KM 3873 - Coffee grinder SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KM 3873 SEVERIN

Coffee-Grinder Dear Customer, Before using the appliance, please read the following instructions carefully and keep this manual for future reference. The appliance must only be used by persons familiar with these instructions. Connection to the mains supply Make sure that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage marked on the rating label. This product complies with all binding CE. labelling directives. Familiarisation

Power cord (on rear) Wind-up cable storage and rating label (on underside) Grinding ring Coarse/fine grind adjustment scale Collection container

Important safety instructions + Before the appliance is used, the main body including the power cord as well as any attachment fitted should be checked thoroughly for any defects. Should the appliance, for instance, have been dropped onto a hard surface, it must no longer be used: even invisible damage may have adverse effects on the operational safety of the appliance. Do not allow the appliance to touch hot surfaces (e.g. oven-plates) or 10 come into contact with any open heat sources. Always remove the plug from the wall socket - after use, - in case of any malfunction, and also - before opening the bean or collection container, and also before removing either from the housing, - before cleaning the appliance. Do not let the power cord hang free. When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord. Do not let the power cord hang free. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use. ‘This appliance is not intended for use by any person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or. mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or. instruction concerning the use of the appliance by à person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Caution: Keep any packaging materials well away from children: there is a risk of suffocation. e No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with. “This appliance is intended for domestic or similar applications, such as in - staff kitchens, offices and other commercial environments, - agricultural areas, - hotels, motels etc. and similar establishments, - bed-and-breakfast guest houses. In order to comply with safety regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical appliances must be carried out by qualified personnel, including the replacement of the power cord. If repairs are needed, please send the appliance to one of our customer service departments. The address can be found in the appendix to this manual Short-time operation ‘The appliance has been designed for short- term operation only, ie. it should not be operated_continuously for more than 2 minutes. Switch off the appliance afterwards

and allow the motor to cool down (10 Min.) before switching it on again. Before using for the first time Before initial use, the grinding mechanism, grinding ring, bean and collection containers Should be cleaned as described in the section General care and cleaning, Operation Adjusting the grind level - The adjustment control allows for adjustment of the coarse/fine setting in several steps. Depending on the type of coffee and the preparation method used, the following information on grinding levels may be helpfül Adjustable grind settings. = 1 forespresso machines - 2-7. for automatic coffee makers = 8-10 for brewing when no machine is used — Caution: To prevent beans from getting caught in the grind mechanism and causing possible jamming of the motor, always set the grind level first before putting the beans into the container. If the beans have already been put in, the grind level should only be changed while the motor is running. —_ Turn the bean container until the arrow on the container is aligned with the desired setting. Loading the coffee beans — "Remove the lid of the bean container. — Load the beans inside and replace the lid. - ‘The maximum capacity of the bean container is 150 g Selecting the right quantity — Use the quantity selector knob to set the amount of ground coffee desired. Any amount from 2 to 10 cups can be processed in a single cycle. However, the quantity- per-cup information on the selecting knob is approximate only. Since different types of coffee as well as miscellaneous factors such as the size of the cups and your personal preference may require a different setting, we recommend that you &y out whatever suits your own personal taste. ‘The maximum capacity of the collection container is 100 g. Caution: Always make sure you empty the collection container in good time, as an over-full container may cause a blockage inside the appliance. Grinding the beans — Make sure that the collection container lid is properly fitted before attaching the container itself to the main unit. = Insert the plug into a suitable wall socket Press the start button. “The grinding process begins and stops automatically once the selected amount of ground coffee has been produced. “The process can be stopped at any time by pressing the start button again. - Once grinding has finished, remove the plug from the wall socket and wait until the motor has come to à complete Standstill before removing and opening the collection container. ‘+ Note: To ensure optimum coffee flavour, only the required quantity of beans should be ground immediately before brewing Anyexcess ground coffee should be stored in a suitable air-tight container. General care and cleaning e Before cleaning the appliance, always remove the plug from the wall socket and wait until the motor has come to à complete standstil. ‘To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not clean the housing or the power cord with water, and do not immerse them in water. “The housing may be wiped with a slightiy damp, lint-free cloth. Wipe thoroughly dry afterwards. Do not use abrasives, harsh cleaning solutions or hard brushes for cleaning. ‘Take off the collection container and its lid, and clean them with a mild detergent. Ensure they are thoroughly dry before

being replaced on the grinder. “The bean container should only be taken off after any remaining beans have been removed. Caution: To take the container of, first turn it anti-clockwise until the arrows on the container and the scale are aligned and then lift it up. Rinse the container and lid and dry thoroughly. When replacing the container, the arrows on the container and the scale must be aligned again. Then turn the container <lockwise to lock it “The grinding mechanism can be opened up for cleaning, and also in case of any malfunction. - Take of the container as described above Take out the grinding ring. - Use a small, soft brush to clean the grinding mechanism and the ring - Caution: The grinding assembly and ring have sharp edges and care should therefore be taken to avoid injury. - When _inserting the grinding ring, ensure that the teeth on the ring fit into the corresponding recesses on the mounting for the grinding mechanism. With the ring inserted, you should only be able to move it slightly, but not turn

In case of problems Ground coffee spills from the col container: “This is a normal occurrence. Static charge is usually the cause. “The beans are not being transported into the grind mechanism (the grinder makes a high-pitched, squealing sound): Because of their particular shape, beans might get jammed inside the mechanism. Set the grind adjustment to position 1 and remove the plug from the wall socket. Move the beans about, using à spoon. “This should free those caught in the mechanism. ‘The motor does not start, or makes abnormal noises as if running under à heavy load: ction ‘The grind mechanism is choked or blocked. Remove the plug from the wall socket immediately and clean the mechanism as described in the section General care and cleaning, Power cord wind-up storage ‘The wind-up power cord storage under the base facilitates limiting the length of the power cord during use and makes it easy 10 store the appliance. Disposal

Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only be done through public collection points. Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the. manufacturer undertakes 10 repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. This guarantee is only valid if the appliance has been used in accordance with the instructions, and provided that it has not been modified, repaired or interfered with by any umauthorised person, or damaged through misuse. ‘This guarantee naturally does not cover wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights, nor any legal rights you may have as a consumer under applicable national legislation governing the purchase of goods. If the product fails Lo operate and needs to be returned, pack it carefully, enclosing your name and address and the reason for return. If within the guarantee period, please also provide the guarantee card and proof of purchase.