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Instruction Manual
FRESH BREW
VACUUM INSULATED
STAINLESS FRENCH PRESS
Model No. S K -X A E 10
Please read these instructions before use.
and keep for future reference.
. • Be sure that all parts are attached
firmly before each use.i
Name of Each Part
A
ccessory
Coffe
e Scoop
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This produc
t is not leak proof.
> The illustrations used in this instruction manual may vary from the actual product
you have purchased.
S K -X A E (E) / B
-Ç Plunger Set
Knob
Lid
Lid Gasket
Filter Set )
Grit Block Disk j
Half-Blocked j
Filter Plate
Mesh
Sealing Ring
( Lid S e t)
Lid Cover
How to Brew French Pressed Coffee
Important Safeguards
Please follow these instructions to prevent scalding,
deterioration and discoloration of beverages,
and malfunction or staining of the product.
Keep out of the reach of infants and
small children. Do not allow them to play
with this product.
Mishandling may cause injury or scalding.
Do not use in direct sunlight or near open
flames from sources such as stoves.
Doing so may cause scalding, deformation or
discoloration of the product.
Do not place near open flames (from gas
stoves) or on top of electric heaters or IH
cooking devices.
Doing so may cause fire or damage.
Only use the product on a dry, flat, stable
surface where it will not slip.
This product uses hot water. Always take
sufficient precautions against scalding
when using it.
Do not use the product for any purpose
other than brewing coffee.
Do not use the product if it is damaged or
deformed.
Do not use the product if its thermal
insulation performance has deteriorated.
The outside of the Main Body will become
very hot when filled with hot beverage and
may cause burns.
Do not disassemble to repair.
Doing so may cause damage or an accident.
Do not heat in a microwave.
Doing so may cause sparks, deform or
discolor the product.
Never remove the sticker on
the bottom of the Main
Body.
Doing so may cause rust,
holes, or other damage.
Sticker
Do not allow a hot kettle
to touch the Mouth of the
Main Body.
Doing so may cause burns
if the product is tipped over.
It may also cause scratches
or deformation of the
product.
Mouth
Hold the handle firmly when carrying the
product.
• Do not tilt the product or carry it on its
side.
Doing so may cause burns or stains.
• Do not carry the product by the Knob
or Lid.
The product may fall and cause scalding
or injury.
When the product is filled with a
beverage, do not turn it over or lay it on
its side.
Even if the Spout is closed, the beverage
may leak and cause scalding or stains.
Clean the Main Body and Plunger Set
before using the product for the first
time.
Only use medium-coarse or coarse
coffee ground.
If you use fine coffee grounds, the pressure
inside the Main Body will rise and the
beverage may spurt out, causing scalding,
injury, or damage.
Do not fill the Main Body above the
Maximum Water Level Line.
The beverage may overflow when the
Plunger Set is inserted if filled above the
Maximum Water Level
Line on the Main Body. It
may also leak afterwards.
Beverage Level
Maximum Water
Level Line
M A X
Please follow these instructions to prevent scalding,
Important Safeguards deterioration and discoloration of beverages,
and malfunction or staining of the product.
Use the product with the Lid Set attached
securely, and close the Spout after use.
Hot beverages may leak and cause
scalding. It may also cause stains.
Follow the points below when pushing
down the Knob.
• Do not force down the Knob.
Doing so may cause scalding or injury.
• Make sure that the Handle is aligned
with STEEP * PRESS on the Lid Cover,
then slowly push down the Knob.
Not doing so may cause scalding, injury
or damage.
Do not drink directly from the product.
Doing so may cause scalding. Pour the
beverage into a cup before drinking.
Do not use if water can be heard inside
the Vacuum Layer.
This may reduce the
product’s ability to retain
heat and cause scalding.
Also, if the water seeps out
from the interior, drinking it
may cause health
problems.
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acuum Layer
Always use the product with the Lid
Gasket and Sealing Ring attached.
The beverage may leak and cause scalding
or stains. It may also cause stains.
Do not fill the product with a beverage
while the Plunger Set is inserted.
The beverage may overflow and cause
scalding.
Do not leave beverages in the product
over a long period.
Doing so may cause contents to spoil,
degenerate, or produce an odor.
Immediately after each use, thoroughly
clean the Plunger Set and the Interior.
Then, wipe off any moisture and allow to
dry well.
Leaving them dirty after use may lead to
damage such as rust or holes.
Do not attach parts other than those
specifically designed for this product.
Doing so may cause scalding due to the
beverage leaking. It may also cause damage
or stains.
Do not abruptly tilt the product when
pouring.
The beverage may gush out and cause
scalding.
Do not shake the product when filled
with beverage.
