Instant 140-6017-01 User manual

INSTANT®COLD BREWER
USER MANUAL

to your new Instant®Cold Brewer!
Skip the line at your local coffee shop. The Instant Cold Brewer with
FlashExtract™technology lets you make delicious, never-heated, true
cold brew in under 20 minutes!
Get started with your new Cold Brewer!
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Welcome
Before using your Instant Cold Brewer, read all instructions, including
the Safety and Warranty document. Failure to follow the safeguards
and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Instant®Cold Brewer
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle
everything that can be recycled where you live. Be sure to keep this
User Manual for reference.
Glass pitcher
Brew basket
Brew basket bottom cap
Control panel
Power base
Handle
Coffee scoop
Power switch (rear)
Lid

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BEFORE YOU BREW
Initial setup
1. Remove the Instant®Cold Brewer from the box.
2. Discard excess packaging materials around and within the unit.
3. Ensure the brew basket’s bottom cap is securely fastened to
the basket.
You can unscrew the bottom cap to dispose of grounds and prior to cleaning.
4. Remove the pitcher lid.
5. Place brew basket through the handle housing, into the
glass pitcher.
6. Place the Instant Cold Brewer power base on a dry, stable surface.
7. Place glass pitcher with brew basket onto power base.
Clean before use
The glass pitcher and handle, lid and brew basket are all dishwasher
safe. You can also handwash these pieces using soap and rinsing with
warm water.
1. Remove lid from glass pitcher.
2. Use the brew basket handle to lift the brew basket from glass pitcher.
3. Unscrew the bottom cap of the brew basket.
4. Wash the pieces by hand or placing them onto the top rack of
a dishwasher.
5. Ensure all pieces are sufficiently dried prior to reassembly
and brewing.
6. While unplugged, use a damp cloth to wipe down the power base
and control panel.
DO NOT place power base into dishwasher or submerge power base
in water.

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YOUR INSTANT®COLD BREWER
Control panel
The control panel uses flat-touch buttons. To operate, touch lightly
without pressing too hard.
Plugging in your Instant Cold Brewer
Once you’ve followed the Initial Setup instructions on page 6, plug the
power base into an outlet. The Cold Brewer should power up. If the
display does not power on, flip the switch at the back of the power base.
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the display will dim.
Cancel
Time display
Decrease time
Start
Increase time

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COLD BREWING
True cold brew
Traditional cold brewing takes up to 24 hours. The Instant Cold Brewer’s
FlashExtract™technology delivers delicious, never-heated, café-quality
cold brew or iced tea in under 30 minutes.
Recommended brewing for coffee
We recommend using medium-ground coffee and a 14:1 water-to-coffee
ratio. Depending on the size of the grind, the brew basket can hold
up to 70 grams of coffee. Adjust coffee to water ratio as well grind
consistency to taste. Scoop measurements are for the included scoop.
DO NOT use fine grind coffee grounds.
Servings Coffee Water Time
2 3.5 scoops/18 tsp/34 grams 16 oz 15 minutes
4 7 scoops/36 tsp/67 grams 32 oz 20 minutes
For delicious coffee
By brewing combining FlashExtract™technology with overnight brewing
delivers delicious cold brew. After the initial brew on the power base,
store the pitcher with brew basket inserted into the fridge.
Servings Coffee Water Time
4 7 scoops/36 tsp/67 grams 32 oz 5 minutes on power base
12-16 hours in fridge
For bolder cold brew
The Instant®Cold Brewer allows for a maximum brew time of 30 minutes.
Increase the amount of ground coffee and brew time to create a bolder
cup of coffee.
Brewing iced tea
The Instant Cold Brewer can brew iced tea using loose tea leaves
(not tea in bags). The brew basket can hold up to 6 teaspoons (2
tablespoons) of loose tea leaves.
DO NOT use tea bags or loose teas containing large leaves, stems or dried fruits.

