Braun KF 9170 MultiServe Coffee Maker Instruction Manual

Braun KF 9170 MultiServe Coffee Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

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1. The 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 instructions concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
2. Always unplug the appliance 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.
3. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not put cords, plugs, or appliances in water or other liquids.
4. The use of attachments/accessories not sold or recommended by Braun may cause fire, electrical shock, or risk of injuries to persons.
5. Regularly inspect the power cord, power plug, and actual appliance for any damage. Do not operate if damaged in any way or after the appliance malfunctions. Immediately cease use of the appliance and call Braun Customer Service for examination, repair, or adjustment.
6. Do not use it outdoors or for anything other than its intended purpose.
7. Snap the lid securely onto the carafe before serving any coffee.
8. Scalding may occur if the reservoir cover is opened during the brewing cycle.
9. The glass carafe is designed for use with this appliance only. It must never be used on a range top or in a microwave oven.
10. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
11. Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
12. Do not clean the carafe or keep a warm plate with abrasive cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
13. Do not immerse in water.
14. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and buttons.
15. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch a hot surface.
16. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
17. Always fill the water reservoir first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, press the „On/Off“ button, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
18. Warning: Risk of fire or electric shock. Do not remove the base panel. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
19. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
20. Never open the reservoir cover during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket, since extremely hot water/coffee can spill out from the filter basket and cause injury. If water/coffee is not draining from the filter basket during the brewing cycle, unplug the unit and wait 10 minutes before opening the top cover and checking the filter basket.
21. We suggest you save all packing materials if future shipping of the machine is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from children.
22. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

• short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are not recommended but may be used if care is exercised. If an extension cord is used:
• the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of 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.

Both the design specifications and these user instructions are subject to change without notice. Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Disposal can take place at appropriate collection points provided in your country.

Control Panel

The display shows the following options:

1. Time of the day
2. Temperature (F/C)* – Hot water function
3. Freshness Indicator – Provides an indication of your coffee’s freshness based on the period since brewing started
4. Functions:
   Auto on: Use to program the start time of the brew cycle and activate the brew cycle.
   Set: Use to program the time of day and auto-on.
   Clock: Use to set/change the time of day.
   Over Ice: Use to brew over–ice coe.
   Light/Gold/Bold: Use to select the brew mode and start the brew cycle.
   Temp:* Use to select the water temperature (-/+) when heating up water. To change from F to C press + and – at the same time for a few seconds.
   Water:* Use to begin the hot water dispensing.
   Clean: Descaling indicator and use to activate the descaling process.
   On/Off button: Use to switch offŠ the unit.

Before first use

Please read the instructions carefully and completely before using the appliance.
Remove all packaging material and stickers from the appliance. Switch on the appliance. Set “time of day”, “water hardness level” and “altitude” (see explanation in dedicated paragraphs hereafter). Run the co…ee maker through a complete brew cycle without ground co…ee. Use a full carafe (10 cups) of fresh cold water. This will remove any dust from the manufacturing process or residues that have remained in the unit. During the setting process, the information displayed will be saved after 10  seconds.

Time of day
When the co…ee maker is first plugged in or when power is restored after an interruption, the display starts flashing 2:00 AM and you hear an acoustic signal.

1. Switch on and press and hold CLOCK for 2 seconds.
2. Press and hold SET to scroll through the hours. Release it once the desired hour is displayed.
3. To set the minutes, press CLOCK. The minutes start flashing.
4. Press and hold SET to scroll through the minutes. Release it once the desired minutes are displayed.
5. Press CLOCK again to save the desired time.

Water hardness level
Set the water hardness level on the coffee maker to the water hardness level for your local area.

1. Switch on the appliance and press and hold CLEAN for 2 seconds.
2. The default setting (h3) is flashing.
3. Press SET to scroll through the options (h1 = soft, h2 = normal, h3 = hard) and select the appropriate water hardness level.
4. Press CLEAN to save the hardness level

Altitude setting
To ensure your co…ee maker works properly at higher altitudes, enabling the altitude setting. This setting avoids that the co…ee maker develops steam rather than boiling at the standard boiling temperature (100°C/212°F).

1. Switch on the appliance. Press and hold SET for 2 seconds.
2. The default setting (A 1) is flashing.
3. Press SET to scroll through the following options:

Operation Instructions
Use of the charcoal water filter is optional, but strongly recommended. The filter eliminates chlorine, bad taste, and odors from tap water. The co…ee maker will operate normally without it. Replacement water filters can be purchased in stores, through the Braun website, or by calling Customer Service.

Troubleshooting guide

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