Behmor Brazen Instruction Manual
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Important Safeguards
When using this electrical appliance, always follow these basic precautions:
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Do not let the coffee brewer operate without water. Permanent damage could result and void your warranty.
3. Make sure that your outlet voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the rating label of the coffee maker.
4. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury do not immerse cord, plug, or brewer in water or other liquid.
5. ADULT supervision is absolutely necessary and the responsibility of the user(s)/owner(s) when The Behmor
Brazen is being operated near children or in households with children present.
6. Unplug from outlet before cleaning.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after a malfunction or after any damage has occurred.
8. Do not use any attachment(s), and/or item(s) or make any modifications that are not explicitly approved by
Behmor Inc. in, on or to the Behmor Brazen. Using such items or making modifications is strictly prohibited and
automatically voids all warranties and relieves Behmor Inc. of any/all liabilities arising from such misuse and
tampering.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not use with extension cords.
11. Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13. Do not use this appliance for anything other than the intended use.
14. To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet by holding the plug. Never pull the cord.
15. Scalding may occur if the cover is opened during the brewing cycles. Be careful around the steam.
16. Do not put anything in the water reservoir except water or water based, approved coffee cleaners such as citric
acid (Dezcal). Do NOT use Vinegar! Coffee should not be put into the reservoir.
17. Some parts of appliance become hot when operating, use caution when brewing or calibrating the Brazen.
18. This product is equipped with a grounded plug, which will only fit into a three-prong outlet. Do not attempt to disable
this feature. Improper connection of the grounding conductor may result in electric shock.
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KNOW YOUR COFFEE BREWER
Diagram A: Main Components of the Brazen Brewer
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DiagramB:ControlPanel
Set
Start
Auto
Mode
On/offManual
release
Control Button Descriptions
Mode button: Press this button once to set automatic time, twice to set pre-soak time, three times to set brew temperature, four
times to set the current clock and five times to calibrate the temperature. The “ ” and “ ” buttons are used for increasing and
decreasing these mode settings. See instructions below.
On/Off Button: At any point during operation, press this button to cancel any/ all procedures
Auto Button: Used to turn on and off the “Automatic start”.
Manual Release Button: Used to enter the manual release mode and control the release of water in that mode. To brew coffee
in this mode you should not release water continuously or water will overflow the coffee basket. Alternating 15 to 20 seconds
between water releases is a good place to start.
“” and “ ” Buttons: Used for increasing or decreasing the time, the brew temperature and altitude.
Set Button: When setting the automatic start time and current time, it is used for switching between Hour and Minute, and for
switching from °F to °C when setting the brew temperature.
Start Button: For starting the brewing cycles and calibration.
* Power Saving Sleep Cycle: The Brazen is programmed with a Power Saving Sleep Cycle. After 5 minutes of inactivity the
system will go into this mode and the screen will dim. Press any button to bring the brewer out of this mode.
Initial Set Up and Cleaning
1. Remove all packing materials.
2. Check that all parts and accessories are included and that the brewer is not damaged.
3. Wipe out stainless steel reservoir with a damp cloth.
4. Add water (Filtered or bottled water is best) to the calibration fill line. Leave the reservoir lid OFF.
5. Be sure the carafe and filter basket are in place.
6. Plug the Brazen Brewer into the power outlet.
7. Program and Calibrate you brewer (see following page)
8. After your full calibration procedure is completed, fill reservoir to maximum line (1.2L/ 8 Cup) and place
reservoir lid over reservoir.
9. Press “Start” to run a brewing cycle of water only. This rinses the internal components before the first use. Be
sure carafe and other items are in their proper place(s).
10. Wash and rinse the removable components (filter basket, gold filter, carafe, and lid) with mild dishwashing
detergent before the first use.
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Programming Your Brazen
The Brazen comes with default settings that are appropriate for brewing. Pre-Soak 15 seconds, Brew
Temperature 200° F (90° C), and Altitude of 0 Ft. You can exit the programming modes at any point by
hitting the “On/Off” button.