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Servings Loose tea Water Time
2 1/2 scoop/2-3 tsp 16 oz 20 minutes
4 1 scoop/5-6 tsp 32 oz 20 minutes
For stronger iced tea
The Instant®Cold Brewer allows for a maximum brew time of 30 minutes.
Increase the amount of brew time to create stronger iced tea. Some tea
varietals take more time to brew than others; green tea and chamomile
are likely to take longer to brew.
How to cold brew
Prep
1. Plug in and turn on the Instant Cold Brewer.
2. Fill glass pitcher with water. Place glass pitcher onto power base.
3. Fill brew basket with coffee grounds or tea leaves.
DO NOT overfill the brew basket. Ensure bottom cap is fastened to brew
basket before filling and brewing.
Brew
1. Place the loaded brew basket into the glass pitcher, through the
handle housing.
2. Place lid onto the glass pitcher.
Turn the lid to the closed position, ensuring pour spout is closed.
3. Use the +and –button on the Flat-Touch panel to set brewing time.
You can press and hold the ‘+’ button to add time in 5 minute increments.
For stronger coffee, you can increase brew time at any time.
4. Press the Start button to begin brewing.
Cancel brewing anytime by pressing the X on the Flat-Touch control panel.
5. When the timer reaches 00, brewing is complete.
6. Remove lid and the brewing basket.
7. Unscrew brew basket bottom to discard coffee grounds or tea leaves.
8. Place lid back onto glass pitcher. Turn lid to open pour spout to serve.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Display shows E1 Agitator at bottom
of brew basket is
jammed; this can be
caused by overfilling
with coffee grounds or
loose tea, tea leaves
that are too large, or
tea ingredients such
as stems or dried fruit.
• Remove brew basket from
pitcher, then remove coffee
grounds or loose tea leaves,
refill and do not overfill
brew basket
Loud noise
when brewing
Brew basket is not
properly in place
• Cancel brewing program,
remove lid and lift the brew
basket. Reseat basket through
lid, centering the brew basket
over the power base
Less water than
initially used
Water trapped in brew
basket
• Remove and slightly tilt
the brew basket to drain
trapped water
Brewer stops
after a few
seconds
Pitcher not placed
on power base or
brew basket not fully
assembled
• Ensure bottom cap of brew
basket is fully assembled, brew
basket is fully seated through
the lid, and the pitcher is
properly placed on power base

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CARE, CLEANING, STORAGE
Clean your Instant®Cold Brewer regularly to ensure the best possible
flavor and to prevent mineral deposits from building up in the unit.
Always unplug the power base before cleaning. Never use metal
scouring pads, abrasive powders, or harsh chemical detergents on any
of the cold brewer’s parts.
Let all parts dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.
Part/Accessory Cleaning methods and instructions
Glass pitcher • Handwash or place on top rack of dishwasher.
Lid • Handwash or place on top rack of dishwasher.
Brew basket • Handwash or place on top rack of dishwasher.
Coffee Scoop • Handwash or place on top rack of dishwasher.
Flat-Touch control panel
and power base
• While unplugged, use a damp cloth to wipe
down control panel.
Power cord • DO NOT fold power cord when storing.
Be careful: The power base contains electrical components.
To avoid fire, electric shock, personal injury, and/or property damage:
• DO NOT rinse or immerse the power base, power cord, or the plug
into water or other liquids.
• Any other servicing should be performed by a qualified
service technician.

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LEARN MORE
There’s a whole world of Instant®Cold Brewer information and help just
waiting for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.
Register your product
Instanthome.com/register
Contact Consumer Care
In the Instant Brands Connect App
Instanthome.com/customer-care-center
[e-mail]
Instant Brands®Connect App
Instanthome.com
iOS and Android app stores
Replacement parts and accessories
Instanthome.com
Join the community

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Product specifications
Model Volume Wattage Power Weight Dimensions
CBCM-
1000
32oz / 946 mL
glass pitcher
15 W 120V /
60Hz
2.5 lb
1.13 kg
in: 6.7 L x 7.9 W x 9.8 H
cm: 17 L x 20 W x 24.9 H