How To Clean - GE 169199 Owner's Manual

Proper maintenance will ensure years of service from your appliance. Clean the appliance
after every use. This appliance contains no user serviceable parts and requires little
maintenance. Leave servicing or repairs to a qualified personnel.

How to clean

• Using oven mitts to avoid burns, carefully remove lid (2). All internal parts, coffee
grounds, and any remaining coffee may still be hot.
Remove lid (2), coffee basket (4) and percolator tube (5) from the water tank (6).
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Coffee basket (4) and lid (2) are dishwasher safe (ill. k ).
• Wash the inside of the water tank (6) with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Do not
dry the inside of the water tank (6) with a cloth, as lint may remain.
• Wipe the outside of the coffee urn with a damp cloth and dry with a towel. Store the
coffee urn with the lid (2) off.
To clean the dispenser (10) fill the water tank (6) with some hot water and a
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dishwasher detergent.
• Drain the hot water from the dispenser (10) with a cup.
• Repeat this step with clean hot water to remove any dishwasher detergent
remaining in the dispenser (10).
After repeated use, there may be some coffee stains and accumulation of oils that can
cause a bitter taste. Periodically use a coffee-stain remover or special cleanser and
follow package directions for cleaning. Rinse well after cleaning. Dispense several cups
through the coffee dispensing bar in addition to cleaning the water tank (6). A scouring
pad may be used to clean the heat well (14). Do not use abrasive cleaners or pads on
any part of the coffee urn.
To remove mineral deposits and buildup
• If the coffee urn is used daily follow these instructions every other week.
• Fill the coffee urn with 1 quart cold water and 1 quart white vinegar.
• Assemble with lid (2), percolator tube (5) and coffee basket (4).
• Plug in and let go through the perk cycle. When perking has stopped let sit another
15 minutes.
• Unplug and drain the urn. Let cool, then clean ( How to clean).
CLEANING
Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power and allow to cool
completely prior to cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or
urn in water or any liquid.
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