Videos of the following procedures can be found online at: www.behmor.com
1. Set Auto Start Time: Press “Mode.” A clock time will appear on the LED screen with
the hour digit blinking (Figure 1).
a. Set Hour- press up/down arrows until hour is correct. Once hour is ready press “Set”.
Note: the time cycle is 12 hours and AM/PM changes as you pass 12:00.
b. Set Minutes- press up/down arrows until minutes are correct. Once minutes are
correct press “Mode” to continue to setting the Pre-Soak Time.
2. Set Pre-Soak Time: A clock time will appear on the LED screen with the minute digit
blinking (Figure 2). The adjustable time range is 15 seconds to 4 minutes.
a. Set Minutes - press up/down arrows to desired minute setting. Once done press “Set”.
b. Set Seconds - press up/down arrows to desired seconds setting. Once done press
“Mode” to continue to setting the Brewing Temperature.
3. Set Brew Temperature: The current brewing temperature will appear on the LED screen
(Figure 3 and 4). Press the “Set” button to switch between °F and °C.
a. The adjustable range is 190°F-210°F (88°C-99°C).
b. Press up/down arrows until desired temperature is shown, then press “Mode” to
continue to setting the Current Time.
4. Set Current Time: A clock time will appear on the LED screen (Figure 5).
a. Set Hour- press up/down arrows until hour is correct. Once hour is ready press “Set”.
Note: the time cycle is 12 hours and AM/PM changes as you pass 12:00.
b. Set Minutes- press up/down arrows until minutes are correct. Once minutes are
correct, press “Mode” to continue to the System Calibration.
5. System Calibration: The word “calibrate” above four digit places will appear on the
LED screen (Figure 6).
a. Set elevation in feet: press up/down arrows until the approximate elevation for your
location. Determine your elevation by viewing the table below or visiting a weather
website such as http://wunderground.com. The Brazen is programmed to allow the
user to set their altitude to the nearest 250 feet.
b. Fill the reservoir with water (Filtered or bottled is best) to the “Calibration fill line”.
c. Make sure that you do not put the reservoir lid back on for this process. Please use
caution during this process as the water will be heated to boiling without the reservoir
lid in place. DO NOT move the unit during this process.
d. Press “Start.”
e. The heaters will turn on and bring the water to a boil for 15 to 30 seconds.
f. A beep indicates the system calibration is complete.
g. Fill the water in reservoir up to the 8 cup line for brewing or press “Start” and let a full cycle run to rinse the
machine. Be sure to have the carafe and filter basket are in place during this process.
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Altitudes for Major Cities in North America
(Rounded to 250 foot increments used for programming the Brazen)
Atlanta,GA–876ft.(750) Eugene,OR‐423ft.(500) Philadelphia,PA‐203ft.(250)
Austin,TX‐548ft.(500) Indianapolis,IN‐781ft.(750) Portland,OR‐617ft.(500)
Boise,ID‐2651ft.(2500) KansasCity,MO‐755ft.(750) Reno,NV‐4534ft.(4500)
Boston,MA‐20ft.(0) Lexington,KY‐997ft.(1000) WashingtonDC‐75ft.(0)
Chicago,IL‐620ft.(750) Madison,WI‐922ft.(1000) Edmonton,Canada‐2372ft.(2250)
Cleveland,OH‐689ft.(750) Miami,FL‐7ft.(0) Montreal,Canada‐118ft.(0)
Dallas,TX‐449ft.(500) Minneapolis,MN‐853ft.(750) Quebec,Canada‐240ft(250)
Dayton,OH‐778ft.(750) Nashville,TN‐489ft.(500) Toronto,Canada‐253ft.(250)
Denver,CO‐5249ft.(5250) Pittsburgh,PA‐1201ft.(1250) Vancouver,Canada‐7ft.(0)
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Brewing Instructions
1. Twist and remove the top cover and fill the reservoir with
drinking water, always pouring from the side to avoid getting
display screen wet (see Diagram C). The water level should
not exceed 1.2L / 8 Cup level as indicated on the inside.
