21
• We recommend not cleaning the accessories in the dishwasher.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents; do not use sharp, scratchy objects!
• Do not treat the appliance or the accessories with a steam jet cleaner!
Decalcification
• A regular decalcification saves energy, grants full heating power and a long lifespan of the tea maker.
• A thick layer of limescale may cause an overheating of the appliance and cause irreparable damage.
• The appliance should be descaled regularly to grant a proper functioning. Depending on the water hardness and
the frequency of use, we recommend a decalcification every 2 - 3 weeks. This also applies if filtered water was
used.
• Observe the following instructions for decalcification!
• Remove the tea strainer before descaling the appliance.
• For decalcification prepare 1 litre descaling agent (vinegar in water) by mixing 1/3 vinegar essence with
2/3 water and pour it into the water container.
• Operate the appliance with programme 1 (HERBAL).
• After the decalcification cycle rinse all pipes of the unit with clear water. To do so, run programme 1 (HERBAL)
twice, each time filled with the maximum amount of clear water.
• Afterwards clean teapot and filter jug.
• In case you use ordinary descaling agents observe the manufacturer’s instructions.
Important: Non-observance of the decalcification instructions will void all warranty rights in case of claims
caused by a faulty functioning due to excessive limescale deposits!
Reactivating the appliance after a longer non-use period
• After a longer non-use period we recommend to rinse the internal pips by running the appliance once in
programme 1 (HERBAL) with the maximum amount of water and without having inserted the tea strainer.
For more information refer to point “Operating the appliance”.
