KitchenAid KPCM050 User's Manual
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1. Ordering Accessories amp Replacement Parts Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires Arranging for Service Outside the U S amp Puerto Rico COFFEE MAKER WARRANTY For THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICI OF COLUMBIA This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for PRO LINE Series Coffee Makers operated in the 50 United States and District of Columbia Length of KitchenAid Will Pay For KitchenAid Will Warranty Your Choice of Not Pay For Two Year Full Warranty for Household Use from date of purchase Hassle Free Replacement of your Coffee Maker See Arranging for Hassle Free Replacement for details or call the KitchenAid Customer Satisfaction Center toll free at 1 800 541 6390 OR The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials and workmanship Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center See the KitchenAid PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker Warranty for Puerto Rico for details on how to arrange for service A Repairs when the Coffee Maker is used in other than normal single family home use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse or abuse C Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your Coffee Maker to an Authorized Service Center Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Coffee Makers operated outside the 50 United States and District of Columbia KITCHENAID DOES N2. GUIDE To PROFESSIONAL RESULTS Model KPCMO5O Coffee Maker i l Hite Fert Ami E T___ FOR THE WAY IT S MADE Registered Trademark Trademark of KitchenAid U S A 2004 All rights reserved Specifications subject to change without notice dZw904 KitchenAid PRO LINE ERIES MODEL KPGIMO5O COFFEE MAKER Z O E U m O oc E Introduction Section Contents Table of Contents Coffee Maker Safety Important Safeguards Proof of Purchase amp Registration Electrical Requirements The KitchenAid PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker brings commercial performance to the home combining outstanding construction and durability with features that make brewing abundant amounts of superb coffee easy The commercial 1350 watt stainless steel heat pump brews quickly providing exceptionally smooth and flavorful coffee The elegant die cast metal housing and stainless steel brew basket will stand up to the heaviest use The front fill water reservoir and slide out basket design offer remarkable convenience With a 12 cup carafe the Coffee Maker features exceptional capacity The warming plate offers two temperature selections low preserves the flavor of coffee served at a leisurely pace while high keeps coffee piping hot An easy to set digital brew timer makes waking up to fresh coffee every morning simple After brewing keep an eye on coffee freshness with
3. When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs 3 To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plugs or Coffee Maker in water or other liquid 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 5 Unplug Coffee Maker from outlet before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance 6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 7 The use of accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire shock or injury to persons 10 11 14 LD 16 17 Do not use outdoors Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Do not use appliance for other than its intended use 12 la Do not use appliance without lid properly placed on container The container is designed for use with this appliance It must never be used on a range top Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface Do not use a cracked container or a container having a loose or weakened handle Do not clean c
4. alternated to indicate regular or decaffeinated coffee Warming Plate Temperature Switch Keep coffee heated to taste low preserves the flavor of coffee served at a leisurely pace while high keeps coffee piping hot Brew Timer Display and Timer Adjustment Buttons Digital display shows the AM or PM time of day along with the water level sound and filter icons The easy to set brew timer will brew coffee at the Auto On Off Switch To switch the coffee maker on or off turn the auto on off switch momentarily to the On Off position To activate or deactivate the automatic brew timer turn the switch momentarily to the Auto position Indicator lights show when the coffee maker is on or the brew timer is activated The coffee maker or brew timer cannot be switched on if there are fewer than 4 cups 17 oz of brew water in the reservoir Program Clock Switch The program clock switch is used with the timer adjustment buttons to program the brew timer and set the time of day clock To enter the clock setting mode turn the program clock switch momentarily to the Clock position To program the brew timer turn the program clock switch momentarily to the Prog position FEATURES AND OPERATION selected time day or night Flicker protection ensures that the timer and clock will maintain settings during a momentary power outage The and timer adjustment buttons set the br
