West Bend LARGE CAPACITY COFFEEMAKERS Instruction Manual page 6

1. Unplug the coffeemaker and allow it to cool. Drain any coffee out of the
coffeemaker.
2. Wash the basket, stem, and cover in warm, soapy water with a dishcloth or
sponge. Rinse and dry. Coffee stains on the metal can be removed with a
scouring pad. Do not clean these parts in the dishwasher because they
can discolor.
3. Clean the inside of the coffee maker by filling with warm water about one-third
of its capacity. Add dish soap and wash with a sponge or cloth. Scour the
heating unit well (where the stem fits) with the special cleaning tool provided
and a scouring pad such. Twist the pad inside the heating unit well to clean.
The heating unit well must be kept clean for coffeemaker to work
properly. Rinse with warm water after cleaning and dry.
4. Clean the outside of the coffeemaker with a damp cloth and dry with a soft
cloth. Do not use abrasive metal scouring pads or cleansers on the outside of
the coffeemaker because scratching will occur.
If coffeemaker is used daily, a special cleaning every 2 weeks, or every week if
it is used for heating water, is necessary to thoroughly clean the heating unit
well. If not kept clean, the coffeemaker will not work properly.
1. Fill the coffeemaker with 1 quart EACH of water and white distilled vinegar. (If
a white mineral buildup has formed on the inside of coffeemaker, use an
additional 2 cups of vinegar). Place the stem and empty basket in place and
lock the cover onto the coffeemaker. If applicable, set the "ON/OFF" switch to
"ON." Allow the coffeemaker to complete the perking cycle, then let stand for
20 minutes.
2. Turn "OFF" and unplug the cord from the outlet. Drain the coffeemaker and
allow it to cool. Wash the inside and the parts following the regular cleaning
instructions, making sure to thoroughly clean the heating unit well.
3. If applicable, clean the coffee level view tube with a soft brush. Unscrew the
gauge cap and lift out the tube. Wash in warm, soapy water with a brush and
rinse. Replace the tube and secure with the gauge cap.
4. To clean the faucet, unscrew the handle. Move a small brush up and down
through the faucet, then insert the brush through the opening on the inside of
the coffeemaker to clean the faucet connection. Wash the faucet handle in
warm, soapy water and rinse. Replace the faucet.
DO NOT USE BAKING SODA TO CLEAN THE COFFEEMAKER BECAUSE IT
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