GE 68113168965, 1549887, GE8TSDB, 168965 User Manual

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Coffee Maker Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Know Your Coffee Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Using Your Coffee Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Clock/Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cleaning Your Coffee Maker . . . . . . . . .10

Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

GE 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee

Maker with Digital Clock/Timer

1549887 • UPC 68113168965 (6)

Item Stock Number 168965

UPC: 68113168965 (6)

www.gehousewares.com

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1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces.

Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electric shock do not place cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of

table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. To disconnect, press the on/off switch to off, then remove plug from wall outlet.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Be certain Lids are securely in place before operating appliance.

14. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.

15. This thermal carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top.

16. Do not use cracked thermal carafe or a thermal carafe having a loose or weakened handle.

17. Do not clean thermal carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker Safety

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

For Household Use Only.

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.

1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.

3. Use water and coffee only in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or food products (other than coffee) in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything to the water placed in this appliance, except as instructed in the User Maintenance Instructions to clean the appliance.

4. DO NOT attempt to move the base of the appliance while it is hot. Allow appliance to cool completely before moving.

5. Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during operation. Do not place any objects on top of appliance while it is operating. Place the appliance on a surface that is resistant to heat.

6. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.

7. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water or any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into

the water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or has become immersed in water.

Contact Consumer Service for examination and repair.

8. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

9. The appliance must be left to cool down sufficiently before adding more water to avoid splattering.

Always use fresh, cool water in your appliance. Warm water or other liquids, except as listed in cleaning section, may cause damage to the appliance.

10. DO NOT put Thermal Carafe into a microwave.

11. DO NOT lift Filter Basket Lid until brewing is complete, and all parts have cooled.

12. The Thermal Carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top.

Do not use a damaged Thermal Carafe.

13. To prevent injury when utilizing the Auto Pause and Pour feature, replace thermal carafe within (1) one minute of removing during brewing process.

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Before Using Your GE 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker

CAUTION: Before using your GE 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker for the first time, we suggest you become familiar with all of its parts. Read all instructions and cautions carefully.

IMPORTANT: Never place thermal carafe on a hot stove or in a microwave. Never let the thermal carafe stand in water for a long period of time.

Before brewing coffee, clean the Thermal Carafe and removable Filter Basket in warm, soapy water. Reassemble coffee maker and place

Thermal Carafe in place for brewing. Plug unit into outlet. Brew 8 cups of fresh water only. Follow procedures for “Brewing” (without coffee) on page 6. When all the water has brewed into the carafe, switch the coffee maker OFF. The indicator light will turn off. Wait 15 minutes to allow heating element to cool, discard the water from the thermal carafe. Repeat the process once. The unit is now ready for regular use.

CAUTION: Do not immerse cord, plug, or coffee maker unit in water or other liquids.

Consumer Safety Information

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Do not use an extension cord with this product.

POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

ELECTRIC POWER: If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BOTTOM COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

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Know Your 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker

Parts Identification

Your product may vary slightly from illustration.

Filter Basket Holder Thermal Carafe Lid Only – (P/N 30838B) Thermal Carafe With Lid – (P/N 30837B) Polarized plug Digital Clock/Timer ON/OFF Button Illuminating ON LED Base Plate Carafe Handle Carafe Lid Handle Auto Pause and Pour Assembly

(P/N 30819B) Water Level Indicator

(on side, not shown) Water Reservoir Coffee Maker Lid Removable Filter Basket

(P/N 30820B)

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Using Your 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker with Digital Clock/Timer

Brewing

IMPORTANT: Place coffee maker on a level surface.

1. Plug the appliance into a standard 120 V AC electrical outlet.

2. Make sure unit is in the OFF position. The Indicator Light will be off.

3. Remove the Carafe from the Base Plate.

4. Remove Carafe Lid by turning the Carafe Lid handle counter-clockwise until the arrow on the Carafe Lid is aligned with the arrow on the Carafe. Lift Carafe Lid off. (See Figure 1).

