CLATRONIC EKA 3338 Preserving Boiler-Hot Drinks Machine Instruction Manual

CLATRONIC EKA 3338 Preserving Boiler-Hot Drinks Machine Instruction Manual

Overview of the Components

IMPORTANT:
Be sure to read the separately enclosed safety instructions first.

Instruction Manual

Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance.
Read the instruction manual and the separately enclosed safety instructions very carefully before using this appliance. Keep these documents, including the warranty certificate, receipt and, if possible, the box with the inner packaging in a safe place. If you pass the appliance on to a third party, always include all the relevant documents

Symbols in this Instruction Manual 

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the appliance:

WARNING:
This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION:
This refers to possible hazards to the appliance or other objects.

Unpacking the Appliance

1. Remove the appliance from its packaging.
2. Remove all packaging material, such as foils, filling material, cable ties and cardboard packaging.
3. Check the scope of delivery for completeness.
4. If the contents of the packaging are incomplete or if damage can be detected, do not operate the appliance. Return it to the dealer immediately.
5. There may still be dust or production residues on the appliance. We recommend that you clean the appliance as described under “Cleaning and Maintenance”

Overview of the Components/ Scope of Delivery

1. Lid handle
2. Lid
3. Insert grate
4. Carrying handle
5. Container
6. Drain tap
7. Temperature control knob
8. eating indicator light
9. ppliance base

Warnings For The Use Of The Appliance

WARNING:

• Do not move or touch the appliance when it is in operation.
• The housing becomes hot during operation, do not touch it. Let the appliance cool down before cleaning and putting it away.
• Be careful when opening the lid, very hot steam can escape from the container.
• Only hold the lid by the handle.
• Note the high weight of the appliance when fully filled.

CAUTION:

• Never operate the appliance dry or without contents, otherwise the appliance and the coating will be damaged.
• Overload! Do not use multiple sockets as this appliance is too powerful.

Notes for Use

Location

• Place the appliance on a level surface that is resistant to moisture and heat. Make sure that the appliance is placed on a surface that can support the appliance and its contents.
• For sensitive surfaces, place a heat-resistant plate underneath.
• During and after use, make sure that the power cord does not come into contact with the hot surface of the appliance

Preparation

• For hygienic reasons, the appliance should be filled with approx. 5 litres of water before using it for the first time. Boil this water for approx. 5 minutes at the highest temperature. Then drain the water from the tank.
• After that, rinse with fresh water and again drain this water.
• Clean the lid thoroughly with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse the lid with fresh water and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

Electrical Connection

Check whether the mains voltage you want to use matches that of the appliance. You will find the information on the type plate

Switching the Appliance On/Off 

• Switch on the appliance with the temperature control knob.
  • There may be deviations in the set temperature and the actual temperature, depending on the ambient temperature and the contents in the container.
• To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature control knob to OFF

Heating Indicator Light 

• The indicator light is on during heating.
• When the set temperature is reached, the indicator light goes out. The preserving time begins. The time for heating up does not count with.
• The indicator light switches on and off during operation. This is normal and displays that the temperature is thermostatically controlled and maintained.

Tips for Preserving

Cleanliness in preparation is paramount for reasons of shelf life.
Fruit and vegetables should be of good quality, fresh and ripe.
You can find out how and in what many different ways you can preserve fruit and vegetables, for example, in your recipes

Preparing the Preserves

Wash fruit and vegetables well, unchopped, and drain

• Green beans and peas are more durable if they are blanched before preserving

Preparing the Jars and Closures

1. Clean the jars, lids and caps with hot rinsing water. Rinse with clear water and let everything drip off on a clean cloth.
2. Check the jars for adhering residues and damage.
3. Leave the caps in clear water until you are ready to use them. Do not use porous, damaged or overstretched rubber rings.
4. Fill the jars to 2cm below the rim. For mushy preserves (e.g. apple puree) leave 3– 4cm space to the rim. For sausage of all kinds, fill the jars only ¾ full.
5. Close the jars tightly with screw caps, clamps or clip

Preserving

• WARNING: Breakage of Glass!
  Do not put cold glasses in hot water, but preheat them
• Make sure that the temperature of the water and the temperature of the glasses are approximately the same when inserting the glasses.
• You can cook 14 jars at the same time in your preserving boiler when using “Weck round rim jars 100” and the associated clamps.
• The highest jar must be approx. ¾ surrounded by water.
• With double occupancy, the bottom layer is thus flooded.
• Only operate the appliance with the lid on.
• Preserving times must never be fallen short of. In cases of doubt, use higher values.

After Preserving

The same water can be used for several successive preserving times

• WARNING: Risk of Burns!
  The glasses are hot.
  When you have finished preserving, carefully remove the jars, place them on a cloth and cover them with a cloth.
• Leave the clamps on the jars until they are completely cool.
• We recommend labelling the jars with the date and contents after they have cooled.
• Preserves are best stored in a cool, dry place in the dark.

