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American Metal Ware® Tea Brewers
Operation and Instruction Manual
for
TEA-300
Tea Brewer Series
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warning Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Set Up/Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Water Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Use Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Warning Labels The following warning and caution statements are contained in different sections of this manual. Please read this manual and follow all safety precautions when operating or servicing this equipment. WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD ! ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD PERFORM INSTALLATION OF THIS APPLIANCE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION. CAUTION: HOT LIQUID HAZARD ! WATER USED FOR BREWING TEA IS VERY HOT. USE CAUTION WHEN BREWING, POURING, OR TRANSPORT
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WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD ! ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD PERFORM INSTALLATION OF THIS APPLIANCE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION. Set-Up / Position 1. Position the brewer on a strong, stable counter top or table. 2. Check the level front to back and side to side. Adjust the legs to the correct level. 3. See rough-in drawing in this manual for dimensions and locations of electrical and water input. Water Hook-Up IMPORTANT WATER PIPE CONNECTIONS AND
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Electrical Requirements (cont.) WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD ! NEVER USE THE GROUND CONDUCTOR AS A NEUTRAL. THIS COULD CAUSE ELECTROCUTION. 3. The body of the brewer must be grounded. A ground lug is provided for this purpose. Initial Start-Up 1. Turn on the water supply to the brewer. Check for leaks at supply line to fill valve connection. 2. Make sure the power switch is turned to the “Off” position. The power switch is located on the upper back panel of the brewer. 3. Plug in the u
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Operation ! CAUTION: HOT LIQUID HAZARD WATER USED FOR BREWING TEA IS VERY HOT. USE CAUTION WHEN BREWING, POURING OR TRANSPORTING HOT TEA. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE BREWER WITHOUT FIRST DRAINING THE WATER TANK. ACCIDENTAL SPILLS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS. 1. Place an empty tea dispenser on the base of the tea brewer. The placement should allow the bypass and the brew basket drain to empty into the container. 2. Remove the brew basket and line it with a paper filter. Paper size is 13" x 5
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Timer Adjustment (cont.) 3. This timer is adjustable from 15 seconds to 8 minutes. 4. Make the desired adjustments by turning the adjusting knob clockwise to increase timer setting; turning counter clockwise to reduce time. 5. Re-install top cover with screw then plug unit in, return to use. Thermostat Adjustment Change thermostat setting if spray over water temperature requires adjustment. Factory setting is 195°F (90.56°C). This is the ideal temperature for brewing tea. Water should never
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Cleaning Procedures (cont.) Daily Cleaning Cabinet: The outside of the machine can be cleaned with a damp cloth, a household dusting spray or a stainless steel cleaner. Do not use an abrasive such as Scotchbrite or Brillo pads. These may mar the finish. Wipe the underside of the cabinet hood with a clean cloth. Be especially careful when using soap or detergent around the sprayhead. Any soap left on the deflector may impart an unpleasant taste to the first brews. Weekly Cleaning Brew Basket:
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To Remove the Water Tank Heating Element 1. Disconnect the power cord and remove the top cover. 2. Disconnect the wire leads to the heater and thermodisc. 3. Remove the spray head and the spray head nut. 4. Remove the tank cover after removing the (8) nuts securing the cover to the tank. Lift the tank cover with the heating element attached. 5. Remove the thermostat bulb bracket retaining the thermostat bulb to the heating element. 6. Remove the heating element from the tank cover. 7. Re
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Only a qualified service technician should perform electrical and mechanical adjustments or ! repairs. Always disconnect power before attempting any maintenance procedures. BREWING PROBLEMS Problem/Cause Remedy Weak tea • Not enough tea used • Use 1 oz. (28 g) tea per 1 gallon (3.8 litre) finished product • Water not hot enough • Wait for Water Hot light to illuminate • Water not hot enough • Check sprayhead temperature, should be greater than 185° F (85°C) • Sprayhead c
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FILLING PROBLEMS Problem/Cause Remedy Overfilling of water tank when power is off • Disassemble, clean and reassemble valve. If needed service • Fill valve not sealing properly kits are available Overfilling of water tank when power is on • Fill valve not sealing properly • Disassemble, clean and reassemble valve. If needed service kits are available • Fill valve not de-energizing • Check wiring of timer, switches and fill valve, if o.k. then defective timer board HEATING PROBLEMS Problem/Caus
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Tea-300 Isometric American Metal Ware® Tea Brewers Page 11
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Tea-300 3-Gallon Dispenser Isometric American Metal Ware Tea Brewers Page 12 ®
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Tea-300 Wiring Schematic American Metal Ware® Tea Brewers Page 13
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