5. the handy Time Since Brewing display And don t worry about leaving the Coffee Maker on it automatically shuts off two hours after brewing The KitchenAid PRO LINE Series commercial quality for the discriminating home chef From the company distinguished by its legendary craftsmanship TABLE or CONTENTS INTRODUCTION IROAUC Oi tr 2 Coffee Maker Safety 4 Important Safeguards ci creo decent 5 Proof of Purchase amp Product Registration 6 Electrical Requirements cher 7 FEATURES AnD OPERATION Coffee Maker Features cn ninccnnnnos 10 Preparing the Coffee Maker for Use Pres Use Cleaning siria 13 Installing the Water Filter 13 Setting the Time of Day Clock 14 Brewing Coffee cece cece eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 16 Using the Warming Plate Adjusting Warming Plate Temperature 19 Turning Off the Warming Plate 19 Automatic Shutoff Feature cece eeeeeee eee 19 Programming the Automatic Brew Timer 20 Adjusting the Message Tone Volume 22 Resetting the Water Filter ICON cece cece cece eee eee ee eees 23 Coffee Brewing Suggestions Advice for Great Taste 24 CARE ano CLEANING Cleaning the Coffee Maker cocoa ias 28 PECE RR RA 29 S
6. 2 on the brew timer display Mixing the Descaling Solution The coffee maker can be descaled using a packaged descaling agent or vinegar When using a descaling agent follow the directions on the package for the recommended amounts of descaling agent and water to use When using vinegar mix a solution of 6 cups vinegar and 6 cups water Descaling Steps Before descaling always remove the water filter see Installing the Water Filter on page 13 and make certain the brew basket contains no coffee or coffee filters Run the coffee maker through a complete brewing cycle using the descaling solution If the coffee maker has not been descaled for an extended period run it through a second brewing cycle using fresh descaling solution Rinse the coffee maker by running it through two brewing cycles using fresh cool water Wash the brew basket brew basket insert carafe and carafe lid in hot soapy water and rinse with hot water These parts can also be washed in the upper rack of the dishwasher Reinstall the water filter and reset the water filter icon if necessary see page 23 Error Codes During Descaling If E1 or E2 error codes appear during descaling unplug the coffee maker for 30 seconds to reset the display then plug it back in and continue If error codes continue to appear after cleaning see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33 29 Storing the Coffee Maker Since the coff
7. Button is pressed and held the minute digits will scroll 5 Once the minutes are set turn the Program Clock Switch clockwise to the Prog position then release The brew timer will exit the program mode and the brew timer display 2 Press the Timer Adjustment Button to decrease the hour or background color will return to blue the Timer Adjustment Button to increase the hour If a Timer Adjustment Button is pressed and held the hour digits will scroll The AM and PM icons will change when the hour digits roll past 12 Make certain the hour set is correct in regard to AM or PM 6 Fill the coffee maker with coffee and fresh water then activate the automatic brew timer by turning the Auto On Off Switch counter clockwise to the Auto position then releasing When the brew timer is active the auto indicator light will be illuminated Auto owon v Y NOTE The brew timer will not activate if there are fewer than 4 cups 17 oz of brew water in the reservoir O If message tones are enabled the coffee maker will beep on every attempt to activate the brew timer without sufficient water in the reservoir If automatic brewing needs to be cancelled deactivate the brew timer by turning the Auto On Off Switch counter clockwise to the Auto position then releasing When deactivated the auto indicator light will go out 7 When brewing starts at the programmed time the on off indicator l
8. OT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state COFFEE MAKER WARRANTY for PUERTO RICO A limited two year warranty for household use from the date of purchase extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for PRO LINE Series Coffee Makers operated in Puerto Rico During the warranty period all service must be handled by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center ARRANGING For Please bring the Coffee Maker or ship it prepaid and insured to the nearest Authorized Service Center Call toll free 1 800 541 6390 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m Eastern Time or Saturday 10 a m to 5 p m to learn the location of a Service Center near you Your repaired Coffee Maker will be returned to you prepaid and insured HASSLE FREE REPLACEMENT IF YOU RESIDE IN THE 50 UNITED STATES and your KitchenAid PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker should fail within two years of ownership simply call our toll free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1 800 541 6390 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m Eastern Time or Saturday 10 a m to 5 p m Give the consultant your complete shipping address No P O Box Numbers please KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparabl
