Melitta MECFIOT User Manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE FOR

MODEL MECFIOT

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Coffeemaker with

Charcoal Water Filter

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

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

• Do not immerse cord, plug or coffeemaker unit in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.

• This appliance is not for use by children.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before attaching or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.

• To disconnect, switch OFF , then remove plug from power supply.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.

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

• Only use appliance as indicated in these instructions.

• Carafe must never be used on a range top. Use only the designated carafe for your coffeemaker.

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

• Do not remove filter basket or lids during brewing cycle, scalding may occur.

• Allow filter basket to cool before removing it from coffeemaker.

• Do not pour liquid other than water and the cleaning solution specified in this manual into the water chamber (see instructions for cleaning).

• Do not move entire unit when carafe contains hot liquid.

• 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. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• Use attachments only if recommended by manufacturer.

• Be certain lids are securely in place before operating appliance.

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

• Coffeemaker must be left to cool down for approximately 10 minutes before adding more water.

• WARNING: Do not remove bottom cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair must be done by authorized service personnel only .

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

CAUTION: Ashort power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of

personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is required, special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be: (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V and at least 13A., 1625 W., and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical 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 defeat this safety feature.

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

Removable Liner

Swing Out Filter Basket

Automatic Pause and Pour

Thermal Carafe and Lid

Cord Storage

Front Water Fill and Lid

Charcoal Filter Water Chamber and Lid with Filter Replacement Label

Water Level Indicator

Water Pipe

System

Lighted ON/OFF Switch

Tabs

Charcoal

Filter

Water

Chamber

Charcoal

Filter

Charcoal

Filter

Holder

Tab

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2

CHARCOAL FILTRATION SYSTEM

COFFEEMAKER

Before Using

Your Coffeemaker

Caution: Unplug from outlet. Turn switch to off position O.

Important: Never place the thermal carafe on a hot stove or in a microwave. Avoid extreme temperature changes from hot to cold or vice versa in the thermal carafe. That is, do not fill the carafe with cold water when it is still hot. Never put your hand into the thermal glass carafe nor let it stand in water. Do not unscrew the carafe.

Become familiar with parts of the unit; see figures 1 and 2. The illustrations in this guide are for information purposes only. You may find your coffeemaker looks different; however, the steps for operation are the same.

Follow instructions for cleaning. See “CARE AND CLEANING.” Insert charcoal water filter; see “WATER FILTER.” Fill the coffeemaker with the maximum amount of water and turn the unit on. Follow procedures for “BREWING” (without coffee). Unplug coffeemaker and discard the water. Wait 10 minutes to allow heating elements to cool. Repeat the process one more time.

Caution: Do not immerse cord, plug, coffeemaker unit or thermal carafe and lid in water or other liquid.

Water Filter

This unit features an optional charcoal water filter to provide optimum taste and removal of most of the chlorine from tap water, along with other metals and particles often found in tap water. To insert the charcoal filter, remove the lid of the water chamber. T ake the water chamber by the handle and lift directly up and out. Turn filter holder counter clockwise until it releases. Place charcoal filter in water filter holder, aligning arrow on chamber with tab on holder. Push up and turn clockwise, (see figure 2). Reposition chamber in coffeemaker aligning tabs on chamber and grooves in coffeemaker; replace lid. The water will be filtered when poured either directly through the water chamber or through the frontal water fill. Filters should be replaced either after 60 uses or 6 weeks (whichever occurs first) and can be ordered directly from the Consumer Relations Department by calling toll-free 1-800-947-3744 or 1-800-947-3745.

Water Filter (Continued)

Each charcoal water filter comes with a set of monthly stickers to attach to the label located on the water chamber lid. Write day next to month; this will allow you to keep track when you started using the water filter. Do not attempt to clean the filter.

If you use spring or bottled water or your water contains only a small amount of chlorine, you may not notice a difference in the taste of your coffee when using the filter.

Brewing

1. Make sure unit is in the OFF position O, (top of switch

pushed in). The indicator light will be off.

2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.

