BLOOMFIELD INDUSTRIES
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
Customer Service (775) 345-0444 Ext.502
fax: (775) 345-0569
GENERAL OPERATION GUIDE FOR TEA BREWERS
Model 8748 Brewer
with optional
8602 Server
Op600 013102 cps
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY STATEMENT
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GENERAL USE AND CARE
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION
OPERATION
CLEANING
MAINTENANCE (Deliming)
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure
that it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
IMPORTANT:
This is a general guide only. Always refer to the specific manual for your equipment. The Owners
Manual contains electrical specifications as well as the information needed to properly install the
appliance, and to use, care for and maintain or repair the appliance in a manner which will ensure
its optimum performance.
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GENERAL USE AND CARE
KEEP IT DRY
3. Use the proper tools in the proper way to
clean your Bloomfield equipment:
a. Soft cloth and plastic scouring pads are
generally safe to use on stainless steel.
b. Stainless steel pads may be used ONLY
IF the scrubbing motion is in the direction
of the visible grain. DO NOT use a
circular motion.
While all equipment must be cleaned regularly, it
is important that water not be introduced into the
interior. Water will degrade insulation, damage
equipment components and create an electric
shock hazard.
1. Never submerge brewers, airpots or servers in
water unless it is specifically stated in the
Owners Manual that it is safe to do so.
c. In the absence of visible grain, use only
soft cloth or plastic pads. Scrub only in a
linear motion along the longest axis of the
equipment.
d. Daily cleaning should be performed with a
clean, soft cloth MOISTENED with water
and mild detergent, and rinsed with a
clean, soft cloth MOISTENED with clean
water.
2. Do not use a hose or jet stream to wash
equipment, or to wash over, under or around
equipment. Bloomfield brewers are not jet
stream approved.
3. Do not spill, pour or spray water onto or over
any warmers, wiring, controls or control panel.
4. Bloomfield brewers should never become
heavily soiled. However, if heavy cleaning
IS required, use only non-chloride and non-
ammonia cleansers:
CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL
1. Bloomfield brewers are constructed of high
quality stainless steel, As long as the
stainless steel surface is intact, the equipment
will not rust or corrode.
a. DO NOT use any cleanser listed as
“chlorinated”.
b. DO NOT use any cleanser listing
“ammonia” or “ammonium” in its contents.
c. Contact your cleaning materials supplier
for suitable alkaline cleansers.
2. The surface can be damaged by mechanical
abrasion, hard water deposits and chlorine:
a. NEVER use steel wool, wire brushes or
metal scrapers to clean the equipment.
These will damage the surface of the
stainless steel.
DESCALING AND DELIMING
b. Hard water deposits left behind when
water is evaporated can damage the
surface.
1. In areas where tap water has a high mineral
content, brewer heating elements and tanks
may develop lime deposits.
c. Chlorides from chlorinated cleansers,
calcium/lime/rust removers (e.g. muriatic
acid), even heavily chlorinated city water
can attack the surface and allow the
stainless steel to rust.
d. DO NOT use any highly caustic cleaners
on equipment. Use of highly caustic
cleaners will attack the surface and allow
the stainless steel to rust.
2. Regular cleaning with a coffee brewer
deliming cleaner is recommended to prevent
the build-up of lime and scale deposits.
Recommendation: A water softening device
or a cartridge-type filtration device may be
used to minimize lime build-up.
e. LIMIT USE of strong caustic cleaners on
equipment. Rinse thoroughly with a
vinegar and water solution to neutralize
any residue. Failure to do so may cause
damage to the surface and allow the
stainless steel to rust.
f. Cleansers containing ammonia will attack
the surface and allow the stainless steel to
rust.
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Bloomfield brewers are intended for use in commercial
establishments only.
WARNING:
Electric
Unless otherwise stated, Bloomfield brewers are intended to
hot beverages for human consumption. No other use is
recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.
Shock Hazard
All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated
electrical components must
be performed by a factory
authorized technician.
DO NOT open any access
panel which requires the use
of tools.
Operators of the equipment must be familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.
Cleanliness of appliances is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.
CAUTION:
Risk of
Disconnect the appliance from electrical power before performing any
maintenance or servicing.
Damage
DO NOT submerge an appliance in water. Bloomfield brewers are not
jet stream approved. Do not direct water jet or steam jet at this brewer
or at any control panel or wiring. Do not splash or pour water on, in or
over any warmer, controls, control panel or wiring. Do not wash floor
or counter around this appliance with water or steam jet.
