User manual SEVERIN KA 4772

[. . . ] Do not allow the appliance or its power cord to touch hot surfaces or to come 7 into contact with any heat sources. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use. The hot-plate becomes very hot during operation. To prevent the danger of hot water or steam being emitted, always switch off the coffee maker and allow sufficient time for the appliance to cool down before it is opened or any accessories or attachments are removed. [. . . ] This will prevent damage to the heating element. 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: Use the grip recess on the water container and lift it out. Open the lid, fill the container with the desired quantity of water and replace the lid. Replace the container in the appliance and push it down in to open the valve in the bottom. - Inserting the paper filter: Open the swing-out filter by pressing the filter release and insert a size-4 paper filter into the filter holder, first folding down the perforated sides of the filter. - Filling with ground coffee: 8 For each regular-sized cup (125ml), a measure of about 6 g (= 11/2 - 2 teaspoons) of medium or finely ground coffee will be required. Close the swing-out filter afterwards, ensuring that it locks into place. - Preparing the glass carafe: Fit the aroma protection lid onto the carafe, and then place the carafe into the appliance. If correctly inserted, the lid will disable the drip-stop mechanism in the filter holder during the brewing cycle. - Starting the brewing cycle: Insert the plug into a suitable wall outlet and use the On/Off switch to switch the coffee maker on. The filtration cycle starts and the water passes through the filter. - Removing the glass carafe: Wait until all the water has passed through the filter before the carafe is removed from the appliance. - Switching off the coffee maker: The coffee may be kept warm inside the carafe by leaving it standing on the hot-plate. The plate is kept warm until the appliance is switched off. Always switch off the appliance after use and remove the plug from the wall socket. Descaling Depending on the water quality (lime content) in your area as well as the frequency of use, all thermal household appliances using hot water need descaling (i. e. removal of lime deposits) on a regular basis to warrant proper functioning. A lengthening of the brewing time and increased noise during brewing indicate that descaling of the coffee maker has become necessary. An excessive build-up of lime deposits is very difficult to remove, even when strong descaling agents are used. It may also cause the brewing system to leak. [. . . ] 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 by pressing the filter release, and lift out the filter insert. Dispose of the ground coffee (as a natural substance, it may be composted). [. . . ]