Doing so may cause scalding or injury.
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Warnings & Cautions
Avoid dropping or hitting the product
against hard surfaces.
Damage to plastic parts or the surface of
the Main Body may reduce its ability to
retain heat.
Do not scrape or rub the design on the
Main Body with excessive force.
The design may come off.
Follow the points below when cleaning
the product.
• Do not use chlorine bleach.
Doing so may cause rust, holes, or other
damage.
• Do not boil the product or use a
dishwasher or dish dryer.
Doing so may cause scratches, rust,
deformation, or other damage.
Do not place cans or bottles inside the
Main Body.
Doing so may cause deformation or damage
the product.
Never fill the product with the following:
• Ice or other hard substances
When pushing down the Knob, they may come in contact with the Mesh and damage
the Half-Blocked Filter Plate.
• Milk, dairy beverages, fruit juice, syrup, etc.
Contents may spoil. In addition, if left for a long time, spoilage may produce gases that
cause the pressure inside the Main Body to rise and the beverage to spurt out.
• Fruit pulp or tea leaves
They may clog the product or leak, causing scalding or damage.
• Dry ice or carbonated drinks
The pressure inside the Main Body will rise and the beverage may spurt out, or the
Plunger Set may become damaged and fly off.
• Liquids high in sodium such as soup or Kobu-cha
Although the liner is made of 18/8 stainless steel, salt could cause rust, resulting in loss
of thermal insulation.
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How to Disassemble / Assemble Parts
Plunger Set
To Disassemble
(D Remove the Cap by turning in
the REMOVE direction.
Turn in the
REMOVE
& < s direction.
(D Pull the Filter Set and Lid Set
off of the Rod.
To Assemble
(1) Insert the Rod through the Lid
Set and then the Filter Set.
The side with the
Lid Cover should
face up.
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The side with
the Grit Block
Disk should
face up.
(
2
) Turn the Cap
in the
ATTACH
direction.
•T w is t the Cap all
the way so that it
is securely locked in place.
Turn in the
ATTACH
direction.
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How to Disassemble / Assemble Parts (continued)
To Disassemble
(D Push the Tabs on the underside
of the Lid Cover outward to
remove the Lid Cover.
(D Place your finger on the Notch
near the Tab and pull in the
direction of the arrow as shown
in the illustration to remove.
To Assemble
© Attach the Lid Gasket with the
Ridge facin
g out.
Ridge is facing out.
•A tta ch the Lid Gasket correctly.
(Hot beverages may leak and cause
scalding.)
Cross Section
Lid Gasket
Notch
Lid Gasket
(!) Attach the Lid Cover to the Lid.
• Make sure that the L
id Cover is
securely attached.
Lid Cover
Tabs on the
Lid Cover
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How to Disassemble / Assemble Parts (continued)
To Disassemble
<D Insert your finger between the
Half-Blocked Filter Plate and Grit
Block Disk to rem ove the Grit
Block Disk.
•Y o u can remove it more easily if
you gently press the Tabs outward.
Grit Block Disk
(
2
) Pinch the Sealing Ring at the
recess of the Half-Blocked Filter
Plate and rem ove the Sealing
Ring.
• Do not push the Mesh.
•T h e Sealing Ring may be oily after
use. Use a cloth to easily pinch and
remove.
To Assemble
(D Attach the Sealing Ring with the
Ridge facing out.
•A tta c h the Sealing Ring correctly.
Sealing Ring
(D Attach the Grit Block Disk to the
Half-Blocked Filter Plate.
•A tta c h the Grit Block Disk so that
the side with the projections is on
top.
Grit Block Disk
Attach it
securely so that
it clicks into
place.
Half-Blocked
Filter Plate
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Using the French Press
•Th orough ly clean the Plunger Set and Interior with lukewarm water before
use.
•The product may initially have a plastic odor, but this will fade
with use.
•Make sure that all the parts of the Plunger Set are correctly
attached before use.
•Keep the Main Body upright when carrying the product.
•The Spout has a sharp lip to prevent dribbling and assure a
clean pour. Please be careful not to touch the Spout when
turning the Lid.
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1 Remove the Plunger Set
© Lift up the Knob.
(
2
) Turn the Lid in the direction of the arrow.
(D Remove the Plunger Set.
The product will retain heat more effectively if you preheat it for about
1 minute by filling the Main Body with
hot w ater in advance.
(Do not fill the Main Body above the
Maximum W ater Level Line.)
^ M A X
Maximum Water
Level Line
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Knob
Using the French Press (continued)
2 Add coffee grounds and hot water
(D Add coffee grounds (m edium-coarse or coarse grind) to the Main
Body using the supplied Coffee Scoop.
