Hamilton Beach 45237R manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Probable Cause

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

Filter basket overflows or coffee brews slowly.

Coffee leaks onto base.

Coffee tastes bad.

Coffee sediment in cup.

PROBABLE CAUSE

•Excessive amounts of coffee.

•Coffee ground too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind.

•Coffeemaker needs cleaning.

If using a paper filter:

•Coffee grounds between paper filter and filter basket.

•Paper filter not open and in proper position.

•Rinse filter basket before inserting paper filter so the edges will remain pressed against the sides of the basket.

•Poor-quality paper filter.

•Thermal travel mugs not properly seated in position indicators on base. Refer to How to Make Coffee for correct position of thermal travel mugs during brewing.

•Coffeemaker needs cleaning.

•Coffee ground too coarsely or too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind.

•Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference.

•Poor coffee quality and freshness.

•Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water).

•Use a high-quality, basket-style paper filter instead of optional permanent coffee filter.

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