Hamilton Beach FlexBrew 49901 User manual

FlexBrew Single Serve
Coffee Maker with
Removable Reservoir
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Cafetière individuelle
FlexBrew avec
réservoir amovible
Cafetera de porción
individual con depósito
de agua extraíble

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without supervision. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Care
must be taken, as burns can occur from touching hot parts
or from spilled, hot liquid.
5. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug,
or coffee maker in water or other liquid.
6. 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.
7. Coffee maker must be operated on a flat surface away from
the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply
cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord
replacement and repairs must be conducted by the
manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard. Contact Customer
Service for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch
hot surfaces, including stove.
12. Do not place coffee maker on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
13. To disconnect coffee maker, turn brew cycle off and then
remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
14. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the heating
cycle.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
16. WARNING! To avoid hot water spraying from the piercing
needle, do not lift the lid during the brew process.
17. Do not place coffee maker in a cabinet when in use.
18. CAUTION! Cut Hazard: Removable coffee pod holder
contains a sharp needle. Use caution when handling.
19. CAUTION! Cut Hazard: Piercing needle is sharp. Use
caution when cleaning.
20. WARNING! Risk of Fire or Electric shock, do not remove
this cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should
be done by authorized service personnel only.
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:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use only.
wWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided
with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric
shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any
way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician
replace the outlet.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension
cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must
be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must
be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or
accidentally tripped over.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another
high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

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Parts and Features
To order parts, visit:
hamiltonbeach.com/parts
Before first use: Wash all removable parts in hot, soapy water. Rinse and
dry. Brew one cycle with water and discard water.
1Gray Removable Pod Holder
with Handle
2Brown Removable Brew Basket for Ground Coffee with Hinged
Lid and Handle
3Lid
4Gray Removable Needle Holder
with Black Seal
5Black Seal
6Piercing Needle
7Funnel
8Removable Cup Rest/Storage
Container
9Control Panel
10 Removable 50 oz. (1.48 L) Water
Reservoir with Removable Lid
11 Lid Latch
12 (8 oz./237 mL) Button
13 (10 oz./296 mL) Button
14 (12 oz./355 mL) Button
15 (14 oz./414 mL) Button
16 Bold ( ) Button
17 Refill Water Light
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How to Brew a Pod
wWARNING Burn Hazard.
If overflow occurs, unplug and allow coffee maker to cool.
To avoid hot coffee overflowing:
• Fully insert cup or travel mug on cup rest.
• Do not lift lid during the brewing process.
• Use appropriate sized cup or travel mug for your brew size.
• If brew cycle is stopped early, the coffee must be drained. Return
cup or travel mug to cup rest. Press desired cup size button. Failure
to drain the cup or travel mug can cause the next cup brewed to
overflow. Discard coffee.
wCAUTION Cut Hazard.
Removable pod holder has a sharp needle. Piercing needle on
underside of lid is also sharp. Use caution when handling.
NOTES:
• If Lid is opened or any button was pressed to end brew cycle early,
discard contents of cup or travel mug and pod. Press desired cup
size button to restart brewing cycle.
• Use only cold water in Reservoir. Do not use hot water.
• Do not reheat coffee in machine.
• Do not use creamer or nondairy creamer in Reservoir.
• After brewing pods, such as hot cocoa, sugar-based or keto,
immediately brew a water-only cycle without a pod to avoid
possibility of clogging Piercing Needle.
• Press any cup size button to stop brew cycle.
• All cup size buttons flashing 3 times: Coffee Maker Lid is not closed
properly. Push Lid down to lock into place. Press desired cup size
button.
• Do not brew coffee before ensuring Removable Needle Holder
arrow icon ( ) is aligned with lock icon ( ) inside FlexBrew Lid.
1. Lift up Water Reservoir and remove Lid. Add water to at least MIN
fill line (16 oz. [473 mL]) or MAX fill line (50 oz. [1.48 L]). Replace
Lid and place Water Reservoir on to Coffee Maker.
2. Plug into outlet.
3. Lift Lid Latch until Lid stays in place.
4. Place Gray Removable Pod Holder in Funnel.
5. Place a pod into Pod Holder. Do not remove foil.
6. Close Lid and snap in place to pierce pod.
7. Use Cup Rest for a cup/mug, or remove Cup Rest for a travel
mug.
8. For a stronger cup of coffee, press Bold ( ) Button. Light will
illuminate if pressed.
9. Press desired cup size button: (8 oz./237 mL) or (10 oz./
296 mL). Desired cup size button will illuminate when coffee is
brewing.
10. Coffee Maker will shut off automatically when brewing is complete.
11. Unplug.
12. Pod Holder should be rinsed after every use.
NOTE: If Refill Water Light and selected cup size light are flashing,
refill Water Reservoir, then press flashing cup size button to finish
brewing.