The water reservoir has a capacity of 8 Cups or 1.2L. Labeled
marking lines are as shown below:
a. 1.2 L- 8 Cups
b. .9 L - 6 Cups
c. Calibration Fill Line (.6L - 4 Cups) Best used with
Manual Release
Replace and twist the top cover into place.
***Important Note: Do not put coffee or anything other than
water into the reservoir.
***Do not use hot water as it will adversely affect the Power
Controlled Temperature Glide programming.
2. Remove the filter basket, and place ground coffee into the filter. A full pot of brewed coffee in the Brazen
requires up to 16 Tablespoons of ground coffee (60-70 grams or 2 oz). If the Brazen’s gold filter is being used,
finely ground coffee is not recommended as it may clog the filter. A standard drip ground coffee is recommended
for use in the Brazen brewer when using a paper filter. *See SCAA Gold Cup Standards Page 9
3. Place the filter into the filter basket, and slide into place. You will hear a slight clicking when it locks in.
4. Set stainless steel carafe on base.
5. Make sure the program settings are to your liking (see “Programming Your Brazen) and proceed with brewing
using one of three options described below.
6. On Demand, Automatic Timer and Manual Release
If the brewer is in the power saving sleep cycle you will need to press any button to first wake the brewer up.
a. Brew using On Demand:
1) Press “Start” to brew coffee.
b. Brew using Automatic Timer:
1) Press “Auto.” Start time should be displayed on LED screen.
2) “Auto On” will be displayed, as well as the scheduled brewing time.
3) To turn off the Automatic Timer, press “Auto” again or “On/Off”.
c. Brew using Manual Release:
1) Place either the Brazen carafe, a Chemex, a French press or other open brewing container on the base of
the brewer. If using anything other than the supplied carafe, remove the brew basket and filter.
2) Press “Manual Release”. You are in Manual Release mode as indicated by the lower left “On” flashing.
3) Press “Start.” The Brewer will begin to heat and “Temp” will start flashing and the actual current
temperature of the water in the reservoir will be shown in the display.
4) When the programmed temperature is reached, the system will beep and maintain the brewing
temperature for 10 minutes. Press “Manual Release” to start the flow of water. A timer on the LED
screen will display the elapsed time. Water is released at approximately 150 ml or 5 oz per 15 seconds.
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*Note: The water can also be released before the system has reached the programmed temperature by
pressing “Manual Release.” The heater will be turned off and the temperature will NOT be maintained in
the reservoir.
5) Press “Manual Release” again to stop flow. The timer on LED screen will track how long the water flow
has been stopped.
6) Continue pressing “Manual Release” as needed until all of the water has been released from the water
reservoir.
Brewing Process for On Demand and Automatic Timer
Once the “Start” or “Auto” button has been pressed, the following will occur:
1. “On” will start blinking in the upper left corner of the LED screen.
2. The heating elements will come on and heat the water to the brewing temperature you have programmed
3. Once the water reaches temperature, the Pre-Soak Cycle begins
4. During Pre-Soak, approximately a half cup of water will be released. The timer will count down Pre-Soak time
according to your settings.
5. After the Pre-Soak Cycle, programmed temperature will be displayed and water will be released in a staggered
fashion every 15 seconds until the reservoir is empty.
6. Once the reservoir is empty, three beeps will be heard indicating the brew cycle is finished and your coffee is
ready to enjoy.
Cleaning and Maintenance
**** Caution: Always unplug the appliance before cleaning****
1. Clean all detachable parts in hot, soapy water. *Never wash the steel carafe in the dishwasher, Hand-wash only.
2. Wipe down the exterior surface with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Use a damp cloth to gently wipe the base. Never use abrasive cleaner.
4. Remove the filter basket and use a clean cloth to wipe off the spray head area above where the filter basket sits.
5. It is recommended to run a coffee maker cleaner such as citric acid (Dezcal) through your brewer at a minimum
on a quarterly basis, sooner if chalky residue from minerals forms in your reservoir. Do NOT use Vinegar !
