AR5 - Coffee maker Mr. Coffee - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AR5 Mr. Coffee

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, including the following:

- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE.

- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or machine in water or other liquids.

- Close adult supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

- Turn unit off and unplug from outlet when Coffeemaker is not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.

- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return this appliance only to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.

- The use of accessory attachments not recommended for MR. COFFEE® products may cause hazards or injuries.

- Do not use outdoors. This Coffeemaker is for household use only.

- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or countertop or to touch hot surfaces.

- Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

- To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.

- Do not use appliance for anything other than its intended use.

- Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of air flow underneath the appliance.

Decanter Use and Care

Breakage may occur if the following instructions are not followed:

Use only decanters specifically designed for MR. COFFEE® Coffeemakers.

• This decanter is designed for use with your MR. COFFEE® Coffeemaker and therefore must never be used on a rangetop or in any oven, INCLUDING A MICROWAVE.
• Do not set a hot decanter on a wet or cold surface.
• Do not use a cracked decanter or a decanter with a loose or weakened handle.
• Do not clean the decanter with cleansers, steel wool pads or other abrasive materials.
• Discard decanter immediately if it is ever boiled dry.
• Avoid sharp blows, scratches or rough handling.

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove any

service covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authorized personnel only. Opening the bottom service cover will void the warranty.

THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Special Cord Set Instructions

1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. An extension cord may be purchased and used if care is exercised in its use.
3. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least 10 amps and 120 volts. The resulting extended cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards 2

Decanter Use and Care 3

Special Cord Set Instructions 3

Setting Up Your Coffeemaker 5

Operation and Use 5

Before First Use 5

Brewing Coffee. 5

Diagram of Parts 6

Suggested Coffee Measurement Chart 7

Brewing Pause 'n Serve 7

Cleaning 7

Using Mr. Coffee Cleaner 8

Using Vinegar 8

Cleaning the Decanter 8

Troubleshooting....9

Service and Maintenance 10

Replacement Parts 10

Repairs 10

Questions, Comments and Suggestions 10

Warranty Information 11

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Setting Up Your Coffeemaker

Congratulations on the purchase of your new MR. COFFEE® coffeemaker! Please read these instructions carefully before using your new coffeemaker. Proper use, care and maintenance will ensure trouble-free operation and the long life of this appliance. Save these instructions for cleaning and, if necessary, replacement parts information.

Operation and Use

Before First Use

Before using your Coffeemaker for the first time, wash decanter/lid and removable brew basket (black) using a mild, non-abrasive detergent and water. Rinse each thoroughly. Follow Steps 4 – 6 (Brewing Coffee) using water, to clean the inside.

Brewing Coffee

1. Open the swing-out brew basket. Insert a MR. COFFEE ^® 4-Cup filter into the black inner brew basket.
2. Add desired amount of coffee, referring to the Coffee Measurement Chart. (See Page 7) Shake lightly to level coffee.
3. Be sure the paper filter is centered before closing the brew basket.
4. Fill the decanter with cold water to desired capacity as marked on the side of the decanter (1 cup = 5 oz). To brew 4 cups of coffee, fill the decanter to the bottom of the metal band.
5. Pour the water into the water reservoir. Note: For easy and accurate filling, refer to cup markings inside the reservoir. Place the empty decanter onto the warming plate.
6. Plug the cord into the electrical outlet and turn your Coffeemaker switch to the "ON" position. When the coffee stops flowing, the brewing cycle is complete.
   Note: The warming plate will keep your coffee piping hot until you turn your Coffeemaker off.
7. After contents have cooled, carefully remove the one-piece brew basket and discard the used grounds and filter. Rinse the inner brew basket and replace.
   Note: Remove decanter from the warming plate before opening the brew basket. This will prevent the drip stop valve from catching on the decanter lid.
8. To make another pot of coffee, repeat Steps 1 – 7.
9. Be sure to turn your Coffeemaker off when the decanter is empty and you are no longer using your Coffeemaker. Please unplug the power cord when not in use.

Warning: To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to property as a result of overflow, be sure the decanter is squarely centered under the brew basket during the brewing cycle. Brewed coffee and grounds, both in brew basket and decanter, are very hot. Handle with care to avoid scalding. If brew basket overflows, or if brew basket fails to drain into decanter during brew cycle, do not open or handle basket. Unplug Coffeemaker and wait for contents to cool before handling.

DIAGRAM OF PARTS

AR4 WHITE / AR5 BLACK

FOR GREAT TASTING COFFEE
USE 4-CUP MR. COFFEE®
FILTERS

MR. COFFEE®
REPLACEMENT DECANTER
D40 (WHITE) D48 (BLACK)

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SUGGESTED COFFEE MEASUREMENT CHART

For best results, use level coffee scoop of fresh coffee beans.

When using pre-ground coffee, use level tablespoon (Tbsp.) or level coffee scoops of drip grind or a grind recommended for automatic drip coffeemakers.

To Brew

WHOLE COFFEE BEANS

USE THIS AMOUNT OF GROUND COFFEE

4 cups 3 scoops 5 tablespoons or 2-1/2 scoops

2 cups 2 scoops 3 tablespoons or 1-1/2 scoops

Use more or less coffee to suit your taste

2 level tablespoons = 1 level coffee scoop

BREWING PAUSE 'N SERVE

Our Brewing Pause 'n Serve feature allows you up to 30 seconds to pour a cup while the coffee is still brewing. It also prevents any remaining coffee in the brew basket from dripping onto the warming plate once brew cycle is complete.

Warning: To prevent injury from hot overflow, replace decanter within 30 seconds if removed during brewing. If the decanter is not replaced within 30 seconds, the filter basket will fill with water and overflow.

