Maintenance - Makita DCM501 Instruction Manual

• After the brewing is finished, wait at least 5 minutes
before removing the filter holder/cafe pod holder.
• If another brewing cycle is to be started, wait at least
5 minutes before supplying water to the appliance.
Otherwise, steam and hot water could be released and
scalding may result.
• Do not touch the plate on the bottom of the appliance
during and immediately after brewing.
NOTE
• For brewing, do not use any other liquid than water.
• Always use cold water for brewing. Hot water promotes
the dripping speed and cause overflow from the filter
holder/cafe pod holder.
• The maximum water tank capacity is 240ml. Do not
pour too much water to the water tank. Excess water
may come out of the overflow opening.
Brewing
1. Open the water tank lid and take the water tank out.
(Fig. C)
2. Pour preferred amount of fresh cold water into the
water tank and install it to the appliance. (Fig. D)
Style
Ground coffee
(6.5 g *)
Cafe pod
(60 mm type)
* Equals to a level of the supplied spoon.
3. Close the water tank lid.
4. Remove the filter holder/cafe pod holder. (Fig. E)
5. Follow the procedures below according to the style of
the coffee to be brewed :
Ground coffee (Fig. F)
Open the cover. Take the filter out from the filter
holder. Put preferred amount of ground coffee into
the filter. Place the filter back in positon and close the
cover.
Cafe pod (Fig. G)
Set a cafe pod into the cafe pod holder.
- Be sure that the flat surface of the cafe pod faces
up when placed.
- Do not use a torn cafe pod.
- Do not set two or more cafe pods. Hot water will
overflow.
6. Insert the filter holder/cafe pod holder to the slot on
the appliance.
If the holder/cafe pod holder cannot be inserted to the
slot properly, check if the filter/cafe pod is correctly
installed.
7. Put the cover on the coffee cup and place it on the
cup rest. (Fig. H)
8. Press the power
lights up and brewing cycle begins. (Fig. I)
The appliance will automatically turn off the
power when the
Press the power switch if you want to stop the brewing
in the middle.
Recommended amount
of water
160 ml
120 ml
switch. The power
brewing cycle is finished.
Estimated time for brewing (160 ml)
Battery cartridge
(fully charged)
(with BL1830B)
14.4 V
(with BL1430B)
10.8 V
(with BL1041B)

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
• When servicing is required, ask a Makita authorized
service center which deals genuine replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
• To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery cartridge from the unit when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
• Do not immerse the appliance and battery in water or
other liquids.
Daily cleaning
NOTICE
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like
when cleaning plastic parts. Discoloration, deformation
or cracks may result. After appliance cooled, use clean
clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease etc.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads.
• Do not dry the inside of the appliance with a cloth, as
lint may remain.
Proper maintenance will ensure years of service for
your appliance. Clean the appliance after every use to
maintain quality coffee flavor.
1. Remove the battery from the appliance and allow the
appliance to cool.
2. Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth moistened with
water.
3. Remove the filter holder (with filter) or the cafe pod
holder from the appliance. Wash the removed parts
with soapy water. After that, rinse them with water.
4. Allow the appliance and all parts to dry completely.
Removing scales inside the appliance
Through the use of the appliance, water scale will build
up in the piping inside. Water scale hinders the water
flow and prolongs the dripping time as the result. If the
dripping time has become longer than before, clean the
inside piping with citric acid.
1. Take the water tank out and pour 240 ml of water into
lamp
it.
2. Add 5 g of citric acid commercially available into the
water and stir it up.
3. Install the water tank into the appliance.
4. Remove the filter holder/cafe pod holder from the
appliance.
5. Put a cup on the cup rest.
6. Press the power switch.
7. After the dripping is finished, take the water tank and
the coffee cup out and rinse them with water.
Estimated time
18 V
approx. 5 min.
approx. 5 min.
approx. 7 min.
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