Gevalia CM-500B Manual

Care and Use
Instructions
12 Cup
Automatic
Coffee Maker
Created Exclusively
For
GEVAIIA*

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING OR USING THIS APPLIANCE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not place cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other
liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and 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 our authorized
service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment. See warranty for service.
7. The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not move entire unit when appliance is on or when carafe contains hot liquids.
12. Prior to connecting or disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet, turn all controls to "OFF"
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove bottom cover. No
user-serviceable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized personnel only.
15. Scalding may occur if the filter basket is opened during the brewing cycle.
16. Always use cold filtered or bottled water for best results. Warm water or other liquid could
cause damage to the coffee maker.
17. Scalding may occur if the water reservoir cover is lifted or removed during the brewing cycle.
18. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Short Cord Instructions
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, the plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks of becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their
use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the cord should be arranged so it will
not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounded-type 3-wire
cord.
OPERATING NOTICE ...
To avoid filter basket overflow during brewing:
1. Make sure the filter basket is securely locked in place in the filter basket compartment.
2. Ensure the carafe is correctly inserted in the coffee maker with the lid on to
activate the pause-n-serve mechanism.
3. Place only one filter paper into the basket; insure paper filter doesn't bend or fold.
After brewing is completed, there may still be some HOT liquid in the Filter Basket.
Allow to drain completely and open Filter Basket carefully. Do not move coffee maker
immediately after operation.

GLASS CARAFE PRECAUTIONS:
To avoid damage of,or injury from the carafe,please follow these instructions.
1. The glass carafe is designed for use with this appliance only. It must never be used in any
other drip-type coffeemaker, on a range top, or in a microwave oven.
2. Never clean inside of carafe with a hard implement, scouring pad or other abrasive cleaners.
Scratches in the glass can eventually cause the glass carafe to break.
3. Never stir inside of the carafe with a spoon or other utensils.
4. Do not use a cracked glass carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.
If glass carafe should break, carefully dispose of broken glass.
5. Never use ice cubes in carafe, or place carafe in the refrigerator.
6. Never drink directly from carafe. Always check beyerages for broken glass before drinking.
7. Do not use by or near children. This product is not intended for use by children.
8. Do not tilt or overturn the carafe, as liquids may flow out.
9. When carrying the carafe, always use the handle.
Before first use:
Before the first use it is suggested that you clean your new coffeemaker. Simply run through
2 brew cycles as described below without using coffee or a coffee filter.
PREPARATION FOR USE-Manual Operation
1. Place the coffee maker on a hard, flat surface. With the coffeemaker turned off, plug into a
120 V outlet.
2. Fill the carafe with fresh, cold water (preferably bottled or filtered water).Open the hinged
cover and pour the water into the water tank. The number of cups is shown by the water
level indicator. Do not exceed the maximum fill level. We do not recommend making
less than 4 cups.

Notes:
' ^he^offee^maker'^vou ° f th \ Water reservoir t0 P^vent exceeding the capacity of
tne cotree maker. It you add too much water, it will leak out from the back of the unit
aboutUV? ifiihTrfft Wld be leSS than the Water placed in the coffeemaker since
about 10% is absorbed by the coffee grounds and the filter.
3 ' C ai 'f fc with the lid on in the coffee maker making sure it is fully seated in
the coffeemaker to activate the pause-n-serve mechanism
mSfhthHM^ filter basket overflow, the carafe must fit securely into the coffee
water or hot coffee to overflow ™ 1 ”* 7 p0s,t,0ned 0,1 ti,e warmin 8 P la te it could cause hot
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proper placement of filter
paper into filter basket
5 Gevalia coffee usin S the measuring scoop provided. Brew Gevalia coffee with the
coffee water ratio you normally use when you prepare ground coffee If you pLTerstronc
coffee, we recommend the following European method, which produces rich full bodied
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7. Close the reservoir cover making sure it is securely closed.
8 ^th the reservoir cover firmly closed and the carafe securely in place press the On
button. The red On LED light will light up to indicate the brew cycle has started.
9 - When the brewing process ends and the water level indicator is empty there will still he
into the carafe 56 "" baSte, ■ * few f ” ~ of Sough
10. After coffee grounds have cooled, open the reservoir cover and carefuliy remove the
filter basket by grasping the tabs on each side of the filter basket and lifting straight
up from the filter basket holder Discard the used coffee filter and founds 8 g