9. ck Hazard Unplug before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock ARRANGING FOR SERVICE outside THE 50 UNITED STATES AND PUERTO RICO Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased your PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker for information on how to obtain service Z O lt oc O LL LLJ gt Oc LLJ un A Z lt Z q oc oc
10. e replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your failed Coffee Maker returned to us Your replacement unit will also be covered by our two year full warranty When you receive your replacement PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker use the carton and packing materials to pack up your failed Coffee Maker In the carton include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with a copy of the proof of purchase register receipt credit card charge slip etc O lt x gt oc O LL LLJ Q gt oc LLJ UN A Z lt Z lt q o oc ORDERING ACCESSORIES ano REPLACEMENT parts The KitchenAid PRO LINE Series Coffee Entertainment Accessory Pack To order accessories or replacement parts for your Coffee Maker call with a 12 cup carafe and portable warming plate model KPCMEA toll free 1 800 541 6390 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m is a companion to the Pro Line Coffee Maker model KPCM050 Eastern Time or Saturday 10 a m to 5 p m or write to Customer Satisfaction Center KitchenAid Portable Appliances PO Box 218 St Joseph MI 49085 0218 ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY expires For service information call toll free 1 800 541 6390 Monday Customer Satisfaction Center KitchenAid Portable Appliances through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m Eastern Time or Saturday P O Box 218 St Joseph MI 49085 0218 10 a m to 5 p m or write to A WARNING Electrical Sho
11. ee maker retains a small amount of water after brewing never use it in environments where the temperature drops below freezing 32 F or 0 C If the coffee maker will not be used for a prolonged period or if it will be stored at temperatures below freezing empty all water from the unit To empty unplug the coffee maker then remove the water guide cover the water filter access cover the water filter and the brew basket Hold the coffee maker over a sink and repeatedly turn it upside down until all the water drains from the unit Wipe the coffee maker dry and store When the coffee maker is taken out of storage run it through a complete brewing cycle without coffee Use a full carafe of clean cool water This rinses the water reservoir heat pump and showerhead Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter After several uses clean the filter with a soft brush or sponge Avoid using abrasive cleansers or steel wool pads The filter can also be washed in the top rack of a dishwasher 30 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES If the brew timer display is not illuminated If it requires more than 10 minutes to brew 12 cups of coffee Check to see if the coffee maker is plugged in If it is unplug The coffee maker needs to be descaled See Descaling on the coffee maker then plug it back in again If the brew timer page 29 display remains dark check the fuse or circuit breaker on the electrical circuit the coffee maker is con
12. erly roasted Many experts qs The Right Grind Freshly ground coffee loses flavor and aroma quickly within minutes The best cup of coffee will always come from coffee beans that are ground just before brewing A proper grind is critical for good coffee and that means using a quality burr grinder like the PRO LINE Series Burr Coffee Mill or the KitchenAid Model A 9 Coffee Mill A good burr grinder will produce an extremely consistent grind with little frictional heating and preserve the full flavor of your coffee Be sure to grind your coffee to the correct size use a medium grind level appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers Feel free to experiment with slightly finer or coarser grinds but don t overdo it too fine a grind will result in very bitter coffee and too coarse a grind will produce weak flavor If the correct grind is used adding more coffee simply makes a brew stronger without making it excessively bitter The Proper Amount of Ground Coffee For standard drip process coffee a good starting point is to use 1 ounce of coffee for every 4 cups of brew water as measured with the carafe a carafe cup is about 4 ounces Finer grinds usually require less coffee but using too fine a grind will produce bitterness and may cause water to overflow the brew basket If you prefer substantially weaker than average coffee it s best to brew using a normal amount of ground coffee and then dilute the
