1. Instrucións de seguridade importantes
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.
- Non mergulle a base de alimentación, o cable nin o enchufe en auga nin en ningún outro líquido.
- Asegurar o voltagO indicado no aparello corresponde ao seu volume de rede localtage antes de conectar.
- Do not operate the appliance if the power cord, plug, or the appliance itself is damaged. Contact qualified service personnel for repair.
- Manteña o aparello e o seu cable fóra do alcance dos nenos.
- 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.
- Desenchufe da toma cando non estea en uso e antes de limpalo. Deixar arrefriar antes de poñer ou quitar pezas e antes de limpar o aparello.
- Este aparello é só para uso doméstico. Non use ao aire libre.
2. Produto rematadoview
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.

Figura 2.1: Fronte 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.
Compoñentes:
- Glass Kettle (1.5 L capacity): For water and tea brewing.
- Stainless Steel Tea Filter: For loose leaf tea.
- Tapa: With integrated tea filter mechanism.
- Base de potencia: Contains heating element and control panel.
- Panel de control: Backlit LCD display and various function buttons.

Figura 2.2: Explotado view showing the separate components of the kettle: the glass carafe, the lid, and the tea filter assembly.
Funcións do panel de control:

Figura 2.3: detallada 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.
- Pantalla LCD: 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/TIME: Adjusts water temperature or brewing time.
- FAV./CUS.: Selects favorite or custom tea programs.
- AUGA: For boiling water only.
- TÉ: For tea brewing functions.
- Botóns +/-: Adjusts values (temperature, time).
- MANTÉNGASE QUENTO: Activa a función de manter quente.
3. Configuración e primeiro uso
3.1 Desembalaxe
- Retire con coidado todos os materiais de embalaxe.
- Comprobe que todos os compoñentes estean presentes e non danados.
3.2 Limpeza inicial
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.
- Limpa a base de enerxía co anuncioamp pano. Non mergullo a base na auga.
- 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 Asemblea
- 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.

Figura 3.1: Explotado view illustrating the components of the stainless steel tea filter and its assembly within the lid.
4. Instrucións de funcionamento
4.1 Auga fervendo
- Fill the glass kettle with the desired amount of fresh water (between MIN and MAX marks).
- Coloque a chaleira na base eléctrica.
- Preme o AUGA 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.
- Coloque a chaleira na base eléctrica.
- Preme o TEA button. The default tea program (e.g., Green Tea) will be displayed.
- Usa o TEA button repeatedly to cycle through the 5 pre-set tea programs:
- Té verde
- Té Negro
- Té Oolong
- Té Branco
- Té de herbas
- To adjust temperature or brewing time for the selected program, press the TEMP/HORA botón e, a continuación, use o + or - botóns.
- Temperature is adjustable from 50°C to 100°C in 5°C increments.
- Brewing time is adjustable according to tea type.
- Preme 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 TEA botón.
- Adjust the desired temperature and brewing time using the TEMP/HORA e +/- botóns.
- Manteña premido o 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 Función Manter quente
After brewing, the appliance can keep your tea warm:
- Preme o MANTÉNGASE QUENTO 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.
- Preme o INICIO AUTOMÁTICO botón.
- Usa o +/- buttons to set the desired delay time (up to 24 hours).
- Confirm the setting. The appliance will start brewing automatically after the set delay.
5. Mantemento e Limpeza
Unha limpeza regular garante un rendemento óptimo e prolonga a vida útil do teu electrodoméstico.
5.1 Limpeza diaria
- Desenchufe sempre o aparello e deixe que se arrefríe completamente antes de limpalo.
- 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.
- Wipe the exterior of the power base with a soft, damp pano. Non empregue produtos de limpeza abrasivos nin mergulle a base en auga.
5.2 Descalcificación
Mineral deposits (limescale) can build up over time, affecting performance. Descale regularly, especially in hard water areas.
- Encha a chaleira cunha mestura de auga e vinagre branco (por exemplo, 1 parte de vinagre por 2 partes de auga) ou unha solución descalcificadora comercial segundo as instrucións do produto.
- Heat the solution to boiling point using the AUGA función.
- Allow the solution to soak for 15-30 minutes (or as recommended by the descaling product).
- Pour out the solution and rinse the kettle thoroughly several times with fresh water.
- Perform a trial boil with fresh water and discard to ensure all descaling residue is removed.
6 Solución de problemas
Antes de contactar co servizo de atención ao cliente, consulte a seguinte guía de resolución de problemas:
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| O aparello non se acende. | Sen fonte de alimentación. | Check if the plug is securely inserted into the power outlet. Check the circuit breaker. |
| A auga non quenta. | 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). | Desconecte o aparello, agarde uns minutos e volva conécteo. Se o erro persiste, póñase en contacto co servizo de atención ao cliente. |
| 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. Especificacións técnicas
| Característica | Especificación |
|---|---|
| Marca | GASTROBACK |
| Número de modelo | 42440 |
| Capacidade | 1.5 litros |
| Poder | 2000 vatios |
| Voltage | 240 voltios |
| Material | Aceiro inoxidable, vidro |
| Dimensións (L x W x H) | 29.8 x 22 x 36.7 cm |
| Peso | 1 quilogramos |
| Rango de temperatura | 50 °C a 100 °C (en incrementos de 5 °C) |
| Función Manter quente | Adjustable (15, 30, 45, 60 minutes) |
| Características especiais | 5 pre-set tea programs, 4 individually programmable tea settings, 24-hour timer, backlit LCD display. |
8. Garantía e atención ao cliente
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 websitio.
- 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 websitio web ou na embalaxe do produto.





