Care And Cleaning; Cleaning The Coffee Maker - KitchenAid KCM1202 Instructions Manual

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Coffee Maker_

Calcium deposits (scale) from water will build up in the Coffee Maker heat pump over time and
impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality. If you notice that it takes longer than usual to brew, or
that the Coffee Maker is making unusual noises, then it is time to descale. The "Clean" indicator will
flash when the Coffee Maker has brewed 100 cups of coffee, or detects scale buildup. Descaling
should be done as soon as possible to preserve the performance and life of your Coffee Maker.
NOTE: The Coffee Maker can be descaled
using a vinegar and water solution, or by using
a packaged descaling agent. Always mix the
descaling solution using cool water.
When using vinegar, fill the carafe with a solution
consisting of ½ vinegar and ½ water.
When using a descaling agent, follow the
directions on the package for the recommended
ratios of descaling agent and water to use.
The Coffee Maker should be run through a
complete Clean cycle using a full tank of the
descaling solution.
When the "Clean" indicator begins to
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flash: Press the MODE button 2 times.
The "Reg" indicator will go off, and the
"Clean" indicator will turn on.
Before descaling, always remove the
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water filter (see the "Installing the
Water Filter" section) and make sure
the brew basket contains no coffee or
coffee filters.
Press the BREW button. One beep will
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sound and the "Brew" indicator will
light up. The "Clean" indicator will stay
on and the Clean cycle will begin.
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