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... coffee served at a leisurely pace, while "high" keeps coffee piping hot. it automatically shuts off two hours after brewing. The KitchenAid® PRO LINE® Series: commercial quality for the discriminating home chef. With a 12-cup carafe, the Coffee Maker features exceptional capacity. The warming plate offers two temperature selections: "low" preserves the flavor of superb coffee easy. An easy-to-set digital brew timer makes waking up to the heaviest use. The KitchenAid...
... coffee served at a leisurely pace, while "high" keeps coffee piping hot. it automatically shuts off two hours after brewing. The KitchenAid® PRO LINE® Series: commercial quality for the discriminating home chef. With a 12-cup carafe, the Coffee Maker features exceptional capacity. The warming plate offers two temperature selections: "low" preserves the flavor of superb coffee easy. An easy-to-set digital brew timer makes waking up to the heaviest use. The KitchenAid...
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... Water Filter 13 Setting the Time-of-Day Clock 14 Brewing Coffee 16 Using the Warming Plate Adjusting Warming Plate Temperature 19 Turning Off the Warming Plate 19 Automatic Shutoff Feature 19 Programming the Automatic Brew Timer 20 Adjusting the Message Tone Volume 22 Resetting the Water Filter Icon 23 Coffee Brewing Suggestions: Advice for Great Taste 24 CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the Coffee Maker 28 Descaling 29 Storing the Coffee Maker 30 Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter 30 Troubleshooting & Error Codes 31 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty for the 50 United...
... Water Filter 13 Setting the Time-of-Day Clock 14 Brewing Coffee 16 Using the Warming Plate Adjusting Warming Plate Temperature 19 Turning Off the Warming Plate 19 Automatic Shutoff Feature 19 Programming the Automatic Brew Timer 20 Adjusting the Message Tone Volume 22 Resetting the Water Filter Icon 23 Coffee Brewing Suggestions: Advice for Great Taste 24 CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the Coffee Maker 28 Descaling 29 Storing the Coffee Maker 30 Cleaning the Optional Permanent Filter 30 Troubleshooting & Error Codes 31 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty for the 50 United...
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..., or in a heated oven. 11. Unplug Coffee Maker from outlet before putting on a wet or cold surface. 15. Do not use . Do not set a hot container on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. 6. Allow to cool before cleaning. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION 5 To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or Coffee Maker in water or other than...
..., or in a heated oven. 11. Unplug Coffee Maker from outlet before putting on a wet or cold surface. 15. Do not use . Do not set a hot container on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. 6. Allow to cool before cleaning. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION 5 To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or Coffee Maker in water or other than...
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... contact you of in complying with the unit. PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of the Consumer Product Safety Act. Proof of purchase will enable us in -warranty service. Before you use your Coffee Maker, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the provisions of...
... contact you of in complying with the unit. PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of the Consumer Product Safety Act. Proof of purchase will enable us in -warranty service. Before you use your Coffee Maker, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the provisions of...
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FEATURES AND OPERATION P R O L I N E® S E R I E S FEATURES AND OPERATION Features and Operation Section Contents Coffee Maker Features 10 Preparing For Use Pre-Use Cleaning 13 Installing the Water Filter 13 Setting the Time-of-Day Clock ......14 Brewing Coffee 16 Using the Warming Plate 19 Programming the Brew Timer ...........20 Adjusting Message Tone Volume ......22 Resetting the Water Filter Icon..........23 Coffee Brewing Suggestions 24 9
FEATURES AND OPERATION P R O L I N E® S E R I E S FEATURES AND OPERATION Features and Operation Section Contents Coffee Maker Features 10 Preparing For Use Pre-Use Cleaning 13 Installing the Water Filter 13 Setting the Time-of-Day Clock ......14 Brewing Coffee 16 Using the Warming Plate 19 Programming the Brew Timer ...........20 Adjusting Message Tone Volume ......22 Resetting the Water Filter Icon..........23 Coffee Brewing Suggestions 24 9
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... access to prevent overfilling when the maximum water level is reached. A tone sounds to the water reservoir and filter. Water Guide Cover Cover prevents debris from the brew basket for easy access. Water Filter Access Cover Cover snaps in and out from the front for easy cleaning. 10 Brew Basket Insert Insert removes from falling into the water guide. MODEL KPCM050 COFFEE MAKER FEATURES Front-Fill Water Guide Fill the water reservoir through the convenient front-fill...
