Hamilton Beach 840153800 Coffeemaker User Manual


 
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
To maintain the performance of your coffeemaker, clean it once a
month. Periodic cleaning removes mineral deposits that slow down
brew time and result in bitter coffee taste.
To Clean Inside of Coffeemaker using Cleaner and Descaler:
Remove water filter and water filter holder (optional feature).
Plug in and set the clock.
Place empty carafe on Keep-Hot Plate. Put the empty filter
basket in place. Do not add coffee into filter basket.
Use any commercially-available coffeemaker cleaner and
descaler intended for home use. Follow package directions. After
cleaning, thoroughly rinse coffeemaker by brewing twice with
water only.
To order a cleaner, call:
1-800-851-8900 or online: hbaccessories.com
NOTE: Commercially-available brands of descaler include CleanCaf.
To Clean Inside of Coffeemaker using White Vinegar:
Remove water filter and water filter holder (optional feature).
Plug in and set the clock.
Place empty carafe on Keep-Hot Plate. Insert filter basket. Do not
add coffee into filter basket.
Press the ON/OFF button once to turn on. The brewing light will
glow. After 20 seconds, press the ON/OFF button to turn off.
Pour one pint of plain white vinegar into the reservoir.
Wait 20-30 minutes to allow the vinegar to clean. Then turn on
again. When the brew cycle is finished, wait for unit to cool.
Empty carafe and rinse. Pour one carafe of cold tap water into
the reservoir. Place carafe on Keep-Hot Plate
Press ON/OFF button once. When the brew cycle is complete,
empty the carafe. Allow the coffeemaker to cool, then repeat
this step with one more carafe of cold tap water.
Turn off when completed.
Wash carafe and filter basket before making beverage.
To Clean Carafe, Filter Basket, and Removable Reservoir:
Wash carafe in hot, soapy water. DO NOT put in dishwasher.
Wash filter basket by hand in hot, soapy water or in the top rack of
dishwasher.
Wash removable reservoir in hot, soapy water.
To Clean Exterior of Coffeemaker:
Unplug coffeemaker. Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth and warm,
soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners as they will scratch the
finish of the product.
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