The below chart can be used as a guide for tea brewing temperature and
steeping time:
Cleaning & Maintenance
• Always unplug the cord of Power Base before cleaning.
• Make sure the kettle is cool to the touch before cleaning.
• Clean the exterior surface with a clean, slightly damp, soft cloth.
• Never use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, chemical cleaners or scouring
agents to clean the kettle.
• Rinse out kettle and wipe dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Attention:
• Over time the stainless steel interior of the kettle may change color slightly.
This is caused by the intense heat of the heating element, especially if the
kettle was turned on repeatedly without water. This will not diminish the
performance of the kettle in any way.
• If your water has a high calcium content, calcium deposits might dull the
inside. Follow the instructions below for decalcification.
• Any servicing other than cleaning and user maintenance should be performed
by an authorized service agent.
Decalcification
Hard water can leave calcium spots inside the kettle that can slow down boiling
time. Use a commercial descaling agent, like Capresso Cleaning Solution and
follow the instructions that come with the agent. If the kettle takes longer to boil
or heat than usual, please follow descaling instructions below.
NOTE:
Make sure kettle is cool to the touch before descaling.
Use of Capresso Cleaning Solution
Dissolve 1 oz (28 g) of Capresso Cleaning Solution with 32 oz (1 L) of water and
pour mixture into kettle. Allow mixture to sit inside the kettle for 20-30 minutes.
Pour water and Cleaning Solution out and rinse the kettle 2-3 times with fresh,
clean water. DO NOT heat the kettle while descaling with Capresso Cleaning
Solution.
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Green 150º – 160ºF 2 – 4
White 175º – 180ºF 4 – 6
Yerba Mate 185ºF 3 – 5
Oolong 190ºF 5 – 8
Black 212ºF 4 – 6
Rooibos 212ºF 4 – 6
Herbal 212ºF 5 – 8
Tea Type Water Temperature Steep Time
(minutes)