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How to Brew Ground Coffee
wCAUTION Cut Hazard.
Piercing needle on underside of lid is sharp. Use caution when handling.
NOTES:
• If Lid is opened or any button was pressed to end brew cycle early,
discard contents of cup or travel mug and pod. Press desired cup size
button to restart brewing cycle.
• Use only cold water in Reservoir. Do not use hot water.
• Do not reheat coffee in machine.
• Do not use creamer or nondairy creamer in Reservoir.
• Do not use hot cocoa powder or mix in Brew Basket.
• If finer ground coffee is used, coffee may continue to drip after light
has gone off.
• Press desired cup size button again to stop brewing midcycle.
• If brew indicator lights flash three times, Lid is not closed. Lower Lid
until it clicks to lock. Press desired cup size button.
• Do not brew coffee without Brown Removable Brew Basket in place.
• If you have sediment from coffee, add a #1 paper cone coffee filter to
Brown Removable Brew Basket.
• Do not brew coffee before ensuring Removable Needle Holder arrow
icon ( ) is aligned with lock icon ( ) inside FlexBrew Lid.
wWARNING Burn Hazard.
If overflow occurs, unplug and allow coffee maker to cool.
To avoid hot coffee overflowing:
• Fully insert cup or travel mug on cup rest.
• To avoid overflow, keep ground coffee below MAX fill line.
• Do not lift lid during the brewing process.
• If brew cycle is stopped early, the coffee must be drained. Return
cup or travel mug to cup rest. Press desired cup size button. Failure
to drain the cup or travel mug can cause the next cup brewed to
overflow. Discard coffee.
1. Lift up Water Reservoir and remove
Lid. Add water to at least MIN fill line
(16 oz. [473 mL]) or MAX fill line (50 oz.
[1.48 L]). Replace Lid and place Water
Reservoir on to Coffee Maker.
2. Plug into outlet.
3. Lift Lid Latch until Lid stays in place.
4. Open Brew Basket Lid; then place
Brown Removable Brew Basket on
countertop.
5. Add ground coffee to Brown Removable
Brew Basket: Add maximum 3
tablespoons (15 g) ground coffee to
Brown Removable Brew Basket. Do not
fill above MAX Fill Line.
6. Close Brew Basket Lid. Place Brew
Basket in Funnel.
7. Close Lid and snap in place to latch Lid
closed.
8. Use Cup Rest for a cup/mug, or remove
Cup Rest for a travel mug.
9. Press Bold ( ) Button to change
strength to Bold, if desired.
10. Press desired cup size button:
(8 oz./237 mL), (10 oz./296 mL),
(12 oz./355 mL), or (14 oz./414 mL). Desired cup size button
will illuminate when coffee is brewing.
11. Coffee Maker will shut off automatically when brewing is complete.
12. Unplug.
13. Removable Brew Basket should be rinsed after every use.
NOTE: If Refill Water Light and selected cup size light are flashing,
refill Water Reservoir, then press flashing cup size button to finish
brewing.

