KitchenAid KCM0802 Coffeemaker User Manual


 
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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Coffee Brewer
Descaling the Coffee Brewer
Calcium deposits (scale) from water will build up in the Coffee Brewer over time and impair
brewing efficiency and coffee quality. If you notice that it takes longer than usual to brew,
or that the Coffee Brewer is making unusual noises, then it is time to descale. The “Clean”
indicator will flash when the Coffee Brewer needs to be cleaned. Descaling should be done
as soon as possible to preserve the performance and life of your Coffee Brewer.
NOTE: The Coffee Brewer can be
descaled by using a packaged descaling
agent, which can be found at various
retail stores or online.
Follow the directions on the package for
the recommended ratios of descaling agent
and water to use.
The Coffee Brewer should be run through
a complete Clean cycle using a full tank of
the descaling solution.
NOTE: The Clean cycle can be completed
at regular intervals, if desired, without
the “Clean” indicator needing to light up.
Follow step 1, then press MENU three
times and nally SET to manually activate
the Clean cycle.
2
When the “Clean” indicator begins to
flash: Press the SET button. The “Clean”
indicator will turn on while the cycle
runs. In Clean mode, the Coffee Brewer
will empty the water tank, no matter
how many Cups were selected from
previous cycle settings. When the
Clean cycle is complete (approximately
9 minutes), the “Clean” indicator will
turn off. The Coffee Brewer is ready
to use again.
1
Before descaling, make sure the brew
basket contains no coffee or coffee
filters, and fill the tank with fresh water
to the 8 cup fill line.
3
Wash the brew basket, carafe, and filter
clip in the top rack of the dishwasher, or
wash by hand in hot, soapy water, then
rinse with warm water. Dry all parts
thoroughly before reassembling the
Coffee Brewer.
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