Toastess TFC-1 User Manual

Instruction Booklet

Model: TFC-1

Coffee Maker – 1 cup

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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 hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the
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. Return
appliance to Toastess for examination, repair or adjustment. See Warranty.

7. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Toastess may
cause hazards.

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. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet.
To disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall outlet.

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids.

13. This appliance is for Household Use Only. Do not use appliance for other
than intended use.

14. Do not leave unit unattended while in use.

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HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will 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 modify the plug in any way.

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

1. Water Reservoir Cover

2. Water Reservoir

3. Water Spreader (inside Cover)

4. Permanent Filter (inside Cover)

5. Illuminated On/Off Switch

6. Small Cup/Mug Rest

7. Large Cup/Mug Rest (not shown)

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Read all instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.

2. Remove all packaging.

3. Wash the Permanent Filter.

4. Follow the directions in the ‘HOW TO USE’ section, using water only.

5. Discard the water.

HOW TO USE

Changing the Cup/Mug Rest

The Cup/Mug Rests can be switched depending on the size of the cup or mug
you are using. To remove the Cup/Mug rest, lift up the front of the Cup/Mug
Rest and gently pull towards you. To replace hold the Cup/Mug Rest at a
slight angle and insert the tabs into the slots. Lower the Cup/Mug Rest so
that it is level.

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How to Brew Coffee

1. Fill your favourite cup/mug with fresh cold water. Pour into the Water
Reservoir. NOTE: Minimum amount of water is 5 oz. (142 ml), maximum

10.5 oz. (300 ml).The maximum fill line is at the top of the vertical line
inside the Water Reservoir.

2. Place cup/mug on Small or Large Cup/Mug Rest.

3. Swivel the Water Spreader to the left. Fill the Permanent Coffee Filter
with approximately 1 tbsp. (15 ml) or 1 scoop of filter coffee grounds for
every 5 oz. (142 ml) of coffee. Return the Water Spreader to its original
position.

4. Plug unit into a 120 Volt A.C. outlet.

5. Press the On/Off Switch to the On position (‘I’).

6. Once the coffee has finished dripping into the mug, press the On/Off

Switch to the Off position (‘o’).

7. Unplug unit from outlet or follow directions above to prepare another
cup of coffee. Be careful when opening the Reservoir Cover when the
unit it hot.

How to Heat Water for Tea, Hot Chocolate, etc.

1. Fill your favourite cup/mug with fresh cold water.

2. Pour into the Water Reservoir. NOTE: Minimum amount of water is 5 oz.
(142 ml), maximum 10.5 oz. (300 ml).

3. Swivel the Water Spreader to the left and remove the Permanent Coffee
Filter. Return Water Spreader to its original position.

4. Add tea bag, hot chocolate, or instant foods etc. to the mug/cup and
place on the Small or Large Mug/Cup Rest.

5. Plug unit into a 120 Volt A.C. outlet.

6. Press the On/Off Switch to the On position (‘I’).

7. IMPORTANT: Once the water has finished dripping into the mug, press

the On/Off Switch to the Off position (‘o’).

8. Unplug unit from outlet or follow directions above for more hot water.
Be careful when opening the Reservoir Cover when the unit it hot.

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CARE AND CLEANING

1. Unplug unit and allow to cool.

2. Wipe Coffee Maker with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or
scouring pads.

3. NEVER IMMERSE THE COFFEE MAKER IN WATER OR ANY

OTHER LIQUID.

4. The Small and Large Cup/Mug Rest and Permanent Filter can be removed
and washed in warm soapy water, rinsed and dried.

Descaling

Under normal use, a deposit of scale may form on the inside of the Coffee
Maker. This scale build up can clog the Coffee Maker. To remove scale follow
the directions below:

1. Fill your cup/mug 2/3 full with white vinegar and then to the top with
cold water.

2. Pour into the Water Reservoir. NOTE: Minimum amount of water is
5 oz. (142 ml), maximum 10.5 oz. (300 ml).

3. Place cup/mug on the Cup/Mug Rest.

4. Plug unit into a 120 Volt A.C. outlet.

5. Press the On/Off Switch to the On position (‘I’).

6. IMPORTANT: Once the water has finished dripping into the mug,

press the On/Off Switch to the Off position (‘o’).

7. Unplug unit from outlet or if necessary, repeat the descaling directions
above. Be careful when opening the Reservoir Cover when the unit it hot.

8. Wash the Permanent Filter in warm soapy water.

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A short supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a long cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised
in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type,
the extension cord should be of a grounded 3-wire cord. The extension cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top,
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Toastess International warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During this
‘in-warranty’ period, defective products will be repaired or replaced at the discretion
of the retailer and/or Toastess International. This warranty covers normal domestic
usage and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results
from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect, commercial use
or improper maintenance.

A defective product should be returned to the original place of purchase within
the retailer’s stipulated return/exchange period*. If you are unable to have a defective
product replaced under warranty by the retailer, please check our website
at “www.toastess.com” for the service centre nearest you or you may contact us for
assistance by mail, e-mail, fax or telephone as listed below.

To ensure prompt ‘in-warranty’ service, securely package and return the product
to us prepaid. Be sure to include the original proof of purchase and a description
of the defect along with your address and zip/postal code.

For repairs not covered by the warranty, please contact us for assistance.

TOASTESS INTERNATIONAL

Customer Service Department
81A Brunswick,
Dollard-des-Ormeaux,
Quebec, Canada H9B 2J5

E-mail: [e-mail]
Fax: [phone]
Tel: [phone]

* Return/exchange policies at each retailer vary and may differ from the Toastess International 1 year limited

warranty period.

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