1. Vigtige sikkerhedsinstruktioner
Please read these safety instructions carefully before using the appliance. Incorrect use can lead to hazards.
- Always place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface, away from the edge of the countertop.
- Do not immerse the power base, cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
- Sørg for, at voltage angivet på apparatet svarer til din lokale netspændingtage før tilslutning.
- Do not operate the appliance if the power cord, plug, or the appliance itself is damaged. Contact qualified service personnel for repair.
- Hold apparatet og dets ledning utilgængeligt for børn.
- Avoid contact with hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs. Steam released during operation is hot.
- Do not fill the kettle above the maximum fill line or below the minimum fill line to prevent boiling dry or overflow.
- Tag stikket ud af stikkontakten, når den ikke er i brug, og før rengøring. Lad det køle af, før du sætter dele på eller af, og før du rengør apparatet.
- Dette apparat er kun til husholdningsbrug. Må ikke bruges udendørs.
2. Produktet er slutview
The GASTROBACK #42440 is a versatile 2-in-1 appliance functioning as both an automatic tea maker and a kettle. It features precise temperature control and programmable settings for various tea types.

Figur 2.1: Forside view of the GASTROBACK #42440 Tea and Automatic Kettle. The appliance features a clear glass carafe, a stainless steel base with control buttons, and a visible tea filter basket inside.
Komponenter:
- Glass Kettle (1.5 L capacity): For water and tea brewing.
- Stainless Steel Tea Filter: Til løsbladet te.
- Låg: With integrated tea filter mechanism.
- Power Base: Indeholder varmeelement og kontrolpanel.
- Kontrolpanel: Backlit LCD display and various function buttons.

Figur 2.2: Eksploderet view showing the separate components of the kettle: the glass carafe, the lid, and the tea filter assembly.
Kontrolpanelets funktioner:

Figur 2.3: Detaljeret view of the control panel with an LCD display showing "75°C 3:00m GREEN" and buttons for AUTO START, AUTO STEEP, TEMP/TIME, FAV./CUS., WATER, TEA, +, -, and KEEP WARM.
- LCD-skærm: Shows current temperature, brewing time, and selected tea program.
- AUTO START: Activates the 24-hour timer for delayed brewing.
- AUTO STEEP: Initiates automatic tea brewing.
- TEMP/TID: Adjusts water temperature or brewing time.
- FAV./CUS.: Selects favorite or custom tea programs.
- VAND: For boiling water only.
- TE: For tea brewing functions.
- +/- knapper: Adjusts values (temperature, time).
- HOLD VARM: Aktiverer holde varm-funktionen.
3. Opsætning og første brug
3.1 Udpakning
- Fjern forsigtigt alle emballagematerialer.
- Kontroller, at alle komponenter er til stede og ubeskadigede.
3.2 Indledende rengøring
Before first use, clean the kettle and tea filter:
- Wash the glass kettle, lid, and stainless steel tea filter with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.
- Tør strømbasen af med annonceamp klæde. Nedsænk ikke basen i vand.
- Perform a trial run by filling the kettle with water to the MAX line and boiling it. Discard the water. Repeat this process 2-3 times to remove any manufacturing residues.
3.3 Montering
- Place the power base on a dry, stable, and heat-resistant surface.
- Ensure the tea filter is correctly assembled and inserted into the lid.
- Place the lid with the tea filter onto the glass kettle.
- Place the assembled kettle onto the power base.

Figur 3.1: Eksploderet view illustrating the components of the stainless steel tea filter and its assembly within the lid.
4. Betjeningsvejledning
4.1 Kogende vand
- Fill the glass kettle with the desired amount of fresh water (between MIN and MAX marks).
- Placer elkedlen på strømbasen.
- Tryk på VAND button. The appliance will heat the water to 100°C.
- Once boiling is complete, the appliance will beep and switch off automatically.
4.2 Preparing Tea
- Fill the glass kettle with fresh water to the desired level.
- Open the lid and add your preferred loose leaf tea into the stainless steel tea filter. Close the lid securely.
- Placer elkedlen på strømbasen.
- Tryk på TE button. The default tea program (e.g., Green Tea) will be displayed.
- Brug TE button repeatedly to cycle through the 5 pre-set tea programs:
- Grøn te
- Sort te
- Oolong te
- Hvid te
- Urtete
- To adjust temperature or brewing time for the selected program, press the TEMP/TID knappen, og brug derefter + or - knapper.
- Temperature is adjustable from 50°C to 100°C in 5°C increments.
- Brewing time is adjustable according to tea type.
- Trykke AUTO STEEP to begin the brewing process. The tea filter will automatically lower into the hot water.
- Once brewing is complete, the tea filter will automatically raise, and the appliance will beep.

