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Important Cord Information
A short power supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. An extension cord may be used if care is properly exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of
the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension 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. Connect the power
supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
How to Use
To assure proper operation, read and follow instructions carefully. Before using for
the first time, wash the inside of the coffee maker, cover, and basket assembly (Fig.
A) with warm, soapy water; take care not to get the base or plug receptacle wet.
Rinse thoroughly.
CAUTION! To prevent electrical shock and damage to the coffee maker, do not
immerse coffee maker in water or other liquid. In addition, keep the plug receptacle
area dry. If you notice any moisture, dry thoroughly before use.
1. For perfect coffee every time, always fill your coffee maker with fresh, COLD
water. Fill to desired level (see fill level indicator inside the body on the handle
side of the unit). The numbers indicate the quantity of cups brewed.* Make at least
2 cups at a time to assure best flavor. IMPORTANT: When making consecutive
pots of coffee, always rinse out coffee maker with COLD water. Making coffee
in a warm unit may result in weak coffee.
2. For best clarity and flavor, use one of the disposable wraparound filters included. These filters can be found in the top filler of the
carton. Additional filters are available at grocery stores and online. Look for brands such as Brew Rite** wraparound-style coffee
filters and Melitta** wrap coffee filters.
3. Place the center hole of the filter over the basket stem (Fig. B).
4. Add coffee, either regular or percolator grind, to the basket. When adding coffee to the basket, place a finger over
the basket stem to prevent grounds from falling through. Then, fold corner holes of filter onto the basket stem to
cover the coffee. Tuck excess paper into the basket. The following suggested amounts of coffee can be adjusted
according to personal preference:
Cups of
Brew
Tablespoons
of Coffee
Cups of
Brew
Tablespoons
of Coffee
Cups of
Brew
Tablespoons
of Coffee
2 2 6 5–6 10 8–10
4 4–5 8 6–8 12 8–12
5. Cover the basket with the basket lid. Place the perk tube in the coffee maker perk well. (The perk well is the indented portion in the
center of the coffee maker base.) While holding the tube in place, slip the filled basket onto the perk tube. IMPORTANT: If the
perk tube is not seated properly in the perk well, the coffee maker will not make coffee or coffee will be weak.
6. Place the cover on the coffee maker and push it down firmly.
7. Connect the cord to the coffee maker and then to a standard 120VAC wall outlet. Never plug coffee maker in without water or liquid
coffee in it.
8. The signal light comes on automatically when coffee is ready. CAUTION! Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns. Do
not touch the coffee maker’s hot surfaces. While in use, coffee maker parts, coffee grounds, and coffee may be hot and scalding may
occur. Coffee stays hot as long as coffee maker is plugged in.
9. Disconnect the cord from the electrical outlet first and then from the coffee maker. CAUTION! Coffee maker parts, coffee grounds,
and remaining coffee may still be hot. To prevent burns, allow to cool before washing the unit.
If you think your perked coffee is weak (appears light in color and lacks flavor), check the following:
1. Use at least the minimum amount of coffee, as indicated in the table above, and make sure that an actual measuring tablespoon is
used to determine the correct amount.
2. The coffee maker needs to be cleaned (see detailed cleaning instructions on page 3, step 5). Accumulated sediment in the perk well
of a coffee maker will negatively affect the perking action.
*One cup is approximately 5 ounces brewed coffee.
**Brew Rite is a registered trademark of Rockline Industries Inc. Melitta is a registered trademark of Melitta Europa Gmbh Co Kg. Presto is not affiliated with these
companies.
Perk Tube
Signal Light
Basket
Basket Lid
Basket
Assembly
Cover Knob
Handle
Fig. A
Washer
Cord
Fig. B
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