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    Safety PrecautionsPlease observe these precautions fully
    For safety and in order to prevent property damage and hazards to users and others, please read 
    the following instructions strictly. 
    ■  The signals indicate harm and damage when the product is used wrongly . 
      WARNING       
     
    ■ The symbols indicate specified items that must be followed. 
     
    Indicating  
    "it may cause 
    severe injuries 
    and death." 
    CAUTION 
    Indicating "the user 
    may get injured or the 
    product may cause 
    property damage.
    " 
    This symbol indicates prohibition. This symbol indicates mandatory. 
    WARNING 
    To Prevent Burns
    This  appliance  is  not  intended  for  use  by  persons  (including  children)  with  reduced 
    physical,  sensory  or  mental  capabilities,  or  lack  of  experience  and  knowledge,  unless 
    they 
    have  been  given  supervision  or  instruction  concerning  use  of  the  appliance  by  a 
    person responsible for their safety.
    Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
    Do not let the unit fall over
    
    . Do not lift, tilt or shake the unit or carry it by the lid.
    Even  when  the  dispense  key  is  locked,  hot  water  may  leak  through  the  dispensing  spout  and 
    the steam vent, causing burns, if the unit falls over or is tilted.
    Do 
    
    not pour in water  above the maximum  water level indication line. If the appliance is 
    overfilled, boiling water may be ejected.       
    Hot water can spill causing burns.
    Do not close the lid by force.  
        
    Hot water can spill causing burns.
    Do not boil anything other than water
    .
    Do not heat tea bags, tea leaves, milk, alcohol or 
    anything  other  than  water  which  may  cause  it  to  
    spurt out hot liquid or steam and cause burns.
    The 
     water  tube  may  also  get  clogged,  the  inner 
    container  may  burn  or  corrode,  and  the  fluoro-
    resin insulating coating may peel of
    
    f.
    Do not block the steam vent.
    Hot water can overfl
     ow causing burns.
    Do  not  dump  the  remaining  hot  water  while 
    the lid is attached.
    If the lid comes off, hot water may splash causing 
    burns.
    Do not touch the steam vent.
    This may cause burns. Take special care to prevent 
    infants from touching the steam vent.
    Close the lid securely
    .
    If the unit topples, hot water may spill out causing 
    burns.
     
    Lid opening lever  Steam vent 
    Lid  Maximum 
    water level 
    Dispensing 
    spout 
    Safety Precautions
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    Safety PrecautionsPlease observe these precautions fully
    WARNING 
    Power Cord
    Never  do  anything  that  might    cause  damage 
    to the cord, power plug or body plug, 
    such as damage them, modify them, place hot 
    objects near to them, bend them, twist them, 
    stretch them, place heavy objects on them, or 
    bundle them together
    
    . 
    If the unit is used when damaged, electrical 
    short circuit or fire may result. 
    ●  If the supply cord is damaged, it must be  
     
    replaced by a special cord available from  
     
    the manufacturer or its service agent. 
     
    Do not connect or disconnect the power 
    plug or the body plug with wet hands. 
    This may result in electric shock. 
     
    Do not allow infants access the body plug. 
    You must pay special attention to prevent infants from putting the body plug into their mouth. This may result in electric shock or injury. 
     
    Do not place small metal parts near the body plug. 
    This may result in electric shock, electrical short circuit or fire.  
     
    Make sure the power plug is correctly inserted into the wall outlet.  
    If the plug is inserted improperly it may cause electric shock or generate heat resulting in fire. ●  Do not use a damaged plug or a connection in a loose outlet. 
     
    Clean dust from the power plug or the body plug regularly
     . 
    A build-up of dust on the plug will attract condensation, which could cause cable damage 
    and the deterioration of insulation resulting in fire. 
    ●  Remove the plugs and clean them with a dry cloth. 
     
    Use a dedicated outlet that matches the power rating of the unit.  
    Heat generated when plugging in multiple appliances into one outlet may result in fire. 
    Power plug* 
    Cord 
    Body plug 
    Power cord 
    *The shape of plug differs according to region. 
    During use
    Do not immerse the unit in water or splash water over it. ●  Do not supply water directly from the tap or place the unit in a sink where the bottom 
     
    may get wet. 
    ●  Do not turn the unit upside down when the bottom is wet. 
     It may cause a short circuit and may result in electric shock. If water overflows from the pot 
    and it enters the electrical parts built into the main unit, it may cause a malfunction. 
     
