Cleaning and maintenance
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the coffee maker is turned OFF and UNPLUGGED before cleaning or
attempting to store the item. NEVER IMMERSE THE MOTOR in water or any other liquid.
NEVER operate the coffee maker without the brew basket in place.
It is important to clean your coffee maker thoroughly after each use to prevent sticky build ups
that are difficult to clean later. Proper cleaning of the coffee maker can lead to clean, better
tasting coffee. Make sure unit is cleaned regularly.
1.
When performing any cleaning or maintenance to this unit, be sure to unplug from power
outlet first.
2.
Remove the individual parts from the coffee maker base.
3.
Wash the parts in warm soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly before storing. NOTE: All
parts, EXCEPT the base with motor and the silver cup rest plate, are dishwasher safe.
4.
Wipe the base with a damp cloth, sponge or paper towel. Do NOT immerse the base or run
water over the base unit. Dry the surfaces with a soft cloth or paper towel before storing.
5.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the coffee maker.
Descaling
Note: The Single Serve Coffee Maker should be cleaned at least once a month or after every
200 cycles (once a week for areas with hard water). To keep the coffee maker operating
effectively, descaling helps to remove any build-up.
1.
Option 1: If using plain white vinegar as a descaler, pour ½ cup of plain white vinegar and
½ cup of cold water into the water tank.
2.
Option 2: If using a store bought descaler, fill the water tank with water and descaler up to
the 8oz marking on the water level indicator. The ratio of water and descaler is 4:1. For
details, refer to the instructions of the descaler.
3.
Close the lid, and make sure brew basket is in place without the pod holder or filter and
push the release lever to lock brew basket into place.
4.
Press the power button. The 8oz and the 15oz buttons will light up while the power button
flashes. This means the water is heating up.
5.
When all 3 buttons are lit and not flashing (30-60 seconds), the coffee maker is ready to
brew.
6.
Place a suitable cup/mug on the cup rest large enough to brew 8oz to 15oz. The ounces
button will flash until brew is complete (about 1-2 minutes)
7.
After first brew, unplug the coffee maker and allow vinegar water solution to sit for 30
minutes.
8.
Plug in coffee maker, add 1 cup cold water to water tank and brew until tank is empty,
making sure to empty and rinse cup in between brews.
9.
Continue brewing the water only, until the tank has emptied. Make sure to wait about 2-3
minutes in between brews so the coffee maker can cool.
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Cleaning and maintenance