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• Ensure the unit has at
least 4 inches (10cm)
of clearance from all
side panels.
• Do not operate the
appliance without water
in the water tank. Use
only cold, preferably
filtered water. Do not
fill the appliance with
any other liquids for
brewing operations.
• Ensure the supplied mesh
basket filter or a paper filter
(8-12 cup, flat base basket
style with ~ 3¼"/8.25cm
base) is placed in the
coffee basket before
using the appliance. Do
not use the mesh basket
filter in conjunction with
a paper filter.
• Before starting a brew cycle:
−Check that the carafe
drip stop moves up and
down freely.
−Completely empty the
carafe and securely lock
the carafe lid in place.
−Insert and seat the carafe
under the drip stop.
−Ensure the filter basket
is empty and properly fit
in place.
• During a brew cycle:
−Do not remove the carafe
or remove the filter basket
while the unit is in a brew
cycle. Failure to follow the
above may lead to scalding
or serious injury.
• Some surfaces may be hot,
use caution when touching
or lifting the unit or
accessories.
• Use only carafe handle
when lifting the carafe.
• The carafe is designed for
use with this appliance only.
It must never be used on a
range top or in a microwave.
• Scalding may occur if
the carafe lid or basket
is removed during the
brewing cycle.
CAUTION
• Risk of injury. Proper
installation/removal of
basket is required to reduce
the risk of splashing of
hot water.
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