Electrolux EKF966 User manual

Coffee Maker EKF966
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WARNINGS
This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as:
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.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
The appliance must not be immersed.
This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and if
they understand the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and
its cord out of reach of children aged less
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than 8 years.
Appliances can be used by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
For the details on how to clean surfaces in
contact with food and descaling please see
section “Cleaning and descaling” on page
07.
WARNING: Risks of injuries if you don't use
this appliance correctly.
The heating element surface is subject to
residual heat after use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, basic safety
precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including
the following:
REAL ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE COFFEE MAKER.
Do not touch the hot surfaces of the coffee maker. Do not open the cover while
brewing. Scalding may occur if the cover is opened during the brewing cycles.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, power plug or
coffee maker in water or any other liquids.
Switch off and unplug the appliance from the mains socket when not in use or
before cleaning.
The plug shall be the main disconnect device and shall remain operable at all times.
Allow the appliance to cool before attaching accessories or cleaning.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged power cord or power plug, or
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operate it after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Return this appliance only to the nearest authorised service centre for examination,
repair or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may
result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
Do not use the coffee maker outdoors.
Do not let the power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or allow it to come
into contact with hot surfaces.
Do not place this coffee maker on or near a hot gas stove or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
Be careful not to get scalded by steam.
Never switch on the appliance without water in the water tank.
Only use the carafe supplied with this appliance. Never use it on a cooking surface.
Do not use the carafe if it is cracked or the handle is loose.
Do not operate the appliance without water in the tank.
Never leave the empty carafe on the warming plate when the appliance is
operating, otherwise the carafe is liable to crack.
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DESCRIPTION
1. Filter
2. Control panel
3. Carafe lid
4. Lid open lever
5. Carafe
6. Carafe handle
7. Warming plate
8. Cover
9. Water tank
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Control panel
1. Hr button
2. Start button
3. Set Timer button
4. Timer On/Off button
5. Time display
6. Min button
7. Stop button
8. 1-4Cup button
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all packaging materials.
Wipe the appliance with a slightly damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
It is recommended to wash the drip coffee system before first use.
Fill the water tank with cold water and follow the directions for making drip coffee to
make at least two carafes of coffee without using ground coffee.
MAKING DRIP COFFEE
Make sure the appliance is plugged in. The display will show “0:00”.
1. Place the appliance on dry, level and heat-resistant surface, away from any edge.
2. Open the cover and fill the tank with water with fresh, cold water.
The markings on the water window and carafe indicate level of water required
to brew the desired number of cups.
To avoid overflow, do not fill the water tank with water past the 12-cup line.
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3. Place the filter into the filter holder, making sure it is assembled correctly.
4. Place a paper filter (not supplied) of 4-12 cup size into the nylon filter.
5. Add the desired ground coffee in the paper filter.
It is recommended to use a level spoon of ground coffee (approximately 6g) for
every cup of coffee.
6. Close the cover.
7. Slide the carafe into the appliance ensuring it sits correctly on the warming plate.
8. Press to switch on the coffee maker.
The power indicator light ( ) will illuminate, indicating that the appliance is
brewing coffee.
9. The coffee will begin to flow from the filter holder after a short time.
During brewing, you can remove the carafe from the warming plate. The
brewing process does not stop during this period and only the flow of coffee
from the filter holder stops. Do not remove the carafe for longer than 15
seconds or the coffee may overflow the filter holder.
Although the coffee maker has the above feature, it is not recommended to
pour coffee before the cycle has completed as do this may affect the flavour of
the coffee.
It is normal for the appliance to emit steam while it is brewing coffee.
10. When the brewing process is finished, you will hear a few beeps.
11. To keep coffee warm after the brewing process has finished, place the carafe on
the warming plate.
The appliance is designed to keep the coffee warm for approximately 40
minutes and then the appliance will be turned off automatically.
12. To turn off the appliance press Stop. The power indicator light ( ) will go out.
Programming the Automatic Start
The appliance can be programmed to make drip coffee automatically.
First, make sure the time is set correctly.
To set the clock in 24-hour cycle
Repeatedly press Hr and Min respectively to set the correct time.
To speed up time setting, press and hold Hr/Min to scroll through numbers quickly.
To set the delayed start time
1. Press .
The timer indicator light ( ) will flash.
2. While the timer indicator light is flashing, repeatedly press Hr and Min respectively
to set the time you want to start brewing coffee.
To speed up time setting, press and hold Hr/Min to scroll through numbers
quickly.
3. After the desired time is set, press .
The timer indicator light ( ) will stop flashing and the display will show the
current time.
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You may cancel the automatic start function by pressing .
4. When the set time is reached, the appliance will start brewing coffee.
The timer indicator light ( ) will go out whilst the power indicator light ( )
will illuminate.
Aroma Mode
You can enhance the flavour of your coffee by pressing . This feature
activates a unique brewing process, slowly releasing water into the filter. Coffee
grounds will be saturated a little a time extracting the best flavor and aroma from
your coffee.
Press . The aroma indicator light ( ) will illuminate.
Press to switch on the appliance. The appliance will start brewing coffee.
CLEANING AND DESCALING
Turn off and unplug the appliance from the mains socket. Allow the appliance to cool
down before cleaning.
Clean the outside of the appliance with a slightly damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Clean the removable parts in warm soapy water then rinse them thoroughly.
Never immerse the appliance in water.
Do not use abrasive or chemical cleaning agents.
Descaling
Regularly descale the appliance using a specific descaler.
1. Fill the tank with water and descaler to the 12-cup line. (Refer to the descaler
instructions for the scale of water and descaler.)
2. Place the carafe onto the warming plate.
3. Plug in the appliance and then press . Percolate the equivalent of a cupful and
then press again to switch off the appliance.
4. Leave the solution in the system for 15 minutes. Repeat steps 3 and 4 again.
5. Switch on the appliance and continue the brewing process until the tank is
completely empty.
6. Rinse out by operating the appliance using water at least three times (3 full tanks
of water).
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SPECIFICATIONS
Ratings: 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
1000W
DISPOSAL
As a responsible retailer we care about the environment.
As such we urge you to follow the correct disposal procedure for the appliance and
packaging materials. This will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects health and the environment.
You must dispose of this appliance and its packaging according to local laws and
regulations.
Because this appliance contains electronic components, the appliance and its
accessories must be disposed of separately from household waste when the
appliance reaches its end of life.
Contact your local authority to learn about disposal and recycling. The appliance
should be taken to your local collection point for recycling. Some collection points
accept appliance free of charge.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by minor inconsistencies in these
instructions, which may occur as a result of product improvement and development.
ELECTROLUX 02 / 02/ 2015
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ATTENTION
Cet appareil est destiné à être utilisé dans
des applications domestiques et analogues
telles que:
–des coins cuisines réservés au personnel
dans des magasins, bureaux et autres
environnements professionnels;
–des fermes;
–l’utilisation par les clients des hôtels, motels
et autres environnements à caractère
résidentiel;
–des environnements du type chambres
d’hôtes.
Si le câble d'alimentation est endommagé, il
doit être remplacé par le fabricant, son
service après vente ou des personnes de
qualification similaire afin d'éviter un
danger.
L'appareil ne doit pas être immergé.
Cet appareil peut être utilisé par des
enfants âgés d'au moins 8 ans, à condition
qu'ils bénéficient d'une surveillance ou
qu'ils aient reçu des instructions quant à
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