SECTION 3 Cleaning & Maintenance
De-Scaling Instructions
A. PREPARE
Step 1:To begin, you will need the following:
At least 48 oz. of undiluted white vinegar
Access to an empty sink
A large ceramic mug (do not use a paper cup)
Step 2:Empty the water from the Water Reservoir. NOTE: If you are using a water filter inside the Water Reservoir, remove it before proceeding.
Step 3:Disable Auto Off feature.
B. FILL AND CLEAN
Step 1: Pour approximately 48 oz. of the vinegar into the Water Reservoir. Fill to and not beyond the MAX FILL line.
Step 2:Place a large mug on the Drip Tray Plate and run a cleansing brew. DO NOT USE A
Step 3:Repeat the brew process without a
Step 4:Now let the brewer stand for at least 4 hours while still on.
Step 5:Discard any residual vinegar and rinse the Water Reservoir thoroughly.
C. RINSE
Step 1:Ensure the Water Reservoir is filled with fresh water. Fill to and not beyond the MAX FILL line.
Step 2:Place a large mug on the Drip Tray Plate and run a cleansing brew. Pour the contents of the large mug into the sink.
Step 3:Repeat brew process until the blue Add Water Light is illuminated.
Step 4:You may need to perform additional cleansing brews if you notice any residual taste.
NOTE: If the red Descale Light is still illuminated after completing the procedure, repeat the
Service
Beyond these recommended cleaning and maintenance procedures, this brewer is not user serviceable. For service, please refer to the Warranty section of this guide.
Storage
Empty the Water Reservoir before storing and take care to ensure that you store your brewer in a safe and frost free environment. Please be sure to store your brewer in its upright position to avoid water leakage from the inner tank. If you store the brewer in a cold environment, you run the risk of water freezing inside the brewer and causing damage. When you prepare to use it after storage, we recommend rinsing the Water Reservoir with fresh water and running three cleansing brews without a
If you plan to move your brewer to a different location, turn the brewer off, unplug it and empty the Water Reservoir. If your brewer has been in
an environment below freezing, please be sure to let it warm to room temperature for at least 2 hours before using.
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