KitchenAid KCM511 Coffeemaker User Manual
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1. Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Coffee Maker Proof of purchase will assure you of In warranty service Before you use your Coffee Maker please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Store Name a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act This card does not verify your warranty Please complete the following for your personal records Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Hassle Free Replacement Warrantv nene Inside Front Cover Product Registration Cardassar seni pra eer cuerda estes besar Inside Front Cover Coles Maker Sale zusagen 2 saya REUT A O PA oe oO 2 ae e EE 3 FEATURES AND OPERATION Coffee Maker General Features oooooocccnccccnnnnnccnonnoncnnnnonnnnncncnnnnnonornnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnons 4 Display and Control Pad Features 6 E E eo o A 8 Installing the Water Flter naene nneeeeea nne nens nee 8 To Set the Time of Day Oock 9 BRC AC LEET 10 Using the Thermal Carafe ooccccccccncncccccnnoncnnnnnnnnnnconononononnnnnnnnnnnnonononnonnnnnnnnnnnss 11 The Pause and Pour Feature ne nnnnnae naasen 12 Using the Automatic Brew TINET seen 12 The Cleaning Needed Indcator naasen 13 Coffee Brewing Suggestions Advice for Great Taste occccccocoocccncnoncconncccnnnnncnns 14 C2. before brewing is finished A special valve seals the brew basket tightly eliminating drips End Of Brewing Tone A tone sounds when coffee is finished brewing Automatic Shutoff Coffee Maker automatically shuts off two hours after brewing Split Lid Access the brew basket and water reservoir by lifting the split lid The front lid covers the brew basket and reservoir fill channel The rear lid covers the water reservoir and water filter Brew Basket Lift the front lid to access the removable dishwasher safe brew basket The basket holds a 10 12 cup flat bottom paper coffee filter or the gold tone permanent filter Reservoir Fill Channel The Coffee Maker features a convenient front fill water reservoir Just lift the front lid and use the convenient fill channel to add water You can also lift the rear lid and add water directly to the reservoir Brew Timer Display Shows the AM or PM time of day An easy to set 24 hour brew timer will brew coffee at the selected time day or night Time Since Brew Display 30 60 90 and 120 minute segments light up to indicate the time elapsed since the last carafe was brewed Clean Touch Control Pad The control pad makes operating the Coffee Maker simple The pad is sealed against spills will not trap grime and is a snap to wipe clean Glass Carafe models KCM511 KCM514 Dishwasher safe glass carafe features a no drip pouring spout and comfortable handle S
3. AM or PM An easy to set 24 hour brew timer will brew coffee at the selected time day or night Time Since Brew Display Display shows the time elapsed since the completion of the brewing cycle The 30 segment will light immediately after brewing indicating the coffee is less than 30 minutes old Every 30 minutes a new segment will light Cleaning Needed Indicator The indicator will light after brewing if the Coffee Maker requires descaling H and M Buttons Use the H hour and M minute buttons to program the brew timer or set the time of day clock CONTROL PAD FEATURES On Off Press to turn the Coffee Maker on or off An indicator light shows when the Coffee Maker is on 1 4 Cup After turning on the Coffee Maker or activating the automatic brew timer press the 1 4 Cup Button to turn the 1 to 4 cup brew cycle on or off This special cycle heats small quantities of water thoroughly ensuring optimum flavor when brewing small pots of coffee An indicator light shows when the 1 to 4 cup brew cycle is activated Auto On Press to turn the automatic brew timer on or off When the brew timer is turned on the e Programmed brew time will briefly appear on the brew timer display e Auto On indicator will light e Coffee Maker will begin brewing at the programmed time If a programmed brew time has not been set when the Auto On Button is pressed the Coffee Maker will automatically enter
4. carafe lid for cleaning turn it counter clockwise and lift The thermal carafe should be hand washed only it is not dishwasher safe o maximize coffee temperature preheat the carafe before brewing by removing the lid and rinsing the interior with hot tap water Operating Your Coffee Maker The Pause and Pour Feature The pause and pour feature enables you to remove the carafe from the Coffee Maker and pour a cup of coffee before brewing is finished When the carafe is removed a special valve stops the flow of coffee from the brew basket Brewing however does not stop If the carafe is not placed back on the hot plate within 25 seconds water will overflow the brew basket and spill onto the warming plate Pause and pour is a great convenience for those in a hurry However the flavors extracted from ground coffee differ at each stage of the brewing cycle and a finished carafe represents a delicate blend of these flavors Using pause and pour will alter and usually impair the flavor of the remaining coffee Using the Automatic Brew Timer The Coffee Maker can be programmed to brew coffee at a preset time making it easy to wake up to fresh coffee every morning To program and activate the automatic brew timer 1 Press the Set Program Button The brew timer display and Set Program indicator will begin to flash The brew timer display will show the last brew time set UD Auto On Set E Set A I PR