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Care and Cleaning
wWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
Do not immerse cord, plug, or coffee maker in any liquid.
wWARNING Burn Hazard.
Failure to allow coffee maker to cool down may cause hot water or
coffee to spray from the piercing needle. Use caution when cleaning.
wCAUTION Cut Hazard.
Removable pod holder has a sharp needle. Piercing needle on
underside of lid also is sharp. Use caution when handling.
1. Remove Water Reservoir and discard water. Add 1 1/2 cups (355
mL) plain white vinegar to Reservoir and return to place.
2. Plug into outlet.
3. Place a 15 oz. (444 mL) or larger cup or travel mug on Cup Rest
to catch vinegar.
4. Press (10 oz./296 mL) cup size button. When vinegar starts
dispensing, press any cup size button again to stop brewing
and allow vinegar to clean. After 30 minutes, press any cup size
button and allow it to finish brew cycle. Empty Reservoir and fill
with cold water; run 2-3 additional cycles with water only. Unit is
cleaned and ready to brew coffee.
5. Unplug.
General Cleaning
1. Unplug and allow to cool.
2. Hand wash all removable parts in hot, soapy water. Rinse
and dry or wash in top rack only of dishwasher. DO NOT use
“SANITIZE” setting when washing in dishwasher. SANITIZE cycle
temperatures could damage your product.
3. Wipe outside of Coffee Maker with a soft damp cloth.
Clogged Needle
1. Unplug and allow to cool.
2. Remove Gray Removable Needle Holder
in Lid by turning counterclockwise from
locked icon ( ) to unlocked icon ( ).
3. Bend a small paper clip. Insert tip of
paper clip through hole of Piercing
Needle and up into shaft of Piercing
Needle to ensure grounds have been
removed.
4. To replace Gray Removable Needle
Holder, insert tab between lock icon
() and unlock icon ( ) and turn clockwise to lock.
All coffee makers should be cleaned at least once a month (once a
week for areas with hard water).
Routine Cleaning

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Troubleshooting
Coffee Maker will not brew/coffee not dispensing.
• Piercing Needle may be clogged. Always remove Gray Removable
Needle Holder. Clean Piercing Needle in Lid of Coffee Maker as
shown on page 7.
• Mineral deposits have formed. Clean Coffee Maker following
directions in Care and Cleaning section as shown on page 7.
• Too little water. Need 16 oz. (473 mL) or more.
Coffee tastes bad.
• Too much water was added or too much or too little ground coffee
was added. Change ratio of water to coffee grounds or use less
water with coffee pods.
• Poor coffee quality and freshness.
• Poor water quality. Use filtered or bottled water.
• Soft water causes poor coffee extraction, which leads to poor
tasting coffee. Use filtered, spring, or bottled water.
Coffee sediment in cup.
• Try a coarser grind of coffee, or add a #1 paper cone coffee filter
to Brown Removable Brew Basket. Make sure hinged Lid is closed
on Brown Removable Brew Basket.
Water on counter under unit.
• Overfilled Water Reservoir. Do not add more than 50 oz.
(1.48 L) of water.
Coffee overflows from travel mug or regular mug.
• Press any cup size button to manually stop brew cycle. Do not
touch travel mug or regular mug since it will be very hot. Let mug
cool before emptying. Press desired cup size button to start a new
brewing cycle.
Lights flashing:
• All cup size buttons flashing 3 times: Coffee Maker Lid is not closed
properly. Push Lid down to lock into place.
• Refill Water Light and selected cup size light flashing: Refill Water
Reservoir, then press flashing cup size button to finish brewing.
• 8 and Bold are flashing: Coffee Maker needs to be cleaned. See
page 7.
• 14 and Bold are flashing: Needle is clogged. Remove Gray
Removable Needle Holder and follow “Clogged Needle” instructions
on page 7.
Coffee overflows from Brew Basket.
• Rinse funnel area with Basket removed to clean out sugar from
previous hot cocoa brew.
• Use Removable Brew Basket with Lid for ground coffee.
• Use a lesser amount of ground coffee. 3 tablespoons (15 g) is
maximum amount of grounds to brew.
• When using whole bean coffee, a standard automatic drip coffee
grind will yield best results. Be careful not to overgrind, since very
finely ground coffee can cause overflow.
• Do not use soft water. Use filtered, spring, or bottled water.
Coffee pod bursts.
• There is variability in pod manufacturing process which causes
some types of pods to be weaker at seams so foil seal fails. Try a
different brand.
• If you are using softened water or live in an area where your tap
water is naturally soft, this can cause coffee pod issues and filter
basket overflows. Use filtered, spring, or bottled water.

