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INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEATING WATER FOR INSTANT BEVERAGES Plain water may be heated in your coffeemaker for use with instant beverages.
Simply fill the clean coffeemaker with cold water to the desired cup level, insert the
stem. and the clean, empty basket into position the same as for making coffee.
Secure the cover in place and plug the coffeemaker in. Turn the switch to “ON”
position for models 13500 and 33600. Heat the water until perking stops and the light
on the base glows. Remove the cover, lift out the basket and stem with a hot pad,
and replace the cover, making sure it is locked in place. Unplug the coffeemaker
when less than 3 cups of water remain. The inside of the coffeemaker may darken
after heating water, which is normal and does not affect the coffeemaker or the water
heated.
Other than making coffee or heating water, no other liquid should be heated in
the coffeemaker because damage to the heating unit can occur.
When the coffeemaker is used to heat water only, it must be cleaned well after each
use in addition to special weekly cleaning with white distilled vinegar for removal of
mineral deposits. If these deposits are not removed, pitting of the metal can occur
and result in damage to the coffeemaker. See Special Cleaning Instructions in this
manual.
Improper cleaning of the coffeemaker, especially the heating unit well, will
affect the performance, resulting in weak, lukewarm coffee and may even
cause the coffeemaker to stop perking. To keep the coffeemaker working
properly, it is very important to follow the regular and special cleaning
instructions.
Regular cleaning—after each use:
1. Unplug the coffeemaker and allow it to cool. Drain any coffee out of the
coffeemaker.
2. Wash the basket, stem, and cover in warm, soapy water with a dishcloth or
sponge. Rinse and dry. Coffee stains on the metal can be removed with a
scouring pad. Do not clean these parts in the dishwasher because they
can discolor.
3. Clean the inside of the coffee maker by filling with warm water about one-third
of its capacity. Add dish soap and wash with a sponge or cloth. Scour the
heating unit well (where the stem fits) with the special cleaning tool provided
and a scouring pad such as Scotch Brite® or Brillo®. Twist the pad inside the
heating unit well to clean. The heating unit well must be kept clean for
coffeemaker to work properly. Rinse with warm water after cleaning and dry.
4. Clean the outside of the coffeemaker with a damp cloth and dry with a soft
cloth. Do not use abrasive metal scouring pads or cleansers on the outside of
the coffeemaker because scratching will occur.