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INSTRUCTION
AND RECIPE
BOOKLET
™
PerfecTemp Programmable
TEA-100
Tea Steeper & Kettle
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11. Always put kettle on base, then plug IMPORTANT cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, push button to Off, then remove plug SAFEGUARDS from wall outlet. When using an electrical appliance, basic 12. Do not use appliance for other than safety precautions should always be taken, intended use. including the following: 13. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. during the heating cycle. 2. Unplug from outlet when not in use 14. Twist-lock lid securely ont
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: RISK Of fIRE 1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat OR ELECTRIC surface. SHOCK 2. Remove the instruction book and any The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol other literature. Remove the kettle lid. within an equilateral triangle is intended to 3. Turn the box on its side and slide the alert the user to the presence of uninsulated unit from the box. dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient 4. The base is loc
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A BRIEf HISTORy Of TEA THE HEALTH BENEfITS Of TEA The origins of tea can be traced back nearly Many teas are brimming with healthful 5,000 years to a legendary emperor of benefits like natural vitamins, minerals, China, an herbalist. It is believed that leaves and antioxidants. Drinking any tea from twigs he was burning floated into a rehydrates the body, and its antioxidants kettle of boiling water. Thus tea was born may offer protections against a wide range and soon flourished throughou
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fEATURES AND BENEfITS 1. 1. Kettle Lid for use when heating water without steeping, or serving iced tea 2. Steeping Assembly for use when 2a. steeping tea a. Steeper Lid turns to raise and lower tea infuser 2b. b. Tea Infuser Cover c. Tea Infuser holds loose or bagged tea d. Infuser Holder Tabs 2c. e. Infuser Holder 3. Removable Spout filter 2d. 4. Stay-Cool Handle 5. Glass Kettle with easy-to-read water level markings 2e. 6. Power Base with 360° Swivel 7. C
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indicating that the unit is ready to steep OPERATION tea. A recommended steeping time, determined by the tea selected, will begin SETUP flashing in the LCD display. 1. Remove steeping assembly Note: Your unit will maintain the selected from kettle by aligning the temperature and continue flashing steep infuser tab arrows in the time for 5 minutes. If Time Start is not unlocked position and lifting pressed, the unit will enter Keep Warm up, by the infuser tabs. mode. 2. Add fresh,
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Once the kettle has cooled down, lift ICED TEA it off the base, then replace it to reset. Any tea can be iced. Simply increase the The quickest way to cool the unit down amount of tea and steep for the is to fill the kettle with cold water. recommended time (see our recipe on page 11). Once steeped, make sure your unit is CLEANING, CARE AND no longer heating or in Keep Warm mode, and remove the steeping assembly. Add ice mAINTENANCE and/or cold water up to the top of the glass Unp
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TROUBLESHOOTING SUBJECT QUESTION ANSWER/SOLUTION Power Why won’t my unit Check to make sure your base is plugged into a functional out- let and press the On/Off button. turn on? Lift and replace the kettle on the base to make sure it is prop- erly in place and press the On/Off button. Contact Customer Service at 1-800-726-0190. Why is my unit The unit will shut off automatically after Keep Warm time has elapsed. This is normal. turning itself off? The unit will shut off automatically after th
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RECIPES ® ™ We’ve included a variety of tea recipes to enjoy with your Cuisinart PerfecTemp Programmable Tea Steeper & Kettle. Loose teas can be found in most supermarkets, but for additional tisane, herbs, flowers and other ingredients to make your favorite blends, head to your local natural food store. Many tea houses and cafes not only serve tea, but also sell blends and single ingredients. Always check online retailers as well. Don’t forget to use the kettle lid to prepare hot water
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Vitamin C Tea “Sweet” White Tea Perfect for that extra antioxidant boost. This white tea blend uses dried blueberries and vanilla to give it a hint of natural sweetness. Makes 4 servings Makes 4 servings 4 cups water 4 cups water 1½ teaspoons loose oolong tea 1½ teaspoons loose white tea 1½ teaspoons dried hibiscus ½ teaspoon dried hibiscus 1½ teaspoons rose hips ¼ teaspoon dried spearmint ½ teaspoon dried ginger or peppermint ¼ teaspoon lemon balm 3 teaspoons dried blueberries 2 5-inch s
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Chai Apple-Cinnamon Tea A smooth and mild version, this tea is traditionally The perfect tea to warm up with in the fall months. served sweet and with milk. Makes 4 servings Makes 4 servings 4 cups water 4 cups water 4 whole cinnamon sticks* 3 whole cinnamon sticks* ¾ cup chopped, dried apples 1 vanilla bean, chopped 1½ teaspoons loose black tea ¾ teaspoon dried ginger 3 teaspoons mulling spices 1½ teaspoons allspice berries ® ™ Fill the Cuisinart PerfecTemp Programmable Tea 2 teaspoons c
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To serve: Put 2 tablespoons each of the plumped Bubble Tea tapioca, sugar syrup and half & half into a tall glass. An Asian treat, the “bubbles” (large pearl tapioca) Add 1 cup of the tea into the glass and stir to are an acquired taste, but they are what really combine. Add ice if you desire a cooler drink. make this delicious tea special. A lot of these steps Repeat with second serving. can be done the day before so that they can chill/ Serving note: Traditionally, Bubble Tea is served
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Ginger Jasmine Lavender-Green Tea mar-“tea”-ni This tea is equally delicious hot or iced. It can be turned into a refreshing sorbet as well. Makes two 5-ounce drinks Ginger Syrup: Makes 4 servings ½ cup water 3½ cups water ½ cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons dried lavender 2 tablespoons chopped ginger 4 teaspoons green tea (approximately from one ™ 2-inch piece of ginger) Fill the Cuisinart PerfecTemp Programmable Tea Tea: Steeper & Kettle with water. 4 cups water Put both the
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BEfORE RETURNING yOUR CUISINART® WARRANTy PRODUCT Limited Three-year Warranty ® ™ If your Cuisinart PerfecTemp Tea Steeper & This warranty is available to consumers only. You Kettle should prove to be defective within the ® are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart warranty period, we will repair or, if we think ™ PerfecTemp Tea Steeper & Kettle that was necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, purchased at retail for personal, family or please call our Customer Service Center tol
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Version no: TEA100 IB-10504 Size: 152 mm (W) X 203 mm (H) Total Pages: 16pps Material: Cover: 157gsm matt artpaper Inside: 120gsm gloss artpaper Coating: Gloss varnishing in cover Color: Cover: 4C+1C(K) Inside: 1C+1C(K) Die cut: Bar Code: Date: 07/06/11 (01) Coordinator: Astor You C M Y
