KitchenAid KCM1208 User manual

Coffee Maker
KCM1208

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PARTS AND FEATURES
NOTE: Default measurement for 1 cup = approximately 5 oz (147 ml).
1Water Tank Lid
2Water Tank Handle
3Water Tank
4Cord Storage in Base (not shown)
5Brew/Cancel Button
6Warming Plate
7Glass Carafe
8Carafe Handle
9Carafe Lid
10 Brew Basket
11 Gold Tone Filter
12 Dosage Ladder
13 Showerhead
14 Brew Basket Lid
15 Auto Icon
16 A.M./P.M. Indicator
17 Remaining Keep Warm Time Icon
18 Control Panel
19 Clean Icon
20 Bold Icon
21 Brew Icon
22 Clock
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Auto Set
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Brew/Cancel
Brew/Cancel
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Auto Set
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Brew/Cancel
Auto Set
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Brew/Cancel
Auto Set
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Brew/Cancel
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PRODUCT SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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.
3. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the
manufacturer at their customer service telephone number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
4. To protect against re, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse
appliance in water or other liquid.
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. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
7. Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
8. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
9. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause re,
electrical shock, or injury.
10. 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
11. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Do not use appliance without lid properly placed on carafe.
14. The carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a
range top or in a microwave oven.

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PRODUCT SAFETY
15. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
16. To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
17. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.
18. Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.
19. Do not clean carafe with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pads, or other abrasive
material.
20. Do not ll the water tank above the marked maximum ll line.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is designed for household use only.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Voltage: 120 VAC
Frequency: 60 Hz
Wattage: 1100 W
NOTE: If the plug does not fit in the outlet,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not
modify the plug in any way. Do not use an
adapter.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician to install an
outlet near the appliance.
The cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.

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GETTING STARTED
SETTING THE CLOCK
NOTE: When the Coffee Maker is first
plugged in or when power is restored
after an interruption, the display will
initially show 12:00 AM.
PM
x
AM
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
PM
x
AM
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
To set the hour: Press Hour.
The hour digits will change with each
press; or press and hold to scroll rapidly.
To set the minutes: Press Minute.
The minutes digits will change with each
press; or press and hold to scroll rapidly.
To save the current displayed time and exit
clock setup: Press any other button or do
not press any button for 10 seconds.
Cord is stored in base. If needed, gently
pull cord outwards. Plug into a grounded 3
prong outlet.
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PRODUCT USAGE
SETTING THE BREW STRENGTH
NOTE: Regular is the default setting.
TIP: While brewing small batches (2-4 cups),
using the “Bold Setting” is recommended.
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
1
To switch between Regular and Bold brew
strengths: Press the Bold button.
FILLING WATER FOR BREWING
TIP: Brew 2 Carafe of fresh, cool water and discard before brewing the first Carafe of
coffee.
Pour fresh water in the Water Tank.
Use the level markings. Then, close the lid
properly.
Lift the Water Tank up gently. Pour fresh
water in the Water Tank. Place the Water
Tank back in position properly.
AM
Auto Set
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Brew/Cancel
Brew/Cancel
Place the Carafe in the Coffee Maker.
Make sure the Carafe lid is in place and
bottom of the Carafe is fully seated.
NOTE: Fill the Water Tank with only the amount of water needed to brew your desired
number of cups. If you put in 12 cups of water, the Coffee Maker will brew all 12 cups.
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PRODUCT USAGE
IMPORTANT: Do not use both types of filters at the same time.
Using both filters might cause water and coffee to overflow the Brew Basket.
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
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Raise the Brew Basket lid and remove the
Brew Basket. Insert the Gold Tone permanent lter or
cone paper lter into the Brew Basket.
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ASSEMBLY OF BREW BASKET
TIP: The coffee filter can also be inserted and coffee grounds added with or without
removing the Brew Basket from the Coffee Maker.
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Brew/Cancel
Auto 12
AM
PM
Clean
Minute
Place the basket into the Coffee Maker
aligning with the slot. Be sure the brew
basket lid is fully closed before brewing.
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Gold tone permanent lter: Add coffee
grounds. Use the “Dosage Ladder”.
For example: If you need 12 cups of Brew
Coffee, then add coffee grounds till 12
cups scale level.
Cone paper coffee lter: Add desired
coffee grounds. Use the “coffee dosage
chart” on the back of the Water Tank as a
guide for how much coffee grounds to use.
Pre-wetting the paper is not required.
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NOTE: Use a medium grind appropriate
for automatic Drip Coffee Makers. Too fine
grind will produce bitterness and may clog
the coffee filter.
NOTE: Do not operate the Coffee Maker
without the brew basket in place.
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NOTE: Default standard brewing cycle time for a full Carafe (12 cups) is approximately
10-minutes.
PROGRAMMING THE AUTO SET FEATURE
IMPORTANT: Set the correct time as per the instructions in “Setting the clock” before
using the Auto Set feature.
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Auto
AM
PM
x
Auto
AM
PM
x
Press the Auto Set button one time.
The Auto indicator light will ash and the
time display will change to the currently set
Auto Set time (12:00 A.M. is the default
time).
To set the time the Coffee Maker should
begin brewing: Press the Hour button. The
hour digits will change with each press; or
press and hold to scroll rapidly.
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Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Next, press the Minute button. The hour
setting will stay solid and the minute
setting will begin to blink.
To save the Auto set time and exit set-up:
Press any other button or do not press any
button for 10 seconds. The Auto indicator
will remain lit and the time display will go
back to the current time.
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TIP: To cancel the Auto Set time after programming is complete: Press Auto Set button
again; or press the Brew/Cancel button.
These steps can be followed to save the Auto Set time after following the steps in the
“Programming the Auto Set feature” section.
USING THE PREVIOUSLY PROGRAMMED AUTO SET TIME
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Press the Auto Set button. The Auto
indicator will ash and the time display will
show the previously set Auto time.
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Auto
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
To save the current displayed time and exit
Auto Set: Wait for 10 seconds, or press
any button. The Auto indicator will remain
lit and the time display will go back to the
current time.
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PRODUCT USAGE
NOTE: When the Coffee Maker is first plugged in or when power is restored after an
interruption, the display will initially show 12:00 A.M.