13. ew timer and clock Time Since Brew Display Display shows coffee freshness at a glance 30 60 90 and 120 minute quadrants light up to indicate the time elapsed since the last carafe was brewed Water Level Icons Icons on the brew timer display show whether the water reservoir is low medium or full JJ amp Continued MODEL KPCMOS0 COFFEE MAKER FEATURES Water Filter Icon Icon appears on the brew timer display when the water filter needs to be replaced Sound Level Icon Icon is displayed when message tones are enabled Message Tones Convenient message tones instantly communicate coffee maker status The coffee maker will beep three times when a brewing cycle is complete If the coffee maker is turned on or the brew timer is activated without sufficient water in the reservoir the coffee maker will beep once it will also beep once when the reservoir is near full during filling Message tone volume can be set high or low or turned off for silent operation Automatic Shutoff Coffee maker shuts off two hours after the last carafe is brewed Stainless Steel Heat Pump The 1350 watt heat pump brews quickly providing exceptionally smooth and flavorful coffee The commercial stainless steel construction minimizes calcium build up for maximum durability Advanced lon Exchange Water Filter Replaceable filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which impair coffee flavor Filter also softens the
14. ge tones are now disabled e If the message tones are disabled no sound level icon is visible the low volume sound level icon will appear The coffee maker will now produce low volume tones e If the low volume sound level icon is visible it will change to the high volume icon The coffee maker will now produce high volume tones If the Timer Adjustment Buttons are held down continuously the message tones will alternate between disabled low volume and high volume RESETTING tHe WATER The PRO LINE Series Water Filter will filter approximately 25 gallons of water 60 full carafes When a filter has reached the end of its life the water filter icon will appear on the brew timer display The coffee maker will keep track of the remaining filter life even when unplugged To maintain the best performance the coffee maker should be descaled whenever the water filter icon appears If a water filter is not used the coffee maker will still display the water filter icon as a reminder to descale For descaling instructions see page 29 To Reset the Water Filter Icon After the water filter has been replaced see Installing the Water Filter on page 13 press and hold the Timer Adjustment Button until the water filter icon disappears Doing this resets the function that tracks how much coffee has been brewed The water filter icon will re appear when the new filter has reached the end of Its life FILTER icon Filte
15. h clockwise to the Clock position then releasing The hour digits will begin to flash Z Timer Adjustment Buttons O E S 2 Once the hour is set turn the Program Clock Switch clockwise E to the Clock position then release The minute digits will A begin to flash G un pe 3 Press the or Timer Adjustment Buttons to adjust the minutes If a Timer Adjustment Button is pressed and held the a To Set The Clock minute digits will scroll 1 Press the Timer Adjustment Button to decrease the hour or the Timer Adjustment Button to increase the hour If a 4 Once the minutes are set turn the Program Clock Switch Timer Adjustment Button Is pressed and held the hour digits clockwise to the Clock position then release The minute will scroll The AM and PM icons will change when the hour digits will stop flashing and the brew timer display will exit the digits roll past 12 Make certain the hour set is correct with clock setting mode regard to AM or PM BREWING COFFEE Before brewing coffee for the first time run the coffee maker NOTE Use at least 4 cups 17 oz of water to brew coffee through a complete brewing cycle without coffee Use a full The coffee maker will not operate with less carafe of clean cool water This rinses the water reservoir heat pump and showerhead This first brew cycle will yield slightly less 2 Remove the water guide cover and pour the water into the g
16. he Low position to preserve the flavor of coffee served at a leisurely pace Turn the Temperature Switch counter clockwise to the High position to keep coffee piping hot Turning Off the Warming Plate The warming plate is on whenever the on off indicator light is illuminated To shut off the coffee maker turn the Auto On Off Switch clockwise to the On Off position then release The Automatic Shutoff Feature The warming plate will remain on for 2 hours after the last carafe is brewed then automatically shut off Z O E lt x a Lu a O a Z lt x Un Lu ad lt x Lu LL PROGRAMMING te AUTOMATIC BREW timer The KitchenAid PRO LINE Series Coffee Maker can be programmed to brew coffee at a preset time making it easy to wake up to fresh coffee every morning To set the automatic brew timer perform the following steps Enter the brew timer program mode by turning the Program Clock Switch counter clockwise to the Prog position then releasing The brew timer display background color will change from blue to red and the hour digits will begin to flash The red background indicates program mode is active limerAdjustmen uon 3 Once the hour is set turn the Program Clock Switch counter clockwise to the Prog position then release The minute digits will begin to flash 4 Press the or Timer Adjustment Buttons to adjust the minutes If a Timer Adjustment
