User Manual Mr. Coffee 31160392 Easy Measure 12 Cup Programmable Maker with Gold Tone Reusable Filter

Mr. Coffee 31160392 Easy Measure 12 Cup Programmable Maker with Gold Tone Reusable Filter - Use Manual - Use Guide PDF.
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Table of contents

• GET TO KNOW YOUR COFFEE MAKER
• UNDERSTAND YOUR CONTROL PANEL
• GETTING STARTED
• HOW TO MAKE YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE
• HOW TO BREW THE PERFECT CUP
• ROUTINE CLEANING
• CARAFE USE AND CARE
• USER MAINTENANCE

Owner's Guide Coffee Maker

GET TO KNOW YOUR COFFEE MAKER

1. Brew Basket Lid
2. Water Reservoir
3. Color Coded Water Window
4. Illuminated 4-Hour Freshness Indicator
5. Color Coded Measuring Scoop
6. Advanced Water Filtration Holder
7. Advanced Water Filtration Cartridge
8. Warming Plate
9. Color Coded Carafe (dishwasher safe)
10. Grab-A-Cup Auto Pause
11. Removable Filter Basket (dishwasher safe)
12. Advanced Shower Head

UNDERSTAND YOUR CONTROL PANEL

A. Clock Display

B. Set Brew Later Indicator

C. AM/PM Indicator

D. Brew Now Indicator

E. Brew Now Button

F. Cleaning Coffee Maker Indicator

G. Clean Button

H. Minute Button

I. Hour Button

J. Warming Plate On Indicator

K. Brew Later Button

L. Brew Later Indicator

COFFEE MAKER EXTRAS

(not included with all models)

GETTING STARTED

Unpack your Coffee Maker

1. Unpack your coffee maker and remove plastic bags, cartons and any tape on the unit.
   IMPORTANT: KEEP PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

Clean Coffee Maker Before Use

Just follow these simple steps:

1. Wash the carafe lid and the filter basket in a mixture of mild detergent and water. Rinse each thoroughly.
2. Replace all the parts and close the lid. Then, run a brew cycle by adding only water to the coffee maker. After adding water, press Brew Now.
3. When brewing is complete, turn your coffee maker off. Turn your coffee maker off by pressing the Brew Now button again.
4. Discard the water in the carafe and rinse the carafe, carafe lid, and removable filter basket.

NOTE: Carafe, Removable Filter Basket and Advanced Water Filtration Holder is top rack dishwasher safe. Advanced Water Filtration Cartridges are NOT!

Setting the Clock

Plug in the coffee maker and set the current time using the hour and minute buttons. 5 Seconds of inactivity will set clock at time selected.

Installing Advanced Water Filtration

1. Unpack the advanced water filter holder and cartridge.
2. Place the cartridge in the holder, then close it.
3. Install the advanced water filter by placing it firmly into the slot at the bottom of the water reservoir.

NOTE: Be sure to adjust the dial to the current month as a reminder to replace the filter every 30 days. Reference page 9 to learn more about installing and using filter.

HOW TO MAKE YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE

Measuring the Right Amount of Grounds and Water

Determine how much coffee you would like to make and match the corresponding color on the carafe, scoop and water window. The color-coding quickly indicates how much water and coffee grounds should be added for consistent taste.

Suggested Coffee Measurement Chart:

For best results, brew 4 or more cups of coffee.

Bonus: For a BOLDER CUP, use heaping scoops

NOTE: The color coded measuring scoop is four tablespoons total.

1. Fill the color coded carafe with fresh cold water to the desired level. (Figure 1)
   1 Mr. Coffee “cup” is equivalent to 5 fluid ounces. Pour into Water Reservoir.
   
   NOTE: Some water will be absorbed into the coffee grounds and water filter during the brewing process.
2. Insert and line the Removable Filter Basket with a standard basket-style paper filter (sold separately) or reusable filter (if included).
3. Referencing the chart above, scoop the equivalent amount of coffee grounds into the filter using the easy color-coded scoop. (Figure 2)
   
   See other models: BVMC-KG5-001 ECM160-RB BVMC-SC500-1 312541 BVMC-KG6-001
   
4. You are ready to Brew Now!
5. After brewing, the coffee maker will illuminate to indicate how long the coffee has been sitting after brewed.
6. Enjoy consistently fresh coffee every time!

BREW NOW

1. After filling the coffee maker with water and grounds, press the Brew Now button to brew instantly.
2. Brew Now light will illuminate to indicate brewing.
3. “Warmer On” will illuminate on the display to indicate warming plate is on. The warming plate will stay on for up to 4 hours. The coffee maker will beep to signal the end of the brew cycle.

NOTE: Push Brew Now button prior to 4 hours to turn the coffee maker off early.

BREW LATER

IMPORTANT: YOU MUST SET THE CLOCK BEFORE USING THIS FEATURE.

