Russell Hobbs 15215 User manual

instructions

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the coffee maker on.
Remove all packaging, but keep it till you know the coffee maker works.
important safeguards
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 The coffee maker must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible
adult. Use and store it out of reach of children.
2 Don’t put the coffee maker in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near a
source of water, or outdoors.
3 Sit the coffee maker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
4 The scald hazard lasts long after boiling. Keep the coffee maker and cable away
from the edges of worktops.
5 Steam will collect under the lid. To avoid the risk of scalding, don’t open the lid till
the coffee maker has cooled.
6 Check that the lid is properly closed before using the coffee maker.
7 Take care when pouring – don’t over-tilt the carafe.
Don’t touch hot surfaces e.g. carafe or hotplate. Use the handle and grip.
9 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang and can’t be caught or tripped over
accidentally.
10 Unplug the coffee maker when not in use, before moving or cleaning. Let it cool
down before cleaning and storing away.
11 Fill the coffee maker from a jug or the carafe, not directly from the tap.
12 Don’t fill the coffee maker above the max mark.
13 Put the carafe on the hotplate before brewing.
14 To stop the coffee maker, press 0. The light in the switch will go out.
15 Before adding water, or reusing the coffee maker, let it cool for 10 minutes, to avoid
spitting.
16 Don’t use the coffee maker for any purpose other than those described in these
instructions.
17 Don’t put the carafe in a microwave oven.
18 Don’t try to reposition the carafe handle. You risk breaking the glass.
19 Keep the coffee maker, carafe, and cable away from hotplates, hobs, and burners.
20 Don’t use accessories unless we provide them.
21 Don’t connect the coffee maker to an external timer or remote control system.
22 Don’t use the coffee maker if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
23 If the cable or plug is damaged, return the coffee maker, to avoid hazard.
household use only
before using for the first time
Fill the reservoir to the max mark with water, and run the coffee maker without coffee.
When it’s finished, discard the hot water and clean the coffee maker.
positioning
1 Sit the coffee maker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
2 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.
3 Don’t plug it in yet.

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water fill
4 Use the carafe to fill the reservoir, to avoid overfilling.
5 Remove the carafe from the hotplate.
6 Pull the lever back towards the handle, to open the carafe.
7 Use the grip to open the coffee maker lid, to expose the reservoir, the filter holder,
and the filter.
8 Fill the reservoir with at least 2 cups of water, but not above the max mark. If you
overfill, excess water will escape from the overflow at the rear of the coffee maker.
9 Close the carafe lid, and sit the carafe on the hotplate.
coffee fill
10 Put filter-ground coffee into the filter. The amount will vary with the type of coffee
and individual taste, but we suggest starting with one scoop per cup of water.
11 Use the grip to close the coffee maker lid.
brew strength
12 Turn the brew strength control (on top of the lid) anti-clockwise to darken the brew,
clockwise to lighten the brew.
13 To lighten the brew, the strength control diverts some of the water past the coffee
grounds.
power up
14 Check that the coffee maker is switched off (press 0).
15 Plug the coffee maker into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).
16 Press 1– the switch will glow, and a few seconds later, coffee will start to drip into
the carafe.
a quick cup
17 You may remove the carafe to pour coffee while it’s brewing – the non-drip valve
will stop coffee dripping on to the hotplate.
18 To avoid overflowing, replace the carafe within 30 seconds – this may not sound
much, but its more than enough time to pour a couple of cups.
done
19 After brewing, the hotplate will stay on, to keep your coffee hot.
20 If left for much more than an hour, chemical changes in the coffee liquor start to
affect the flavour, so it’s best to pour it away and make a fresh pot.
pouring
21 To pour, remove the carafe from the hotplate, and pour from the spout.
22 Replace the carafe on the hotplate to keep your coffee hot.
23 You may notice some resistance when you replace the carafe – this is caused by the
top of the carafe pushing against the non-drip valve.
finished?
24 When the carafe is empty, press 0to switch the coffee maker off.
25 Unplug the coffee maker and let it cool down fully before cleaning, or for 10 minutes
before refilling.
caution beware of steam when you open the lid