... access to prevent overfilling when the maximum water level is reached. A tone sounds to the water reservoir and filter. Water Guide Cover Cover prevents debris from the brew basket for easy access. Water Filter Access Cover Cover snaps in and out from the front for easy cleaning. 10 Brew Basket Insert Insert removes from falling into the water guide. MODEL KPCM050 COFFEE MAKER FEATURES Front-Fill Water Guide Fill the water reservoir through the convenient front-fill...
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FEATURES AND OPERATION 12-Cup Glass Carafe The Carafe features drip-free pouring, a comfortable handle, and a removable lid that the timer and clock will brew coffee at a glance. 30, 60, 90, and 120-minute quadrants light up to indicate the time elapsed since the last carafe was brewed. The easy-to-set brew timer will maintain settings during a momentary power outage. To program the brew timer, turn the auto-on or off switch momentarily to the "Prog" position. Orange...
FEATURES AND OPERATION 12-Cup Glass Carafe The Carafe features drip-free pouring, a comfortable handle, and a removable lid that the timer and clock will brew coffee at a glance. 30, 60, 90, and 120-minute quadrants light up to indicate the time elapsed since the last carafe was brewed. The easy-to-set brew timer will maintain settings during a momentary power outage. To program the brew timer, turn the auto-on or off switch momentarily to the "Prog" position. Orange...
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... heat pump brews quickly, providing exceptionally smooth and flavorful coffee. Filter also softens the water, which impair coffee flavor. Optional Permanent Filter The permanent filter eliminates the need for maximum durability. Message Tones Convenient message tones instantly communicate coffee maker status. Message tone volume can be replaced. The fine, metal screen delivers exceptional brewing performance. 12 Advanced Ion-Exchange Water Filter Replaceable filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which extends the time between descalings. The coffee maker will also beep...
... heat pump brews quickly, providing exceptionally smooth and flavorful coffee. Filter also softens the water, which impair coffee flavor. Optional Permanent Filter The permanent filter eliminates the need for maximum durability. Message Tones Convenient message tones instantly communicate coffee maker status. Message tone volume can be replaced. The fine, metal screen delivers exceptional brewing performance. 12 Advanced Ion-Exchange Water Filter Replaceable filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which extends the time between descalings. The coffee maker will also beep...
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... OPERATION PREPARING THE COFFEE MAKER FOR USE Pre-Use Cleaning Wash the filter basket, basket insert, carafe, and carafe lids in hot, soapy water, then rinse with fresh, cool water; To Install the Filter: 1. The advanced ion-exchange water filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which extends the time between descalings. When a filter has reached the end of a PRO LINE® Series Water Filter is optional: the coffee maker will appear on the brew timer display as a reminder to descale the coffee maker. Remove the water filter access cover...
... OPERATION PREPARING THE COFFEE MAKER FOR USE Pre-Use Cleaning Wash the filter basket, basket insert, carafe, and carafe lids in hot, soapy water, then rinse with fresh, cool water; To Install the Filter: 1. The advanced ion-exchange water filter reduces chlorine and other contaminants which extends the time between descalings. When a filter has reached the end of a PRO LINE® Series Water Filter is optional: the coffee maker will appear on the brew timer display as a reminder to descale the coffee maker. Remove the water filter access cover...
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... THE COFFEE MAKER FOR USE 4. WARNING 5. Replace the water filter access cover and run the coffee maker through a complete brewing cycle without coffee. Do not remove ground prong. Push the cartridge slightly to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Setting the Time-of-Day Clock When the coffee maker is first plugged in the circular well at the bottom of clean, cool water. Failure to make...