5. or the KitchenAid Model A 9 Coffee Mill Be sure to grind your coffee to the correct size use a medium grind level appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers The Proper Amount of Ground Coffee For standard drip process coffee a good starting point is to use one rounded scoop of coffee for every cup of brew water as measured with the carafe This results in about one ounce of coffee being used for every 16 ounces of brew water the accepted brewing standard Finer grinds usually require less coffee but using too fine a grind will produce bitterness Very fine grinds may also clog the coffee filter and cause water to overflow the brew basket If you prefer substantially weaker than average coffee it s best to brew using a normal amount of ground coffee and then dilute the result with hot water Doing this will maximize flavor and minimize bitterness Brew Water Purity The ion exchange water filter that comes with your Coffee Maker reduces off tastes and contaminants in your brew water It also softens the water which enhances coffee flavor For great tasting coffee be sure to use the filter and replace it promptly every three months Where local water quality is extremely poor you may wish to use bottled purified water with your Coffee Maker Do not use distilled water or mineral water they can damage the Coffee Maker Coffee Maker Cleanliness Coffee oils build up quickly within the brew b
6. over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 11 12 13 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Do not use appliance for other than its intended use Do not use appliance without lid properly placed on container The container is designed for use with this appliance It must never be used on a range top Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface Do not use a cracked container or a container having a loose or weakened handle Do not clean container with cleaners steel wool pads or other abrasive material This product has been UL Listed for household use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS General Features JavaSpa Showerhead Split Lid SU Brew Basket Reservoir Fill Channel Time Since Brew Display Brew Timer Display Clean Touch Control Pad m Wrap Around Housing Glass Carafe Coffee Scoop Gold Tone Permanent Filter General Features JavaSpa Showerhead Extra wide showerhead sprays the brew basket evenly with hot water ensuring even coffee extraction and outstanding flavor 1100 Watt Heat Pump not shown Powerful heat pump brews rich flavorful coffee Electronic Temperature Control Fully electronic control directly monitors the temperature of the heat pump to brew and keep coffee at optimal temperatures Pause amp Pour Feature Pause and pour lets you remove the carafe and pour a cup of coffee
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8. ARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the Coffee Maker enese nneennneeee eea nene 15 Descaling the Coffee Make 15 Troubleshooting a a Error e 16 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia 17 WI DI POI PR LO IO sia DR EE 18 Arranging for Service after the Warranty Expires 18 Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States and Puerto Rico 18 Ordering Accessories and Replacement Hartz 18 Coffee Maker Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean M be killed Peace ADANGER usu dont T instructions M be killed Gebees A WARNING nr All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Electrical Requirements Volts 120 V A C only Hertz 60 Hz A WARNING I Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet NOTE Your Coffee Maker has a 3 prong grounded plug To reduce the Do not remove ground prong
9. JAVASTUDIO COLLECTION PROGRAMMABLE COFFEE MAKERS INSTRUCTIONS KCM514 KCM515 Hassle Free Replacement Warranty We re so confident S ge the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that if your Coffee Maker should fail within the first year of ownership KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparable replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your original Coffee Maker returned to us Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year full warranty Please follow these instructions to receive this quality service If You Reside In The 50 United States and your KitchenAid Coffee Maker should fail within the first year of ownership simply call our toll free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1 800 541 6390 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m Eastern Time or Saturday 10 a m to 5 p m Give the consultant your complete shipping address No P O Box Numbers please When you receive your replacement Coffee Maker use the carton and packing materials to pack up your original Coffee Maker In the carton include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with a copy of the proof of purchase register receipt credit card charge slip etc For a detailed explanation of warranty terms and conditions including how to arrange for service outside the United States see pages 17 and 18 Proof of Purchase amp Product Registration
10. OGRAM I Clock Buttons Off 1 4Cup 2 Press the H hour and M minute Buttons below the brew timer display to set the hour and minutes If a H or M Button is pressed and held the digits will scroll rapidly The AM and PM indicator lights on the brew timer display will change when the hour digits roll past 12 Make sure the desired brew time is correct with respect to AM or PM H and M A E A AN Cs an rr 3 After setting the brew time press the Set Program Button to exit the program setting mode The digits on the brew timer display will stop flashing and the Set Program indicator will go out The Coffee Maker will automatically record the displayed brew time and exit the program setting mode if no buttons are pressed for 10 seconds 4 Fill the Coffee Maker with coffee and fresh water then activate the automatic brew timer by pressing the Auto On Button The programmed brew time will appear briefly on the brew timer display before it returns to the time of day and the Auto On indicator will illuminate AutoOn Set RAO Operating Your Coffee Maker 5 The Coffee Maker will begin brewing at the programmed time 6 Each time you want the Coffee Maker to brew at the programmed time activate the automatic brew timer by pressing the Auto On Button The Coffee Maker will always default to the last brew time set NOTE To cancel automatic bre