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ground coffee
26 If you want to buy ready-ground coffee, medium-ground filter coffee will give the
best results. The amount will vary with the type of coffee and individual taste. We
suggest starting with two rounded teaspoons of medium-ground coffee per cup.
storing coffee
27 Coffee is best kept in an airtight container in a cool dry place, or in the fridge.
Exposure to air oxidises coffee and allows the flavour to evaporate.
milk
28 There’s a great deal of contention on the subject of milk in coffee. Our view is that
personal taste should rule, not convention. If you like milk in your coffee, use warm
or hot milk, to avoid overcooling the coffee. To extract maximum flavour from the
coffee, it should be cool enough not to scald or burn the mouth, but hot enough to
let the flavour fill the mouth, nose and sinuses, not just the taste buds.
bottled water
29 If you use bottled water, check that there are no added ingredients, flavourings, etc.
and use still water, not sparkling. The carbon dioxide that gives the sparkle will
affect the flavour of your coffee.
taste
30 Don’t be tempted to reheat coffee in the coffee maker. You’ll damage the coffee
maker and the coffee will be undrinkable.
31 Clean the filter holder, filter, and carafe after each use. Residue from a previous brew
will spoil your coffee.
care and maintenance
31 Switch the coffee maker off (0), unplug it (switch the socket off first, if it’s switchable),
and let it cool down fully.
32 Use the grip to open the lid.
33 Use the filter handle to lift out the filter, then tip the used coffee grounds into the
bin.
34 Don’t flush coffee grounds down the sink. They’ll build up and cause a blockage.
35 Use the tab on the filter holder to lift the filter holder out of the coffee maker.
36 Wipe the outer surfaces of the coffee maker with a damp cloth.
37 Wash the filter, filter holder and carafe in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly and
dry.
38 Turn the filter to bring the recess on the side of the filter to the front, and replace it
in the filter holder.
39 Align the tab on the side of the filter holder with the slot inside the top of the coffee
maker.
40 Use the grip to close the coffee maker lid.
4` Replace the carafe on the hotplate.
41 Don’t wash any part in a dishwasher.
42 Don’t put the coffee maker in any liquid.
47 Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents.

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descale regularly – even in soft water areas
48 Limescale may be white, coloured, even rusty-looking, but it’s normally visible.
49 Phosphate scale isn’t generally visible, but it’s there, even in soft water areas.
50 All scale causes overheating, and reduces the life of the coffee maker.
51 So, even with soft water, descale regularly, to help keep your coffee maker in
working order.
52 Use a proprietary brand of descaler suitable for use in plastic-bodied products
53 Follow the instructions on the package of descaler.
54 When descaling has finished, empty the carafe and operate the coffee maker twice
more with fresh water, but without coffee.
55 Discard the water, to ensure that no chemical residues are left in the coffee maker.
,Products returned under guarantee with faults due to scale will be subject to a
repair charge.

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connection
The product must be earthed. It has a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS1363
plug. To replace the plug, fit the green/yellow wire to Eor E, the blue wire
to N, and the brown wire to L. Fit the cord grip. If in doubt, call an
electrician. Don’t use a non-rewireable plug unless the fuse cover is in
place. If you remove the plug, dispose of it.
wheelie bin symbol
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic goods, appliances marked with this symbol mustn’t be
disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but recovered, reused, or recycled.
service
If you ring Customer Service, please have the Model No. to hand, as we won’t be able
to help you without it. It’s on the rating plate (usually underneath the product).
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it’s not working, read the instructions, check the
plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it’s still not working, consult your retailer.
If that doesn’t solve the problem – ring Customer Service – they may be able to offer
technical advice.
If they advise you to return the product to us, pack it carefully, include a note with your
name, address, day phone number, and what’s wrong. If under guarantee, say where
and when purchased, and include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to:
Customer Service, Salton Europe Ltd, Failsworth, Manchester M35 0HS
email: serv[email protected]
telephone: [phone] (local rate number)
guarantee
Defects affecting product functionality appearing within one year of purchase will be
corrected by replacement or repair provided the product is used and maintained in
accordance with the instructions. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Documentation, packaging, and product specifications may change without notice.
online
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