Figure 4.1: The GASTROBACK #42440 in operation, with the tea filter submerged in water, actively brewing tea.
4.3 Custom and Favorite Programs
The appliance allows for 4 individually programmable tea settings:
- Select a tea program using the TE knap.
- Adjust the desired temperature and brewing time using the TEMP/TID og +/- knapper.
- Tryk og hold på FAV./CUS. button to save the current settings as a custom program.
- To recall a custom program, press the FAV./CUS. button repeatedly until your desired program is displayed.
4.4 Hold varm funktion
After brewing, the appliance can keep your tea warm:
- Tryk på HOLD VARM button after brewing is complete.
- The keep warm time is adjustable (15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes). Use the +/- buttons to select the duration.
4.5 24-Hour Timer (Delayed Start)
To program the appliance to start brewing at a later time:
- Prepare the kettle with water and tea as described in section 4.2.
- Select your desired tea program, temperature, and brewing time.
- Tryk på AUTOMATISK START knap.
- Brug +/- knapperne til at indstille den ønskede forsinkelsestid (op til 24 timer).
- Confirm the setting. The appliance will start brewing automatically after the set delay.
5. Vedligeholdelse og rengøring
Regelmæssig rengøring sikrer optimal ydeevne og forlænger apparatets levetid.
5.1 Daglig rengøring
- Tag altid stikket ud af stikkontakten, og lad det køle helt af før rengøring.
- Remove the glass kettle from the power base.
- Disassemble the lid and tea filter. Wash the glass kettle, lid, and stainless steel tea filter with warm soapy water. Use a soft brush if necessary to clean the tea filter mesh.
- Rinse all parts thoroughly with clean water and dry completely.
- Tør ydersiden af strømbasen af med en blød, tør klud.amp klud. Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler, og nedsænk ikke basen i vand.
5.2 Afkalkning
Mineral deposits (limescale) can build up over time, affecting performance. Descale regularly, especially in hard water areas.
- Fyld kedlen med en blanding af vand og hvid eddike (f.eks. 1 del eddike til 2 dele vand) eller en kommerciel afkalkningsopløsning i henhold til produktvejledningen.
- Heat the solution to boiling point using the VAND fungere.
- Allow the solution to soak for 15-30 minutes (or as recommended by the descaling product).
- Hæld opløsningen ud, og skyl kedlen grundigt flere gange med frisk vand.
- Perform a trial boil with fresh water and discard to ensure all descaling residue is removed.
6. Fejlfinding
Inden du kontakter kundeservice, bedes du læse følgende fejlfindingsvejledning:
| Problem | Mulig årsag | Løsning |
|---|---|---|
| Apparatet tændes ikke. | Ingen strømforsyning. | Check if the plug is securely inserted into the power outlet. Check the circuit breaker. |
| Vandet varmes ikke op. | Kettle not properly seated on the base; heating element malfunction. | Ensure the kettle is correctly placed on the power base. If the issue persists, contact customer support. |
| Error code "E1" displayed. | Sensor error (e.g., temperature sensor). | Tag stikket ud af apparatet, vent et par minutter, og sæt det derefter i igen. Hvis fejlen fortsætter, skal du kontakte kundesupport. |
| Tea filter does not lower/raise. | Obstruction or mechanism fault. | Check for any tea leaves or debris obstructing the mechanism. Ensure the lid is correctly assembled. |
| Tea tastes weak or too strong. | Incorrect temperature or brewing time. | Adjust the temperature and brewing time according to your tea type and personal preference. Refer to section 4.2. |
7. Tekniske specifikationer
| Feature | Specifikation |
|---|---|
| Mærke | GASTROBACK |
| Modelnummer | 42440 |
| Kapacitet | 1.5 liter |
| Magt | 2000 watt |
| Voltage | 240 volt |
| Materiale | Rustfrit stål, glas |
| Dimensioner (L x B x H) | 29.8 x 22 x 36.7 cm |
| Vægt | 1 kilo |
| Temperaturområde | 50°C til 100°C (i trin på 5°C) |
| Hold varm funktion | Adjustable (15, 30, 45, 60 minutes) |
| Særlige funktioner | 5 pre-set tea programs, 4 individually programmable tea settings, 24-hour timer, backlit LCD display. |
8. Garanti og kundesupport
GASTROBACK products are manufactured with quality and care. This product comes with a standard manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
- For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official GASTROBACK webwebsted.
- For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or to inquire about spare parts, please contact GASTROBACK customer support. Contact details can typically be found on the manufacturer's webwebstedet eller på produktemballagen.