Preservation Table

Foodstuff	Thermostat setting °C	Preserving time in min.
Fruits
Apricots	80	30
Apple sauce	90	40
Pears (soft)	90	30
Pears (hard)	90	50
Strawberries	80	25
Blueberries	85	30
Raspberries	80	25
Currants	90	40
Mirabelles	80	30
Plums (prunes)	90	30
Peaches	80	30
Cherries (sweet or sour)	80	30
Gooseberries (unripe)	80	30
Vegetables
Cauliflower	100 (MAX)	90
Beans	100 (MAX)	120
Peas	100 (MAX)	120
Cucumber	80	30
Kohlrabi	100 (MAX)	100
Mushrooms	100 (MAX)	110
Beetroot	100 (MAX)	110
Spinach	100 (MAX)	110

Meat / processed meat
Pieces of roast (raw)	100 (MAX)	120
Pieces of roast (precooked)	100 (MAX)	90
Poultry (rare)	100 (MAX)	65
Goulash (rare)	100 (MAX)	60
Cutlets (rare)	100 (MAX)	60
Venison (rare)	100 (MAX)	65
Sausage mixture	100 (MAX)	120

The times are only indicative and may vary depending on the size of the glasses.

Operation

Preserving

CAUTION:
Never operate the appliance dry or without contents!

1. Place the insert grate in the container.
2. Make sure that the drain tap is closed and that the drain tap seals are correctly fitted. Fill the appliance with at least 6 litres of water.
3. Place the prepared jars on the insert rack in the container.
4. Put the lid on.
5. Plug the mains plug into the socket.
6. Select the temperature according to the preservation table.

Heating and Keeping Warm

This appliance is equipped with a practical drain tap for filling thin liquids.

1. Remove the insert grate before filling with beverages.
2. Make sure that the sealing rings on the drain tap are seated correctly. Fill the appliance with the liquid. Observe the markings.
3. Select the desired temperature.
4. To drain liquid, pull up or press down and hold the drain tap until the cup or container is full. When you have finished dispensing, release the drain tap, it closes automatically. For continuous pouring, push the drain tap all the way up to lock it; as soon as a small resistance is overcome, the drain tap remains in the open position.
   • Due to the system, a residual amount of liquid remains in the container. This quantity can be reduced slightly by carefully tilting the container forward to empty it.

Interrupt/End Operation

1. Turn the temperature control knob to the OFF position.
2. WARNING: Risk of Burns!
   • Be especially careful when removing the lid.
   • The housing becomes hot during operation. Do not touch it.
3. Let the appliance cool down and empty the container with the help of the drain tap.
4. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING: 

• Always switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket before cleaning. Wait until the appliance has cooled down.
• Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
• Never use flammable cleaning agents (methylated spirits, etc.) for cleaning because there is an increased risk of fire or explosion when the unit is put back into operation.
• Clean the appliance after each use

CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or other abrasive objects.
• Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
• Clean the surface of the appliance with a damp cloth. Mild cleaning agents can be used for heavier soiling. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or sprays.
• Wash the inside of the container thoroughly. Rinse with clean water.
• Only use a soft cloth and never use any kind of coarse cleaner which could scratch the appliance.
• Do not use steel wool for cleaning. Parts may come off the steel wool, deposit in the drain tap and cause damage to the sealing surfaces.
• Make sure the appliance has been properly cleaned before storing it in a dry place.

Drain Tap

After use, the tap mechanism must be cleaned every week.

1. Unscrew the nut inside the container and remove the drain tap and the sealing rings.
2. Unscrew the tap top, remove the silicone cone and clean the individual parts in warm water with mild detergent. Rinse with clear water.
3. Clean the inside of the drain tap with a small bottle brush. Never push the brush into the assembled drain tap as it would puncture the silicone cone.
4. Allow the drain tap to dry completely.
5. Insert the silicone cone and screw the tap top back on.
6. Mount the drain tap with the sealing rings in the container and tighten it with the nut. Make sure that the sealing rings are seated correctly

Decalcification

• The frequency of the decalcifying operation depends on the hardness of the water and on how often the appliance is used.
• Calcareous water causes a layer of lime to settle in the tank, especially at the bottom of the tank, which can influence the heating capacity of the appliance.
• Please do not use vinegar but a commercially available decalcification agent on the basis of citric acid. Only use the quantities stated in the instructions.
• After decalcifying the appliance boil fresh water in it several times in order to remove any residues. Do not use this water for consumption.

Storage

• Clean the appliance as described and allow it to dry.
• We recommend that you keep the appliance in the original packaging if it will not be used for long periods.
• Always store the appliance out of the reach of children in a dry, well ventilated place

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Remedy
The appliance cannot be switched on.	The appliance has no power supply.	Check the socket with another appliance.
		Insert the mains plug correctly.
		Check the house fuse.
	The appliance is defective.	Contact our service department or a specialist.
	The appliance has not cooled down sufficiently after oper- ating without liquid or with too little liquid.	Top up with liquid if necessary.
		Let the appliance cooldown for 15 minutes.
The appliance switches off before cooking.	The inside of the appliance is heavily calcified or the circuit of the socket is over- loaded.	Descale according to instructions.
		Check the mains connection.

Technical Data

Model: …………………………………………………………….EKA 3338
Power supply: ……………………………………. 220–240V~, 50Hz
Power consumption: ……………………………………………1800W
Protection class: ……………………………………………………………
Filling quantity: …………………………………………..max. 20 litres
Net weight: ………………………………………………. approx. 5.5kg

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

This appliance has been tested according to all applicable, current CE directives and built according to the latest safety regulations.

Disposal

Meaning of the “Dustbin” Symbol 

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of re-utilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority. Your dealer and contractual partner is also obliged to take back the old appliance free of charge.

Warranty Card

EKA 3338

24 months warranty according to warranty declaration date of purchase, dealer stamp, signature.

Support

Internet: http://www.clatronic-germany.de
Made in P.R.C

Documents / Resources

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References

• User Manual