6. If flow is reduced or outlet seems clogged, clean the reservoir with a coffee machine cleaner or descaling product
following the manufacturer’s instructions for this product.
7. If the water reservoir is not completely draining, you should use a descaling product in your machine to remove
mineral deposit build-up that has occurred due to your water. After descaling your brewer it is recommended that
you use good filtered or bottled water in the future to reduce the mineral buildup.
8. Calibrate your brewer every 6 months for optimum performance.
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Important Tips for Great-Tasting Coffee
Coffee: The quality of the coffee used is directly related to the quality of the coffee brewed in the Brazen Brewer. The
Brazen is, we believe, the finest brewer in existence but it can only deliver quality equal to the coffee used. We highly
recommend buying fresh or commercially packed coffee that is sealed for freshness. Fresh coffee can also be assured by
using the Behmor 1600 roaster and roasting your own coffee. The use of the proper amount of coffee is also critical to the
finished brew. It is recommended that use a ratio of 2 Tablespoons of coffee for every 6 oz. of water. See SCAA Page 9
Grind: Grind is one of the most overlooked requirements for a great cup of coffee. It is recommended that you use a drip
grind in your brewer. Much like the quality of the bean, the degree to which you grind your coffee will affect the character
of the cup. If you are using the proper ratio of coffee to water and your coffee a little thin or weak, try grinding slightly
finer to fit your preference. If you coffee is bitter or has a bite to it, try grinding your coffee a little bit courser.
Filters: The Brazen comes with a gold filter included. This filter will tend to give your coffee more body and mouth feel.
Paper filters can also be used which will give your coffee a cleaner taste. If using a paper filter, you should use a quality
paper filter. Not all 8 to 10 cup paper filters are the same size and weight (the thickness of the paper). If you are using the
proper amount of coffee to brew some filters are shorter and the coffee may have a tendency to overflow. Paper filter
should not be used together with the gold filter.
Water: Coffee is over 98% water. Wherever possible you should use high quality filtered or bottled water. Regular
unfiltered tap water can impart flavors such as chlorine, salts and other minerals to your finished cup. Tap water with high
mineral content WILL also require the user to perform more frequent cleaning cycles as noted in the “Cleaning and
Maintenance” section and should be avoided.
Pre-Soak: This cycle allows you to determine how long a portion of the brewing water should rest on the grounds prior to
the staggered release of the remaining water. We have found the fresher the roast, the longer the pre-soak should be. This
allows for the “bloom” to rise and fall. Older roasts do not generally require as long of a time. Fresh roasts under 3 days
old may benefit from a pre-soak of 1 ½ minutes. Roasts over 5 days old may not need a pre-soak longer than 30 seconds.
Pre-ground coffee can accept the default setting of 15 seconds.
Cleaning: A clean coffee brewer is essential for making great-tasting coffee. Regularly clean the coffee brewer as
directed in the “Cleaning and Maintenance” section. Do NOT use Vinegar
Find Your Preferences: Coffees, and what they offer, are very much like any journey, each different and each offering a
different result. Experiment with your grind, brew temperature, pre-soak times and coffee. You may discover that you like
some coffees at a coarser grind brewed at a higher temperature and another one you like slightly finer and at a cooler
temperature. Define where you like each one best.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemExplanation Solution
ThedisplayhasgonedimTheBrewerhasgoneintothePower
Savermode.Thisisnormal.
Pressanykeytobringitoutofthis
mode.
E0
–
E6Oneofthesensorshasbroken. ContactBehmorTechnicalSupport.
E7Thereservoirwentdrywhileheating.Turnthesystemoff.Allowtocoolfor
5minutes.Turnon,addwatertothe
reservoirandtrybrewingagain.
Mycoffeebasketoverflowed Either
a‐Thecarafewasnotinplace.
or
b‐Thefilterclogged.
a‐ Thecarafemustbeinplacewhen
brewing.
b‐Useacoursergroundcoffee.
