West Bend LARGE CAPACITY COFFEEMAKERS Instruction Manual page 5

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NSTRUCTIONS
Plain water may be heated in your coffeemaker for use with instant beverages.
Simply fill the clean coffeemaker with cold water to the desired cup level, insert the
stem. and the clean, empty basket into position the same as for making coffee.
Secure the cover in place and plug the coffeemaker in. If applicable, set the
"ON/OFF" switch to "ON." Heat the water until perking stops and the light on the
base glows. Remove the cover, lift out the basket and stem with a hot pad, and
replace the cover, making sure it is locked in place. Unplug the coffeemaker when
less than 3 cups of water remain. The inside of the coffeemaker may darken after
heating water, which is normal and does not affect the coffeemaker or the water
heated.
Other than making coffee or heating water, no other liquid should be heated in
the coffeemaker because damage to the heating unit can occur.
When the coffeemaker is used to heat water only, it must be cleaned well after each
use in addition to special weekly cleaning with white distilled vinegar for removal of
mineral deposits. If these deposits are not removed, pitting of the metal can occur
and result in damage to the coffeemaker. See Special Cleaning Instructions in this
manual.
Improper cleaning of the coffeemaker, especially the heating unit well, will
affect the performance, resulting in weak, lukewarm coffee and may even
cause the coffeemaker to stop perking. To keep the coffeemaker working
properly, it is very important to follow the regular and special cleaning
instructions.
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Never make less than the minimum or more than the maximum amount of
coffee for your coffee urn.
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Do not use soft water, as flooding of the basket may occur.
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Use regular electric perk grind coffee or coffee ground for all coffeemakers for
best results. Do not use drip or finely ground coffee as flooding of the coffee
basket can occur. If grinding your own coffee beans, grind to medium
coarseness for best results. Do not grind coffee too finely, powder-like, as this
can cause the coffee basket to flood.
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Remove coffee basket with grounds as soon as the brewing cycle is completed.
This also helps maintain the coffee flavor. Use the coffee maker cover as a
carrying tray when disposing of wet grounds.
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If dripping occurs between the faucet and the coffeemaker body, tighten the nut
inside the coffeemaker. If the dripping occurs from the faucet spout, tighten the
faucet bonnet. If the faucet continues to drip or is damaged, contact customer
service; see information on warranty page.
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Liquid must always cover the inside bottom of the appliance at all times. Falling
below the minimum level could cause overheating and damage to internal
components and will void the warranty.
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