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1.

After each use, unplug cord from outlet then remove cord from the coffee urn. Let

cool before cleaning.

2. 

Remove cover, coffee basket and stem. Wash these in hot soapy water. Rinse and

dry. These parts can also be placed in dishwasher. Do not put urn in dishwasher.

3.

Fill the coffee urn half full with hot water. Add a drop of liquid dishwashing detergent

and wash the inside of the coffee urn. Use a non-abrasive scouring pad and clean
the inside of the heating unit well. This part must be properly cleaned to maintain the
proper operation of the coffeemaker.

4. 

Drain the soapy water then fill the coffee urn with hot water to rinse. Open serving

spout and let hot water flow through to clean the spout. Repeat with another hot
water rinse. Dry.

5. 

Clean outside of coffee urn with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or

cleansers.

HOW TO CLEAN

TO REMOVE MINERAL DEPOSITS AND BUILDUP

If the coffee urn is used daily follow these instructions every other week. Fill the coffee
urn with 1 quart (1 L) cold water and 1 quart (1 L) white vinegar. Assemble with stem,
coffee basket, and cover then turn to lock. 

Plug in and let go through the perk cycle. When perking has stopped let sit another 
15 minutes. Unplug and drain the coffee urn. Let cool then clean according to “How 
To Clean.”

TO REMOVE DISCOLORATION

To lighten discolored metal inside the coffee urn, fill the urn to the 42 cup level (10.5 L).
Assemble with stem and coffee basket. Place 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon (35 ml)
cream of tartar into basket (found in the spice section of supermarket). Place cover onto
coffee urn and turn to lock.

Plug in and let go through the perk cycle. When perking has stopped let sit another 
15 minutes. Unplug and drain the coffee urn. Let cool then clean according to “How To
Clean.”

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Summary of Contents for 169161

Page 1: ...mer Assistance call Customer Service at 1 877 207 0923 US or 1 877 556 0973 Canada Pour l assistance à la clientèle au Canada 1 877 556 0973 Para comunicarse con Asistencia al Cliente en México 01 800 343 7378 Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este instructivo antes de usar su aparato 840167100 ENv03 qxd 5 31 07 4 38 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...e 12 Scalding may occur if cover is removed during brew cycle 13 Do not place coffeemaker on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 14 Always attach plug to appliance first then plug cord into wall outlet To disconnect coffeemaker remove plug from wall outlet then unplug from coffeemaker 15 Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not remove the bottom cover No use...

Page 3: ... outlet The unit auto matically turns on 6 The coffee urn will stop automatically when the coffee has finished brewing and the Ready light will glow Allow about 1 minute per cup for brewing time 7 Using a hot mitt remove cover then carefully remove coffee basket with HOT grounds and stem Replace cover and turn to lock NOTE The coffee urn will remain at serving temperature until it is unplugged 8 T...

Page 4: ... in coffee urn and let go through complete perk cycle Water is hot when Ready light glows TO HEAT WATER NOTE We recommend using coffee that has been ground specifically for use in a percolator type coffee maker Although coffee marked For All Coffee Makers is acceptable If using a coffee grinder and whole beans percolator coffee should be a coarse grind A finely ground coffee may cause the coffee b...

Page 5: ...abrasive scouring pads or cleansers HOW TO CLEAN TO REMOVE MINERAL DEPOSITS AND BUILDUP If the coffee urn is used daily follow these instructions every other week Fill the coffee urn with 1 quart 1 L cold water and 1 quart 1 L white vinegar Assemble with stem coffee basket and cover then turn to lock Plug in and let go through the perk cycle When perking has stopped let sit another 15 minutes Unpl...

Page 6: ...ions Damage from misuse abuse or neglect including failure to clean product regularly in accordance with manufacturer s instructions How does state law relate to this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED W...

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