Hot Water Dispenser - Daily Guide
WantJoin Commercial Hot Water Dispenser - Your quick reference for hot water every day.
⚡ Quick Start (Your First 5 Minutes)
Morning Opening:
- Check water level (refill if under 1/4 full)
- Power on if off overnight
- Set to 180°F (normal operating temperature)
- Wait 15-20 minutes for ready
- Test dispense to verify hot water flows
Using Hot Water:
- Place cup under spout
- Press dispense button (hold down)
- Release when you have enough water
- Be careful - water is VERY HOT!
That's it! Machine maintains temperature automatically.
🫖 What You'll Use It For
Most Common Uses:
1. Dissolving Boba Tea Powders (every drink!)
- Add powder to shaker
- Dispense 4-6 oz hot water
- Shake to dissolve
- Add ice and milk
- Complete drink
2. Making Hot Drinks
- Hot milk tea
- Hot matcha latte
- Hot coffee drinks
- Directly dispense into customer cup
3. Brewing Tea
- Green tea: 170-180°F
- Black tea: 195°F
- Add tea to brewer, dispense hot water
Why Hot Water is Critical
You'll use this machine for almost every drink! Hot water dissolves powders completely (no lumps) and is needed for tea brewing.
🌡️ Temperature Quick Guide
Most Common Setting: 180-185°F
| What You're Making | Temperature | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dissolving powders | 180-190°F | Hot enough to dissolve fully |
| Green tea | 170-180°F | Won't burn delicate leaves |
| Black tea | 195°F | Stronger extraction |
| Hot drinks | 185-190°F | Perfect serving temperature |
| Overnight | 140-150°F | Energy saving mode |
How to Change Temperature:
- Press temperature buttons on control panel
- Wait for machine to reach new temperature
- Display shows current temperature
⚠️ Common Problems
Machine Won't Heat
Fix:
- Check it's plugged in and powered on
- Verify temperature is set correctly (not too low)
- Give it 15-20 minutes - it takes time!
- If still cold after 30 min, get manager
Water Flows Slowly
Fix:
- Machine needs descaling (mineral buildup)
- Tell manager - needs monthly cleaning
- Don't use until fixed
Water Tastes Bad
Fix:
- Make sure you're using filtered water from RO system
- Machine needs descaling
- Get manager
Leaking Water
Fix:
- Turn off immediately
- Tell manager right away
- Use kettle as backup
Hot Water Burns!
Water at 180-198°F causes severe burns instantly. Keep hands away from spout, never leave dispensing unattended, and warn customers about hot drinks.
🧹 Your Daily Cleaning (End of Shift)
MUST DO Every Night:
- Wipe exterior - Damp cloth
- Clean spout area - Remove any drips
- Wipe up spills around machine
- Empty drip tray if there is one
- Check water level for tomorrow
- Lower temperature to 140-150°F OR turn off
Takes 2 minutes - do it every night!
💡 Pro Tips for New Staff
- Turn on FIRST when opening - takes 15-20 minutes to heat up
- Check water level every hour during busy times
- Always use filtered water from RO system (not tap water!)
- Test temperature before serving customers hot drinks
- Keep area dry - wipe up spills immediately
- Never let it run dry - damages heating element
📋 Opening Checklist
When You Arrive:
- ☐ Check water level, refill if low (use RO filtered water!)
- ☐ Power on machine
- ☐ Set to 180-185°F
- ☐ Wait 15-20 minutes for temperature
- ☐ Test dispense to verify it works
- ☐ Wipe exterior if needed
📋 Closing Checklist
Before Leaving:
- ☐ Wipe exterior clean
- ☐ Clean spout area
- ☐ Empty drip tray
- ☐ Wipe up any spills
- ☐ Check water level for tomorrow
- ☐ Lower to 140-150°F OR turn off (ask manager which)
🆘 When to Get Manager
Get help if:
- Water won't heat after 30 minutes
- Leaking from machine
- Strange noises (not normal boiling sounds)
- Water tastes bad even with filtered water
- Control panel not responding
- Burning smell
- You're not sure about something
Don't try to fix these yourself!