DO NOT connect or ener-
gize any appliance until all
installation instructions are
read and followed. Damage
to the appliance will result if
installation instructions are
not followed.
Exposed surfaces of appliances can be hot to the touch and may
cause burns. Warmer surfaces will be very hot when in use. Contact
will cause severe injury.
Do not operate any appliance if the control panel is damaged. Do not
operate any appliance if the keypad section of an electronic control
panel is torn or broken. Call your Bloomfield Agent for service.
CAUTION:
Hot Surface
Protect electric power cords from damage and abrasion. Do not drape
an electric power cord over sharp edges or hot objects.
Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.
Maintain all required clearances. Do not stack or store materials
within clearance areas. Do not store flammable or combustible
materials near appliances.
Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.
Operation manual are considered to be a permanent part of the
associated appliance. The manual and all supplied instructions,
diagrams, schematics, parts breakdown illustrations, notices and
labels must remain with the appliance if it is sold or moved to another
location.
Bloomfield brewers are made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted,
appliances have American sizes on all hardware.
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OPERATION
CAUTION:
BREWING TEA
Hot Surface
1. Use a clean brew chamber. Inspect the brew chamber to ensure
that it is free from tea leave from the previous brew.
Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.
CAUTION:
Hot
Brew chamber and contents
will be hot.
2. Be sure the wire rack is in place in the bottom of the brew
chamber.
3. Insert one (1) genuine Bloomfield paper filter in the bottom of the
brew chamber.
4. Pour the proper amount of fresh tea leaves into the brew chamber.
5. Gently shake the brew chamber to ensure an even distribution of
tea leaves.
6. Slide the brew chamber into place under the brew head.
7. Position an empty dispenser on the base of the brewer. Be sure
the brewing cover is properly positioned so that the cold water
bypass nozzle is aligned with the slot in the cover.
8. When the "Ready-to-Brew" light glows the brewer is ready to brew
tea. Press and release the "Brew Start" switch to begin the brew
cycle.
9. The brew cycle is completed when tea is finished dripping from the
brew chamber. Remove the brew chamber and discard the used
filter and tea leaves.
10. Fresh brewed tea is now ready to serve from the faucet on the
dispenser.
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CLEANING
CAUTION:
Burn Hazard
PROCEDURE: Clean Tea Brewer
PRECAUTIONS: Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool.
Brewing and serving
temperatures of coffee are
extremely hot.
Hot coffee will cause
serious skin burns.
FREQUENCY:
TOOLS:
Daily
Mild Detergent, Clean Soft Cloth or Sponge
Bristle Brush.
1. Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool before cleaning.
CAUTION:
Electric Shock
2. Remove and empty dispenser.
Hazard
Do not submerge or immerse
brewer in water.
3. Remove and empty
brew chamber.
4. Remove the spray disk
from the brew head:
Press up on the spray
disk ears, then turn the
disk to the left to
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT use steel wool, sharp
objects, or caustic, abrasive or
chlorinated cleansers to clean
the brewer.
unlatch. Remove the
gasket from inside the
brew head.
5. Wipe inside of brew
head and area around
the brew head with a
soft clean cloth or sponge moistened with clean water.
6. Wash the spray disk in a sink using warm water and a mild
detergent. A bristle brush may be used to clear clogged
spray holes. Rinse the spray disk with clean water and allow
to air dry.
7. Wash the brew chamber in a sink using warm water and a
mild detergent. A bristle brush may be used to clean the
inside. Rinse with clean water and allow to air dry. Be sure
the wire rack is properly reinstalled.
8. Wipe the exterior of the brewer with a soft clean cloth or
sponge moistened with clean water.
10. Reinstall the gasket INSIDE the brew head, then reinstall the
spray disk.
11. Reinstall the brew chamber.
12. Clean dispenser interior and brew cover with mild detergent.
A bristle brush may be used. Rinse with clean water and
allow to air dry.
13. Clean sight glass with a sight glass brush.
14. Disassemble faucet to clean. Rinse and reassemble.
Procedure is complete
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION -
CHEMICAL BURN
HAZARD
PROCEDURE: Delime the Water Tank
PRECAUTIONS: Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool.
Deliming chemicals are caustic.
Wear appropriate protective
gloves and goggles during this
procedure.
Never siphon deliming
chemicals or solutions by
mouth.
FREQUENCY:
TOOLS:
As required (Brewer slow to heat)
Deliming Solution
Protective Gloves, Goggles & Apron
Mild Detergent, Clean Soft Cloth or Sponge
Bristle Brush, Bottle Brush
This operation should only be
performed by qualified and
experienced service personnel.