11. asket and carafe Over time these oils will go stale and impair the flavor of freshly brewed coffee Daily cleaning of the brew basket and carafe is strongly recommended for the best tasting coffee Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Coffee Maker 1 Unplug the Coffee Maker and allow it to cool before cleaning 2 Remove the brew basket and carafe from the Coffee Maker 3 On model KCM515 remove the lid on the thermal carafe by turning it counter clockwise then lifting 4 Wash the brew basket carafe and gold tone permanent filter in hot soapy water and rinse with hot water Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads These parts can also be washed in the upper rack of a dishwasher the thermal carafe included with model KCM515 should be hand washed only 5 Wipe the Coffee Maker housing with a warm soapy cloth Then wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads Descaling the Coffee Maker Calcium deposits scale from water will build up in the Coffee Maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality When the Coffee Maker detects a build up of scale the cleaning needed indicator will light after a brewing cycle is complete Once this occurs descaling should be done as soon as possible to preserve the performance and life of your Coffee Maker The Coffee Maker can be descaled using a packaged descaling agent or vinegar Alwa
12. hly ensuring optimum flavor with small pots of coffee Auto On On Off 1 4Cup RE NOTE Lifting the front lid while coffee is brewing will interrupt the brew process and impair flavor 9 The Coffee Maker will sound the end of brewing tone when brewing is complete 10 The Time Since Brew display indicates the time elapsed since the completion of the brewing cycle The 30 segment will light immediately after brewing indicating the coffee is less than 30 minutes old Every 30 minutes a new segment will light 11 At the end of 2 hours the Coffee Maker and warming plate will automatically shut off To turn off the Coffee Maker manually press the On Off button Although the thermal carafe model KCM515 does not have a warming plate the outside of the carafe may be warm to the touch after brewing 12 Repeat steps 1 8 to brew additional carafes of coffee Always turn off the Coffee Maker and allow it to cool for five minutes before starting the next brew cycle Using the Thermal Carafe model KCM515 only The stainless steel thermal carafe features a double walled vacuum insulated design that will keep coffee hot and flavorful for hours The special lid and spout design doesn t require you to turn a stopper or press a button to dispense coffee just tilt the carafe and pour When you set the carafe upright the lid will seal automatically o remove the
13. hould remain submerged in the water for 10 minutes 3 Lift the rear portion of the split lid using the tabs on either side of the lid 4 Place the filter cartridge in the circular well at the bottom of the water reservoir aligning the tab on the cartridge with the notch in the well The water level markings on the filter handle will face forward Push the cartridge slightly to make sure it fits snugly Tab Notch amp Filter Well 5 Every time you install a new filter run the Coffee Maker through a complete brewing cycle without coffee Use a full carafe of clean cool water 6 Replace the filter every three months under normal use Replace it more often under heavy use or hard water conditions Preparing Your Coffee Maker for Use To Set the Time of Day Clock A WARNING I Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock 1 Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet 2 When the Coffee Maker is first plugged in or when power is restored after an interruption the brew timer display will initially show 12 00 am 3 Press the Set Clock Button The brew timer display and Set Clock indicator will begin to flash Set un uis 4 Press the H hour and M minute Buttons below the brew ti
14. id Will Not Warranty For Your Choice of Pay For One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase Hassle Free Replacement of your Coffee Maker See inside front cover for details on how to arrange for service or call the Customer Satisfaction Center toll free at 1 800 541 6390 OR The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials and workmanship Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center To arrange for service follow the instructions under the KitchenAid Coffee Maker Warranty for Puerto Rico on page 18 Repairs when Coffee Maker is used In other than normal single family home use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse or abuse Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your Coffee Maker to an Authorized Service Center Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Coffee Makers operated outside the 50 United States and District of Columbia KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state KitchenAid Coffee Maker Warranty for Puerto Rico A limited one year warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Coffee Makers ope
