IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read all instructions. • Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. • To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property. • All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.
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POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Your product may vary slightly from illustration. Parts Identification Removable Permanent Filter Basket (P/N 31208) Removable Filter Holder (P/N 31202) 24 Hour LCD Clock/Timer Auto Pause and Pour Assembly Cord Storage (Not Shown) Thermal Carafe Lid Only (P/N 31203) Lid Lever Thermal Carafe with Lid...
Water Reservoir Lid Brew Strength Control Dial FIGURE 2 ON/OFF/AUTO Button. Use this Button to turn the unit ON and to start the brewing process. Press the ON/OFF/AUTO Button to activate the AUTO Timer. Turn the unit OFF by pressing this Button when the brewing cycle is complete.
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Before Using Your Programmable Coffeemaker WARNING: To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid. 1. Before preparing coffee in your new Coffeemaker, thoroughly clean the Removable Water Reservoir, Thermal Carafe, Carafe Lid, Removable Filter Holder and Permanent Filter Basket in warm, soapy water.
Permanent Filter Basket Your Coffeemaker comes with a Permanent Filter Basket, eliminating the need for disposable paper filters. After daily use, the Removable Permanent Filter should be washed in hot, sudsy water. Rinse thoroughly. Brewing Instructions 1. Place the Thermal Coffeemaker on a flat, level surface. 2.
Brewing Instructions opening at the back of the Base. The Water Reservoir will snap into place as you press it firmly against the body of the machine. Make sure the Removable Water Reservoir is correctly positioned and in place before starting. 9.
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To Start Brewing Coffee Immediately 1. For optimal holding temperature, rinse the inside of Thermal Carafe with warm water before brewing; empty and make sure the Carafe Lid Lever is at the back of the Carafe and the Lid is properly secured.
To Brew a Second Pot of Coffee 1. To brew a second pot of coffee, wait 10 minutes and allow the Coffeemaker to cool. Empty used coffee grounds and repeat steps for brewing coffee. CAUTION: Failure to allow Coffeemaker to cool may cause water to overheat and spray hot steam.
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We recommend that you descale your Coffeemaker once a month because mineral deposits can form a coating in the Coffeemaker, causing slower brewing time and possibly an off flavor in the coffee. Use a cleaner recommended for coffee- makers or the solution described below. To descale your unit: 1.