Ifusingthemetalfilter,tryaclothor
paperfilter.
Duringcalibrationthewaterboilsover
aminute.
Thisisnormal. N/A
Duringcalibrationthelidbounces
around.
Thelidshouldnotbeonduring
calibration.
SeeInitialSetupandCleaning
–
item
4).
Attheendofmybrewingcycle
thereisover2ozofwaterleft
inthereservoir.
Youmaybeexperiencingareductionof
flowoutofthereservoir.
Yourbrewerhasmineralbuildup.
SeeCleaningandMaintenance.
MycoffeeissourThisisajourney
–
youhaveto
experiment.
Trygrindingfinerand/orbrewingata
highertemperature.
MycoffeeisbitterThisisajourney
–
youhaveto
experiment.
Trygrindingcoarserand/orbrewing
atalowertemperature.
Icannotsetmybrewingtemperatureto
210F.
Ifyouhaveenteredanelevationof1000
Feetormore,yourbrewingrangeis
restrictedbecausewaterboilsatalower
temperaturethehigheryougo.
N/A
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Brewing Gold Cup Standard Coffee
Specialty Coffee Association of America Gold Cup Standards:
1) 55 grams of ground coffee per liter (66 grams per 1.2L- Brazen)
2) Appx. 2 Tablespoons of ground coffee per 6fl. Oz. cup
Specialty Coffee Association of Europe Gold Cup Standards:
1) 65 Grams of ground coffee per liter (78 grams per 1.2L-Brazen) or
2) Appx. 2 Tablespoon per 4 fl. Oz. cup
Coffee Brewing Control Chart
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Limited Warranty
BraZen Brew System by Behmor Inc.
24 month Limited Warranty: Boyd’s Coffee warrants to the original purchaser of this product that the BraZen Brew
System is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from date of purchase, provided
the Owner has original proof of purchase.
DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES – SALE “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS”
EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT IS “AS IS” AND
“WITH ALL FAULTS.” BOYD’S DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT
AND TITLE.
In the event of a breach of the foregoing warranty, Boyd’s obligation will be limited to repairing or replacing, F.O.B.
any part(s) of the product which is/are defective.
Such warranty will not apply to defects resulting from commercial use, tampering, cosmetic damage, acts of God,
accidental breakage, abuse, negligence, neglect or misuse, modification, alteration or repair not authorized by
Boyd’s. If you choose to have someone other than and authorized service center service your brewer, THIS
WARRANTY WILL AUTOMATICALLY BECOME NULL AND VOID. Alleged defects caused by the failure to properly
maintain the Brazen Brew System as referenced in the manual are not covered under the limited warranty.
If you believe you have a warranty claim within the FIRST 30 days of the purchase date, please contact Boyd’s for a
return label, a return authorization or a new part(s) to replace the defective one(s).
If you believe you have a warranty claim after the first 30 days but within the 24 month warranty period, you must
take following actions:
1. The machine must be packaged securely to protect from damage or breakage in shipment. You alone, not
Boyd’s, are responsible for any damage occurring in the shipping process. Boyd’s highly recommends
insuring the shipment in case the shipping firm damages the BraZen brew system.
2. Contact Boyd’s at 1-800-545-4077 to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Then ship prepaid to
Boyd’s Coffee, 19730 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97230, by the most convenient method with the RMA
clearly marked on the outside of the box.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other or additional rights, depending on the State or
Country in which you reside.
Boyd’s will not be held liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damage, resulting from possession, use, or
loss of use of this product either directly or indirectly.
No returns will be accepted without prior authorization and company issued RMA number.
To receive a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) email Customer Service
KEEP ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES
WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY WITH THE ORIGINAL PROOF OF PURCAHSE RECEIPT
The BraZen Brew System is intended for indoor (kitchen) household/residential use only.
The BraZen Brew System is not intended to be used commercially or in any commercial/industrial setting. Any
commercial use or attempted commercial use automatically voids any and all warranties.
This warranty is non-transferable
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