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Question posted by bettyseebach on April 15th, 2017

Why Doesn't The 1-4 Brew Work On My Coffee Maker?

The 1-4 brew part of my coffee maker doesn't seem to work. It just continues on and fills up the carafe.

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on April 23rd, 2017 12:51 AM

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If you forget to add water, the heater will reach end of brew cut-off temperature in less than 1 minute.
It will then enter warm keeping mode directly (as if consumer desired to extend warm keeping beyond 2 hours, or warm up a previously brewed pot of coffee).

This is normal operation.

Accidentally used "Auto - On" feature:
- Until preset time is reached, the coffee maker will not brew unless this mode is over-ridden by selecting the "ON" button.

Short Brew

Check to see if the 1-4 cup feature has been selected if you are brewing a full pot.
If the coffee maker has not been cleaned recently, descale to remove calcification.

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Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... follow instructions. This symbol alerts you how to cool before putting on container (carafe). ■ The container (carafe) is , tell you to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for other liquid. ... or knobs. ■ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or coffee maker in any appliance with this manual and on a range top or in a heated oven. ■...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Do not use an adapter. If the power supply cord is designed for household use only. NOTE: This coffee maker has a 3-prong grounded plug. Do not use a cracked container (carafe) or a container having a loose or weakened handle. ■ Do not clean container with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pads, or other...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

Gold Tone permanent filter H. KITCHENAID® COFFEE MAKER FEATURES B C A D E F H G A. Brew basket E. Programmable display F. Removable water tank B. Glass carafe (on thermal carafe models only) 5 Water tank lid C. Brew cavity lid D. Thermal carafe (on glass carafe models only) G.

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... rack of a dishwasher. Removable Water Tank The coffee maker features a convenient removable water tank with AM and PM indicators. Automatic Brew Timer An easy to add water. End-Of-Brewing Tone A tone sounds when coffee is finished. Automatic Shutoff Coffee maker automatically shuts off 2 hours after brewing. Glass or Thermal Carafe The 12-cup glass and 10-cup thermal...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

...the "Up Arrow" button to program the brew timer or set indicator B. Clock/automatic brew time display Auto Set Indicator Indicates coffee maker is in the Bold mode when lit. Brew Button Press to select brew mode or to program an automatic brew time. DISPLAY AND CONTROL PAD FEATURES Coffee Maker Controls Coffee Maker Display F A B A B E C D A. Auto/set button C. Up arrow button...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... will also impair flavor. Look for the KitchenAid® blade or burr coffee grinders at www.kitchenaid.com. Coffee Maker Cleanliness Since the coffee oils that build up on the brew basket and carafe can go stale and impair the flavor of brew water marked on the beans whenever the container is easy to grind your local...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

...and PM. 9 PREPARING YOUR COFFEE MAKER FOR USE Pre-Use Cleaning Wash the brew basket, Gold Tone permanent filter, and carafe in the well at the end...filled with municipally treated tap water or well water that is strongly recommended. Press the "up arrow" button to enter the Time/Clock Setting Mode. The filter reduces contaminants which impair the coffee flavor. When the coffee maker...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

KITCHENAID® COFFEE MAKER USE Brewing More Than 4 Cups of Coffee NOTE: Brew one rounded tablespoon of coffee. A. Using both types of filters at the back of the carafe is not seated, the Pause and Pour feature may not engage and may clog the coffee filter. 2. For glass carafe models only, lift the tank lid and fill the water reservoir with...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... after brewing. Press the BREW button to brew additional carafes of 2 hours, the coffee maker will automatically shut off the coffee maker and allow it to cool for 5 minutes before brewing the first pot of the coffee maker to lock the brew basket in the "Brewing Coffee" section. 2. For glass carafe models only, at the end of coffee. Repeat steps 1-8 to begin brewing coffee. Repeat...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

... Pause and Pour Feature The "Pause and Pour" feature enables you to remove the carafe from the coffee maker and pour a cup of coffee from the brew basket. To program and activate the Automatic Brew Timer: 1. The "Hours" indicator will flash and the "Auto Set" indicator will flash. The "Minutes" indicator will turn on during the...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

...the dishwasher. 7. Run the coffee maker through 2 brewing cycles using vinegar, fill the carafe with a solution consisting of the descaling solution. 3. Reinstall or replace the water filter. Wash the brew basket and Gold Tone permanent filter in the coffee maker heat pump over time and impair brewing efficiency and coffee quality. Descaling the Coffee Maker The coffee maker can also be...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

... cord. retailers do not provide service. 14 TROUBLESHOOTING ■ If the brew timer display is not illuminated: Check to see whether the coffee maker is closed. ■ If only a portion of the water added to the coffee maker actually brews: The coffee maker requires immediate descaling. Plug the coffee maker into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Please refer to the retailer; Do...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your coffee maker. Before you use your coffee maker, please fill out and mail your warranty. This card does not verify your product... resulting from date of purchase. Proof of purchase will enable us to Arrange for coffee maker when operated outside the country of purchase. See the following for replacement. SOME STATES...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... to obtain satisfactory service in materials and workmanship. Please follow these maker will be replacement parts and labor costs to KitchenAid Service Center. Your repaired coffee maker will be provided by our one year card slip, etc.). IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... to Arrange for information on how to Order Accessories and Replacement Parts To order accessories or replacement To order accessories or replacement parts for your coffee maker in the 50 parts for service, please review the Or contact an Authorized Service Center "Troubleshooting" section. Puerto Rico, call toll-free 1-800-807-6777...

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