    Never disassemble, repair or modify the unit. 
    Any attempt to do so may cause the unit to operate abnormally and may result in fire or injury. ●  If in need of repair (except for the replacement parts), please contact an authorized  
     
    Service Center. 
     
    Do not use to store ice. 
    Condensation will occur
    
    , creating a potential source of electric shock and malfunction.  
    Safety Precautions
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    CAUTION 
    To Prevent Burns
    Do not place the unit on an unstable surface. 
    The appliance may topple over causing burns. 
     
    Do not open the lid or dispense hot water while boiling. 
    Splashing hot water or steam may cause burns. 
     
    Do not rotate the unit while dispensing hot water
    . 
    Splashing hot water may cause burns. 
     
    Do not touch the hot parts of the unit during use or shortly after use. 
    This may cause burns. 
     
    When carrying the unit, do not touch the lid opening lever
     . 
    The lid may open causing burns and other injury . 
     
    W ait until the unit is cooled down before maintenance. 
    A
     hot appliance may cause burns. 
    ●  When disposing hot water, be careful not to get burned. 
     
    When opening or closing the lid, keep hands away from the steam.  
    Steam can cause burns. 
    Power Cord
    Do not use a different cord and do not use this cord with any other device. 
    (Do not use a power cord other than the one designed specifically for the unit.) 
    It may cause a malfunction or fire. 
     
     
    When the unit is not in use, unplug the power plug from the wall outlet. 
    Deteriorating insulation may result in electric shock and/or fire. 
     
    When unplugging the unit, pull by the power plug - not the cord. 
    Electric shock and short circuit may result in fire. 
    During use
    Do not use the unit on surfaces that can be affected by heat for a long time. 
    The unit may get discolored or break. 
     
    Do not place near walls or furniture. 
    Steam and heat could damage walls and furniture, causing a change in color and sh ape. 
    Safety Precautions
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    Part Names and Handling Instructions
    Part Names and Handling Instructions
    Operation panelIf the protective film is still covering the surface of the operation panel, 
    peel it off before using the operation panel.
    Lid opening lever
    Steam vent
    Lid
    Main unit
    Handle
    Container
    Minimum water
    level mark
    Liquid crystal
    display
    W
    
    indow rim
    Mesh filter
    Rotating base
    (360 degrees)
    When rotating the pot, do not
    allow the cord to wind around
    the unit.
    Power cord
    Power plug* Cord 
    Body plug 
    *The shape of plug differs according to region. 
    (Replaceable part)It may have come off from the bottom of the con-
    tainer
    . Push it completely into the correct position. 
    (See P.23)
    Dispensing
    spout
    Red ball
    Water level indicator 
    cannot be seen when 
    water level is above 
    the window rim.
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    Preparation before using
    Boil water in it to clean the thermo pot container 
    and 
    the  sections  through  which  the  hot  water 
    is dispensed.
    1  Boil some water.2  Dispense the hot water.3  Empty the container via "DRAIN" mark.
    How to Remove the Lid 
    1  Press the depression, open the lid  and lift up the knob.
    2  Open the lid.
    How to close :  Press down on lid until it clicks.
    2  Pull it up diagonally
     .
    1
      While pressing  the  ejector knob.
    How to set :  Insert the lid at an angle.
    Preparation before using
     
    Before you use this pot for the first time 
    90°C
    60°C
    Time of hot water use
    Hot water 
    temperature
    Breakfast Dinner
    “OFF” “OFF” “OFF” “OFF” “OFF”
    Economy use
    Auto save power ( HP.18)
    ●  Control heater per use method. Heat 
    during the period of hot water supply , 
    and automatically cut off heater beyond 
    the period of hot water supply to save 
    the warm-keeping power
     .
    ●  From the beginning of use, save “the period of hot water supply”.
    ●  Within the first week for use, auto-matically raise water temperature 
    to warm-keeping temperature 
    based on “the period of hot water 
    supply”. One week later
     , automati-
    cally heat water according to all of 
    the “period of hot water supply” of 
    the previous week.
    Lunch Tea time
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    How to Use
    How to Use
    Pour in water
    with another
    container!
    Boilingwater
    Dispense
    Press   key  to  make  the  indicator 
    light flash.
     
