Owner's Guide Coffeemaker

This product is for household use only.
Note: If unit is unplugged or power is interrupted even momentarily, the time will need to be reset.

Remove the carafe and brewing is paused. The carafe must be placed back on the carafe plate in 30 seconds to prevent overflow. Brewing begins again.
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
Make sure your coffeemaker is unplugged and cool.

Note: With regular use, minerals and hard water can clog your coffeemaker. A full cleaning with vinegar is recommended once a month.
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PROBLEM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE |
SOLUTION |
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Coffee maker does not turn on. |
Coffee maker is not plugged in. |
Make sure appliance is plugged into a working outlet. |
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Coffee maker is leaking. |
Water reservoir may be overfilled. |
Make sure water reservoir has not been filled beyond the 12-cup line. |
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Cover may not be correctly placed on carafe. |
Make sure cover is correctly placed and tightened on carafe |
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Carafe may not be correctly placed on the carafe plate. |
Make sure carafe is placed securely onto the carafe plate. |
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The brew basket overflows. |
The carafe has been removed for longer than 30 seconds when using the Sneak-A- Cup™ feature. |
Make sure to replace the carafe within 30 seconds during the brewing cycle. |
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Excessive amount of coffee is used. |
Reduce the amount of coffee used. |
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Coffee sediment in brewed cup of coffee. |
The paper filter and/or the brew basket are not properly placed. |
Insert basket-shaped paper filter into brew basket and insert basket properly into holder. |
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The coffee maker brews slowly. |
The coffee maker needs cleaning. |
Follow the instructions in the “Cleaning with Vinegar” section. |
Reference file: Black+Decker CM1160B 12-Cup* Programmable Coffeemaker
Additionally, the document applies to other Black+Decker models: CM1160, CM1160B-1