3. Lift up the hinged water fill lid located at the front of unit and

slowly add cold water to desired level using the water level indicator (between 3-10 cups). Brewing less than 3 cups or 15 ounces is not recommended. You may also pour water directly into the charcoal filter chamber. Both filling methods allow water to pass through the charcoal water filter.

4. For optimal holding temperature, rinse the inside of thermal carafe with warm water before brewing; empty and screw lid on tightly. Place carafe securely onto coffeemaker.

5. Open swing out filter basket. Insert a #4 cone-shaped paper filter into removable liner and add coffee grounds. Return basket to closed position; it will click into place. Use approximately 1 measuring spoon of grounds for every cup of coffee.

6. Press bottom of switch to ON position I. The indicator light will turn on.

IMPORTANT: Pipes become hot during use.

7. If you wish to serve a cup of coffee before brew cycle is

complete, “pause and pour,” simply remove carafe. Dripping will automatically cease. Return carafe securely back onto unit within 30 seconds; dripping will resume.

Note: If the carafe is not returned to the coffeemaker, the coffee will overflow from the filter basket.

8. The coffeemaker will switch off automatically approximately 15 minutes after turning the unit on.

9. To serve, carefully remove thermal carafe and loosen lid by turning it counter-clockwise. The indication dot should be in the front position to pour coffee. Tighten lid after serving.

10. Unplug and allow to cool for 10 minutes between cycles.

Brewing (Continued)

IMPORTANT: If not allowed to cool before immediate repeated

use, water placed in water chamber may become overheated. A spray of steam could be released from openings, creating a risk of burns.

Helpful Hints for Brewing

• The markings on the water level indicator reflect the quantity of fresh water. The quantity of brewed coffee is less because the coffee grounds absorb water.

• The carafe will keep coffee warm longer if it is completely full. If the carafe is only half full, the hot coffee will cool down faster.

• Rinse the inside of the carafe with cool water, then fill with precooled iced drink.

• Tea leaves may be placed in the filter if you wish to make hot tea instead of coffee.

• Never use hot or carbonated water. This will damage the appliance.

• Never pour milk, liquid coffee, tea, etc. into the water chamber.

Care and Cleaning

1. Make sure coffeemaker is in the OFF position O (top of

switch pushed in); the indicator light will be off.

2. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.

3. Open swing out filter basket and use handle to lift out

removable liner. Discard coffee grounds and paper filter. Do not immerse thermal lid and carafe. Wash inside of carafe with warm sudsy water, rinse and dry. Wash and dry remaining removable parts, (except charcoal filter). Replace liner by fitting notch and handle in groove of filter basket. Do not use cleaning agents or wire bottle brushes to clean the inside of the thermal carafe. Mineral deposits can be removed from the coffeemaker and the carafe by following the “DESCALING” instructions.

4. Clean the outside of the coffeemaker with a damp cloth.

CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR

COFFEEMAKER UNIT OR THERMAL LID AND CARAFE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.

The life of your coffeemaker will be longer if you replace the charcoal filter as recommended, after 60 uses or 6 weeks.

Care and Cleaning (Continued)

Descaling

We recommend you deep clean your coffeemaker once a month since mineral deposits from tap water can form a coating in the coffeemaker, causing slower brewing time and possibly an off flavor in the coffee. To deep clean your coffeemaker:

1. Remove charcoal filtration system, (water chamber, filter holder, and filter).

2. Pour 8 ounces of vinegar into the water chamber, and add cold water up to the 10-cup mark.

3. Place a clean paper filter in the filter basket and close.

4. Follow “BREWING” instructions (without coffee).

5. When the unit cycles off, wait 15 minutes and pour solution

back into coffeemaker. Be sure that basket is still in proper position.

6. Turn unit on again. Allow all solution to empty into carafe; coffeemaker will shut-off. After dripping stops, discard solution.

7. Allow coffeemaker to cool 10 minutes. Rinse it out by replacing charcoal filtration system and brewing a carafe full of water (without coffee). Make sure to insert a fresh paper filter before brewing.

8. At end of cycle, discard water and paper filter. Wash and dry all removable parts; see “CARE AND CLEANING.”

9. When coffeemaker has cooled, wipe exterior with a damp cloth.

Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be performed by an authorized service center.

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