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Note: The Removable Filter Basket must be placed into the coffeemaker with the
two handles, located on the sides of the Filter Basket, aligning with the two
notches on the inside of the unit (see Figure 1 on previous page). Press the Filter
Basket down until it clicks into place.
2. Clean the inside of the coffeemaker by brewing two full Carafes of tap water
(see Brewing Instructions). Do not place a filter or coffee in the Removable
Filter Basket for this initial cleaning.
Note: At the end of the first brewing cycle, turn the Coffeemaker off and wait ten
minutes for the appliance to cool. Turn unit on and brew second Carafe of cool
water.
Coffee Filters
Cone-shaped paper filters are available locally at grocery stores and where
coffeemakers are sold. We recommend using Melitta #4 cone-shaped filters.
Permanent gold filters may also be purchased, eliminating the need for disposable
paper filters.
The use of basket-style paper filters is not recommended, since they do not
conform to the shape of the Removable Filter Basket and may cause coffee to
back up and spill over during brewing.
Brewing Instructions
Note: The display on the clock will flash when you plug in the unit. You may set
the clock at any time (see “Setting The Clock”) before or after brewing. Setting the
clock will not affect normal brewing operation.
1. Place the Coffeemaker on a flat, level surface. Plug the unit into a 120V, AC
electrical outlet.
2. Open the Lid by using the lip located on top of the Coffeemaker.
3. Place a #4 cone-shaped paper filter into the Removable Filter Basket. Measure
one level tablespoon of drip or regular ground coffee for each cup of coffee
desired. For stronger or milder coffee, adjust amount of grounds to suit your
taste.
Note: We recommend using coffee ground specifically for automatic drip
coffeemakers.
4. Fill the Carafe with cold water and pour it into the Water Reservoir (see callout
on page 4) to the desired level. No less than two cups are recommended.
Place the Carafe on the Warming Plate.
Important: Always use fresh, cool water in your appliance. Warm water or other
liquids, except as listed in the Care and Cleaning Instructions, may cause
damage to the appliance.
Note: The amount of brewed coffee will always be less than the amount of
water placed into the coffeemaker, since about 10% is absorbed by the coffee
grounds and filter.
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