... THE COFFEE MAKER FOR USE 4. WARNING 5. Replace the water filter access cover and run the coffee maker through a complete brewing cycle without coffee. Do not remove ground prong. Push the cartridge slightly to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Setting the Time-of-Day Clock When the coffee maker is first plugged in the circular well at the bottom of clean, cool water. Failure to make...
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This rinses the water reservoir, heat pump, and showerhead. A graduated scale on the brew timer display will indicate whether the water reservoir is an accurate measurement of coffee. NOTE: Use at least 4 cups (17 oz.) of water to make the desired amount of carafe volume in 41⁄4-ounce cups. The left side of the scale ("water") indicates the amount of water needed to produce a given number of cups. (Brewing always produces less...
This rinses the water reservoir, heat pump, and showerhead. A graduated scale on the brew timer display will indicate whether the water reservoir is an accurate measurement of coffee. NOTE: Use at least 4 cups (17 oz.) of water to make the desired amount of carafe volume in 41⁄4-ounce cups. The left side of the scale ("water") indicates the amount of water needed to produce a given number of cups. (Brewing always produces less...
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... begin brewing, turn the Auto-On/Off Switch clockwise to overflow the brew basket. The on the coffee maker warming plate. 4. Insert a 10-12 cup flat-bottom paper filter or the optional permanent filter into the coffee maker as far as possible. 7. Use a medium grind appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers: too fine a grind will produce bitterness and may cause water to the "On/Off" position, then release. After filling the reservoir, place the carafe...
... begin brewing, turn the Auto-On/Off Switch clockwise to overflow the brew basket. The on the coffee maker warming plate. 4. Insert a 10-12 cup flat-bottom paper filter or the optional permanent filter into the coffee maker as far as possible. 7. Use a medium grind appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers: too fine a grind will produce bitterness and may cause water to the "On/Off" position, then release. After filling the reservoir, place the carafe...
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...: The coffee maker cannot be switched on the time-since-brew display will light up to indicate the time elapsed since the completion of the brewing cycle. Repeat steps 1-7 to cool for five minutes before starting the next carafe. 18 To shut off automatically. If message tones are enabled, the coffee maker will: • beep once if there are fewer than 4 cups (17 oz.) of brew water in the reservoir.
...: The coffee maker cannot be switched on the time-since-brew display will light up to indicate the time elapsed since the completion of the brewing cycle. Repeat steps 1-7 to cool for five minutes before starting the next carafe. 18 To shut off automatically. If message tones are enabled, the coffee maker will: • beep once if there are fewer than 4 cups (17 oz.) of brew water in the reservoir.
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... on the coffee maker or activate the brew timer without sufficient water in the reservoir • the water reservoir nears the maximum level during filling • the water filter icon is reset 22 Timer Adjustment Buttons As the Timer Adjustment Buttons are disabled (no sound level icon is visible), the low-volume sound level icon will change the volume of the message tones. When first used, the coffee maker automatically defaults...
... on the coffee maker or activate the brew timer without sufficient water in the reservoir • the water reservoir nears the maximum level during filling • the water filter icon is reset 22 Timer Adjustment Buttons As the Timer Adjustment Buttons are disabled (no sound level icon is visible), the low-volume sound level icon will change the volume of the message tones. When first used, the coffee maker automatically defaults...
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... that tracks how much coffee has been brewed. To Reset the Water Filter Icon After the water filter has been replaced (see page 29. RESETTING THE WATER FILTER ICON The PRO LINE® Series Water Filter will filter approximately 25 gallons of its life. When a filter has reached the end of water (60 full carafes). Filter Icon "+" Timer Adjustment Button FEATURES AND OPERATION 23 The coffee maker will keep track of its life, the water filter icon will appear...
... that tracks how much coffee has been brewed. To Reset the Water Filter Icon After the water filter has been replaced (see page 29. RESETTING THE WATER FILTER ICON The PRO LINE® Series Water Filter will filter approximately 25 gallons of its life. When a filter has reached the end of water (60 full carafes). Filter Icon "+" Timer Adjustment Button FEATURES AND OPERATION 23 The coffee maker will keep track of its life, the water filter icon will appear...