CAUTION: The coffee maker becomes very hot during the brew cycle. Please handle
with extreme care.
how to remove the filter
basket
11. The keep warm plate will operate,up to two hours, as long as the on/off button is on
(red LED light is lit).
12. Always switch the coffee maker to OFF when the carafe is empty or you no longer want to keep coffee
hot. The coffee maker will shut off automatically after 2 hours.
13. If two (2) or more pots of coffee are to be made it is recommended that the coffee maker be allowed to cool
for 10 minutes between each brewed pot. The filter basket should also be rinsed out after each brew cycle.
PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEE MAKER - Automatic
Operation
SETTING THE CLOCK
1. You may set the clock any time before or after brewing.
2. Press the HOUR and then the MIN buttons to set the current time. Press and hold the buttons to
scroll through numbers quickly. When the number displayed approaches the desired setting,press and
release the button to advance one digit at a time.
Note: AM is indicated in the upper left hand corner of the LED digital
clock/display and PM in the lower left hand corner.
SETTING THE AUTO BREW START TIME
1. To set the desired auto brew start time first press the PROGRAM button. The word PROGRAM
will begin flashing on the LED digital clock/display to indicate an auto brew start time is being set.
2. Set the time you want coffee to begin brewing by using the Hour and Min buttons
following the same directions for setting the clock.
Note: After setting the auto brew start time the PROGRAM indicator will automatically
stop flashing after a few seconds, and the display will return to the current time.
3. To confirm your auto brew start time simply press the PROGRAM button and the pre-set time will be dis
played for a few seconds on the LCD display. The PROGRAM indicator will continue to flash while
confirming the pre-set auto brew time. It will automatically return to the current time after a few seconds.
4. After setting the auto brew start time, prepare coffee following thq directions in preparation for use.
5. Press the AUTO button. A green LED light will light up and the word AUTO will be displayed in the upper
right hand corner of the LCD display.
6. Your coffee maker will automatically begin brewing at the pre-set time. When the brew cycle begins,the
Auto icon will go out and the red on light will come on to indicate the coffee maker is in operation
7. To re-set the auto brew time for the same pre-set time for the next day simply press the AUTO button. The
green LED light will light up and the word AUTO will again be displayed in the upper right hand
corner of the LCD display.
PAUSE & SERVE
Allows you to interrupt the brewing cycle and pour a cup of coffee before the entire
carafe is finished brewing
CAUTION: While this will temporarily stop the coffee from dripping into
the carafe,it does not stop the brewing cycle. After serving, the carafe should
be i mmediately returned to the carafe plate to prevent the filter basket from
overflowing.

Make sure the carafe is positioned firmly against the back of the coffee maker.
NOTE: While the pause pause and serve is a convenient way to pour a cup of coffee
mid-cycle, we recommend you wait until the completion of the brew cycle as the
strength and flavor of coffee poured mid-cycle will vary from the finished brew.
CLEANING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
1. Always unplug the coffee maker & allow to cool before cleaning.
2. Wash carafe/carafe lid and removable filter basket in hot, sudsy water or place in top rack of the
dishwasher. DO NOT place any other parts of your coffee maker in the dishwasher.
3. Never use harsh or abrasive cleansers on any part of your coffee maker. To clean, simply wipe off
with a soft, damp cloth. The keep warm plate may be wiped with a clean, damp cloth when necessary.
For hard to remove stains, use a plastic mesh pad or cloth dampened in vinegar.
IMPORTANT: Never immerse the keep warm plate or main housing in water or any other liquid. Do
not try to clean the inside of the water chamber with a cloth, this will leave a residue of lint and may
clog your coffee maker. Just rinse with cold water periodically.
DECALCIFYING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
Calcium build-up frequently occurs in drip coffee makers. This build -up is normal and is caused by
minerals commonly found in drinking water. Periodically, your coffee maker will need cleaning to
remove calcium or mineral deposits that may form. You will know when your unit will need decalcifying
when you notice an obvious slow down in brewing time. We recommend decalcifying your unit with a
solution of white vinegar and cold water. A solution of two tablespoons of white vinegar to one carafe of
cold water works best. Pour this solution into the water reservoir, and follow your normal operating
instructions, without a filter in the filter holder. When the brew cycle is finished, empty the carafe and
rinse with water. Refill the water reservoir with cold water only and repeat the brew cycle with water only,
twice more. This will rinse out any remaining vinegar solution.We recommend you do this 4 times a year.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Global Marketing Corp. warrants this appliance shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal home use for a period of one year from the date of purchase or receipt. During that period, defects will be
repaired or the product will be replaced at the manufacturers option without charge. This warranty does not cover
damage or failure which results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, commercial use, or improper
maintenance as published in our use and care book. Incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this
guarantee. This guarantee expressly excludes glass and thermal carafes broken by accident or misuse. However,
replacements can easily be ordered by calling Gevalia Kaffe Import Service at 1-800-438-2542. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
FOR SERVICE:
1. Call the Gevalia Kaffe Import Service at 1-800-438-2542 for further information on
repair or replacement of your defective coffee maker.
Gevalia Kaffe is only available through the Gevalia Kaffe Import Service.
To place an order or obtain additional information, call us toll free at: 1-800-GEVALIA
(1-800-438-2542)
OR
1. Call Global Marketing Corporation at 1-800-969-2518 for warranty information.
Note : To facilitate service and better answer you questions, before calling please
have the model number of your Gevalia coffee maker and the date code of manufacture
available. This information can be located by looking at the bottom of your coffee maker.
The date code is the 4 digit number next to the words“datecode”.
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