CTI-915 - Coffee maker BRANDT - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Coffee maker
Brand	BRANDT
Model	CTI-915
Power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Reservoir capacity	1 L
Number of cups	8 cups
Carafe type	Thermal carafe (mod. CTI-915)
Aroma control	Yes, adjustable
Filter	Permanent filter
Drip-stop system	Yes
Switch	On/Off I/O with red indicator light
Main materials	Plastic, glass (carafe)
Cleaning	Removable parts washable in warm soapy water; exterior with damp cloth
Descaling	Periodic with specific coffee maker descaling solution
Safety	Do not touch hot parts; unplug before cleaning; do not immerse
Spare parts available	Carafe, lid, permanent filter, filter holder
Repairability	Contact an authorized Technical Support Service
Standards	Compliant with European Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage Directives

Frequently Asked Questions - CTI-915 BRANDT

How to use the CTI-915 coffee maker?

Fill the reservoir with cold water to the desired level (max 1 L). Add the amount of ground coffee to the permanent filter (one level tablespoon per cup). Place the thermal carafe on the plate, close the lid, plug in and press the I/O switch. The red light turns on. To serve, press the lid tab.

How to clean the coffee maker?

Turn off and unplug the appliance, let it cool. Wash the filter holder, permanent filter, carafe and its lid in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry. Clean the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents and never immerse the appliance.

How to descale the coffee maker?

Use a specific commercial coffee maker descaling solution. Follow the product instructions. Generally, run the coffee maker with the descaling solution, then rinse by running two cycles with fresh water. Descale periodically to prevent clogging of the conduits.

How to adjust the coffee aroma?

The aroma control allows you to choose the coffee strength. Turn it according to your taste for a stronger or milder coffee.

How to use the thermal carafe?

The thermal carafe (mod. CTI-915) keeps the coffee hot for several hours, even after turning off the coffee maker. To serve, press the tab on the lid. To open the lid, turn it counterclockwise; to close, align the markers and turn clockwise.

What to do if coffee overflows from the filter?

Check that the carafe is properly placed on the hot plate and that its lid opens the drip-stop system. Make sure you have not exceeded the maximum water level and have not overfilled the filter with ground coffee.

What to do if the coffee maker does not turn on?

Check that the appliance is plugged into a working power outlet and that the I/O switch is in the on position. If the red light does not turn on, contact an authorized Technical Support Service.

How to change the permanent filter?

The permanent filter is cleaned in warm soapy water. It does not need to be replaced unless damaged. To remove it, open the water reservoir lid, lift the filter holder and remove the filter. Put it back after cleaning.

Can I use standard ground coffee?

Yes, use good quality medium grind coffee, not too fine. One level tablespoon per cup is recommended. Adjust to your taste after a few uses.

Where to find spare parts for the CTI-915?

Contact an authorized Technical Support Service by the manufacturer. Use only original spare parts to guarantee safety and proper operation of the appliance.

USER MANUAL CTI-915 BRANDT

1. Aroma control
2. Water container
3. Jug lid
4. Glass jug (mod. CF-1000)
5. Hotplate (mod. CF-1000)
6. Container
7. Water level
8. On/off switch
9. Permanent filter
10. Filter holder
11. Cord compartment
12. Thermal jug (mod. CTI-915)
13. Tab for serving (mod. CTI-915)

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

	CTI-915	CF-1000
Voltage	230 V	230 V
Frequency	50 Hz	50 Hz
Container capacity	1 L	1,5 L
No of cups	8	12

This product complies with the European Directives on Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage.

3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Before using this appliance for the first time, read the following instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
  Make sure that the mains voltage in your home corresponds to that indicated on the appliance.
• In the event of incompatibility between the mains socket and the appliance plug, replace the socket with a suitable one, using a qualified professional.
• The electrical safety of the appliance is only guaranteed if it is connected to an efficient earth installation, as foreseen in applicable electrical safety regulations. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.
• The use of adaptors, multiple sockets and or extension cables is not recommended.

Where it is not possible to avoid their use, only adaptors or extensions that comply with applicable safety regulations should be used, and ensuring that the indicated voltage limit is not exceeded.

• After removing the packaging, check that the appliance is in perfect condition, if in doubt, contact the nearest Technical Support Service.
• Packaging elements (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, etc.), should not be left within the reach of children because they can be dangerous.
• The appliance is for domestic use only. Any other use is considered unsuitable or dangerous.
• The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any damages that may arise from improper or inadequate use, or for repairs conducted by non-qualified personnel.
• Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet.
• Keep the appliance separate from water or other liquids, to avoid electric shock; do not connect the appliance to the mains if it is on a damp surface.
• Place the appliance on a dry, firm and stable surface.
• Do not allow children or the disabled to handle the appliance unsupervised.
• This appliance should not be used by physically, sensorially or mentally handicapped people or people without experience or knowledge of it (including children), unless they are supervised or instructed in the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  Children should be watched to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• For greater protection, we recommend installing a residual current device (RCD) with an operational residual current not exceeding 30mA . Ask your installer for advice.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is turned on because it can be dangerous.
• When removing the plug never pull on the cable.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning or maintenance.
  In the event of fault or malfunction

where the appliance is not to be used, turn off the appliance and do not attempt to repair. If a repair is required, contact a Technical Assistance Service authorised by the manufacturer and request the use of original spare parts.