Large Sink (or other appropriate work area)
1. Disconnect brewer from the electrical supply. Turn off the
water shut-off valve and disconnect the water supply line
from the brewer inlet fitting.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill,
splash or pour water or deliming
solution into or over any internal
component other than the inside
of the water tank.
2. Remove the tank lid assembly as described on page 13.
3. Remove the water tank from the brewer body by lifting
straight up. Empty all water from the tank. Set the tank back
into the brewer.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow
any internal components to
come into contact with the
deliming solution. Take care to
keep all internal components
dry.
4. Mix 2 quarts of deliming solution according to the
manufacturer’s directions. Carefully pour the deliming
solution into the water tank. Lower the lid assembly back
onto the tank. Allow to sit for 30 minutes, or as directed by
the manufacturer.
5. At end of soaking period, remove lid assembly from tank.
Thoroughly rinse internal components of lid assembly with
clear water. Using a stiff bristle brush, scrub the heating
element (and faucet water coil on automatic brewers) to
remove lime and calcium build-up. Rinse with clean water.
Store lid assembly in a safe location .
NOTE: Repeat steps 4 thru 5
as required to remove all scale
and lime build-up.
6. Remove the tank from the brewer and empty. Using a stiff
bristle brush, scrub the interior of the water tank to remove
lime and calcium build-up. Rinse with clean water.
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MAINTENANCE (continued)
7. Set the tank back into the brewer. Reassemble the tank lid to
the water tank. Make sure the gasket is properly in place,
then reinstall the hold-down strap.
NOTE: Normally, silicone
hoses do not need to be
delimed. Should deliming
hoses become necessary,
Bloomfield recommends
replacing the hoses.
8. Reinstall wiring to heating element and thermostat. Reinstall
the hi-limit thermostat (if removed). For brewers with hot
water faucet, reassemble faucet piping. Verify that all internal
components are dry, then reinstall the top panel.
10. Reconnect brewer to electrical supply and, for automatic
brewers, reconnect water supply.
11. Install the brew chamber without filter paper or grounds.
Run at least three full brew cycles and discard all water
generated.
12. Brewer is ready to use.
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TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Water won’t heat
Brewer unplugged or circuit
breaker tripped
Check power supply cord
Check / reset circuit breaker
Thermostat set too low
Set for desired temperature
Hi-Limit thermostat tripped
Allow to cool
Reset hi-limit (8786, 8788)
Damaged internal component or Examine wiring & connectors,
wiring
thermostat and heating element
Repair/replace as needed
Coffee level too high or low
Brew chamber overflows
Timer out of adjustment
Adjust timer
Too many filter papers or wrong Use one (1) genuine Bloomfield
filter paper
filter per brew
Brew chamber dispense hole
plugged
Thoroughly clean brew chamber
Too much tea leaves
Adjust tea amount
Sprays water from brew head
No brew
Spray gasket improperly
installed
Check/reinstall gasket on
INSIDE of brew head
Spray disk plugged
Clean spray disk
Water supply OFF
Turn water supply ON
Clean strainer (see pg. 14)
Replace filter element
Replace switch
Water line strainer plugged
Water filter (if used) plugged
Bad BREW switch
Damaged internal component or Examine wiring & connectors,
wiring
brew switch and solenoid
Repair/replace as needed
No flow from dilution nozzle
Poor coffee quality
Dilution ratio out of adjustment
Nozzle or tubing plugged
Water not hot enough
Adjust dilution ratio
Disassemble, clean
Adjust water temp 195-205ºF
Adjust dilution ratio
Dilution ratio out of adjustment
Keep brewer and dispenser clean. Install a taste and odor filter in
water supply, and replace cartridges regularly. Use a quality tea.
Use proper amount of tea per brew.
SURVIVAL GUIDE
Keep a spare brewer available.
Due to the potential for injury, alternate methods of brewing tea are
not recommended.
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NOTES
AUTHORIZED BLOOMFIELD SERVICE CENTER
CONTACT
ADDRESS
PHONE #
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Bloomfield Industries, Inc.
Division of Carrier Refrigeration
PO. Box 280 Verdi, NV. 89439
Telephone (775)345-0444 Fax (888)492-2783
Service: (888)492-2782
Bloomfield Industries Canada Limited
Division of Carrier Refrigeration
5850 Keaton Cresent
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5R 3K2
Telephone (905)507-1700 Fax (905)507-1777
Toll Free (877)507-1700
e-mail: [email protected]
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