User manual SEVERIN KA 4150

[. . . ] Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This appliance is intended for domestic use only and not for commercial applications. No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with. In order to comply with safety regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical appliances must be carried out by qualified personnel, including the replacement of the power cord. [. . . ] If repairs are needed, please send the appliance to one of our customer service departments. The addresses can be found in the appendix to this manual. Before using for the first time Before making coffee for the first time, let the appliance go through two or three filtration cycles using the indicated maximum amount of cold water, but without using ground coffee. This should also be done if the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, and after descaling. General information - A measuring scale on the water container and on the glass carafe facilitates filling the container with the correct amount of clean water. With a dual-scale, the left scale is used for regular-sized cups of approx. 125ml, while the right scale is used for smaller cups. Make sure that the indicated maximum amount of water is not exceeded. If several consecutive brewing cycles are required, switch off the coffee maker after each cycle and let the appliance cool down for approx. Important note: When filling the appliance with fresh water shortly after a brewing cycle is completed, there is a danger of scalding from hot water or steam escaping through the water outlet. Making coffee - Filling with water: Open the water container lid, fill the container with the desired quantity of water and replace the lid. - Pour the descaling solution into the water container, insert a paper filter into the filter holder without adding any ground coffee as described in section Making coffee, and let the appliance run through one filtration cycle. During descaling, ensure sufficient ventilation and do not inhale any vinegar vapours. - To clean the appliance after descaling, let it run through 2-3 filtration cycles using clean water only. - Do not pour descalers down enamel sinks. Cleaning and care Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply and has cooled down completely. To avoid the risk of electric shock do not immerse the coffee maker in water. The appliance may be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth, using a mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions. - To remove the used ground coffee, open the swing-out filter and take out the filter. [. . . ] Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions. - To remove the used ground coffee, open the swing-out filter and take out the filter. Dispose of the ground coffee (as a natural substance, it may be composted). Rinse out the swing-out filter before it is replaced. [. . . ]