CLEANING

Your Coffeemaker must be cleaned when you begin to notice excessive steaming or the brewing time increases considerably. This condition is caused by a build-up of lime and mineral deposits from your water. If the pumping action stops before all the water has been pumped out of the machine, the appliance requires cleaning.

The frequency of cleaning depends on the hardness of water used. The following table gives a suggested cleaning schedule.

SUGGESTED CLEANING INTERVAL

Type of Water Cleaning Frequency

Soft Water Every 80 Brew Cycles

Hard Water Every 40 Brew Cycles

Your Coffeemaker may be cleaned by using MR. COFFEE® Cleaner or vinegar. MR. COFFEE® Cleaner is available at many retail stores or by calling the Sunbeam Consumer Service Department at 1-800-MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333).

MR. COFFEE®

COFFEEMAKER CLEANER

CLEANING

USING MR. COFFEE® CLEANER

Please refer to MR. COFFEE® CLEANER box for instructions. Read caution statement on side panel of box before use.

USING VINEGAR

1. Fill the decanter to the bottom of the metal band with undiluted white household vinegar. Pour the vinegar into the water reservoir of the Coffeemaker.
2. Place a filter into the brew basket and close the brew basket.
3. Place the empty decanter on the warming plate. Turn the switch to the "ON" position. When three cups have flowed through, turn the Coffeemaker to "OFF." Let stand for 1/2 hour.
4. After 1/2 hour, pour vinegar back into the Coffeemaker. Place the empty decanter on the warming plate.
5. Turn Coffeemaker to "ON" and let all of the vinegar pass through the Coffeemaker again.
6. Once the brew cycle is complete, discard the vinegar and filter.
7. To flush out all traces of vinegar, pour a decanter full of tap water into the Coffeemaker, turn the switch to the "ON" position. Allow water to cycle through.
8. Discard water and turn Coffeemaker off. Repeat Steps 7 and 8.

CLEANING THE DECANTER

Decanter and Lid Are Top-Rack Dishwasher Safe

Hard water can leave a whitish mineral deposit inside the decanter. coffee and tea discolor these deposits, sometimes leaving a brownish stain inside the decanter. To remove these stains, follow these easy steps.

1. Use a solution of equal parts white vinegar and hot water.
2. Let solution stand in decanter for about 20 minutes. Discard.
3. Wash and rinse decanter thoroughly using soft cloth. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners. These may cause scratches and can lead to breakage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POTENTIAL PROBLEMS

PROBABLE CAUSE

"ON" LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE • Unplugged

- Power outage

COFFEE IS NOT BREWING • Unplugged

- Power outage

- The water reservoir is empty; check water window

- The filter basket is not properly inserted

- Carafe lid is not placed all the way on the warming plate

COFFEEMAKER ONLY BREWS WATER • No grounds in filter basket

COFFEEMAKER BREWS SLOWLY • Coffeemaker needs decalcifying

FILTER BASKET OVERFLOWS • The filter basket is not properly inserted

- Carafe is not placed all the way on the warming plate

- Carafe lid not on carafe

- Too many grounds placed in filter

- Carafe was removed from warming plate longer than 30 seconds

BURNING COFFEE SMELL • Empty carafe was left on

hot warming plate

• Coffee was spilled on a warming plate

COFFEE IS NOT HOT • Power outage

- The Automatic Shut-Off function has been activated

COFFEE TASTES BAD • Coffee ground other than for automatic-

drip Coffeemaker was used

• Ground coffee-to-water ratio was unbalanced

GROUNDS ARE IN COFFEE

• Paper filter not properly seated in basket

- Filter overflowed

Questions? You can call us toll-free at 1-800-672-6333.

Service and Maintenance

Replacement Parts

- Filters

For better tasting coffee and tea, we recommend that you use MR. COFFEE® brand 4-cup paper filters or MR. COFFEE® brand permanent filters. These filters are available at most grocery stores.

- Decanters

You can usually purchase a replacement decanter from the store where you purchased your coffeemaker. If you are unable to find a replacement, please call 1-800 MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333) in the U.S. and Canada for information on where you can find a store that carries replacement decanters.

Repairs

If your coffeemaker requires service, do not return it to the store where you purchased it. All repairs must be made by Sunbeam or by an authorized MR. COFFEE® Service Center. If you live in the U.S. or Canada, please call us at the following toll-free telephone number to find the location of the nearest authorized service center:

1-800 MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333)

To assist us in serving you, please have the model number (AR4 or AR5) and date of purchase information when you call.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions

We welcome your thoughts; please include your complete name, address and telephone number when you write or e-mail us at:

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You may also visit our website and discover the secret to brewing the perfect cup of coffee. You'll also find a rich blend of gourmet recipes, entertaining tips and the latest information on MR. COFFEE® products.

www.mrcoffee.com

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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Sunbeam Products, Inc. (“Sunbeam”) warrants that for a period of ONE year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during this warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. Sunbeam dealers, service centers or retail stores selling Sunbeam products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than Sunbeam or an Authorized Service Center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

Sunbeam shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

Take the product to an Authorized Sunbeam Service Center. You can find the nearest Authorized Sunbeam Service Center by calling 1-800-672-6333. If a Service Center is not conveniently located, attach a tag to the product that includes your name, address, daytime telephone number and description of the problem. Include a copy of the original sales receipt. Carefully package the product and send either by UPS or Parcel Post with shipping and insurance prepaid to:

SUNBEAM SERVICE CENTER

c/o Warranty Center

117 Industrial Row

Purvis, MS 39475

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

If you have any questions regarding this warranty please call 1-800-672-6333.

MR. COFFEE®

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MR. COFFEE ^® is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products, Inc.

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