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This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and
is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original
purchase in Canada and one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair
or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs
associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or
component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to
the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or
gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the
product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the
rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All
liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such
warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have
other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or
special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
To make warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please write Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., Customer Service
Department, 4421 Waterfront Dr., Glen Allen, VA 23060, or visit hamiltonbeach.com/customer-service in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca/
customer-service in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.
Limited Warranty

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PRÉCAUTIONS IMPORTANTES
1. Lire toutes les instructions.
2. Cet appareil n’est pas destiné à être utilisé par des
personnes (y compris les enfants) dont les capacités
physiques, sensorielles ou mentales sont réduites, ou
manquant d’expérience et de connaissance, sauf si elles
sont étroitement surveillées et instruites sur l’utilisation de
l’appareil par une personne responsable de leur sécurité.
3. Une surveillance étroite est requise pour tout appareil
utilisé par ou près des enfants. Le nettoyage et l’entretien
ne doit pas fait par des enfants à moins d’être sous
supervision. Surveiller que les enfants ne jouent pas avec
l’appareil.
4. Ne pas toucher aux surfaces chaudes. Utiliser les poignées
ou les boutons. Prendre toutes les précautions nécessaires
pour éviter les brûlures causées par les surfaces chaudes,
les déversements et le liquide chaud.
5. Pour protéger contre le choc électrique, ne pas placer le
cordon, la fiche ou la cafetière dans l’eau ou autre liquide.
6. Débrancher la cafetière de la prise de courant lorsqu’elle
n’est pas utilisée et avant le nettoyage Laisser refroidir la
cafetière avant d’installer ou de retirer des pièces et avant
de la nettoyer.
7. La cafetière doit fonctionner sur une surface plane, loin du
rebord de comptoir pour éviter le basculement accidentel.
8. L’utilisation de tout autre accessoire contre-indiqué par le
fabricant de l’appareil peut causer des blessures.
9. Ne pas faire fonctionner un appareil électroménager avec
un cordon ou une fiche endommagée, ou lorsque l’appareil
ne fonctionne pas bien ou a été échappé ou endommagé
d’une manière quelconque. Le remplacement et la
réparation du cordon d’alimentation doivent être faits par le
fabricant, son agent de service ou toute personne qualifiée
de façon à éviter tout danger. Veuillez communiquer
avec le service à la clientèle pour obtenir de l’information
concernant l’inspection, la réparation ou le réglage, comme
précisé dans la garantie limitée.
10. Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur.
11. Ne pas laisser pendre le cordon de la table ou du comptoir
et éviter tout contact entre le cordon et les surfaces
chaudes, incluant la cuisinière.
12. Ne pas placer la cafetière sur ou près d’un brûleur à gaz ou
électrique ou dans un four chaud.
13. Pour débrancher la cafetière, arrêter le cycle d’infusion
et retirer la fiche de la prise murale. Pour le débrancher,
tenir la fiche et la retirer de la prise. Ne jamais tirer sur le
cordon.
14. Des brûlures peuvent survenir si le couvercle est enlevé
durant le programme de chauffage.
15. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil électroménager à une fin autre
que celle prévue.
16. AVERTISSEMENT ! Pour éviter que de l’eau chaude ne
soit pulvérisée de l’aiguille de perçage, ne pas soulever le
couvercle pendant le processus d’infusion.
17. Ne pas mettre la cafetière dans une armoire lors de
l’utilisation.
Pour utiliser un appareil électroménager, vous devez toujours prendre des mesures élémentaires de sécurité pour réduire le risque
d’incendie, d’électrocution et/ou de blessure corporelle, en particulier les mesures suivantes :