1. Press Brew Later. The display flashes “12:00 AM”. To set desired brew time, press the Hour and Minute buttons. 2 Seconds of inactivity will set clock at time selected.
2. The Brew Later indicator will light up, showing that the coffee maker is pre-set to brew at a later time. If you change your mind and wish to turn off the Brew Later feature, simply press the Brew Later button again and it will turn off. Once the Brew Later time is set, the coffee maker will automatically remember it until you change it or unplug the machine.

NOTE: As a reminder, if you want to continue to use the Brew Later feature, you will have to press Brew Later each
time. Your coffee maker will not automatically start again the next day.

ADVANCED WATER FILTRATION

Our improved 2-step advanced water filtration system makes coffee taste better by reducing specific impurities like chlorine and calcium.

1. Set dial on water filter holder to current month.
2. Open bottom hatch where the cartridge goes and insert a new Advanced Water Filtration cartridge. (Figure 1)
   
3. Close the hatch and place system in designated slot in water reservoir. (Figure 2)
   
4. After 30 days, replace the Advanced Water Filtration cartridge.

NOTE: When cleaning the coffee maker, be sure to remove the Advanced Water Filtration holder and cartridge.

ILLUMINATED 4-HOUR FRESHNESS INDICATOR

The Illuminated 4-Hour Freshness Indicator feature automatically lets you know how long your coffee has been waiting for you. At the end of the brew cycle, the feature will automatically be activated.

The indicator changes to show the time since brewing began in 30 minute intervals, up to four hours.

After 4 hours, the light will remain on for 10 minutes, before the coffee maker automatically turns off.

To continue after 4 hours, press Brew Now and the timer will reset after it attempts to brew coffee.

HOW TO BREW THE PERFECT CUP

Suggested Coffee Measurement Chart:

For best results, brew 4 or more cups of coffee.

Bonus: For a BOLDER CUP, use heaping scoops

NOTE: The color coded measuring scoop is four tablespoons total.

Paper Filters vs. Reusable Filters

PAPER FILTERS: To achieve a smoother cup of coffee, use a paper filter. It will be most effective in trapping bitter sediments.

REUSABLE FILTERS: For a more robust and full taste, use a reusable filter. It will allow the coffee’s full flavor to fill your cup. Reusable filters have tiny holes that allow rich coffee oils to brew through.

Water

While it may not seem like an important ingredient, coffee is 98% water. The type of water that you brew with greatly affects the final taste. Always use clean, fresh water that is filtered and free of impurities – avoid soft water or well water. Please refer to the “Advanced Water Filtration” section to learn more about how your coffee maker reduces impurities in water.

Cleanliness

A clean coffee maker is essential to brewing great tasting coffee each and every time. This coffee maker is equipped with a cleaning cycle. Please refer to the next page for steps on routine cleaning.

ROUTINE CLEANING

Daily Cleaning

• Make sure your coffee maker is unplugged and has cooled completely before cleaning.
• Remove the brew baskets, reusable filters, carafe, carafe lid, and wash them in a solution of hot water and mild liquid soap, and dry thoroughly. You can also place in the dishwasher; top-rack only.

Decalcifying your MR. COFFEE® Easy Measure Coffee Maker

Minerals (calcium/limestone) found in water will leave deposits in your coffee maker and affect its performance. It’s recommended that you regularly remove these deposits using vinegar.

1. IMPORTANT: Remove the advanced water filtration system from the coffee maker.
2. Prepare 4 cups or 20 fl. oz. / 592ml of undiluted, white household vinegar. Pour the vinegar into the water reservoir.
3. Place an empty 10-12 cup basket-style paper filter or MR. COFFEE® reusable filter into the filter basket and close the coffee maker’s lid.
4. Place the empty carafe back in the unit, centered on the warming plate.
5. Press the Clean button.
6. The coffee maker will run a slow clean cycle and shut off.
7. Discard the cleaning solution and rinse the carafe thoroughly with clean water.
8. Fill the water reservoir with 12 cups of clean, fresh water.
9. Place the empty carafe back on the coffee maker, centered on the warming plate.
10. Remove and discard the paper filter used during the cleaning cycle. If a MR. COFFEE® reusable filter was used during cleaning, remove it and rinse it thoroughly before replacing it in the filter basket.
11. Press Brew Now and allow the full brew cycle to complete, rinsing the coffee maker with hot water.
12. Discard the water and rinse the carafe thoroughly with clean water.
13. Repeat steps 8 through 12 one more time, to ensure it is fully rinsed.

Your coffee maker is now clean and ready to brew the next pot of delicious, hot coffee!

NOTE: It is recommended that you decalcify your coffee maker every 30 days.

Cleaning Frequency

CARAFE USE AND CARE

Follow the instructions below to reduce or eliminate the chance of breaking the glass carafe:

• Discard the carafe immediately if it is ever cracked.
• Protect the carafe from sharp blows, scratches or rough handling. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners that may scratch the carafe. Scratches may cause the carafe to break.

USER MAINTENANCE

This appliance has no user serviceable parts. Any servicing beyond that described in the Cleaning Section should be performed by an Authorized Service Representative only.