Hamilton Beach Percolator User's Manual
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1. 1 After each use unplug cord from outlet then remove cord from the percolator Let cool before cleaning 2 Remove lid basket spreader and stem Wash these in hot soapy water These parts can also be placed in dishwasher Do not put percolator in dishwasher How to Clean cont 3 Rinse all parts thoroughly and dry Store with cover off NOTE Make sure the washer at bot tom of stem remains loose If coffee grounds lodge in this area remove a them under running water or with a lt wooden pick then rinse and dry 4 Fill the percolator half full with hot water Add a drop of liquid dishwash ing detergent and wash the inside of the percolator Use a sponge and clean the inside of the heating unit well This part must be properly cleaned to maintain the proper opera tion of the percolator Do not immerse percolator in water 5 Drain the soapy water then fill the percolator with hot water to rinse Pour soapy water through spout to clean the spout Repeat with another hot water rinse Dry 6 Clean outside of percolator with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleansers To Remove Mineral Deposits and Build Up If the percolator is used daily follow these instructions every other week Fill the percolator with 6 cups cold water and 6 cups white vinegar Assemble with stem basket spreader and lid Plug in and let go through the perk cycle When perking has stopped let sit another 15 minutes Unpl2. automatically when the coffee has finished brewing and the Ready light will glow Allow about 1 minute per cup for brewing time 7 The percolator will remain at serving temperature until it is unplugged 8 When finished serving coffee unplug the percolator from the electrical outlet Then remove cord from the percolator Coffee Making Chart Water Level Amount of Ground Coffee 12 cups 8 to 12 tablespoons 10 cups 8 to 10 tablespoons 8 cups 6 to 8 tablespoons 6 cups 5 to 6 tablespoons 4 cups 4 to 5 tablespoons 2 cups 3 tablespoons NOTE We recommend using coffee that has been ground specifically for use in a percolator type coffee maker Although coffee marked For All Coffee Makers is accept able If using a coffee grinder and whole beans percolator coffee should be a coarse grind A finely ground coffee may cause the coffee basket to overflow To Heat Water Use heated water to make instant coffee hot cocoa or tea 1 To heat water remove cover basket and stem Fill percolator with cold water to desired level as indicated by numbered servings on inside of percolator or water window 2 Place basket on stem Hold top of stem and place stem and basket into heating unit well Using the stem and bas ket will speed heating time Place spreader on basket 3 Place lid on percolator until it snaps closed Plug in percolator and let go through complete perk cycle Water is hot when Ready light glows How to Clean
3. drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not use another high wattage appliance on the same circuit with your percolator To reduce risk of electrical shock do not immerse the percolator in water Parts and Features Lid Spreader 1 2 3 Basket 4 Heating Well 5 6 7 Ready Light Stem Detachable Cord To Make Coffee Before First Use Clean the percolator by following the steps in How To Clean 1 To make coffee remove lid spreader basket and stem Fill with cold water to desired level as indicated by num bered servings on inside of percolator 2 Wet basket interior to keep small coffee grounds from sifting through basket Place basket on stem Hold top of stem and place stem and basket into heating unit well IF THE STEM IS NOT SEATED PROPERLY IN THE HEATING WELL THE PERCOLATOR WILL NOT PERK 4 To Make Coffee cont 3 Measure percolator type ground coffee into basket Avoid getting coffee grounds in the stem Refer to the Coffee Making Chart that follows Spread coffee evenly in basket Place spreader on basket 4 Place lid onto percolator until it snaps closed Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle 5 Plug cord into the percolator then plug the cord into electrical outlet The unit automatically turns on 6 The percolator will stop
4. Hamilton Beach Percolator USA 1 800 851 8900 Canada 1 800 267 2826 840107700 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 Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from spilled hot liquid 3 To protect against fire electric shock and injury to persons do not place cord plug or percolator in water or other liquid 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 5 Unplug from outlet when the percolator is not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance 6 Percolator must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping 7 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner Call our toll free customer assistance number for information on examination repair or mechanical adjustment 8 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire electrical shock or injury to persons 9 Do not use outdoors 10 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces including stove 11 Be certain cover is securely in place during perk cycle and
5. rposes or any use not in conformity with the printed directions This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state or province to province Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special incidental or consequential damages so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you If you have a claim under this warranty DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE STORE Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER For faster service please have model series and type numbers ready for operator to assist you CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS In the U S 1 800 851 8900 In Canada 1 800 267 2826 Web site address www hamiltonbeach com KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
6. ug and drain the percolator Let cool then clean according to How To Clean 7 Customer Service If you have a question about your percolator call our toll free customer service number Before calling please note the model type and series numbers and fill in that information below These numbers can be found on the bottom of your percolator This information will help us answer your question much more quickly MODEL TYPE SERIES LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years for Hamilton Beach Portfolio products or one 1 year for Hamilton Beach products from the date of original purchase except as noted below During this period we will repair or replace this product at our option at no cost THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED There is no warranty with respect to the following which may be supplied with this product glass parts glass containers cutter strainer blades and or agitators This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse misuse neglect use for commercial pu
7. when serving coffee Scalding may occur if cover is removed during perk cycle 12 Do not place percolator on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 13 Always attach plug to appliance first then plug cord into wall outlet To disconnect percolator remove plug from wall outlet then unplug from percolator 14 Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not remove the bottom cover No user serviceable parts are inside Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only 15 Do not use appliance for other than intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance intended for household use only This appliance is equipped with a grounded type 3 wire cord 3 prong plug This type of plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a 3 prong plug This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock If the plug should fail to fit contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the grounding pin by modifying the plug in any way The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be used The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the percolator Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not
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