    Press one time while water is being boiled, and 
     
    press twice while water is being kept warm.
    Extends the boiling time by about 6 minutes to 
    reduce the chlorine in the water by about 80%.
    ● Press  key again to boil.
    Long Boil: To reduce the chlorine in the water 
    w Minimum water level  Fill the water higher than  the minimum water level.
    w MAX. WATER LEVEL
     Do not fill above maximum 
    water level.
    There  may  be  a  case  where  boiling  does 
    not start automatically.
    Reboil: Or keeping water warm 
    Press one time and  it will light up.
    Connect the power plug after filling with water and close the lid. (1 →  2)
    Boiling waterDispense
    Press
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    Boilingwater
    Dispense
    How to Use
     
    When the unit is not in use 
    Starts boiling 
    automatically. Notifies when boiled.Fall in temperature()Automatically switches 
    to 190 keep-warm
    Unplug, and remove the lid. Pour out any remaining hot water slowly via 
    the 
     mark.
    Lid release part
    Operation panel
     Cautions
    ● Do not pour out water too quickly.
      If water is splashed over lid release section or 
      o
    peration panel, it may cause a malfunction.● Do not leave water standing in the container. It may cause the container to corrode or smell.
    Connect the power plug after filling with water and close the lid. (1 →  2)
    beep beep
     beep beep
    Light on
    Charging battery indicator (for cordless 
    dispensing)
    Light off
    Light on
    Water temperature indicator
    When changing the setting of keep warm temperature  (☞ P. 19)
    When adjusting the temperature suitable for tea (☞P. 19)
    PressPress to 
    Pour
    Dispensing speed of hot water varies depending on 
    degree of pressing and dispensing time.
    Light on
    Automatically locked in 10 seconds after 
    dispensing is fi
     nished.
    Charging battery indicator. (for cord-
    l
    ess dispensing)
    Guideline for dispensing volume
    Battery charge 
    volumeDispensing volume
    Approx. 3L or more (4.0L type)
    Almost full volume (3.0L types) w 1
    1.5L
     or less
    Dispensing period (Amount of time to press continuously)
    Less than 5 secondsFrom 5 to 12 secondsMore than 12 seconds
    Press slightly
    Press strongly
    * Be careful of hot water splashing if pressed too strongly
    With cordless dispensing, and before the water 
    boils, there are only two speeds
    *1 Full water volume may not be indicated if dispensed  frequently .
    ● Indication lights off and cannot dispense hot water after 8-10 hours even if not dispensed. 
    W
    ater temperature falls about 194°F(90°C) in 3 hours after boiling. (3.0L
      type) at room temperature 
    68°F(20°C)
    * Temperature falls quicker if water volume is less.
    Press
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    Convenient use methods
    ● The  keep-warm  temperature  or  the  timer can be set while the water is being boiled 
    or being kept warm.
    ● After  power  is  restored  in  the  event  of  a  power  and  display  failure,  the  keep-warm 
    temperature will be automatically set to 190, 
    even if the timer or the "208" or "180" keep-
    warm function was previously selected.
    Notice
    Convenient use methods
    Keep-warm Function
    ● It is ideal to use 180 keep-warm  for making green tea.
    ● Energy can be saved if keep-warm  temperature is lower.
    ● Approx. 176°F(80°C) of water is the 
    most suitable for natural leaf tea.
    When  the  unit  will  not  be  used  for  a 
    short  time,  such  as  when  you  go  out 
    for a day...
    Setting the timer
    ● While setting the timer, the electrifi-
    cation of heater stops.
    Reboil
    ● It is ideal to use boiling 
    water for making coffee 
    / green tea / instant cup 
    noodles etc.
    Time required for the reboil procedureFrom 208 keep-warm : approx. 4-5 min.
    From 190 keep-warm : approx. 6-7 min.
    From 180 keep-warm : approx. 8.5-1 1 min.
    Amount of water: Maximum
    Room temperature: 68°F(20ºC)
    Press the  key
    to reboil water that is 
    being kept warm.
      After a few minutes,  
     
