Table of Contents Important Safeguards .........................2-5 Additional Important Safeguards ..................5-6 Notes on the Plug ..........................7 Notes on the Cord (Detachable Cord Instructions) ............7 Plasticizer Warning ...........................7 Electric Power.............................7 Carafe Safety Precautions ......................8 Coffee Yield ............................8 Permanent Coffee Filter Basket ....................8 Getting To Know Your 14-Cup Coffee Maker................9 Before Using For The First Time ....................10 Setting Up The Machine ......................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surface. Use handles or knobs only. 3. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a...
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10. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT YOURSELF. THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
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21. Do not clean glass carafe with cleaners, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material. 22. Press the START button to turn the appliance OFF. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet when the appliance is not in use, left unattended, or when the carafe is empty. 23.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Instruction Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
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7. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water or any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or has become immersed in water. 8.
NOTES ON THE PLUG This appliance has a grounded 3-prong plug. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. NOTES ON THE CORD The provided short power-supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer...
Carafe Safety Precautions 1. Do not use a cracked carafe or any carafe with a loose or weakened handle. 2. This carafe is designed to be used only on the warming plate of your Coffee Maker. Do not use in a conventional oven. 3.
Before Using For The First Time CAUTION: To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the Coffee Maker or allow power cord to come into contact with water or other liquids. 1. Remove all packing material and labels from the inside and outside of the Coffee Maker. Place the unit on a flat, clean surface.
4. Lower the filter holder down into the housing. Close the lid. 5. Plug the power cord into 120V/60HZ power supply socket, the background indicator will illuminate, and “AM 12:00” will flash. The backlight indicator will go into sleep mode within 15 seconds if no further buttons are selected.
Brew Strength Selection 1. To select the strength of coffee push on the strength button. 2. For regular strength press once. 3. For gourmet strength press twice. The gourmet setting adjusts the brewing cycle of a full pot of coffee to extract a higher percent of solubles.
Pause and Serve If you wish to serve a cup of coffee before the brew cycle is complete, simply remove carafe from the warming plate. Dripping will automatically cease. Return the carafe onto the warming plate; dripping will resume. CAUTION: To prevent injury when utilizing the pause and serve feature, replace carafe within 30 seconds after removing during the brewing process.
Auto shut off The coffee maker will automatically shut off once the keep warm time has elapsed after brew. Brewing a Second Carafe of Coffee 1. To brew another carafe of coffee, press the ON/OFF button to turn the Coffee Maker OFF.
Hints for Great Tasting Coffee • A clean Coffee Maker is essential for making great tasting coffee. Regular cleaning, as described in the Care & Cleaning Instructions and Descaling sections of this Instruction Manual is highly recommended. • Always use fresh, cold water in your Coffee Maker. •...
Care & Cleaning Instructions 1. Always make sure Coffee Maker is unplugged and the warming plate is cool before attempting to clean. 2. After every use, remove the permanent coffee filter, discard used coffee grounds, rinse thoroughly. 3. Wash the removable filter holder and glass carafe in hot, sudsy water. If necessary, scrub the inside of the carafe lid with a soaped kitchen brush.
6. Press the ON/OFF button to start the cleaning cycle. The light around the ON/OFF button will turn on and the unit will beep. 7. Once the cleaning cycle is complete, the light around the ON/OFF button will turn off and the unit will beep.
Storing Instructions 1. Unplug unit and allow to cool. 2. Store Coffee Maker in its box or in a cool, dry place. 3. Never store unit while it is still plugged in.
Limited Two-Year Warranty SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for The warranty is only valid for the a period of TWO YEARS from the date original retail purchaser from the of purchase, this product will be free date of initial retail purchase and is from mechanical defects in material not transferable.
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How To Obtain Warranty Service: You must contact Customer Service at Also, include a copy of the original our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. sales receipt. Carefully package A Customer Service Representative the tagged product with the sales will attempt to resolve warranty issues receipt, and send it (with shipping over the phone.
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