Melitta MEBG8B, MEBG8C, MEBG8W User Manual

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WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all

electrical appliances and may cause personal injury or death.
Please follow all safety instructions.

Coffee Burr Mill

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
a l ways be fo l l owed, including:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord,
plug or appliance in water or other liquid. See instructions fo r
c l e a n i n g .

• This appliance is not for use by children.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near
c h i l d r e n .

• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off
p a rt s, and before cleaning.

• To disconnect, press OFF button, then remove plug from wa l l
o u t l e t .

• Do not touch moving part s.

• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a
damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer
S e rvice for return authorization, examination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjustment.

• The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

• Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
s u r fa c e s.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric bu rn e r, or in a heated
ove n .

• C h e ck chamber for presence of foreign objects before using.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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C AU T I O N : A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the ri s k

of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tri p p i n g
over a longer cord.Extension cords are ava i l a ble from local hardwa r e
stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an
extension cord is required, special care and caution is necessary.A l s o
the cord must be: (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125V, and at
least 10A, 1250W, and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not
d rape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over accidentally.

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POLARIZED PLUG:This appliance has a polari zed plug, (one bl a d e
is wider than the other). As a safety fe a t u r e, to reduce the risk of
e l e c t rical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polari zed 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 electri c i a n .Do not attempt to defe a t
this safety fe a t u r e.

This product is for household use only.

Melitta Perfect Touch Plus Coffee Burr Mill

Dear Customer,

You obviously know coffee, because you have selected a product from one
of the leading names in coffee, Melitta®. Those who know coffee trust
Melitta®for all of their coffee accessories and now you will too! We
believe that the Perfect Touch®Plus Coffee Burr Mill will soon become
an integral part of your coffee experience.

Depending on your mood or preference you may choose from 18 settings,
from coarse to fine grind. The burr wheel ensures consistent, uniform
grounds every time, for the freshest cup of coffee imaginable.

With storage for up to 8 oz. of coffee beans and 8 oz. of ground coffee,
you will always be ready for brewing. Whether making coffee for two, or
using the pre-programmed settings for 4, 8, 10 or 12 cups, the Perfect
Touch®Plus will accommodate the exact amount you need. The
transparent ground coffee chamber allows you to continuously monitor
the amount of coffee grounds prepared.

The Melitta®commitment to coffee is enhanced by products that are
stylish, functional and easy to use. Additional features on the Perfect
Touch Plus Coffee Burr Mill include a grinding wheel that removes easily
for cleaning, a one-touch independent OFF button and auto safety shut
off.

The Melitta®Perfect Touch Plus Coffee Burr Mill, giving fresh meaning
to “the daily grind.”

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Before First Use

1. Carefully unpack the coffee mill and remove all packaging

materials.

2. Wipe the base, lid and whole bean chamber with a clean,
damp cloth. Dry thoroughly before use.

3. To remove any dust that may have accumulated on the
removable parts during packaging, wash the ground coffee
chamber, chamber cover and lid with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh or abrasive
cleansers.

4. Do not place the ground coffee chamber, chamber cover or
lid into the dishwasher.

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Figure A Figure B

Figure E Figure F Figure G

Figure C Figure D

Instructions For Use

1. Remove lid, making sure the whole coffee bean chamber is

empty and clean.

2. Fill top chamber with whole coffee beans using scoop.
(See Figure A) Replace the lid. (See Figure B).
NOTE: The whole bean chamber will hold up to 8-oz. of
coffee b e a n s, which is approximately the amount for three
12-cup cara fes of coffe e.

3 . Place the ground coffee chamber (lower chamber) into position in

the mill, making sure it snaps securely in place.(See Figure C).

4. Plug the cord into a 120V ~ 60Hz outlet.

5. Set the variable grind selector on the left side of the unit.(See

Figure D) There are 18 settings, the lower the setting, the
coarser the grind. The higher the setting, the finer the grind.
For espresso, use settings 16 - 18. After using the appliance
a few times, you can determine the proper setting to suit your
own taste.

6. Start the coffee mill by pressing the automatic selector timer
button for the number of cups you wish to gri n d .(See Figure E)

7. The coffee mill will grind the desired amount of coffee and will
then switch off automatically.
NOTE: If you want to switch off the appliance before the
programmed time elapses, push the OFF button.

8. Remove the ground coffee chamber and spoon ground coffee
into coffee filter.

9. Unplug the coffee mill. See Care and Cleaning.

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Care and Cleaning

1. Unplug the coffee mill.

2. Remove the lid, ground coffee chamber and chamber cover

and wash with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION: Do not immerse the base, plug or cord in water or
other liquid.
CAUTION:Do not place the ground coffee chamber, chamber
cover or lid in the dishwasher.

3. Empty the whole bean chamber.To unlock the grinding wheel,
turn the wheel clockwise and pull up. (See Figures F and G)
Brush the whole bean chamber and the grinding wheel with a
small brush to remove any remaining coffee grounds.

4. Replace and lock the grinding wheel back into position by
turning it counterclockwise.

5. Wipe the base with a clean, damp cloth.

IMPORTANT TIPS

To enjoy the benefits of your Perfect Touch Plus Coffee Burr Mill:

• A l ways use fresh roasted whole coffee beans.If possibl e, buy only
whole beans that were roasted less than five days prior to yo u r
p u r c h a s e, or buy whole beans that were vacuum packed and
sealed immediately after roasting.

• At home, store your whole beans in the refri g e rator in an air-tight
c o n t a i n e r.

• Ground coffee will become stale if not kept in an air-tight
container. To enjoy the richest flavor and aroma from freshly
ground coffe e, grind only as much coffee as you can use
i m m e d i a t e l y.

• For best results, use only Melitta® cone filters, coffee make r s, and
100% Arabica gourmet coffee beans.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

If any parts are missing or defective,

DO NOT return this product.

Please call our Customer Relations Department for assistance.

800-233-9054 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm CST

Thank You

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