KitchenAid 4KPCM050 User Manual

P RO LINE™ SERIES

GUIDE TO

PROFESSIONAL

RESULTS

Model 4KPCM050 Coffee Maker

P RO LINE™ SERIES

MODEL

4KPCM050

COFFEE MAKER

Introduction

Section Contents

Table of Contents ............................... 3

Coffee Maker Safety ........................... 4

Important Safeguards ........................ 5

Proof of Purchase & Registration ........ 6

Electrical Requirements ......................7

INTRODUCTION

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The KitchenAid® PRO LINE™ Series Coffee Maker brings commercial
performance to the home, combining outstanding construction and durability
with features that make brewing abundant amounts of superb coffee easy.

The commercial 1350-watt stainless steel heat pump brews quickly, providing
exceptionally smooth and flavorful coffee. The elegant die-cast metal housing
and stainless steel brew basket will stand up to the heaviest use. The front-fill
water reservoir and slide-out basket design offer remarkable convenience.

With a 12-cup carafe, the Coffee Maker features exceptional capacity. The
warming plate offers two temperature selections: “low” preserves the flavor of
coffee served at a leisurely pace, while “high” keeps coffee piping hot.

An easy-to-set digital brew timer makes waking up to fresh coffee every morning simple. After brewing,
keep an eye on coffee freshness with the handy “Time Since Brewing” display. And don’t worry about
leaving the Coffee Maker on: it automatically shuts off two hours after brewing.

The KitchenAid

®

PRO LINE™ Series: commercial quality for the discriminating home chef. From the

company distinguished by its legendary craftsmanship.

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TABL E OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Introduction ...................................................................2

Coffee Maker Safety

Important Safeguards

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration

Electrical Requirements

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FEATURES AND OPERATION

Coffee Maker Features ............................................................. 10

Preparing the Coffee Maker For Use

Pre-Use Cleaning

Installing the Water Filter

Setting the Time-of-Day Clock

Brewing Coffee ....................................................................... 16

Using the Warming Plate

Adjusting Warming Plate Temperature .......................... 19

Turning Off the Warming Plate ...................................... 19

Automatic Shutoff Feature ............................................. 19

Programming the Automatic Brew Timer

Adjusting Message Tone Volume

Resetting the Water Filter Icon

Coffee Brewing Suggestions: Advice for Great Taste

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CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Coffee Maker ............................................... 28

Descaling

Storing the Coffee Maker

Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter

Troubleshooting & Error Codes

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION

Total Satisfaction Warranty for Canada ............................... 34

Arranging for Warranty Service

Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires

........................................... 35

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INTRODUCTION

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COFFEE MAKER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word
“DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow
instructions.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord,

plugs, or Coffee Maker in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by

or near children.

5. Unplug Coffee Maker from outlet 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. Return appliance to the nearest authorized
service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessories not recommended by the appliance

manufacturer may result in fire, shock or injury to persons.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

12. Do not use appliance without lid properly placed on

container.

13. The container is designed for use with this appliance. It must

never be used on a range top.

14. Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface.

15. Do not use a cracked container or a container having a loose

or weakened handle.

16. Do not clean container with cleaners, steel wool pads, or

other abrasive material.

17. This product has been cUL Listed for household and

commercial use.

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PROOF OF PURCHASE

& PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of
purchase of your Coffee Maker. Proof of purchase will assure you
of in-warranty service.

Before you use your Coffee Maker, please fill out and mail your
product registration card packed with the unit. This card will
enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product
safety notification. This card does not verify your warranty.

Please complete the following for your personal records:

Model Number: 4KPCM050

Date Purchased

Dealer’s Name __________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________

Phone _________________________________________________

__________________________________________

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Volts: 120 V.A.C. only.
Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: Your Coffee Maker has a 3 prong grounded plug. To

reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Do
not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short,
have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near
the appliance.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.

INTRODUCTION

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P RO LINE™ SERIES

FEATURES

AND

OPERATION

Features and Operation

Section Contents

Coffee Maker Features ..................... 10

Preparing For Use

Pre-Use Cleaning .......................... 13

Installing the Water Filter ............. 13

Setting the Time-of-Day Clock ..... 14

Brewing Coffee ................................ 16

Using the Warming Plate ................. 19

Programming the Brew Timer ..........20

Adjusting Message Tone Volume ...... 22

Resetting the Water Filter Icon ......... 23

Coffee Brewing Suggestions ............. 24

FEATURES AND OPERATION

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MODEL 4KPCM050

COFFEE MAKER FEATURES

Front-Fill Water Guide

Fill the water reservoir through the convenient
front-fill water guide. A tone sounds to prevent
overfilling when the maximum water level is reached.

Water Guide Cover

Cover prevents debris from falling into the
water guide.

Water Filter Access Cover

Cover snaps in and out for convenient access to the
water reservoir and filter.

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Stainless Steel Brew Basket

Durable basket slides in and out from the front for
easy access.

Model 4KPCM050

Coffee Maker

Brew Basket Insert

Insert removes from the brew basket for easy
cleaning.

12-Cup Glass Carafe

Carafe features drip-free pouring, comfortable
handle, and a removable lid that snaps in and out.
Orange and black lids can be alternated to indicate
regular or decaffeinated coffee.

Warming Plate Temperature Switch

Keep coffee heated to taste: “low” preserves the
flavor of coffee served at a leisurely pace, while
“high” keeps coffee piping hot.

Brew Timer Display and
Timer Adjustment Buttons

Digital display shows the AM or PM time-of-day
along with the water level, sound, and filter icons.

The easy-to-set brew timer will brew coffee at the
selected time, day or night. “Flicker protection” ensures that the
timer and clock will maintain settings during a momentary power
outage. The “+” and “–” timer adjustment buttons set the brew
timer and clock.

Auto-On/Off Switch

To switch the Coffee Maker on or off, turn
the auto-on/off switch momentarily to the “On/Off”
position. To activate or deactivate the automatic brew

timer, turn the switch momentarily to the “Auto”
position. Indicator lights show when the Coffee Maker is on or the
brew timer is activated. The Coffee Maker or brew timer cannot be
switched on if there are fewer than 4 cups (17 oz [500 ml]) of brew
water in the reservoir.

Program-Clock Switch

The program-clock switch is used with the timer

adjustment buttons to program the brew timer and

set the time-of-day clock. To enter the clock-setting

mode, turn the program-clock switch momentarily
to the “Clock” position. To program the brew timer, turn the
program-clock switch momentarily to the “Prog” position.

Time Since Brewing Display

Display shows coffee freshness at a glance. 30, 60,

90, and 120-minute quadrants light up to indicate

the time elapsed since the last carafe was brewed.

FEATURES AND OPERATION

Water Level Icons

Icons on the brew timer display show whether the

water reservoir is low, medium, or full.

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