FK403 - Coffee machine GRAEF - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FK403 GRAEF

Illustration of a GRAEF coffee maker with control panel and scale markings (no text or symbols on the device itself)

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Bedienungsanleitung

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Operating Instructions

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This device conforms to the relevant safety regulations. However, incorrect handling may lead to injury and damage.

Please observe the following instructions for safe handling of the unit:

• Before using the unit check for any external visible damage of the housing, the connection cable and plug. Do not operate a damaged unit.
• If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the after-sales service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent danger.
• Repairs may be carried out only by an expert or by Graef after-sales service. Incorrect repairs may cause considerable hazards for the user. In addition, any claim under guarantee is forfeited.
• Defective parts must be replaced by original spare parts only. It is only with these parts that the safety requirements are met.
• This unit can also be used by children from 8 years age as well as by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental ability or with a lack of experience and/or knowledge if they have been trained in using the unit and have understood the dangers which may result from it. Cleaning and maintenance may only be carried out by children if they are 8 years of age or older and are supervised.
• The unit and its connection cable have to be clear of children who are younger than 8 years.
• Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they do not play with this unit.
• Do not leave the unit unattended during operation and decalcification.
• The unit is not intended to be used with an external timer or a separate remove control.
• Always disconnect the connection cable by using plug; do not pull the connecting cable.
• Be careful not to let the power cord hang freely, this could cause

the fall of the appliance.

• Packaging materials must not be used for playing. There is a danger of suffocation.
• Observe the notes on the requirements regarding the installation location and the electrical connection of the unit in order to avoid personal and material damages.
• Do not place the unit in a dishwasher, and do not hold under running water either.

The surfaces heat up during use and remain hot for a while after use.

This appliance is intended for domestic and similar use, such as:

• In staff kitchens for shops and offices
• In agricultural estates
• In hotels, motels and other residential areas
• In bed and breakfast boarding houses

Another or any exceeding use shall not be considered intended.

CAUTION

The appliance can cause dangers, if is not used as intended. Please therefore do the following:

• Use the unit exclusively as intended.
• Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.

Claims of any kind caused by damage by unintended use shall be excluded. The risk shall be borne sole by the operator.

GRAEF.

1 Water tank
2 Water level gauge
3 Removable coffee filter
4 Drip stop
5 Glass jug with removable lid
5 On / off switch
7 Hotplate

CONTENT

General safety instructions....12

Product description....14

Preface 16

Information on these operating instructions....16

Warning messages....16

Danger caused by electric current 17

Intended use....17

Limitation of liability....17

Unpacking 17

Disposal of the packaging....18

Requirements on the installation location....18

Electrical connection ....18

Prior to first use 19

Preparing coffee 19

Cleaning....20

Descaling....20

After-sales service 21

Disposal of the unit 21

Two-year warranty 21

PREFACE

Dear Customer,

You have made a good choice by buying this filter coffee machine. You have purchased a recognised quality product. We would like to thank you for buying this machine and wish you a lot of fun with your new filter coffee machine.

INFORMATION ON THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

These operating instructions of the filter coffee machine (in the following referred to as uni) provides you with important information about its commissioning, security, the intended use and care of the unit.

The operating instructions shall have to be available at the unit at all times. The instructions have to be read and applied by every person which deals with

• Initial operation,
• Operation,
• Troubleshooting and/or
• Cleaning

of the unit.

Keep these operating instructions and pass them on to the next owner along with the unit.

These operating instructions cannot take into consideration every conceivable use. For further information or in case of problems which are not dealt with or not dealt with sufficiently in these instructions, please get in touch with Graef customer service or your specialist dealers.

WARNING MESSAGES

In these operating instructions, the following warning messages and signal words are used:

WARNING

This refers to a potentially dangerous situation. Failure to observe this warning may result in serious injury or even death.

CAUTION

This refers to a potentially dangerous situation. In case of non-observation of this warning message, material damage may occur.

IMPORTANT!

This refers to application tips and other especially important information!

WARNING

Mortal danger is caused by contact with energised cables or components!

Please observe the following safety instructions in order to prevent an exposure to electric current:

• Do not use the unit if the mains cable or plug are damaged.
• In this case, you should let the Graef Customer Service install a new connection cable before using the appliance again. This may be done also by an authorised specialist.
• Do not open the housing under any circumstances. If live connections are touched or the electrical and mechanical construction are modified, there is the danger of electric shock.
• Never touch live parts. This can cause an electric shock and may cause even death.

INTENDED USE

This unit is not intended for commercial use. Use the unit only in closed rooms and operate it only with water. To avoid potential hazards, use the unit only for coffee preparation. Any other use is not permitted.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

All technical information, data and notes on the installation, the operation and the care contained in these operating instructions correspond to the last status before printing, and are rendered under consideration of our previous experience and to the best of knowledge.

No claims may be derived from the particulars, illustrations and descriptions in these instructions.

The manufacturer shall not assume any liability for damage caused by:

• non-observation of the instructions
- unintended use
- incorrect repairs
- technical modifications
- use of unapproved spare parts

Translations shall be carried out to the best of knowledge. We shall not assume any liability for translation mistakes. The original German text only shall be binding.

UNPACKING

When unpacking the unit, proceed as follows:

• Remove the unit from the box.
• Remove the packaging parts.

- Remove any stickers on the unit (do not remove the type plate).

DISPOSAL OF THE PACKAGING

The packaging protects the unit against transport damage. The packaging materials are selected according to the environmental compatibility and disposal-related aspects and can therefore be recycled.

The return of packaging into the material cycle saves raw material and reduces the waste volume. Dispose of the packaging material no longer needed at collection points for the “Green Dot” recycling system (in Germany).

IMPORTANT!

