Hamilton Beach 840153800 - Manual (Page 8)

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
To maintain the performance of your coffeemaker, clean it once a
month. Periodic cleaning removes mineral deposits that slow down
brew time and result in bitter coffee taste.
To Clean Inside of Coffeemaker using Cleaner and Descaler:
■ Remove water filter and water filter holder (optional feature).
■ Plug in and set the clock.
■ Place empty carafe on Keep-Hot Plate. Put the empty filter
basket in place. Do not add coffee into filter basket.
■ Use any commercially-available coffeemaker cleaner and
descaler intended for home use. Follow package directions. After
cleaning, thoroughly rinse coffeemaker by brewing twice with
water only.
To order a cleaner, call:
1-800-851-8900 or online: hbaccessories.com
NOTE: Commercially-available brands of descaler include CleanCaf.
™
To Clean Inside of Coffeemaker using White Vinegar:
■ Remove water filter and water filter holder (optional feature).
■ Plug in and set the clock.
■ Place empty carafe on Keep-Hot Plate. Insert filter basket. Do not
add coffee into filter basket.
■ Press the ON/OFF button once to turn on. The brewing light will
glow. After 20 seconds, press the ON/OFF button to turn off.
■ Pour one pint of plain white vinegar into the reservoir.
■ Wait 20-30 minutes to allow the vinegar to clean. Then turn on
again. When the brew cycle is finished, wait for unit to cool.
■ Empty carafe and rinse. Pour one carafe of cold tap water into
the reservoir. Place carafe on Keep-Hot Plate
■ Press ON/OFF button once. When the brew cycle is complete,
empty the carafe. Allow the coffeemaker to cool, then repeat
this step with one more carafe of cold tap water.
■ Turn off when completed.
■ Wash carafe and filter basket before making beverage.
To Clean Carafe, Filter Basket, and Removable Reservoir:
■ Wash carafe in hot, soapy water. DO NOT put in dishwasher.
■ Wash filter basket by hand in hot, soapy water or in the top rack of
dishwasher.
■ Wash removable reservoir in hot, soapy water.
To Clean Exterior of Coffeemaker:
Unplug coffeemaker. Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth and warm,
soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners as they will scratch the
finish of the product.
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