User manual KRUPS FMA1

[. . . ] Always plug cord into the wall outlet before turning on any controls. To disconnect, turn power control to «off» then remove plug from wall outlet. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed or filter basket is removed during the brewing cycle. [. . . ] If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. KRUPS 5 Description a b c d e f Water tank with water level indicator Water tank cover Removable filter holder Coffee carafe On/Off switch Warming plate brewing cycle. You have about 20 seconds between the removal of the carafe and its being reinserted to pour one or two cups of coffee. The "Stop'n Serve" device closes off the filter cone so effectively that there is virtually no coffee-drip onto the waming plate. Once the carafe is replaced, the brewing cycle and the flow of coffee into the carafe are resumed. & ONLY (PRIMING) Before first use . When usingyourcoffee maker for the first time, rinse the coffee carafe and run the coffee maker with a full tank of water but without coffee grounds. Using the Coffee Maker If coffee does drip onto the warming plate after removal of the carafe, it is usually an indication that too much ground coffee has been placed into the paper filter. This causes the water that jets into the filter cone to overflow between the paper filter and the sides of the filter cone. The overflow carries coffee grounds that interfere with the snapshut action of the filter holder, thus allowing brewed coffee to continue to drip through. If this blockage and subsequent dripping do occur, replace the glass carafe immediately and allow the full brewing cycle to run its course, Do not remove the filter until the brewing cycle is completed. TheKRUPS «Cafe Express»has a 4-cup carafe with a warming plate to keep your coffee hot for up to two hours. ng the filter holder (2) out to the side and pour your coffee grounds into a Krups nO. 2 filter and place the filter properly in the filter holder (3). Swing the filter-holder back to properly locked position. Hint: 1 cup of water is equal to 1 scoop of grounds. . Fi . Swi ll the water tank (1) with cold water, Maintenance Decalcifying Whento decaclicfy: Minerals found in water can clog the coffee maker or reduce its speed. You will know when such a cleaningisnec:essary an by obvious slowdown in the brewing time. This extended time indicates that there is a calcium deposit in your coffee maker. You will generally only need to descale every two to four months (about 40 uses) depending on the hardness level of your water. To decalcify: ll the carafe one quarter full of vinegar, then addcold tap water to the max fill line. Pour the water/vinegar mixture into the reservoir opening. ace the empty carafe on the warming plate . Pr . Pl ace coffeecarafe, with the lid in place, the onthewarming plate(f). essthe On/Off switch (e) to start the machine. The red indicator will come on to show that the coffee-machine is in operation. "Stop 'n Serve" feature The "Stop' n Serve" feature is KRUPS answer to the impatient coffee drinker's clamor for" a quick cup of coffee!" This device automatically stops the flow of brewed coffee through the filter cone if the glass carafe is removed from the warming plate during the . Fi . Pl and turn on the machine. 6 KRUPS . Lett . Leavet . Swi . Ri . Donot " he equivalent of one glassful flow into the carafe then stop the appliance. [. . . ] To clean, simply wipe off with a soft, damp cloth. Never use a cloth to clean the inside of the water chamber, as this might leave fuzzy deposits in the chamber. Simply rinse with cold water, periodically, Practical 0 hints 0 Always remember to replace the cover on the coffee carafe to ensure operation of the stop 'n serve feature Check that there is no hot coffee left in the filter-holder before removing it 0 Thelength of the powercordcanbe adjusted by pulling it or by pushing it into the appliance. KRUPS 7 GUARANTEE OF PERFORMANCE This fine KRUPSproduct is manufactured according to a rigid code of quality standards, and, with minimum care, should give years of service. However, should the need arise for repairs or for replacement parts within or after the warranty period, please call our CONSUMERSERVICE DEPARTMENT: USA: (800) 526-5377 24-hours a day, 7 days a week (905) 669-0114 Monday-Friday 8:00 a. m - 4:30 p. m Canada: You will be provided with specific instruction on how to get your p~oduct repaired. [. . . ]