Russell Hobbs 18663-56 Instructions And Warranty

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY

MODEL NO. 18663-56

FUTURA 1.5L FILTER COFFEE MAKER

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Congratulations on purchasing our Russell Hobbs Futura 1.5L Filter Coffee Maker. Each
unit is manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using this appliance for the first
time, please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

FEATURES OF THE RUSSELL HOBBS FUTURA 1.5L FILTER COFFEE MAKER

 1.5L/ 12 cup capacity
 97°C brewing temperature
 Automatic Pause and Anti-drip system allows serving while the machine continues to

brew

 Water Tank with visible level indicator
 Removable filter holder for easy cleaning
 Hot plate to keep your coffee warm
 Glass carafe with flip top lid
 Includes permanent removable filter
 950-1150W
 Suitable for ground coffee

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Please read the instructions carefully before using any appliance.

2. Always ensure that the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage
in your home.

3. Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance and cause injury to
the user.

4. This appliance is intended for household use only. Commercial use invalids the
warranty and the supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage caused
when using the appliance for any other purpose than that intended.

5. Avoid any contact with moving parts.

6. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.

7. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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8. Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or the plug is
damaged, the manufacturer or a qualified person must replace it in order to avoid an
electrical hazard.

9. Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. In case of
damage, take the unit in for examination and/or repair by an authorised service agent

10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the unit, plug or the
power cord to water or any other liquid. Do not use it with wet hands.

11. Never immerse the unit in water or any other liquid for cleaning purposes.

12. Remove the plug from the socket by gripping the plug. Do not pull on the cord to
disconnect the appliance from the mains.

13. Always unplug the unit to cool and unplug it when not in use, before cleaning or when
adding or removing parts.

14. Insert and use only original parts.

15. The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended or supplied by the
manufacturer may result in injuries, fire or electric shock.

16. A short cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.

17. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Ensure that the cord is
not in a position where it can be pulled on inadvertently.

18. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces and do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven.

19. Keep the appliance and cord away from direct radiating heat from the sun,
dampness, sharp edges and other dangers.

20. Do not use the appliance on a gas or electric cooking top or over or near an open
flame.

21. Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of airflow underneath the
appliance.

22. Do not remove the filter holder during water or coffee flow.

23. Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with hot parts of the appliance e.g.
cup warming plate, filter holder, steam nozzle.

24. Keep hands away from hot parts of the appliance, including the carafe and the
dispenser.

25. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.

26. Use of an extension cord with this appliance is not recommended. However, if it is
necessary to use an extension lead, ensure that the lead is suited to the power
consumption of the appliance to avoid overheating of the extension cord, the

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appliance or plug point. Do not place the extension cord in a position where it can be
pulled on by children or animals or tripped over.

27. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use. Do not use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use.

28. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

o Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
o Farm houses;
o By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
o Bed and breakfast type environments.

29. Do not operate this appliance by means of an external timer or separate remote
control system.

30. Never move the machine during operation!

31. Never operate the machine without water. Always ensure there is water in water tank
not less than minimum level.

32. Never touch very hot parts of the machine (e.g. brew unit during operations).

33. Do not touch the steam or water jets.

34. Do not move the operating lever when the machine is still under pressure making
coffee.

35. Never cover the machine during operation

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PARTS DIAGRAM

1. Paper filter #4 (not supplied)/ 7. Hotplate
Permanent removable filter (supplied)

2. Filter holder 8. Glass carafe

3. Grip 9. Press to open

4. Lid 10. Light

5. Insert Water O. Off I. On

6. Water pipe 11. Power switch

HINTS AND TIPS TO GET THAT PERFECT BREW

COFFEE

For best results, use medium-ground filter coffee. The amount will vary with the type of
coffee used and your personal taste. We suggest starting with two rounded teaspoons of
medium coffee per cup. However there is no hard and fast rule as tastes will vary.

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MILK

In this regard, personal taste should rule, not convention. What we do say is that if you like
milk in your coffee – we recommend using warm or hot milk to avoid overcooling the coffee.
To extract maximum flavour from the coffee, it should be cool enough not to scold or burn

the mouth but hot enough to let the flavour fill the mouth, sinuses and nose… not just the

taste buds.

BOTTLED WATER

If you use bottled water, make sure that is has no added ingredients, flavourings, etc. and
use ‘flat/ still’ water, not ‘sparkling’. The carbon dioxide which gives the ‘sparkle’ will
adversely affect the flavour of your coffee.