Keep the original packaging during the warranty period so that the unit can be properly packed and transported in the event of a warranty claim.

REQUIREMENTS ON THE INSTALLATION LOCATION

For safe and fault free operation of the unit, the following requirements of the installation location have to be met:

• The unit has to be placed on a solid, flat, horizontal, and non-slipping surface with a sufficient weight-carrying capacity.
• Make sure that the unit cannot topple over.
• Choose the location in such a way that children cannot reach the hot surface of the unit or the supply lines.
• Do not place the appliance on hot surfaces, such as hotplates, or near them.
• Do not use the unit outdoors and keep it in a dry place.
• The unit is not designed for installation in a wall or a built-in cupboard.
• Do not set up the unit in a hot, wet or moist environment.
• The socket has to be easily accessible so that the power cable can be removed easily in case of emergency.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

For safe and fault-free operation of the unit, the following requirements have to be met during the electrical connection:

• Before connecting the unit, compare the connecting data (voltage and frequency) on the type plate with those of your energy network. These details must correspond so that no damage occurs to the unit. In case of uncertainty, contact a qualified electrician.
• The socket has to be protected at least by a 10 amps circuit breaker.
• Make sure that the power cable is not damaged and is not laid across hot surfaces or sharp edges.
• The connecting cable must not be stretched tightly.
• The electric safety of the unit is ensured only when it is connected to a socket with protective conductor installed correctly. Operation at a socket outlet without a protective earth conductor is not permitted. If in doubt, let the house installa-

tion checked by a trained electrician. The manufacturer shall not assume responsibility for damage which has been caused by absent or interrupted protective conductor.

PRIOR TO FIRST USE

Before initial use, after non-using the unit for a long time or after descaling it, we recommend to carry out 2 brewing operations for approximately 4 cups as described in the following, but without coffee.

PREPARING COFFEE

- Fill the water tank with water.

IMPORTANT!

When filling the water tank, please observe the following:

• Water level indicators with 2 units of measure are located on the side. The left unit of measure refers to a large cup (125 ml) and the right unit of measure refers to a small cup (83 ml).

• Fill the water tank to the maximum 10 / 15 cup level marking.

• Open the coffee filter.

• Put in one filter bag (size 1 x 4 or number 4).
• Fill the coffee filter with coffee grounds.

Note: We recommend that you freshly grind the coffee using a Graef coffee grinder. You can purchase coffee grinders in our online shop www.graef.de.

Recommended quantity:

Large cups (125 ml) Small cups (83 ml) Measuring spoon
	(level)
10 15 10
8 12 8
6 9 6
4 6 4
2 3 2

• Close the coffee filter.
• Put the glass jug below the coffee filter. Check to see that the glass jug sits correctly below the coffee filter.
• Switch the unit on.
• After completion of the brewing operation, the hotplate will still keep the coffee warm for about 40 minutes.

Note: Thanks to the automatic drip stop function, your can remove the glass jug already during the brewing operation and make yourself a cup of coffee. Once the glass jug has been reinserted, the brewing operation will continue.

- Subsequently, the unit will automatically switch off.

• You can also switch off the unit by pressing the On/Off switch.
• Dispose of the used filter bag.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT!

Watch the following safety instructions before starting to clean the unit:

• Switch the unit off before cleaning and pull the power cord from the electric socket.

• Let the unit cool down before cleaning.

• Use a soft and moist cloth to clean the outer surfaces of the unit. Use a mild detergent in case of heavy soiling.

• Remove the coffee filter.
• Remove the lid from the glass jug.
• Clean these parts in hot rinsing water.
• Then towel them well and reinsert the coffee filter and glass jug.

DESCALING

Descale the unit in regular intervals. This will extend the service life of your unit. How often you must descale the unit depends on the water hardness in your area. If you have very hard water (above 26^ dH) and drink coffee very often, we recommend that you descale the unit every two to three weeks.

IMPORTANT!

We accept no liability for missing or insufficient decalcification. In this case, the warranty will become null and void.

You can descale the unit using any household descaling agent. Observe the manufacturer's instructions and comply with the operating manual.

Note: Pour water into the tank up to the 8 / 12 cup marking.

Put in a filter bag so that lime residues are absorbed therein.

• Put the glass jug below the coffee filter.
• Switch the unit on.
• Let the liquid flow through.
• Dispose of the filter bag after completion of the operation and pour out the decalcification mixture.
• Switch the unit off.
• Now rinse the machine with clear water. Pour clear water into the water tank up to the 8 / 12 cup marking.
• Put the glass jug below the coffee filter.
• Switch the machine on and let the water flow through.
  • After completion of the operation, pour the water away.

- Switch the unit off.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

If your Graef device is damaged, please contact your dealer or the Graef Customer Service at [phone] or write an e-mail to [e-mail].

DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT

At the end of its service life, this product cannot be disposed of in normal domestic waste. The symbol on the unit and in the instruction manual indicates this. The materials are recyclable according to your marking. With the reuse, recycling or other forms of recycling of old equipment, you make an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Please ask your municipal administration for the disposal point.

TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

For this product, we assume 24 months manufacturer warranty for defects, which are due to production or material defects. Your legal warranty claim in conformity with Section 437 et seq. of the German Civil Code (BGB) shall remain unaffected by this regulation. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper handling or use as well as defects which only slightly influence the function or the value of the appliance. Furthermore, we do not assume any liability for damages due to a lack of or insufficient descaling and care. In this case, the warranty will also become null and void. Transport damages, as far as we are not responsible for it, are excluded from the warranty claims. A warranty claim is excluded for damage caused by a repair which has not been carried out by us or one of our agents. In case of justified complaints, we shall repair the defective product or replace it by a product without defects at our discretion.

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