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... with the carafe (a carafe "cup" is to use a medium grind level appropriate for every 4 cups of Ground Coffee For standard drip-process coffee, a good starting point is about 41⁄4 ounces). Feel free to use distilled water or mineral water - Brew Water Purity The PRO LINE® Series water filter that means using a quality burr grinder like the PRO LINE® Series Burr Coffee Mill or the KitchenAid® Model A-9™ Coffee Mill. and replace it 's best to brew using too fine a grind will...
... with the carafe (a carafe "cup" is to use a medium grind level appropriate for every 4 cups of Ground Coffee For standard drip-process coffee, a good starting point is about 41⁄4 ounces). Feel free to use distilled water or mineral water - Brew Water Purity The PRO LINE® Series water filter that means using a quality burr grinder like the PRO LINE® Series Burr Coffee Mill or the KitchenAid® Model A-9™ Coffee Mill. and replace it 's best to brew using too fine a grind will...
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... the water filter and reset the water filter icon if necessary (see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33. Wash the brew basket, brew basket insert, carafe, and carafe lid in the coffee maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality. Continued... 29 CARE AND CLEANING Rinse the coffee maker by running it through a complete brewing cycle using fresh descaling solution. 3. Descaling Calcium deposits ("scale") from water will build up in hot, soapy water and rinse with hot water.
... the water filter and reset the water filter icon if necessary (see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33. Wash the brew basket, brew basket insert, carafe, and carafe lid in the coffee maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality. Continued... 29 CARE AND CLEANING Rinse the coffee maker by running it through a complete brewing cycle using fresh descaling solution. 3. Descaling Calcium deposits ("scale") from water will build up in hot, soapy water and rinse with hot water.
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... a sink, and repeatedly turn it in the top rack of a dishwasher. 30 This rinses the water reservoir, heat pump, and showerhead. Wipe the coffee maker dry, and store. CARE AND CLEANING Storing the Coffee Maker Since the coffee maker retains a small amount of water after brewing, never use it upside down until all water from the unit. To empty, unplug the coffee maker, then remove the water guide cover, the water filter access cover, the water filter, and the brew basket.
... a sink, and repeatedly turn it in the top rack of a dishwasher. 30 This rinses the water reservoir, heat pump, and showerhead. Wipe the coffee maker dry, and store. CARE AND CLEANING Storing the Coffee Maker Since the coffee maker retains a small amount of water after brewing, never use it upside down until all water from the unit. To empty, unplug the coffee maker, then remove the water guide cover, the water filter access cover, the water filter, and the brew basket.
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... in. If the problem cannot be descaled. See "Descaling" on the brew timer display: • If it requires more than 10 minutes to brew 12 cups of coffee: The coffee maker needs to be descaled. If error codes continue to appear after cleaning, see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33. • If "E3" appears on page 29. CARE AND CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES • If the brew timer display is not illuminated: Check...
... in. If the problem cannot be descaled. See "Descaling" on the brew timer display: • If it requires more than 10 minutes to brew 12 cups of coffee: The coffee maker needs to be descaled. If error codes continue to appear after cleaning, see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on page 33. • If "E3" appears on page 29. CARE AND CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES • If the brew timer display is not illuminated: Check...
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... shock. 36 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug before servicing. ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS The KitchenAid® PRO LINE® Series Coffee Entertainment Accessory Pack with a 12-cup carafe and portable warming plate, model KPCMEA, is a companion to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time), or Saturday, 10 a.m. to the Pro Line® Coffee Maker model KPCM050. ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES For service information, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or...
... shock. 36 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug before servicing. ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS The KitchenAid® PRO LINE® Series Coffee Entertainment Accessory Pack with a 12-cup carafe and portable warming plate, model KPCMEA, is a companion to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time), or Saturday, 10 a.m. to the Pro Line® Coffee Maker model KPCM050. ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES For service information, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or...