Hamilton Beach BrewStation 48463, 48463C, 48464, 48464C, 48465, 48465C, 48466-MX Manual

Parts and features

Read before use!

NOTE: Picture references major components for all coffeemakers covered by these instructions.

1. Filter Basket
2. Coffee Tank
3. Coffee Level Guide
4. Drip Tray
   
5. Control Panel and Display (on select models)
   
   
6. Coffee Dispenser Bar
7. Water Reservoir
8. Keep Warm Plate
9. Lid
10. Water Level Guide

How to make coffee

• Never use coffee tank to pour or carry hot coffee.
• H andle coffee tank only when holding cold water for filling water reservoir and to clean tank.
• If BrewStation^® overflows, unplug unit. Allow unit, coffee, and grounds to cool before cleaning unit, coffee, or grounds.

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash coffee tank, filter basket, and drip tray in hot, soapy water. NEVER put the coffee tank in dishwasher. BrewStation^® can be programmed to automatically shut off in 0 (for Iced Coffee), 1, 2, 3, or 4 hours as desired. Default is 4 hours for automatic shutoff.

1. Place a cupcake-style paper filter in filter basket. A permanent filter may also be used.
2. For each cup of coffee being made, place one level Tablespoon of coffee into filter. Avoid getting coffee grounds in any other areas of the BrewStation^®.
3. Fill coffee tank with the desired amount of cold tap water.
4. Lift lid and pour water from coffee tank into water reservoir.
5. Set KEEP WARM HOURS to 1, 2, 3, or 4. The 0 setting is for iced coffee.
6. Press ON/OFF or button to start. An illuminated red light on the ON/OFF or button indicates coffeemaker is on.
7. Coffeemaker will beep one time when brewing is complete. Press coffee dispensing bar with mug to dispense coffee.

BOLD: For enhanced full/strong-flavored coffee, press BREW STRENGTH/BREW OPTIONS button until BOLD is displayed.

1–4 CUPS: When brewing 1–4 cups of coffee, press BREW STRENGTH/BREW OPTIONS button until 1–4 CUPS is displayed.

NOTE: BOLD and 1–4 CUPS modes will require additional time to complete a brewing cycle. A Brew Option must be selected prior to pressing the ON/OFF or button. The setting cannot be changed during/in brew mode. If a Brew Option is not selected, the coffeemaker will automatically brew on the regular/default setting.

TO REHEAT COFFEE: Press and hold ON/OFF or button for 3 seconds. This will reset the timer and keep coffee warm for selected number of hours (1, 2, 3, or 4).

How to make iced coffee

1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 in "How to make coffee" section. Do not fill coffee tank beyond the 6-cup line when making iced coffee.
   NOTE: Brew double-strength coffee for iced coffee. Add 2 scoops (optional accessory) or 2 level Tablespoons of ground coffee per cup (up to 12 scoops).
2. Fill coffee tank with ice to the 10 CUP marking line.
3. Set KEEP WARM HOURS to 0. Press ON/OFF or .
4. Press coffee dispensing bar with glass full of ice to dispense coffee.

Programming

1. To set clock: Press H and then M.
   NOTE: Clock time must be set for programming function to work.
2. To program auto brew: Press and hold START TIME or PROG until clock flashes. START TIME will appear in display.
3. Continue holding START TIME or PROG; then press H and M until the desired brewing start time is reached.
4. Press and release START TIME or PROG to activate automatic brewing. A green light will signal that the unit is in program mode.

Care and cleaning

Do not immerse cord, plug, or coffeemaker in any liquid.
Clean BrewStation^® at least once a month (once a week for areas with hard water).

Inside of coffeemaker:

1. Remove optional water filter.
2. Pour 1 pint (2 cups/500 ml) vinegar into water reservoir.
3. Press ON or . Turn OFF or after 20 seconds and wait 30 minutes. Press ON or . Turn OFF or when finished. When cool, dispense several cups before emptying and rinsing reservoir.

NOTE: Coffeemaker will remind you it is time for cleaning in two ways:

• Built-in cycle timer—Every 30 cycles, CLEAN or will flash in display and stay illuminated for 2 cycles.
• Built-in residue sensor—CLEAN or will appear in display when unit senses residue buildup and remain illuminated until the unit has been cleaned.

4. Run 2–3 more brew cycles with CLEAN WATER only.
   Allow to cool between cycles.

Filter basket and coffee tank: Remove the filter basket and coffee tank and wash by hand with warm, soapy water. Filter basket may also be cleaned in top rack of dishwasher. Clean filter basket often.

Outside of coffeemaker: Wipe outside with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners, since they will scratch the finish of the product.

Troubleshooting

Coffee leaks from dispenser.

• Coffee grounds trapped in coffee tank dispensing mechanism under seal in coffee tank. See "Care and cleaning: Inside of coffeemaker."

CLEAN appears in display.

• This is a reminder to clean coffeemaker. See "Care and cleaning: Inside of coffeemaker."

Coffee tastes bad.

• Coffeemaker needs cleaning.
• Coffee ground too coarsely or too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind.
• Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference.
• Poor water quality. Use water filter or bottled water to make coffee.

Coffee not brewing or stops brewing/unit will not turn on.

• Mineral deposits have built up. Clean the coffeemaker following "Care and cleaning: Inside of coffeemaker."
• Water reservoir is empty.
• Unit is unplugged.
• Power outage or power surge. If surge, unplug; then plug back in.

Coffee brews slowly.

• Coffeemaker needs cleaning. Clean at least every 30 days to maintain proper performance.
• Coffeemaker is in the 1–4 CUPS or BOLD modes. Press Brew Mode button until no lights appear.

Coffee overflows basket.

• Excessive amounts of coffee grounds.
• Coffee ground too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind.
• More than one paper filter in filter basket. Poor quality paper filter or wrong size paper filter.

Unit beeps continuously/will not brew and/or POUR WATER appears in display.

• No water in reservoir. Transfer water from coffee tank to reservoir.

Coffee is cold when dispensed.

• Selected Keep Warm Hours have elapsed and coffeemaker has automatically shut off. See "TO REHEAT COFFEE" instructions, or brew new cycle.

Documents / Resources

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