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Care & Cleaning Instructions
1. During the brewing process make sure the brewing container is positioned in a safe area
where it won’t be knocked over or bumped. Make sure the lid is properly attached before
moving a filled brewing container.
2. After brewing, discard used coffee grounds or tea leaves.
3. Use the Easy-Grab Tab to remove the reusable Cold Brew filter. Rinse filter under running
water, then squeeze to remove moisture. Place clean and dry cold brew filter into an
airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer between uses.
IMPORTANT! NEVER use soap to clean the Cold Brew filter. If soap has been applied, dispose
filter immediately.
NOTE:
It is recommended that Grab Tab filters be replaced after 10 to 12 uses, or after 3 to 4
months when brewing weekly.
4. Rinse and wash the brewing container, lid, glass carafe and lid in hot, sudsy water.
NOTE:
The brewing container and lid, glass decanter and lid are top rack dishwasher-safe.
WARNING:
To avoid breakage, handle decanter with care. Avoid impact. Glass will break as
a result of impact. Use care when cleaning; avoid hitting the faucet.
5. For stubborn stains, use a nylon or plastic pad with a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 2
parts cold water. Do not use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleansers
6. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth to remove superficial stains.
Storing Instructions
1. Clean and dry Cold Brew filters should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator or
freezer between uses.
2. Store the Smart Valve Cold Brew Coffee Maker in a safe place, or in its box.
3. Keep both brewing container and glass decanter in protective wrap for storage.
Hints for Great Tasting Cold Brew Coffee & Tea
• Always use fresh, filtered room temperature water in your Cold Brew Coffee Maker.
• To avoid clogging the cold brew filter, make sure beans are COARSELY ground & NEVER
shake the brewing container or agitate the grounds during the brewing process.
• If the flow of concentrate is weak and the filter is clogged before full extraction is
completed, using the rounded, blunt end of a butter knife, gently scrape the top of the filter
clean. Be careful not to agitate the coffee grounds.
• Use simple sugar syrups to sweeten your cold brew coffee and tea. Use a 1:1 ratio, sugar to
water; bring to a boil. Stir constantly until all sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool.
• For best flavor and performance, cold brew filters should be cleaned and dried after each
use.
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IMPORTANT! NEVER USE SOAP to clean any Easy-Grab Tab filter.
• Store coffee beans or ground coffee in a cool, dry place. Once coffee has been opened,
keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness.
• For optimum coffee flavor, buy whole beans and coarsely grind, just before brewing.
• Do not re-use coffee grounds, or tea leaves since this will greatly impair the flavor.
• Coffee or tea concentrate will keep at least 2 weeks in the covered glass decanter when
refrigerated.
• 5 cups (1250ml) of coffee concentrate can produce up to 32 (5-oz) cups of coffee when
diluted with other liquids.
• 5 cups (1250ml) of tea concentrate can produce up to 53 (5-oz) cups of tea when diluted
with other liquids.
• Use coffee or tea concentrate to make ice cubes for future iced coffee or tea drinks.
• Coffee or tea concentrate is great to use in recipes calling for strong brewed coffee or tea.
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