17. ight will illuminate and the auto indicator light will go out O If message tones are enabled the coffee maker will beep three times when brewing is complete NOTE The automatic brew timer must be activated each time you want the coffee maker to brew at the programmed time Z O E lt oc LLI a O A Z lt L un LLJ oc 2 T LLI LL ADJUSTING tHe MESSAGE TONE voLume Message tones instantly communicate coffee maker status Tone volume can be set high or low or turned off for silent operation When first used the coffee maker automatically defaults to high volume tones The sound level icon will be visible on the brew timer display when message tones are enabled AA High Volume Icon AA Low Volume Icon With message tones enabled the coffee maker will produce 3 one second tones when the brewing cycle is complete and a single one second tone when e you attempt to turn on the coffee maker or activate the brew timer without sufficient water in the reservoir e the water reservoir nears the maximum level during filling e the water filter icon is reset To Adjust the Message Tone Volume Press and hold the and Timer Adjustment Buttons simultaneously for about 5 seconds to enable disable or change the volume of the message tones Timer Adjustment Buttons As the Timer Adjustment Buttons are pressed e If the high volume sound level icon is visible it will disappear The messa
18. nected to and make certain the circuit is closed If the coffee maker makes loud sounds during brewing The coffee maker needs to be descaled See Descaling on If E1 or E2 appears on the brew timer display page 29 If the problem cannot be fixed with the steps above see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33 The coffee maker needs to be descaled Unplug the coffee maker for 30 seconds to reset the display then plug it back in again See Descaling on page 29 If error codes continue to appear after cleaning see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33 Do not return the coffee maker to the retailer Retailers do not provide service U lt lt Lui mr U a Z lt Lu DE lt U If E3 appears on the brew timer display A button or switch is jammed Unplug the coffee maker press or turn each switch and button several times then plug the coffee maker back in If the coffee maker has been stored or used in a cool environment warm the unit to normal room temperature before doing this If E3 appears again on the display repeat this procedure KitchenAid PRO LINE ERIES WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty Information Section Contents Z e lt ac O LL LL gt ac LL N m Z lt E Z q ac ac Warranty tor the US Tea a 34 Warranty for Puerto Rico Arranging for Hassle Free Replacement
19. ontainer with cleaners steel wool pads or other abrasive material This product has been UL Listed for household and commercial use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS O E U gt O O DE E PROOF or PURCHASE Ss PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Coffee Maker Proof of purchase will assure you of in warranty service Before you use your Coffee Maker please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act This card does not verify your warranty Please complete the following for your personal records Model KPCM050 Serial Number Date Purchased Store Name Volts 120 V A C only Hertz 60 Hz A WARNING NOTE Your Coffee Maker has a 3 prong grounded plug To gt reduce the risk of electrical shock this plug will fit in an outlet only one way If the plug does not fit in the outlet contact a Y qualified electrician Do not modify the plug in any way Electrical Shock Hazard A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Do not use an extension cord If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or
20. ottom paper filter or the optional permanent filter into the brew basket Using the included scoop fill the filter with one rounded scoop of ground coffee for each cup desired Add more coffee for a stronger brew less for a weaker brew Use a medium grind appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers too fine a grind will produce bitterness and may cause water to overflow the brew basket Continued BREWING COFFEE NOTE The coffee maker cannot be switched on if there are fewer than 4 cups 17 oz of brew water in the reservoir O If message tones are enabled the coffee maker will e beep once if there are fewer than 4 cups 17 oz of brew water in the reservoir e beep three times when brewing is complete 8 When brewing is finished the 30 60 90 and 120 minute segments on the time since brew display will light up to indicate the time elapsed since the completion of the brewing cycle At the end of two hours the coffee maker will shut off automatically To shut off the coffee maker manually turn the Auto On Off Switch clockwise to the On Off position then release 9 Repeat steps 1 7 to brew additional carafes of coffee Always turn off the coffee maker and allow it to cool for five minutes before starting the next carafe USING tHE WARMING PLATE Adjusting Warming Plate Temperature The warming plate can hold coffee at a choice of two serving temperatures Turn the Temperature Switch clockwise to t
