West Bend 56901TL - SINGLE-SERVE COFFEE MAKER Manual

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many accessory parts are contained within the packaging material.

Before using your Single-Serve Coffee Maker, clean the entire appliance according to the cleaning instructions. Wash the reusable brew cup and cup holder in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly and dry. If desired, wipe the exterior of the coffee maker with a soft, damp cloth.
Note: Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher and do not immerse the coffee maker in water or any other liquid. This may permanently damage the product and void the warranty.

To remove any manufacturing residues that may reside in the appliance, we recommend running at least one full brew cycle of water and discarding the water when complete.

USING YOUR SINGLE-SERVE COFFEE MAKER

1. Place the appliance on dry, level, heat-resistant surface, away from any edge.
2. Plug cord into a 120-volt, AC electric outlet only.
3. Press the lid release button (A) in to open the cover.
   
4. Using the cup you're brewing into, add cold water to the reservoir. Note: The maximum capacity of the Single-Serve Coffee Maker is 14 fluid oz. (1¾ cups). Never put more than this amount into the reservoir or the water will overflow.
5. Position the cup holder (B) in place. Add a K-cup or the reusable brew cup (C) with coffee grounds. Be sure that the "front" arrow faces the front of the coffee maker. Press down on the cover to lock in place. The cover will not lock if the reusable brew cup is not inserted properly.
   
   
   Piercer is sharp, do not touch.
6. Center a cup on the drip tray. Note: Make sure the cup is suitable for hot liquids.
7. Press the power button. The light will illuminate. The coffeemaker and light will turn off automatically at the end of the brew cycle. Do not remove the cup before the coffeemaker has turned off.

K-CUP BREWING – Any standard K-Cup will work.
Place the cup holder in the coffee maker. Place a K-Cup into the cup holder. Using the cup you're brewing into (maximum 14 oz.), add cold water to the reservoir. Close and lock the cover, then center a heat-safe cup on the drip tray and press the power button. Brewing will be complete in under 2 minutes.

GROUND COFFEE BREWING - Use standard, drip grind coffee.
Place the cup holder in the coffee maker. Add two heaping tablespoons of grounds into the reusable brew cup, then close and place into the cup holder. Using the cup you're brewing into (maximum 14 oz.), add cold water to the reservoir. Close and lock the cover, then center a heat-safe cup on the drip tray and press the power button. Brewing will be complete in under 2 minutes. Note: Adjust the amount of grounds to taste.

HOT WATER ONLY
The Single-Serve Coffee Maker can be used to heat water for tea or instant ciders, hot chocolates, oatmeals, soups, etc. Using the cup you're brewing into (maximum 14 oz.), add cold water to the reservoir. Close and lock the cover. Place the instant mix, per package directions, in a heat-safe cup, then center on the drip tray and press the power button. When the brewing is complete, approximately 2 minutes, stir the contents. Note: Adjust the amounts to taste.

• A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.

CLEANING YOUR SINGLE-SERVE COFFEE MAKER

1. Allow the Single-Serve Coffee Maker to turn off automatically and unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow the entire appliance to cool before cleaning.
2. Press the lid release button in to release the cover. Remove and discard the used grounds, K-cups, etc. from the reusable brew cup or cup holder.
3. Wash the reusable brew cup and cup holder in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Periodically clean out the nozzle in the cup holder with a toothpick or bent paperclip. This will dislodge any stuck coffee grounds.
   
   
   Piercer inside cup holder is sharp, do not touch.
4. The exterior of the Single-Serve Coffee Maker can be wiped clean with a damp cloth after it has been unplugged and the base is cool.

• Do not clean the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth or paper towel. This may leave particles in the chambers that may clog small openings in your coffee maker. Rinse with cold water periodically.
• Decalcify the Single-Serve Coffee Maker periodically. See the "Decalcifying Your Single-Serve Coffee Maker" section in this manual.

This appliance has no user serviceable parts.

DECALCIFYING YOUR SINGLE-SERVE COFFEE MAKER

The Single-Serve Coffee Maker must be decalcified periodically. Over time, mineral deposits build up on internal parts and effect the operation of the appliance. The frequency of decalcification depends on the hardness of your water and how often you use the coffee maker. Indications that decalcifying is necessary are:

• Increased noise during use
• Excessive steaming
• Longer brewing times
• The pumping action stops before all of the water has been pumped from the water reservoir

• If usage is regular, decalcifying should be carried out as follows:
  • With soft water, decalcify once every month
  • With medium water, decalcify every 2 weeks
  • With hard water, decalcify every week
• We recommend the use of vinegar for decalcifying.

1. Pour 14 ounces of fresh, cool, undiluted white household vinegar into the water reservoir.
   NOTE: Do not use coffee grounds and do not dilute vinegar with water.
2. Place an adequately sized cup suitable for hot liquids in place on the drip tray.
3. Press the power button.
4. When the brew cycle is complete and the Single-Serve Coffee Maker has cooled, repeat the process above except use clear, cool water in place of vinegar to rinse any remaining traces of the vinegar from the system. Repeat twice using clean, cool water each time.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plugs, or coffee maker in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. If you experience any problems with your appliance, unplug it immediately from the electrical outlet. For service information see warranty page.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by West Bend may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or in a heated oven.
• To disconnect, turn any control to "OFF," then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• 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 into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer, detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over.
• Do not remove any part of the coffeemaker during the brew cycle as scalding could occur.
• Do not move an appliance containing hot water, coffee or other hot liquids.
• Do not refill the water reservoir while the appliance is on. Allow the appliance to turn off and cool before refilling with water.
• Make sure a cup suitable for hot liquids is in place when brewing. If a cup is not in place hot water or hot coffee will overflow.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.
• Always use the proper grind of coffee. Too fine of a grind could clog the filter and cause hot water or hot coffee to overflow.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• For household use only.