15. isn t seated the pause and pour feature may engage and coffee may overflow the brew basket Remove the brew basket from the top of the Coffee Maker by grasping the finger loop on the front of the basket Insert a 10 12 cup flat bottom paper filter or the gold tone permanent filter into the brew basket Never use both types of filter at the same time using both may cause water to overflow the brew basket Using the included scoop fill the filter with one rounded scoop of ground coffee for each cup desired Use a medium grind appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers too fine a grind will produce bitterness and may clog the coffee filter After filling the reservoir place the carafe on the Coffee Maker warming plate Make sure the bottom of the carafe is fully seated NOTE Always place the filter and coffee into the removable brew basket Do not operate the Coffee Maker without the brew basket in place Operating Your Coffee Maker 7 Shake the brew basket slightly to even out the bed of coffee This will help ensure uniform coffee extraction and excellent flavor Place the basket into the Coffee Maker push it down to seat it securely and close the lid 8 Press the On Off Button to begin brewing coffee If you are only brewing 1 to 4 cups of coffee press the 1 4 Cup Button immediately after pressing the On Off Button The 1 to 4 cup brew cycle heats small quantities of water thoroug
16. mer display to set the hour and minutes If a H or M Button is pressed and held the digits will scroll rapidly The AM and PM indicator lights on the brew timer display will change when the hour digits roll past 12 Make sure the hour set is correct with respect to AM or PM H and M Buttons EN meer AMA m ASSET at NE Candt 5 Press the Set Clock Button to exit the clock setting mode The digits on the brew timer display will stop flashing and the Set Clock indicator will go out The Coffee Maker will automatically record the displayed time and exit clock setting mode if no buttons are pressed for 10 seconds Operating Your Coffee Maker Brewing Coffee 1 Fill a carafe with enough fresh cool water to make the desired amount of coffee A graduated scale on the side of the glass carafe helps measure the amount of water required The right side of the scale coffee is a measurement of carafe volume in 4 ounce cups The left side of the scale water indicates the amount of water needed to produce a given number of cups For thermal carafe model KCM515 the scale on the water filter handle can be used to gauge the amount of water to add Lift the front lid and fill the water reservoir with fresh cool water using the reservoir fill channel to the right of the brew basket Water can also be poured directly into the reservoir at the back of the Coffee Maker on the plate if the carafe
17. r then plug it into the same outlet again If the unit still does not work check the fuse or circuit breaker on the electrical circuit the Coffee Maker is connected to and make sure the circuit is closed e If only a portion of the water added to the Coffee Maker actually brews The Coffee Maker requires immediate descaling Please refer to the descaling instructions on the previous page e If Err4 appears on the brew timer display A button is jammed Unplug the Coffee Maker press each button several times then plug the Coffee Maker back in If the Coffee Maker has been stored or used in a cool environment warm the unit to normal room temperature before doing this If Err4 appears again on the display repeat this procedure e If Err1 Err2 or Err3 appear on the brew timer display Press the On Off Button to reset the Coffee Maker If the error codes reappear there is a problem with the Coffee Maker electronics Please refer to the Warranty and Service section beginning on the following page If the problem cannot be fixed with the steps above please refer to the Warranty and Service section beginning on the following page KitchenAid Coffee Maker Warranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Coffee Makers operated in the 50 United States and District of Columbia Length of KitchenAid Will Pay KitchenA
18. rated in Puerto Rico During the warranty period all service must be handled by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center Please bring the Coffee Maker or ship it prepaid and insured to the nearest Authorized Service Center Call toll free 1 800 541 6390 8 a m to 8 p m Monday through Friday 10 a m to 5 p m Saturday Eastern Time to learn the location of a Service Center near you Your repaired Coffee Maker will be returned to you prepaid and insured Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires 4 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock For service information call toll free 1 800 541 6390 8 a m to 8 p m Monday through Friday 10 a m to 5 p m Saturday Eastern Time or write to Customer Satisfaction Center KitchenAid Portable Appliances PO Box 218 St Joseph MI 49085 0218 Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States and Puerto Rico Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the Coffee Maker for information on how to obtain service Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts To order accessories or replacement parts for your Coffee Maker visit KitchenAid com or call toll free 1 800 541 6390 8 a m to 8 p m Monday through Friday 10 a m to 5 p m on Saturday Eastern Time You can also write to Customer Satisfaction Center KitchenAid Portable Appliances PO Box 21
19. risk of electrical shock this plug will Do not use an adapter fit in an outlet only one way If the l plug does not fit in the outlet contact Do not use an extension cord a qualified electrician Do not modify Failure to follow these the plug in any way instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock Do not use an extension cord If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 2 3 14 15 19 17 Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plugs or Coffee Maker in water or other liguid Close supervision Is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Unplug Coffee Maker from outlet before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance 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 the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination repair or adjustment The use of accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire shock or injury to persons Do not use outdoors Do not let cord hang