❓ Quick Questions
Q: How long to heat up in morning? A: 15-20 minutes. Turn on FIRST when opening!
Q: What temperature should I use? A: 180-185°F for most things. Ask manager if unsure.
Q: Can I use tap water? A: NO! Always use filtered water from RO system. Tap water causes buildup.
Q: How much water should I dispense for powders? A: 4-6 oz usually. Just enough to dissolve powder completely.
Q: Customer says drink is too hot? A: Let it cool 1-2 minutes or add ice to bring temperature down.
Q: Should I turn it off at night? A: Ask your manager - depends on store policy. Some keep at 140°F overnight.
📞 Need More Info?
- Opening procedures: See Opening Checklist
- Closing procedures: See Closing Checklist
- Drink recipes: See Milk Tea Base
- Water filtration: See RO Water System
- Ask your trainer or manager if unsure!
📚 Technical Stuff (Management)
Click for specs, maintenance, and detailed info
Machine Specs
- Model: WantJoin Commercial Hot Water Dispenser
- Capacity: 30 liters (7.9 gallons) per hour
- Temperature Range: 32°F - 198°F (0°C - 92°C)
- Wattage: 1600 watts
- Voltage: 110V (standard US outlet)
- Display: Digital temperature display
- Material: Stainless steel interior
- Safety: Auto shut-off, overheat protection
- Purchase: Amazon Link
Monthly Maintenance (Manager/Trained Staff)
Descaling Required Monthly:
Mineral buildup (scale) damages heating elements and reduces efficiency.
Process:
- Turn off and unplug, let cool
- Empty all water
- Fill halfway with descaling solution (or 1:1 vinegar and water)
- Heat to 180°F, let sit 30-60 minutes
- Dispense some through spout
- Empty completely
- Rinse 2-3 times with clean water
- Heat and dispense to remove all vinegar smell
- Ready to use
Signs Descaling Needed:
- Slower heating time
- Reduced water flow
- Strange noises
- White deposits visible
Weekly Maintenance
- Deep clean exterior
- Clean spout with brush
- Remove mineral deposits
- Check seals for wear
Safety Guidelines
✅ DO:
- Keep away from counter edge
- Use on stable surface only
- Keep out of reach of children
- Test temperature before serving
- Keep area dry
- Unplug before interior cleaning
❌ DON'T:
- Leave dispensing unattended
- Overfill tank (stop at MAX line)
- Use without water (damages element)
- Move when hot
- Put hands/face near spout
- Use harsh chemicals inside
Energy Usage
- Heating: 1600W
- Maintaining temp: ~200-400W
- Daily cost: ~$1-2 depending on usage
Troubleshooting Details
No Power:
- Check outlet (test with other device)
- Verify power switch ON
- Check circuit breaker
- Inspect power cord for damage
- Unplug 30 seconds, replug
Water Won't Heat:
- Verify temp set correctly
- Give more time (15-20 min)
- Check heating element (service)
- Descale if not heated recently
Leaking:
- From bottom → Check drain plug, gasket
- From lid → Check lid gasket, replace if worn
- From spout → Tighten spout, check valve
- Tank overfilled → Don't exceed MAX line
- Cracked tank → Professional repair needed
Temperature Won't Reach Set Point:
- Give more time (20-25 min first time)
- Check temperature setting correct
- Descale (scale reduces efficiency)
- Heating element may be failing
- Contact service
When to Call Service
- Electrical issues (sparks, shorts)
- Heating element not working
- Severe leaking (can't be fixed)
- Cracked tank
- Control panel not responding
- Burning smell
- Tripping circuit breaker
Cleaning Supplies
- Soft cloths (microfiber)
- Mild dish soap
- White vinegar (descaling)
- Commercial descaler (alternative)
- Bottle brush (for spout)
Don't Use:
- Abrasive cleaners (scratch)
- Bleach
- Steel wool
- Harsh chemicals
Purchase Link: Amazon - WantJoin Hot Water DispenserCapacity: 30L (7.9 gal) per hour Power: 1600W Questions? Contact [email protected]