User manual BRAUN KF 140

[. . . ] Please note the Warning on the bottom of the appliance: «To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not remove this cover. A short power cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. The marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. [. . . ] the amount of water is shown on the water level indicator 2 (KF 140 , KF 145 ­ maximum 10 cups; KF 152 , KF 157 ­ maximum 12 cups). Pre-selecting the taste ­ flavor selector By adjusting the flavor selector 5 , you can adjust the taste of your coffee to suit your personal preference ­ milder with less bitter aftertaste or stronger, but always with the same full flavor. set the flavor selector under the tank cover before turning on the coffeemaker. If you prefer milder coffee with less bitter aftertaste, turn the flavor selector 5 in the direction of the symbol (b). Should you prefer a more robust taste, turn the flavor selector towards the symbol. Regardless of the position you select, the coffee will always have the same full flavor. Should be immediately returned to the hotplate after pouring to prevent the filter basket from overflowing. To make coffee, the carafe with the lid snapped on (d) must be set on the hotplate 9 and the filter basket 8 must be snapped in place (a). Due to a built-in overflow protection feature, the liquid in the filter will flow directly into the carafe if you forget to snap the filter basket in place or put the lid on. Keeping the coffee hot The carafe rests on the hotplate 9 which begins to heat up when the coffeemaker is switched on and will keep the coffee hot until the coffeemaker is switched off (red pilot light goes out). KF 145, KF 157: If you want to keep more than 4 cups of coffee hot, set the cups selector 10b to position 4-max, or less than 4 cups to position min-3. In this way even small quantities will be kept at the right temperature and the flavor will be protected. For KF 140 auto-off only: Auto-off feature The appliance is protected against overheating by several special safety components and an automatic shut off feature. This means that the coffeemaker will automatically be switched off after 2 hours and the red pilot light will go out. If you want to start your coffeemaker again, first turn the switch to off = « » and then turn the appliance on. Controls Flavor selector 5 Mild taste = Robust taste = On/off switch 10 ­ KF 140, KF 152 On = (the red pilot light is on) Off = On/off switch 10a ­ KF 145, KF 157 On = (the red pilot light is on) Off = The red pilot light lights up when the coffeemaker is switched on; it goes out when the appliance is switched off. cups selector 10b ­ (KF 145 , KF 157) min-3 (cups): Even small quantities (to 3 cups) will maintain the right temperature and flavor. Space compensator The space compensator 4 in the tank 3 takes up the space which is intended for the water filter cartridge 4a . Unless the water filter cartridge is installed in the tank, the space compensator must always be inside the tank when filling with water and brewing to avoid overfilling. Keep the space compensator as it has to be installed in the tank if you have to decalcify your coffeemaker. Making coffee Place the carafe with the lid onto the hotplate 9 and snap the filter basket 8 in place. The pause and serve feature allows you to pour a cup in midbrewing cycle and prevents coffee from dripping on the hotplate when removing the carafe from the hotplate. [. . . ] Carry the product in to the Authorized Braun Service Center of your choice or, B. Ship the product to the Authorized Braun Service Center of your choice. Include a copy of your proof of purchase to verify warranty coverage, if applicable. To speak to a Braun Service Representative: Please call 1-800-387-6657. [. . . ]