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BREWING COFFEE
Auto12
AM
xx
AutoSet
Brew/Cancel
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
AM
PM
x
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Press any of the Brew/Cancel buttons
provided on side or on front to begin
brewing coffee.
Auto 12
AM
x
AutoSet
Brew/Cancel
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
The Coffee Maker will beep 3 times when
the Brew cycle is complete.
Then, 2-hour Warm mode will start.
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TIP: Opening the Brew Basket while
coffee is brewing will interrupt the brew
process and impair the flavor.
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x
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
After Warm mode end, the Coffee Maker
will automatically turn off.
To Cancel Brew cycle or Warm mode, press
the Brew/Cancel button once.
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PAUSE AND POUR FEATURE
The “Pause and pour” feature enables you to remove the Carafe and pour a cup of coffee
before brewing is nished. When the Carafe is removed, a special valve stops the ow of
coffee from the Brew Basket. However, brewing does not stop.
Make sure to place the Carafe back in the place within 25 seconds to avoid the overow of
the water and coffee grounds from the Brew Basket.
TIP: Brew 2 pots of fresh, cool water and discard before brewing the first pot of coffee.
NOTE: Default Standard Brewing cycle time for a full pot (12 cups) is approximately
10-minutes.
IMPORTANT: Allow the Coffee Maker to cool for 5 minutes before starting next brew
cycle.

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REMOVING MINERAL DEPOSITS WITH VINEGAR
Mineral deposits (scale) from water will build up in the Coffee Maker over the time and impair
brewing efciency and coffee quality. The “Clean icon” will ash in display after completing
100 brew cycles. Then, it is time to descale the Coffee Maker.
CARE AND CLEANING
Auto12
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Auto
HMin
Dishwasher-safe parts, top rack only:
Brew Basket and Gold Tone Permanent
lter.
Wipe the Showerhead with a damp cloth
to remove any coffee splashes.
Wash by hand in warm and soapy water.
Dry thoroughly: Carafe and Water Tank.
NOTE: Unplug and allow the Coffee Maker to cool down before cleaning.
Auto12
x
x
Auto
H M
Auto12
AM
xx
AutoSet
Brew/Cancel
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto12
AM
xx
utoSet
rew/Cancel
Clean
Minute
Empty the Brew Basket. Fill the Water Tank with 6 cup vinegar and
6 cup cool water.
Cool water
Vinegar
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Press the Clean button. Then, press
the Brew/Cancel button to begin the
Clean cycle. After the Clean cycle ends
(approximately 30 minutes), 3 beeps will
sound, and the “Clean icon” will turn off.
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x
Auto 12
AM
PM
x
x
Hour
Bold Clean
Minute
Auto Set
Brew/Cancel
Run 2-3 fresh, cool water-only cycles after
the Clean cycle is complete.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Solution
If the display is not illuminated: Plug into a grounded outlet. If you have a circuit breaker
box, make sure the circuit is closed.
If only a portion of the water
added to the Coffee Maker
actually brews:
The Coffee Maker requires immediate descaling. Please
refer to the “Care and cleaning” section.
If you hear 3 rapid tones: There is no water in the Water Tank. See the “Filling
water for brewing” section.
If “Er1” ashes on the display
and you hear 1 tone:
A button may be jammed. Unplug and press each button
several times. Plug the Coffee Maker. If “Er1” appears
again on the display, repeat this procedure.
If coffee overows the Brew
Basket:
The Brew Basket is not correctly in place. See the
“Assembly Of Brew Basket” section.
Too much coffee ground was placed into the Brew Basket.
Used both Gold tone lter and paper lter together.
If water exits from the back of
the Coffee Maker: Too much water was poured into the Water Tank.
If the problem is not due to one
of the above items:
See the “Arranging for Service” chapter in the “Warranty
and Service” section. Do not return the Espresso Machine
to the retailer as they do not provide service.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.