21. r Icon Timer Adjustment Button Z O E q oc Lu a O A Z lt Un Lu oc lt Lu LL COFFEE BREWING SUGGESTIONS ADVICE FOR GREAT TASTE The flavor of coffee depends on a variety of factors including the quality freshness and roast of the beans the fineness and consistency of the grind the ratio of coffee to brew water the cleanliness of the brewing equipment and the brew water purity Darkly roasted beans which appear dark brown or nearly black look great but the extra roasting will overwhelm the more delicate coffee flavors and caramelize any sugars A heavy roasted coffee flavor often bitter and sharp will predominate with a dark roast Fresh Coffee Beans To preserve the freshness of coffee beans Keep beans in an opaque air tight container and store them in a cool dry place Refrigeration is not recommend buying beans roasted no darker than a recommended as condensation tends to form on medium roast the color of which appears as an the beans whenever the container is opened Freezing even chocolate brown This roast preserves the natural sugars can help preserve beans stored for an extended period but it will and flavor of the bean and sets the stage for an excellent cup of also impair the flavor coffee A medium roast is the darkest a bean can be roasted without oils developing on the surface Great coffee can only come from fresh coffee beans prop
22. result with hot water Doing this will maximize flavor and minimize bitterness Brew Water Purity The PRO LINE Series water filter that comes with your coffee maker is one of the most effective in the industry at removing off tastes and contaminants from your brew water It also softens the water and extends the time between coffee maker descalings For great tasting coffee be sure to use the filter and replace it promptly when the water filter icon appears on the brew timer display Where local water quality is extremely poor you may wish to use bottled purified water with your coffee maker Do not use distilled water or mineral water they can damage the coffee maker If the coffee maker hasn t been used in awhile run it through a complete brewing cycle without coffee Use a full carafe of clean cool water This rinses the water reservoir heat pump and showerhead and eliminates any stale water within the unit 25 COFFEE BREWING SUGGESTIONS ADVICE FOR GREAT TASTE Coffee Maker Cleanliness Coffee oils build up quickly within the brew basket and carafe Over time these oils will go stale and taint the flavor of freshly brewed coffee Daily cleaning of the brew basket brew basket insert and carafe is strongly recommended for the best tasting coffee Warming Plate Temperature If you intend to keep coffee on the warming plate for an extended period use the low temperature setting This will help prese
23. rve coffee flavor KitchenAid PRO LINE ERIES CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning Section Contents Cleaning the Coffee Maker Descaling Storing the Coffee Maker Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter Troubleshooting amp Error Codes D Z Z T LL AI U m Z lt Lu oc lt U CARE ann CLEANING Cleaning the Coffee Maker Unplug the coffee maker 2 Remove the brew basket insert from the brew basket 3 Wash the brew basket brew basket insert carafe and carafe lid in hot soapy water and rinse with hot water Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads These parts can also be washed in the upper rack of the dishwasher 4 Wipe the coffee maker housing with a clean damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads Descaling Calcium deposits scale from water will build up in the coffee maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality With normal use scale should be removed every three months or whenever the water filter icon appears on the brew timer display Local water conditions use of the coffee maker more than once a day or use without a water filter may require more frequent descaling The following conditions indicate an immediate need for descaling the presence of loud sounds during brewing a brewing time greater than 10 minutes for 12 cups of coffee the appearance of E1 or E
24. serviceman install an outlet near the appliance Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock KitchenAid PRO LINES ERIES FEATURES AND OPERATION Features and Operation Section Contents Coffee Maker Features Preparing For Use Pre Use Cleaning Installing the Water Filter Setting the Time of Day Clock Brewing Coffee Using the Warming Plate Programming the Brew Timer Adjusting Message Tone Volume Resetting the Water Filter Icon Coffee Brewing Suggestions e E q ad LL O m Z lt Un Lu cc T LL LL MODEL KPCMODO COFFEE MAKER FEATURES Front Fill Water Guide Fill the water reservoir through the convenient front fill water guide A tone sounds to prevent overfilling when the maximum water level is reached Water Guide Cover Cover prevents debris from falling into the water guide Water Filter Access Cover Cover snaps in and out for convenient access to the water reservoir and filter Stainless Steel Brew Basket Durable basket slides in and out from the front for easy access Model KPCMO5O Coffee Maker Brew Basket Insert Insert removes from the brew basket for easy cleaning 12 Cup Glass Carafe The Carafe features drip free pouring a comfortable handle and a removable lid that snaps in and out Orange and black lids can be
