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Congratulations on your purchase of the Black+Decker™ 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. We have developed this guide to ensure optimal product performance and your complete satisfaction. Save this use and care manual and be sure to register your appliance online at www.prodprotect.com/ blackanddecker.
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
The lightning symbol refers to "dangerous voltage"; the exclamation symbol refers to maintenance instructions. See below.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the cover of the coffeemaker. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
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This product is for household use only.
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This product is for household use only.
POLARIZED PLUG (120V models only)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.
ELECTRICAL CORD
NOTE:
If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed in these instructions.
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Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
This product is for household use only.
NOTE:
If the appliance is unplugged or power is interrupted even momentarily, the time may need to be reset.
You may choose between regular or strongly flavored coffee to suit your personal taste. If you press the STRONG button; the light goes on and the brewing process slows to extract the maximum flavor from the coffee grounds. Regular strength is indicated by the STRONG light being off.
You may select how long you wish for the heated carafe plate to keep coffee warm after brewing. The default is 120 minutes.
NOTE:
Use spring water or filtered water. Distilled water lacks the minerals necessary to bind to elements of coffee.
NOTE:
Filtered water will limit impurities and excessive minerals that can detrimentally impact coffee flavor and machine performance.
NOTE:
Coffee may overflow if carafe lid is not properly placed.
To turn off the coffeemaker at any time press the Start/Power button . The Start/ Power button light goes off. Unplug appliance when not in use.
Remove the carafe and brewing will pause. The carafe must be placed back on the carafe plate in 30 seconds to prevent overflow. Brewing will begin again.
NOTE:
If the coffeemaker has not been unplugged, the last programmed brewing time will appear on the digital display.
NOTE:
To brew immediately and cancel AUTO BREW, press the button. If you don't want to brew then, immediately press the button again to turn off the coffeemaker. The button light goes off.
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
Over time, calcium deposits or "scale" may build up in your brewer. Scale is non-toxic but if left unattended can hinder brewer performance and cause premature failure. Regularly de-scaling your brewer helps to maintain quality coffee as well as the lifespan of the heating element, and other internal parts that come in contact with water throughout the brew process.
To make the de-scaling process as effortless as possible, an Auto Clean Freshness system has been programmed into your coffeemaker.
After every 60 brews, "CL" will be displayed and blink. This notifies you it is time to run the Auto Clean system. "CL" will be displayed until you run the Auto Clean system. If you would like to clean your coffeemaker prior to 60 brew cycles, you may do so by following the steps below.
Please note: If the unit is unplugged, the counter that keeps track of reminding you to clean your coffeemaker will reset to 0.
If you have unplugged the coffeemaker, or if there have been power outages, we recommend cleaning the unit once a month.
Follow the simple steps below. Your coffeemaker will take care of the rest.
NOTE:
The entire cleaning cycle will take 45–60 minutes to complete.
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
Coffeemaker does not turn on. | Coffeemaker is not plugged in. | Make sure appliance is plugged into a working outlet. |
Coffeemaker is leaking. | Water reservoir may have been overfilled. | Make sure you don't fill the water reservoir beyond the 12-cup line. |
Cover may not be correctly placed on carafe. | Make sure cover is correctly placed and tightened on carafe | |
Carafe may not be correctly placed on the carafe plate. | Make sure carafe is placed securely onto the carafe plate. | |
The filter basket overflows. | The carafe has been removed for longer than 30 seconds when using the Sneak-ACup™ feature. | Make sure to replace the carafe within 30 seconds during the brewing cycle. |
Excessive amount of coffee is used. | Reduce the amount of coffee used. | |
Brewing with softened water. | Always brew with cold, filtered water. | |
Coffee sediment in brewed cup of coffee. | The paper filter and/or the filter basket are not properly placed. | Insert basket-shaped paper filter into filter basket and insert basket properly into holder. |
The coffeemaker brews slowly. | The coffeemaker needs cleaning. | Follow the instructions in the "Auto Clean" section. More than one cleaning cycle may be required if the coffeemaker is heavily calcified. |
If additional assistance is needed, please contact our consumer service team at 1-800-465-6070.
For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, please call our Customer Service Line at 1-800-465-6070. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this pamphlet. Warranty Information
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