The coffee maker will shut off
automatically after 30 minutes.
2. If you want to stop making coffee while brewing time, press M/A (ON/OFF)
again to stop making coffee.
PROGRAM SETTING
1. Before brewing. Press the HEURE and then the MIN buttons to set the current
time. Press and hold the buttons to scroll through numbers quickly. When the
number displayed approaches the desired setting, press and release the button
to advance one digit at a time.
2. To set the desired auto brew start time, first press the PRO button. Set the time
you want coffee to begin brewing by using the HEURE and MIN buttons
following the same directions for setting the clock. After setting, machine comes
in auto-brew mode, green light will flash, the word" AUTO" will be shown in the
LCD screen.
3. Your coffee maker will automatically begin brewing at the pre-set time. When
the brew cycle begins, the red light will flash to indicate the coffee maker is in
operation.
4. Press the PRO button about 3 second to cancel the Pre-set Model.

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PAUSE & SERVE
Allows you to interrupt the brewing cycle and pour a cup of coffee before the
entire carafe is finished brewing.
CAUTION: You can take out carafe, pour and serve at any time. The
appliance will stop dripping automatically. But the time cannot exceed 30
seconds.
NOTE: While the pause and serve is a convenient way to pour a cup of coffee
mid-cycle, we recommend you wait until the completion of the brew cycle as the
strength of coffee poured mid-cycle may vary from finished brew, and will affect
finished brew’s strength and flavour.
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.
The keep warm plate may be wiped with a clean, damp cloth when necessary. For
hard to remove stains, use a plastic mesh pad or cloth damped in vinegar.
DECALCIFYING YOUR COFFEEMAKER
Calcium build-up frequently occurs in drip coffeemakers. This build-up is normal
and is caused by minerals commonly found in drinking water. Periodically, your
coffeemaker will need cleaning to remove calcium or mineral deposits that may
form. You will know when your unit will need decalcifying when you notice an
obvious slow down in brewing time.
We recommend decalcifying your unit with a solution of white vinegar and cold
water. A solution of two tablespoons of white vinegar to one carafe of cold water
works best. Pour this solution into the water reservoir, and follow your normal
operating instructions, without a filter in the filter holder. When the brew cycle is
finished, empty the carafe and rinse with water. Refill the water reservoir with cold
water only and repeat the brew cycle with water only, twice more. This will rinse
out any remaining vinegar solution. We recommend you do this 4 times a year.

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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 and out of reach from children.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by
the consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are :
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift
box). Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair,
can be carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve
any extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee !
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts
are not guaranteed and are thus to pay !
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by
a specialized trade or a repair service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 800W
Capacity 1,25L
Display LCD
Norm Class I
Made in P.R.C
The characteristics can change without preliminary preventing

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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.
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.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°C107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous bois - France