    
    water will be boiled.
    ● The keep-warm    
      temperature setting  
      is left unchanged.  
    Save Energy Setting
    ● Power is saved automatically by only 
    boiling during dispensing hours and 
    cutting the heater at all other times.
    ● This is recommended If dispense time is regularly fixed.
    Make the water optimal 
    for tea.
    (Healthy tea mode)Press
    Long Boil/Reboil: Light on
    Notice
    Setting is erased when water is added while  lights on.(   lights off)
    Setting  will  be  erased  when 
      ,   and   tea  buttons  are  pressed 
    while 
     blinks.
    TimerEnergy Saving
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    Convenient use methods
    Save Energy Setting
    ● Power is saved automatically by only boiling during dispensing hours and 
    cutting the heater at all other times.
    ● This is recommended If dispense time is regularly fixed.
    When the water will be boiled 8 hours later
    Remaining time will be indicated on 1 hour basis.
    To cancel the timer press the 
     key again
    8 hours later, timer will go off and water starts boiling
    When the water is brought up to boiling temperature, keep-warm at the settled temperature.
    If set up “Energy saving”
    Boiling started 
    before dispensing 
    time and kept at 
    preset temperature.
    “OFF” is displayed when not dispensed. “OFF” lights off.
    While 
    Energy saving is set, boiling starts automatically at dispensing time.
    Circuit breaker may be tripped if used together with other equipment in a same line.
    Time required to reach the settled 
    keep-warm temperature
    190→ 180 keep-warm : approx. 2-4 hour208→ 190 keep-warm : approx. 0.5-2.5 hour  Amount of water: Maximum
     Room temperature: 68°F(20°C)  Previous keep-warm setting: 190
    After a short time, water will be kept warm at approx. 176°F(80°C)
    PressFor notification when boiled
    (Setting of keep warm temperature does not vary
    .)
    beep beep
     beep beep
    Long Boil/Reboil: Light on
    Blink Light on
    VIP Keep-warm
    Notice
    Setting is erased when water is added while  lights on.(   lights off)
    Setting  will  be  erased  when 
      ,   and   tea  buttons  are  pressed 
    while 
     blinks.
    Caution
    A lot of steam may occasionally be released
    Caution
    Time for boiling
    After filled water   : approx.  32 - 38 min.
    From 208 keep warm : approx.  13 - 14 min.
    F
    rom 19
    0 keep warm : approx.  16.5 - 17.5 min.
    F
    rom 18
    0 keep warm : approx.  18.5 - 20.5 min.
      Amount of water: Maximum
     Room temperature: 68°F(20°C)
    Keep-warm FunctionReboilHealthy Tea
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    Care & Cleaning
    Care & Cleaning
     Cautions Before cleaning, be sure to disconnect the plug from outlet, dispense water and allow the 
    unit to cool .
      Main unit and lid
    ● Do not wet or soak the main unit in water.
      If water enters the main unit from the bottom or from the dispensing   
      spout, it can get into the electrical components in the main unit    
     
    and may cause a malfunction.
    ● Do not use detergents. ● Do not use benzine or thinner.
      (They may leave an odor.)    (They may damage the surface.)
      Clean with a damp, well-wrung cloth.
      Inner container
    ● Do not use abrasives
      such as  polishing
      powder, a scrub brush
     
    
    or a nylon brush. They may damage the  
      fluororesin finish of the inner container.
      Clean with a wet sponge.
     Clean the inner container using 
    citric acid. (See P.21) About "Scale"
    While you are using this unit, minerals 
    contained in the water (like calcium) can get 
    stuck on the inner container or on the mesh 
    filter
    
    . This is called "scale", and it is harmless.
    ● Milky-white gritty surface (caused by calcium)● White or glittering floating material
      (crystals of minerals)
    ● Discoloration in the finish like dark brown,    
      gray, or green areas
     
    (metallic ion formed on the fluororesin covering)
    This is not discoloration or corrosion of the 
    inner container itself, nor is it fl akes from the 
    fluororesin covering.
      Mesh filter
    When filter is clogged, water does not flow
    smoothly.
    * After cleaning the filter,  be sure to reattach it 
    to the inner container
     .
      Clean the filter with a brush.
    Before storing the unit
    ● Dry it thoroughly.● Put it into a plastic bag and seal the bag.
    Daily
    MaintenanceClean with Citric Acid
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