(
2
) Add hot water at a tem perature of approx. 200-203°F (approx. 93-95°C).
Stir with a stirrer or similar to make sure the coffee grounds are
steeped in hot water.
• Do not add hot water above the Maximum Water Level Line.
• If filling to the Maximum Water Level Line, first fill until slightly below the
Maximum Water Level Line and stir with a stirrer or spoon. Then, add hot
water to the Maximum Water Level Line.
• If you stir with too much force, coffee grounds will stick to the Interior. In this
case, push the coffee grounds back into the water using a spoon.
• French Press Coffee Brewing Guideline#
Serving Size
Coffee Grounds
(in Zojirushi Coffee Scoop)
Hot Water
1 serving
1 scoop (approx. 8g / 0.28 oz.)
150mL (5 oz.)
6 servings 6 scoops (approx. 48g /1.68 oz.)
900mL (30 oz.)
•A d ju st the amount of coffee grounds according to your taste.
Coffee Scoop
1 leveled scoop of coffee grounds
(approx. 8g /
0.28 oz. / 2 Tbsp.)
Line for 1/2 scoop
(approx. 4g /
0.14 oz. /1 Tbsp.)
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Using the French Press (continued)
3 Attach the Plunger Set and steep for 4 minutes
(D Turn the Lid Cover in the direction of the arrow to align STEEP *
PRESS with the Tab.
(
2
) Lift up the Knob and align the A with the Spout.
(D Insert the Plunger Set into the Main Body.
• Make sure that the marks on the Lid and Handle align as illustrated.
(§) Turn the Plunger Set in the direction of the arrow to align the mark
on the Tab to the m ark on the Handle.
•T h e Plunger Set will be easier to turn if you turn it with your finger on the Tab.
(5) Keep the plunger in the raised position and steep for 4 minutes.
Lid Cover
Plunger Set)
Mark on the
top of the Lid
Mark on
the Handle
(5 Steep
for 4 mins.
*
Mark on the
Tab
Mark on
the Handle
Using the French Press (continued) ISK-XAE (E) /~B
4 Press down the Knob and pour the coffee
(D Slowly press down the Knob, taking about 10-15 seconds.
• If the Knob is difficult to push down, slightly lift the Knob and allow to sit
shortly, then press down the Knob again.
• Do not press down the Knob with excessive force. (Beverage may overflow.)
(
2
) Turn the Lid Cover in the direction of the arrow to align OPEN with
the Tab.
(D Pour the coffee into a cup.
• Before pouring, make sure that the Main Body, Lid, Lid Cover, and Knob are
in the correct position. (Otherwise, the Lid may come off when pouring or the
beverage may come out of an area other than the Spout and cause scalding
or injury.)
(!) After pouring, turn the Lid Cover to close the Spout.
When aligned, the blocked side of the
Half-Blocked Filter Plate should face the Spout.
The blocked side of the Half-Blocked Filter Plate
prevents over-extracted coffee from pouring out.
Blocked Side
Align the ^ with the Spout.
Knob
Lid Cover
*
Taking Care of Your French Press
Clean the product after each use to prevent odors, stain, mold, and to keep the
product sanitary.
•T h e Rod and Filter Set are hot after use. Allow to cool before cleaning.
•Bevera ge may pool in the Filter Plate Set after the final pour. Remove the
Plunger Set from the Main Body, then tilt the Plunger Set to drain any remaining
beverage from the Filter Plate Set before cleaning.
•T h e Spout has a sharp lip to prevent dribbling and assure a clean pour. Please
be careful when cleaning.
•A lw ays disassem ble the product before cleaning, (see pg. 6-8)
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Exterior
Plunger Set
Coffee Scoop
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© Wash with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid using a
soft sponge.
© Rinse and wipe off any moisture and let dry thoroughly.
•C om pletely disassemble the Plunger Set before
cleaning/drying.
(see pg. 6-8 “How to Disassemble / Assemble Parts”)
•C le an difficult-to-reach areas with
a small brush sold in stores.
•C le an the center of the Lid with
running water after each use.
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Interior
(D Wash with warm w ater and mild dishwashing liquid using a
soft sponge with a handle.
© Rinse and wipe off any moisture and let dry thoroughly.
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To Remove Rust Spots and Water Stains:
You may find rust spots or water stains caused by impurities in the water. To
remove these stains, fill the Main Body with hot w ater with 10% vinegar and allow
to stand for 30 minutes to an hour without inserting the Plunger Set. Then wash
the Interior thoroughly, (see pg. 13 “Taking Care of Your French Press”)
To Remove Coffee Stains:
To remove stains from the Interior, a food safe coffee pot cleaner is
recommended for cleaning.
