BLACK DECKER CM0915BKD 12-Cup Coffee Maker User Guide

BLACK DECKER CM0915BKD 12-Cup Coffee Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cords, plugs, or appliances in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Support at the toll-free number listed in the warranty section.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• To disconnect, turn any control off, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
• Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
• Keep the lid on the carafe when in use.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.
• The carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top.
• Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.

IMPORTANT WASH CARAFE BEFORE FIRST USE!

• Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
• Do not clean the carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.
•  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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated using an external timer or a separate remote-control system.

This product is for household use only.

POLARIZED PLUG (120V Models Only)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

Warning:
This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and
3. 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.

Note:
If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed in these instructions.

How to Use

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and plastic bands around the power plug.
• Wash removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING.
• Open the cover and insert the basket-type paper filter into the removable filter basket.
• Pour fresh cold water up to 12 cups (MAX) into the water reservoir.
• Brew water through appliances following BREWING COFFEE instructions without coffee grounds.
• Discard water from the carafe and paper filter.
• Turn off the coffeemaker, unplug it, and allow it to cool down.

BREWING COFFEE

1. Lift cover. Use water markings on the water window to fill the water reservoir with water to your desired level.
2. Place a basket-type paper filter into the filter basket. Add ground coffee, (we recommend a heaping tablespoon for every cup). Close the cover.
3. Place the carafe on the “Keep Hot” carafe plate and plug in the unit.
4. Toggle the on/off (I/O) switch to turn on (I) the coffeemaker.
5. Replace the carafe on the “Keep Hot” carafe plate when not serving to keep coffee hot.
6. Toggle the on/off (I/O) switch to turn off (O) the coffeemaker.

SNEAK-A-CUP® FEATURE
Remove the carafe and brewing is paused. The carafe must be placed back on the “Keep Hot” carafe plate in 30 seconds to prevent overflow. Brewing begins again.

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel. Make sure your coffeemaker is unplugged and cool.

1. Remove the filter basket. Discard the used paper filter and coffee grounds.
2. Wash the filter basket, carafe, and carafe lid in the dishwasher (top rack) or by hand in hot water with dish soap.
3. Wipe the outside of the coffeemaker and carafe plate with a soft, damp cloth.
   Note:
   Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads. Never immerse the coffeemaker in water.
4. To clean the inside of the cover, open the cover and leave it in the open position; wipe with a damp cloth.

CLEANING WITH VINEGAR
Note:
With regular use, minerals and hard water can clog your coffeemaker. A full cleaning with vinegar is recommended once a month.

1. Pour white vinegar into the water reservoir up to the 6-cup mark on the water window. Add cold water up to the 12-cup mark.
2. Put a paper filter in the filter basket and close the cover. Set the empty carafe on the carafe plate.
3. Turn the coffeemaker on. Let half the cleaning mixture brew into a carafe (until the level is around 6). Turn off the coffeemaker and let it soak for at least 15 minutes.
4. Turn the coffeemaker on again and brew the remaining cleaning mixture into the carafe. Turn the coffeemaker off; empty the carafe and discard the paper filter.
5. Fill the reservoir with cold water to the 12-cup line; replace the carafe on the carafe plate and then turn the coffeemaker on for a complete brewing cycle to flush out the remaining cleaning mixture. You may want to repeat this step to completely remove the vinegar smell/taste.
6. Wash filter basket and carafe as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING.

Need Help?
For service, repair, or any questions regarding your appliance, please call our Customer Service Line at 1-800-465-6070. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail the product back to the manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this pamphlet.

Warranty Information
(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does your warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect
• Products that have been modified in any way
• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase
• Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

Are there additional warranty exclusions?

This warranty shall not be valid where it is contrary to U.S. and other applicable laws, or where the warranty would be prohibited under any economic sanctions, export control laws, embargos, or other restrictive trade measures enforced by the United States or other applicable jurisdictions. This includes, without limitation, any warranty claims implicating parties from, or otherwise located in, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the disputed Crimea region.

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