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Carefully unpack the coffee maker and remove all protective packing materials. Please keep
all protective packing materials away from babies and children to avoid any possible danger.
It is recommended to dispose of these as soon as possible.

You may wipe the outside of the machine using a clean damp cloth. Do not immerse the
coffee maker in water or other liquids. To remove any dust that may have accumulated
during packing, wash the carafe, lid and filter holder with warm soapy water. Thereafter
rinse with clean water and let dry. Do not use any type of harsh abrasive cleaners.

We recommend that you rinse the machine prior to brewing your first pot of coffee. This will
remove any dust that may have settled inside the coffee maker. To do this, fill the reservoir
to the max mark and run the appliance without coffee. Let it cool, discard the water, then
use it normally.

Note: We recommend that you use only cold water. The automatic brewing system has
been designed to work at its best with cold water.

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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

1. Place the coffee maker on a flat, level surface, such as a countertop.

2. Check that the switch on the appliance is set to the “0” or OFF position.

3. Put the plug into the power socket.

4. Open the top lid and insert the permanent filter or a paper filter into the filter holder.

5. Put filter-ground coffee into the filter. The amount will vary with the type of coffee and
individual taste, but we suggest two rounded teaspoons per cup of water. Note: Be
sure not to over-fill the filter with too much coffee. Tip: We recommend using fresh
top quality ground coffee specifically for an automatic filter coffee maker. Experiment
to learn how much ground coffee to use for the strength of coffee you prefer. Tastes
vary and there are no hard and fast rules.

6. Open the hinged lid to the water reservoir located on the top of the coffee maker. Fill
the glass carafe with cold water up to the marked level for the desired amount of
coffee. NOTE: We recommend using only cold water as the automatic brewing
system has been designed to work best with cold water.

7. Empty the cold water from the carafe into the water reservoir. Close the hinged lid.
Place the glass carafe with the lid in place on to the warming plate.

8. Move the switch to the “1”/ ON position. The light will glow to show that the unit is
operating. The light will stay on until the switch is turned to the “O” or OFF position.

9. Shortly afterwards, hot water will disperse slowly through the ground coffee, brewing
hot tasty coffee. Here you will see coffee starting to drip into the glass carafe.

10. Once all the water has been pumped out of the water reservoir, the heating process

will switch itself off automatically and move the power to the hotplate for the “keep
warm” mode which is designed to keep your coffee at the proper serving

temperature.

11. Move the switch to the “O” or OFF position once you have finished using the coffee
maker. The light will go off.

12. Unplug, and let the appliance and carafe cool down fully before cleaning, or for about
10 minutes before refilling.

TIP: We recommend keeping the unused coffee in a tightly sealed container in your
refrigerator.

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TO MAKE A QUICK CUP OF COFFEE

 You can remove the carafe at any time. To prevent the filter holder from overflowing,

replace the carafe on the hotplate within approximately 20 seconds.

NON-DRIP FEATURE

 Your Russell Hobbs coffee maker has been designed with a non-drip feature. If you

wish at any time during the brewing cycle, you may temporarily remove the glass
carafe from the unit and pour a cup of hot coffee. The warming cycle will be
interrupted and hot coffee will drip from the filter basket. This feature is also designed
so that coffee will not drip onto the warming plate if you remove the glass carafe from
the coffee maker during the brewing process.

SERVING AND KEEPING WARM

 After brewing is completed you may remove the glass carafe from the warming plate.
 For the best flavour serve the coffee immediately after brewing.
 Put the glass carafe back on to the warming plate to keep the coffee warm.
 As long as the coffee maker is turned on, the warming plate will keep the coffee at

drinking temperature.

 Once the coffee is finished, or you do not wish to keep the coffee hot, switch the

coffee maker off.

NOTE: Always allow the coffee maker to cool down between brewing cycles for
approximately 5 minutes.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

 Unplug the appliance when not in use, before moving and before cleaning.
 The permanent filter may be removed for easy cleaning. Ensure that you tip the

contents of the filter holder into the bin before starting the cleaning process.

 Clean the outside of the coffee maker with a damp cloth, and buff with a dry cloth.
 The heating element may be wiped with a clean, damp cloth when necessary.
 Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner on any part of your coffee maker.
 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

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 Be sure that the warming plate is cold before cleaning.
 Never immerse the appliance in water.
 Never use a cloth to clean the inside of the water reservoir as this may leave fuzzy

deposits in the reservoir. Just rinse with cold water periodically.