25. ter filter is for use only with municipally treated tap water or well water that is regularly tested for contaminants To Install the Filter Remove the cartridge from its packaging 2 Place the filter cartridge in a separate container filled with fresh cool water the cartridge should remain submerged in the water for 10 minutes 3 Remove the water filter access cover from the coffee maker Continued FEATURES AND OPERATION PREPARING THE COFFEE MAKER Forn USE A WARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard 4 Place the filter cartridge in the circular well at the bottom of the water reservoir Push the cartridge slightly to make sure it fits snugly Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock 5 Replace the water filter access cover and run the coffee maker through a complete brewing cycle without coffee Use a full carafe of clean cool water Setting the Time of Day Clock When the coffee maker is first plugged in or when power is restored after an interruption the brew timer display automatically enters the clock setting mode The hour digits on the display will flash until a time is set To Enter Clock Setting Mode If the digits on the brew timer display are not flashing enter the clock setting mode by turning the Program Clock Switc
26. toring the Coffee Maker 30 Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter 30 Troubleshooting amp Error Codes 31 WARRANTY AnD SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty for the 50 United States amp District of Columbia 34 Warranty for Puerto Rico 35 Arranging for Hassle Free Replacement 35 Ordering Accessories amp Replacement Parts 36 Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires 36 Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States amp PUTO RICO corria nino 37 INTRODUCTION Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow A DAN G E R instructions All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell A WARN I NG you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
27. uide water than the amount added since the brew system retains a small amount of water 1 Fill a carafe with enough fresh cool water to make the desired amount of coffee A graduated scale on the side of the carafe helps measure the amount of water required The right side of the scale coffee is an accurate measurement of carafe volume in 4 ounce cups The left side of the scale water indicates the amount of water needed to produce a given number of cups Brewing always produces less coffee than the volume of water added since coffee grounds retain water Y E E the water level icons on the brew timer display will indicate whether the water reservoir is low medium or near full O If message tones are enabled the coffee maker will beep once when the water reservoir is near full 3 After filling the reservoir place the carafe on the coffee maker warming plate 4 Grasp the brew basket handle and remove the brew basket from the front of the coffee maker 6 Slide the brew basket into the coffee maker as far as possible 7 To begin brewing turn the Auto On Off Switch clockwise to the On Off position then release The on off indicator light will illuminate when the coffee maker is on Do not remove the carate from the coffee maker until brewing is complete FEATURES AND OPERATION 5 Make certain the plastic brew basket insert is placed in the brew basket Insert a 10 12 cup flat b
28. water which extends the time between descalings Quiet Finish Brewing The advanced brew system design reduces noisy hissing and gurgling throughout the brewing cycle Optional Permanent Filter The permanent filter eliminates the need for paper coffee filters The fine metal screen delivers exceptional brewing performance PREPARING THE COFFEE MAKER For USE Pre Use Cleaning Wash the filter basket basket insert carafe and carafe lids in hot soapy water then rinse with clean water and dry Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads These parts may also be washed in the top rack of the dishwasher Installing the Water Filter Since most tap water is chlorinated and contains some level of calcium the use of a PRO LINE Series Water Filter is recommended The advanced ion exchange water filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which impair coffee flavor The filter also softens the water which extends the time between descalings The PRO LINE Series Water Filter will filter approximately 25 gallons of water 60 full carafes When a filter has reached Na the end of its life the water filter icon will appear on the brew timer display Use of the water filter is optional the coffee maker will operate normally without it If a water filter is not used the filter icon will still appear on the brew timer display as a reminder to descale the coffee maker To reset the icon after it appears see page 23 The wa
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