Hamilton Beach Percolator User manual

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Percolator
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USA: 1-800-851-8900
Canada : 1-800-267-2826

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This appliance intended for household use only.
This appliance is equipped with a grounded-type 3-wire cord
(3-prong plug). This type of plug will only fit into an electrical outlet
made for a 3-prong plug. This is a safety feature intended to help
reduce the risk of electrical shock. If the plug should fail to fit,
contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the grounding pin
by modifying the plug in any way.
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 percolator. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the counter-
top 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 your percolator.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the
percolator in water.
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. Care must be
taken, as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from
spilled, hot liquid.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do
not place cord, plug or percolator in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when the percolator is not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning the appliance.
6. Percolator must be operated on a flat surface away from the
edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Call our toll-free customer assistance number for
information on examination, repair, or mechanical adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electrical shock or
injury to persons.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including stove.
11. Be certain cover is securely in place during perk cycle and when
serving coffee. Scalding may occur if cover is removed during
perk cycle.
12. Do not place percolator on or near a hot gas or electric burner
or in a heated oven.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into wall
outlet. To disconnect percolator, remove plug from wall outlet,
then unplug from percolator.
14. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
remove the bottom cover. No user serviceable parts are inside.
Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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To Make Coffee (cont.)
3. Measure percolator-type ground coffee into basket. Avoid
getting coffee grounds in the stem. Refer to the Coffee
Making Chart that follows. Spread coffee evenly in basket.
Place spreader on basket.
4. Place lid onto percolator until it snaps closed. Scalding
may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing
cycle.
5. Plug cord into the percolator then plug the cord into
electrical outlet. The unit automatically turns on.
6. The percolator will stop automatically when the coffee has
finished brewing, and the Ready light will glow. Allow about
1 minute per cup for brewing time.
7. The percolator will remain at serving temperature until it is
unplugged.
8. When finished serving coffee, unplug the percolator from
the electrical outlet. Then remove cord from the percolator.
Parts and Features
1. Lid
2. Spreader
3. Basket
4. Heating Well
5. Ready Light
6. Stem
7. Detachable Cord
To Make Coffee
Before First Use: Clean the percolator by following the steps
in “How To Clean.”
1. To make coffee, remove lid, spreader, basket, and stem.
Fill with cold water to desired level as indicated by num-
bered servings on inside of percolator.
2. Wet basket interior to keep small coffee grounds from sifting
through basket. Place basket on stem. Hold top of stem and
place stem and basket into heating unit well.
IF THE STEM IS NOT SEATED PROPERLY IN THE
HEATING WELL, THE PERCOLATOR WILL NOT PERK.
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Water Level
12 cups
10 cups
8 cups
6 cups
4 cups
2 cups
Coffee Making Chart
Amount of Ground Coffee
8 to 12 tablespoons
8 to 10 tablespoons
6 to 8 tablespoons
5 to 6 tablespoons
4 to 5 tablespoons
3 tablespoons

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How to Clean (cont.)
3. Rinse all parts thoroughly and dry.
Store with cover off.
NOTE: Make sure the washer at bot-
tom of stem remains loose. If coffee
grounds lodge in this area, remove
them under running water or with a
wooden pick then rinse and dry.
4. Fill the percolator half-full with hot
water. Add a drop of liquid dishwash-
ing detergent and wash the inside of the percolator. Use a
sponge and clean the inside of the heating unit well. This
part must be properly cleaned to maintain the proper opera-
tion of the percolator. Do not immerse percolator in water.
5. Drain the soapy water then fill the percolator with hot water
to rinse. Pour soapy water through spout to clean the
spout. Repeat with another hot water rinse. Dry.
6. Clean outside of percolator with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive scouring pads or cleansers.
NOTE: We recommend using coffee that has been ground
specifically for use in a percolator-type coffee maker.
Although, coffee marked “For All Coffee Makers” is accept-
able. If using a coffee grinder and whole beans, percolator
coffee should be a coarse grind. A finely ground coffee may
cause the coffee basket to overflow.
To Heat Water
Use heated water to make instant coffee, hot cocoa, or tea.
1. To heat water, remove cover, basket and stem. Fill
percolator with cold water to desired level as indicated by
numbered servings on inside of percolator or water window.
2. Place basket on stem. Hold top of stem and place stem
and basket into heating unit well.(Using the stem and bas-
ket will speed heating time.) Place spreader on basket.
3. Place lid on percolator until it snaps closed. Plug in
percolator and let go through complete perk cycle. Water
is hot when Ready light glows.
How to Clean
1. After each use, unplug cord from outlet then remove cord
from the percolator. Let cool before cleaning.
2. Remove lid, basket, spreader, and stem. Wash these in
hot, soapy water. (These parts can also be placed in
dishwasher.) Do not put percolator in dishwasher.
Washer
Stem
To Remove Mineral Deposits and
Build-Up
If the percolator is used daily follow these instructions every
other week. Fill the percolator with 6 cups cold water and
6 cups white vinegar. Assemble with stem, basket, spreader,
and lid.
Plug in and let go through the perk cycle. When perking has
stopped let sit another 15 minutes. Unplug and drain the
percolator. Let cool then clean according to “How To Clean.”

LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of two (2) years for Hamilton Beach Portfolio products or one (1) year for
Hamilton Beach products from the date of original purchase, except as noted below.
During this period, we will repair or replace this product, at our option, at no cost. THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS
EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND
ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE
HEREBY EXCLUDED. There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be
supplied with this product: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or
agitators. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not
cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or
any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state, or
province to province. 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.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE
STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please
have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
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Customer Service
If you have a question about your percolator, call our toll-free
customer service number. Before calling, please note the model,
type, and series numbers and fill in that information below. These
numbers can be found on the bottom of your percolator. This
information will help us answer your question much more quickly.
MODEL:_____________ TYPE:_____________ SERIES: _____________