 You may clean the carafe and filter holder in warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly

afterwards, to remove all traces of soap.

 Do not put any part of the appliance in a dishwasher.

DESCALING

 To prevent a build-up of deposits due to water conditions in certain areas, do ensure

that the reservoir is completely cleaned after each use. It may be necessary to
periodically descale your machine.

 We recommend that you descale your machine every 3-4 months, although this

period will depend on the hardness of water and frequency of use of the machine.

 To do this, pour a measure of half water/half vinegar into the water reservoir and

operate the coffee maker as if you were making coffee. Alternatively, dissolve 2
dessert spoons of tartaric acid in half a litre of lukewarm water.

 Repeat the process a further three times but using CLEAN COLD WATER ONLY to

thoroughly rinse out the appliance.

 Alternatively, a well-known brand of descalent suitable for coffee makers or plastic

kettles can be used. In this case, follow the instructions given by the manufacturer

Note: Products returned under guarantee with faults due to scale will be subject to a
repair charge.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic goods, appliances marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with unsorted
municipal waste, but recovered, reused, or recycled.

STORING THE APPLIANCE

 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and clean all the parts as instructed above.

Ensure that all parts are dry before storing.

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 Store the appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place.
 Never store the appliance while it is still wet or dirty.
 Never wrap the power cord around the appliance.

SERVICING THE APPLIANCE

There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance. If the unit is not operating correctly,
please check the following:

 You have followed the instructions correctly
 That the unit has been wired correctly and that the wall socket is switched on.
 That the mains power supply is ON.
 That the plug is firmly in the mains socket.

If the appliance still does not work after checking the above:

Consult the retailer for possible repair or replacement. If the retailer fails to resolve the
problem and you need to return the appliance, make sure that:

 The unit is packed carefully back into its original packaging.
 Proof of purchase is attached.
 A reason is provided for why it is being returned.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised
service agent, in order to avoid any hazard. If service becomes necessary within the
warranty period, the appliance should be returned to an approved Home of Living Brands
(Pty) Limited service centre. Servicing outside the warranty period is still available, but will,
however, be chargeable.

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CHANGING THE PLUG

Should the need arise to change the fitted plug, follow the instructions below.

This unit is designed to operate on the stated current only. Connecting to other power
sources may damage the appliance. Connect a three-pin plug as follows:

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green/Yellow = Earth
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live

A FEW RECIPES TO GET YOU STARTED

IRISH COFFEE

Ingredients:­2 tbsp. Irish Whiskey
1-2 tsp. sugar
Hot Coffee
Double Cream

Method:-

 Warm a stemmed glass or goblet by running under hot water.
 Pour the Irish Whiskey into the warmed glass adding the sugar.
 Fill with hot coffee to within 1 inch of the brim and stir well.
 Slowly pour some double cream over the back of the teaspoon allowing it to float on top of the

coffee.

 Drink through the cream without stirring.

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Variations:-

 For Highland Coffee, prepare in the same manner, using Scotch Whiskey instead of Irish

Whiskey.

 For Calypso Coffee, prepare in the same manner using Tia Maria.
 For Cherry Coffee, prepare in the same manner using Cherry Brandy. Drizzle an additional

teaspoon of Cherry Brandy over the Cream, so that it is tinged pink and garnish with one or two
un-stemmed cherries.

 For Café Menthe, prepare in the same manner using Crème de Menthe and lightly whipped

double cream. Serve with thin chocolate mint wafers.

 For Mexican Coffee, prepare in the same manner using Kahlua and lightly whipped double

cream. Serve sprinkled with finely grated chocolate.

JAMAICAN COFFEE COCKTAIL

Ingredients:­2 tbsp. dark Jamaican Rum
170-220ml freshly made coffee, well chilled and sweetened to taste
Ice Cubes
Double cream, chilled and lightly whipped
Ground Cinnamon, grated nutmeg or chocolate

Method:-

 Combine the rum and chilled coffee in a tall glass. Stir well and add ice.
 Spoon the cream over the coffee.
 Sprinkle with Cinnamon, nutmeg or chocolate.
 Serve with straws and a cocktail spoon.

CAFÉ A L’ORANGE FRAPPE

Ingredients:­30ml freshly made and chilled coffee, sweetened to taste
2 tbsp. Grand Marnier
1 tbsp. double cream, chilled
Grated orange zest and a twist of orange peel
Crushed Ice

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