5. Fill the Carafe with cold water. Lift the Coffee Maker Lid on top of the coffee maker and slowly pour the water from the Thermal Carafe into the Water Reservoir to the level for the desired number of cups (1-8). Replace Carafe Lid by aligning arrows on Carafe Lid and Carafe body and turn clockwise until handles are aligned (see Figure 2).

6. Extend the Removable Filter Basket handle to lift the Removable Filter Basket straight up and out of the coffee maker. Insert a #4 cone shaped paper coffee filter (or a permanent gold filter) inside the Removable Filter Basket.

7. Place coffee grounds in the filter, using one level tablespoon of drip grind coffee for each cup of brewed coffee.

8. While holding Filter Basket Handle up as in Figure 3 (page 7), turn the Filter Basket so that the 2 guides are facing away from you. See Figure 3 (page 7). Firmly replace the Removable Filter Basket by pushing it down into the Filter Basket Holder with the handle in the upright position. Make sure it fits snugly so the Coffee Maker Lid will close properly. Fold the handle down toward you. When the handle is folded down, it activates latches on the side of the Removable Filter Basket and locks it into place. Close the Coffee Maker Lid ensuring it snaps securely into place.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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9. Make sure Carafe Lid is properly secured onto Carafe. When you replace the Thermal Carafe onto the Base Plate, the Carafe will snap easily into position under the Auto Pause and Pour Assembly.

10. The LCD will flash “12:00” until you set the time. The ON light should be OFF. If it is accidentally lit, press the ON/OFF button once and the ON light will turn OFF.

Helpful Hints for Brewing

• Always use fresh, cold water for brewing. In areas with hard water or where water contains a high mineral content, use cold filtered water for optimal coffee taste.

• For best results, use a premium, fine grind, roast coffee.

• Use a #4 paper cone filter or a permanent gold filter.

Setting the Clock/Timer

Setting the Clock

1. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The display will flash until the time of day is set. NOTE: A power failure will also cause the display to flash and it will be necessary to reset the clock.

2. To set the clock, hold the HOUR button in for 3 to 5 seconds until the hour setting begins to change. Press the HOUR button until the correct hour is displayed, noting that PM is indicated on the left of the display.

3. Press the MIN button until the correct minutes are displayed. A few seconds after you release the button, the colon between the hour and the minutes will begin to flash, indicating that the clock is running.

Turn guides to face the rear of the coffee maker.

Guide

Firmly replace the Removable Filter Basket by pushing it down into the Filter Basket Holder with the handle in the upright position. Make sure it fits snugly so the Coffee Maker Lid will close properly (Lid will snap into place).

Figure 3

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Setting the Timer

1. While holding the PROGRAM button down, press and hold the HOUR button until the hour display begins to change. The coffee cup icon on the left of the display will flash to indicate you are programming the timer. Continue to press the HOUR button until the correct hour is displayed for the brew time you would like to set, noting that PM is indicated on the left of the display.

2. While holding down the PROGRAM button, press the MIN button in the same way until the desired brew time is shown.

3. After the brew time is set, press PROGRAM again to return the display to time of day.

4. Pressing the PROGRAM button toggles the timer on and off. The coffee cup icon indicates when the timer is on.

To Start Brewing Coffee Immediately

For optimal holding temperature, rinse the inside of Thermal Carafe with warm water before brewing; empty and make sure Carafe Lid is properly secured onto Carafe. Place Carafe securely onto coffee maker.

Press the ON/OFF button. The ON LED will illuminate as the coffee maker begins brewing the coffee. Once the brewing cycle is complete the coffee maker will turn OFF automatically.

Once brewing is complete, carefully remove Thermal Carafe from Base Plate. To pour coffee, press button on Carafe Lid Handle.

To Start Brewing Coffee at the Programmed Time

At the programmed time, the coffee maker will turn itself on automatically. The ON light will turn on as the coffee maker begins brewing and coffee will begin flowing into the Thermal Carafe. Once the brewing cycle is complete the coffee maker will turn OFF automatically.

Once brewing is complete, carefully remove Thermal Carafe from Base Plate. To pour coffee, press button on Carafe Lid Handle.

NOTE: The amount of coffee in the Carafe may be slightly less than the amount of water placed in the Water Reservoir, since some of the water is absorbed by the coffee grounds.

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