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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:
❑ Read all instructions.
❑ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle or knobs.
❑ To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug or appliance in
water or other liquids.
❑ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
❑ 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.
❑ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number on the cover of this
manual.
❑ The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance may
cause injuries.
❑ Do not use outdoors.
❑ Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, touch with hot
surfaces.
❑ Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
❑ To disconnect, turn any control to OFF then remove plug from wall outlet.
❑ Keep the lid on the carafe when in use.
❑ The carafe is designed for use with the appliance. It must never be used on
a range top.
❑ Do not set a hot carafe down on a wet or cold surface.
❑ Do not use the carafe if the glass is cracked or has a loose or weakened
handle.
❑ Do not clean the carafe with abrasive cleansers, steel wool or other abrasive
material.
❑ Do not use this appliance for anything other than intended use.
❑ Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This appliance is for household use only.
ADDITIONAL SAFEGUARDS
Warning: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use.
Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or
other injury to persons or damage to property.
❑All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual
before operating or cleaning this appliance.
❑The cord to this appliance should be plugged into an electrical outlet.
❑UseWATER ONLYin this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or food
products in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything to the water placed
in this appliance, except as instructed in the Care and Cleaning Instructions
to clean the appliance.
❑DO NOT attempt to move an appliance containing hot liquids. Allow
appliance to cool completely before moving.
❑Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during
operation. Do not place any objects on top of appliance while it is
operating. Place the appliance on a surface that is resistant to heat.
❑If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the
cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
❑If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water or any
other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water!Do not
use this appliance after it has fallen into, or has become immersed in
water.Contact Consumer Services for examination and repair.
❑Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
❑The appliance must be left to cool down sufficiently before adding more
water, to avoid splattering.
❑Always use fresh, cool water in your appliance. Warm water or other liquids,
except as listed in cleaning section, may cause damage to the appliance.
❑DO NOT put carafe into a microwave.
❑DO NOT leave empty carafe on warming plate when appliance is turned
ON, as the carafe may crack or become otherwise damaged.
❑DO NOT lift hinged filter lid until brewing is complete, and all parts have
cooled.
❑Caution: To prevent injury when utilizing Sneak-A-Cup
®
Interrupt
feature, replace carafe within 1 minute of removing during brewing
process.