Hints for Great-Tasting Coffee:
• Always use fresh, cold water.
• For stronger or milder coffee, increase or decrease the amount of coffee grounds to
suit your taste.
• Finer coffee grinds, such as Drip and Automatic Drip Coffeemaker (ADC) coffee
grounds, promote a full extraction of flavor and a rich, full-bodied coffee.
• Store unused coffee grounds in a cool, dry place. After opening a package of coffee
grounds, tightly reseal it and store it in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
• For optimum coffee taste, buy whole coffee beans and finely grind them just before
brewing.
• Do not reuse coffee grounds; this greatly reduces the coffee's flavor.
• Reheating coffee is not recommended as coffee is at its peak flavor immediately
after brewing.
• A clean Coffeemaker is essential for making great-tasting coffee. Clean regularly as
specified in the "Care and Maintenance" section.
• Prevent an oily buildup: A small amount of oil on the sbrewed coffee is due to the
release of oil from roasted coffee beans. Heavily-roasted coffee beans release
more oil than others. Regularly cleaning your Coffeemaker will prevent an oily
buildup.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always unplug the Power Cord from the electrical outlet and allow the
product to cool completely before cleaning or storing.
Cleaning:
• The Mug, Mug Lid, and Filter Basket may be placed on the upper rack of a dishwasher
for cleaning or hand washed in warm, soapy water. The Reusable Mesh Filter must
be washed by hand.
NOTE: When washed in a dishwasher, the parts may appear to fade. Restore by polishing
them with a soft, dry cloth.
• Wipe the exterior surface of the Coffeemaker with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use
metal scouring pads or abrasive cleaners.
Removing Mineral Deposits:
To keep your Coffeemaker operating efficiently, remove mineral deposits left by water.
At least once a month, use a water and vinegar household cleaning solution as
described below to prevent the buildup of mineral deposits. If the water in your area
is especially high in minerals, do this every two weeks.
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