Express CM430D31 - Coffee machine TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Express CM430D31 TEFAL

SM_COFFEE-MAKER-EXPRESS_Mise en page 1 20/05/11 14:43 Page6Description a Lid b Water tank c Glass jug or insulated thermos pot (according to model) d Water level gauge e Pivoting filter holder f Removable filter holder g Filter holder open button support h Flavour selector i Heating plate (for model with glass jug) j ON / OFF switch Safety recommendations

• Read the instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time: the manufacturer does not accept responsibility for use that does not comply with the instructions.

• For your safety, this appliance conforms with applicable standards and regulations (Directives on low Voltage, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Materials in contact with foodstuffs, Environment,etc.).

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Before plugging the appliance in, make sure that the power it uses corresponds to your electrical supply system and that the outlet is earthed. Any error in the electrical connection will cancel your guarantee.

• Your appliance is designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

• Unplug the appliance when you have finished using it and when you clean it.

• Do not use the appliance if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged. If this occurs, contact an authorised service centre.

• All interventions other than cleaning and everyday maintenance by the customer must be performed by an authorised service centre.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its

• Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

• Do not leave the power cord within reach of children.

• The power cord must never be close to or in contact with the hot parts of your appliance, near a source of heat or over a sharp edge.

• For your safety, only use the manufacturer’s accessories and spare parts designed for your appliance.

• Do not pull on the cord to unplug the appliance.

• Do not use the jug or the insulated pot over a flame or on the hob of a cooker.

• Do not pour water into the appliance if it is still hot.

• Always close the lid (a) when running the coffee maker.

• All appliances are subject to strict quality control procedures. These include actual usage tests on randomly selected appliances, which would explain any traces of use.

• The glass jug can be heated in a microwave oven or washed in a dishwasher. (WARNING: the thermal flask must not be heated in a microwave oven or washed in a dishwasher).

• Never put your hand inside the insulated pot.

• When the coffee maker is switched on never put your hand on the heating plate when you lift the glass jug off. The plate reaches a high temperature and can cause burns. If you are using the thermal flask version there is no danger in touching the plate on which the flask rests, as it remains cold.

• Do not use the jug or the insulated pot without their lid.

• This appliance is intended to be used only in the household.

• It is not intended to be used in the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply for: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments, - farm houses, - by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments, - bed and breakfast type environments.

• Run the coffee maker for the first time without coffee, rinsing the circuit with 1 litre of water. Making coffee (Follow illustrations 1-8)

• Open the Filter holder support using the open button (g) located on the top of the coffee maker.

• Use only cold water and a no. 4 filter paper. Do not use the glass jug or the thermal flask without the lid.

• Do not exceed the maximum amount of water indicated on the water tank level indicator.

• This coffee maker is equipped with a drip-stop feature so that you can serve a cup of coffee before all the water has finished flowing through. Return the jug or the insulated pot to its base quickly to avoid spillage.

• For better heat preservation, rinse the insulated pot with hot water before use.

• When making coffee in the thermal flask turn the lid to the right until it is tightly closed. This will keep the coffee hot. To pour the coffee turn the lid to the left (approx. ½ turn).

• Wait a few minutes before preparing another pot of coffee. Flavour selector (Follow illustration 9)

• The flavour selector (h) allows you to adjust the strength of the coffee. However, the strength mainly depends on the amount of ground coffee you put in the filter. For the most economical results measure the amount of coffee in the filter carefully and set the flavour selector to “Normal”.

SM_COFFEE-MAKER-EXPRESS_Mise en page 1 20/05/11 14:43 Page9• Turn the selector (h) to the right to the position to obtain a normal coffee, where the entire amount of water contained in the tank passes through the coffee grounds.

• To obtain a very weak coffee, position the selector (h) to the left to the position . Only about half of the amount of water contained in the tank passes through the coffee grounds.

• The intermediate positions on the selector (h) allow you to adjust the intensity. Cleaning

• Unplug the appliance.

• To dispose of the used coffee grounds, remove the permanent filter or filter paper (f) from the coffee maker and dispose of the paper filter and grounds.

• Do not clean the appliance while hot.

• Clean with a damp cloth or sponge.

• Never put the appliance in water or under running water.

• The filter holder and/or permanent filter can be washed in the dishwasher.

• Replace the filter holder (f). Descaling

• Descale your coffee maker after every 40 cycles. You can use:

• A packet of limescale remover diluted in 2 large cups of water or 2 cups of white vinegar. White vinegar can be purchased from a Hardware Store.

• Pour into the tank (b) and switch the coffee maker on (without coffee).

• Let the equivalent of one cup flow into the jug or the insulated pot (c), then switch off.

• Leave to act for one hour.

• Switch the coffee maker back on to run the rest of the liquid through.

SM_COFFEE-MAKER-EXPRESS_Mise en page 1 20/05/11 14:43 Page10• Rinse the coffee maker by running 1 litre of water through it 2 or 3 times. The guarantee does not cover coffee makers that do not work properly or do not work at all because they have not been descaled. Accessories - Insulated pot - Glass jug Troubleshooting - Check:

• that it is plugged in properly.

• that the switch is in the on position.

• that the filter holder door is properly locked (fig. 6 and 7)

- If the water flow-through time is too long or makes too much noise descale your coffee maker. If your appliance still doesn’t work please call our Helpline. If you have any product problems or queries, please contact our Customer Relations Team first for expert help and advice: 0845 602 1454 - UK (01) 677 4003 - Ireland or consult our website - www.tefal.co.uk Environment protection first! i Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. ‹ Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.