• If the cable for this appliance is damaged, contact an authorised Technical Assistance Service for it to be replaced.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sun, ice, etc.).
• Do not use or let any part of the appliance come into contact or near hot surfaces (kitchen gas or electric hobs or ovens).
• Do not use detergents or abrasive sponges to clean the appliance.
• Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the handles.
• Do not let the cable come into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.
• Do not allow the liquid to evaporate. Do not heat an empty jug.
• Do not use a broken jug or one with a loose or weakened handle. In the event of any sign of deterioration, replace it. Any crack or chip could break the jug or contaminate the liquid contents with glass shards.
• Do not clean the jug with any type of abrasive scouser or cleaning agent which might scratch or weaken the glass.
• The jug is designed only for use with this appliance. Do not place the jug on or near hot surfaces (stoves, burners, hotplates, hot ovens, microwave ovens, etc.)
• Do not place the hot jug on a damp or cold surface.
• Avoid brusque handling and knocks.

4. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Before using your coffee maker for the first time, familiarise yourself with all the parts. Read all instructions carefully.
• Open the container lid (2) upwards (fig 2), take out the filter and the

filter holder (fig. 3) and clean them together with the jug and the jug lid in warm soapy water, rinse well, dry and reassemble.

To clean the inside, operate the coffee maker once or twice without putting ground coffee in the filter. For this process, follow the instructions under the heading "Preparing the coffee".

5. PREPARING THE COFFEE

• Place the coffee maker on a flat, stable surface.
• Open the container lid (2) upwards (fig 2) and fill it with clean, cold water up to the desired level. Do not exceed the container's maximum level.
• Fill the permanent filter (9) with the amount of ground coffee you need and close the lid. We suggest one level dessertspoonful of ground coffee for each cup of coffee. After using the coffee maker several times, you may adjust the amount of coffee to taste.
• Place the jug onto the hotplate (5) with its lid properly on. The jug will open the antidrip valve; if not, the filtered coffee will not flow through to the jug and will overflow out of the filter.
  Take the cord out of the cord compartment (11) and plug the appliance in at the mains.
• Connect the coffee maker by pressing the switch (8). The red pilot light will come on.
• The switch light will indicate that the appliance is in operation. The water will start to filter through the coffee maker, flowing into the jug.
• When the coffee is ready, the Model CF-1000 hotplate (5) will keep the coffee hot. With model CTI-915, the thermal jug (12) will keep the coffee hot even when you switch off the coffee maker.
• Disconnect the coffee maker by pressing the on/off switch (8).
  Unplug the appliance from the mains.
• The coffee maker is provided with an antidrip system to prevent the coffee from dripping onto the plate when the jug is not correctly in place or when it is taken away from the appliance.

6. TIPS FOR A GOOD CUP OF COFFEE

To give your coffee a better taste and aroma, we advise using recently ground coffee. The coffee used should be medium ground and not too fine.

Store your coffee in a dry place. Once the packet of coffee has been opened, keep it tightly closed in the refrigerator so as to maintain its aroma.

With Model CF-1000, although the hotplate will keep your coffee hot, the best cup of coffee is obtained by drinking it as soon as it is made.

7. THERMAL JUG (mod. CTI-915)

This jug allows you to keep your coffee hot for several hours.

To serve the coffee, press the tab on the lid (13) (Fig. 4).

To open the lid, turn it anticlockwise (Fig. 5). To close it, line up the lines on the jug and the lid and press while turning clockwise.

8. AROMA CONTROL

With the aroma control button it is possible to regulate the strength of the aroma of the prepared coffee. You may select from a gradual range of mild to strong.

9. CLEANING YOUR COFFEE MAKER

Before cleaning your coffee maker, switch the on/off switch off, unplug the appliance and leave it to cool. Clean the filter holder (9), the filter (8), the jug (4) and the jug lid (3) in warm soapy water, rinse them in clean water and dry the parts before reassembling them.

Clean the outside of the coffee maker with a damp cloth. Do not use detergents or abrasive products to clean it.

Do not immerse the appliance in water or run it under the tap.

10. REMOVING LIMESCALE

Depending on how hard the water in your area is and how often you use your coffee maker, it is possible that its pipes may become blocked due to the lime content of the water you use. This becomes noticeable when the filter process lasts longer than usual. To avoid this, you should remove the limescale from your coffee maker. To do so, use a limescale remover suitable for coffee makers, which are readily available on the market.

11. INFORMATION FOR THE CORRECT DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES

At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this

service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources.

To remind you that you must collaborate with a selective collection scheme, the symbol shown appears on the product warning you not to dispose of it in traditional refuse containers.

For further information, contact your local authority or the shop where you bought the product.

1. DESCRIPTICQN GENERAL (Fig.1)

1. Control del aroma
2. Tapa del deposito
3. Tapa de la jarra
4. Jarra de cristal (mod. CF-1000)
5. Placa calefactora (mod. CF-1000)
6. DepoSito
7. Nivel de agua
8. Interruptor de I/O
9. Filtro permanente
10. Portafiltro
11. Guardacable
12. Jarra térmica (mod. CTI-915)
13. Lengueta para servir (mod. CTI-915)

2. CHARACTERISTICAS TECNICAS