(When cleaning the Interior using a food safe coffee pot cleaner, remove the
Plunger Set.)
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Taking Care of Your French Press (continued)
When Cleaning Your Product:
•Do not boil to sanitize or use a dishwasher or dish-dryer.
•Do not clean using paint thinner, polishing powders, abrasive
cleansers, scrub brushes (nylon, metal wire, etc.), melamine sponges,
the nylon side of an abrasive sponge, or any similar items.
Doing so may damage the product.
•Do not use chlorine bleach. In addition, do not use even non-chlorine
bleach to clean the exterior of the Main Body, as it may cause the print
or stickers to come off.
•Do not soak in water for an extended period of time.
•If the product is not going to be used for an extended period, wash
thoroughly with cold or lukewarm water and dry well. Store the product
away from high temperatures and humidity.
High temperatures and humidity may damage the product.
Replacement Parts
•R ep lacem ent parts may be available for an additional charge. Please replace
damaged parts only with new parts.
•W he n replacing parts, please record the model number and part name
beforehand. Parts can be purchased through Zojirushi.com, by contacting
Zojirushi Customer Service, or the store where you purchased the product.
Zojirushi Customer Service
1-800-733-6270 www.zojirushi.com
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Part Names (see pg. 1 “Name of Each Part”)
Part Numbers
Lid Gasket
BS266003M -00
Sealing Ring
BS 2 66011M-00
Coffee Scoop BS 2 66022 L-01
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Replacing th
e Lid Gasket, Sealing Ring and Lid:
We take care in only using materials that are safe and hygienic for food contact.
However, if plastic parts become damaged or their surface becomes rough,
please replace them for optimum performance. The Lid and other consumable
parts may need to be replaced due to time and wear. Please check them about
once a year.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Cause
Solution
Beverage leaks
from a part other
than the Spout.
Are the Lid and Lid Gasket
attached correctly?
Check the position and direction in
which the Lid Gasket is attached,
and make sure that the Lid is not
loose, (see pg. 7,11)
Is the Lid or Lid Gasket
dirty?
Clean the parts according to the
instructions, (see pg. 13-14 “Taking
Care of Your French Press”)
Did you overfill with
beverage?
Discard a small amount of the
beverage so it does not exceed
the Maximum Water Level Line,
(see pg. 9 “NOTE”)
Did you insert the Plunger
Set with coffee grounds
stuck on the Interior near
the rim?
Remove any coffee grounds stuck
on the Lid Gasket or the rim area
before attaching the Plunger Set.
The beverage,
Interior or Lid
Set has a strong
odor.
Did you leave beverages
inside the product for a long
time, or are there coffee
stains on the Interior,
Half-Blocked Filter Plate,
Cap, Lid Gasket, or Sealing
Ring?
Clean the parts according to the
instructions, (see pg. 13-14 “Taking
Care of Your French Press”)
Large coffee
grounds are in
the coffee when
poured.
After stirring, did you insert
the Plunger Set while there
were still coffee grounds
stuck where the Lid
attaches to the Main Body?
If there are any coffee grounds
stuck on the Interior near the rim,
push the grounds down with a
spoon before inserting the Plunger
Set.
Are you using the Plunger
Set with coffee grounds
stuck to it?
Clean the parts according to the
instructions, (see pg. 13-14 “Taking
Care of Your French Press”)
Did you push down the
Knob with excessive force?
Push down the Knob slowly.
Is the Sealing Ring attached
correctly?
Check the position and direction in
which the Sealing Ring is attached,
and make sure that it is not loose.
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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)
Problem
Cause
N
Solution
The product
does not retain
heat.
Did you fill the product with
a sufficiently hot beverage?
Fill the product with sufficiently hot
beverage up to the correct level. To
retain heat more effectively,
preheat for about 1 minute by filling
the Main Body with hot water
before use. (see pg. 9 “NOTE”)
Some beverage
is left after the
final pour.
The Filter Set is designed so that strong coffee and sediments
remain at the bottom. This is not a malfunction.
A rattling noise
can be heard
when the Main
Body is shaken.
The noise comes from the metallic foil in the vacuum insulation to
increase heat retention and does not indicate a malfunction.
The Knob is
difficult to push
down.
Are you using fine coffee
grounds or coffee grounds
with a lot of fines?
Use medium-coarse or coarse
coffee grounds, (see pg. 10)
Also, some grinders may produce
a lot of fines. Sift out the fines
using a fine mesh strainer before
brewing, and the Knob will be
easier to push down.
Is the product being used
with coffee grounds trapped
in the Mesh?
Clean the parts according to the
instructions, (see pg. 13-14 “Taking
Care of Your French Press”)
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