20. tainless Steel Thermal Carafe model KCM515 not shown Thermal carafe preserves flavor by keeping coffee warm without continuous heating Stainless steel construction with vacuum insulation will keep coffee piping hot for hours Gold Tone Permanent Filter The high performance gold tone filter eliminates the need for paper coffee filters Coffee Maker can also use paper filters if desired continued General Features lon Exchange Water Filter Water Level Indicator not shown Advanced filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which impair coffee flavor Filter also softens the water which increases the time between descalings The filter handle serves as a convenient water level indicator Coffee Scoop Use one rounded scoop of ground coffee for each cup desired Full Length Cord Storage not shown Compartment in back of unit keeps excess cord out of the way Wrap Around Housing Stylish design minimizes heat loss from the carafe while protecting it from accidental spills and breakage Display and Control Pad Features Time Since Brew Display Brew Timer Display On Off Cleaning Needed I En Auto On 1 sem M Cleaning Needed Indicator H and M Buttons Ge a On Off 1 4 Cup Auto On Set Set Program Clock Display and Control Pad Features DISPLAY FEATURES Brew Timer Display Shows the time of day Small lights indicate whether the time is
21. the Set Program mode Set Program Press to program an automatic brew time When the Set Program Button Is pressed the Brew timer display will flash e Set Program indicator will flash e H hour and M minute Buttons can be used to set a brew time Set Clock Press to set the time of day clock When the Set Clock Button is pressed the Brew timer display will flash e Set Clock indicator will flash e H hour and M minute Buttons can be used to set the clock Preparing Your Coffee Maker for Use Pre Use Cleaning Wash the brew basket gold tone permanent filter and carafe in hot soapy water then rinse with clean water and dry Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads Installing the lon Exchange Water Filter Use of the ion exchange water filter is strongly recommended The filter softens the water while reducing chlorine and other contaminants which impair coffee flavor The handle of the filter also serves as a water level indicator Use of the water filter is optional the Coffee Maker will operate normally without it The water filter is for use only with municipally treated tap water or well water that is regularly tested for contaminants 1 Remove the filter from its packaging The filter consists of a long handle with a filter cartridge at the end 2 Place the filter cartridge in a separate container filled with fresh cool water The cartridge s
22. wing deactivate the brew timer by pressing the Auto On Button When deactivated the Auto On indicator light will go out The Cleaning Needed Indicator Calcium deposits scale from water will build up in the Coffee Maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality When the Coffee Maker detects a build up of scale the cleaning needed indicator will light after a brewing cycle is complete Once this occurs descaling should be done as soon as possible to preserve the performance and life of your Coffee Maker Please see page 15 for descaling steps Cleaning Needed l NA ZEN Coffee Brewing Suggestions Advice for Great Taste Fresh Coffee Beans Truly great coffee can only come from fresh coffee beans To preserve the freshness of your coffee beans keep the beans in an opaque air tight container and store them in a cool dry place Refrigeration is not recommended as condensation tends to form on the beans whenever the container is opened Freezing can help preserve beans stored for an extended period but it will also impair the flavor The Right Grind Freshly ground coffee loses flavor and aroma quickly within minutes The best cup of coffee will always come from coffee beans that are ground just before brewing A proper grind is critical for good coffee and that means using a quality grinder like the KitchenAid Blade Coffee Grinder PRO UNE Series Burr Coffee Mill
23. ys mix the descaling solution using cool water e When using a descaling agent follow the directions on the package for the recommended amounts of descaling agent and water to use e When using vinegar fill the carafe with a solution consisting of vinegar and water Descaling Steps 1 Before descaling always remove the water filter see Installing the Water Filter on page 8 and make sure the brew basket contains no coffee or coffee filters 2 Run the Coffee Maker through a complete brewing cycle using a full carafe of the descaling solution 3 f the cleaning needed indicator lights after the brewing cycle is complete repeat Step 2 using fresh descaling solution Keep repeating Step 2 until the cleaning needed indicator no longer lights after brewing 4 Rinse the Coffee Maker by running it through two brewing cycles using a full carafe of fresh cool water each time 5 Wash the brew basket and carafe in hot soapy water and rinse with hot water These parts can also be washed in the upper rack of the dishwasher the thermal carafe included with model KCM515 should be hand washed only 6 Reinstall or replace the water filter Replace the filter every three months under normal usage or more often with heavy use Troubleshooting and Error Codes e If the brew timer display is not illuminated Check to see if the Coffee Maker is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet If it is unplug the Coffee Make
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