Gastroback 42703 Design Coffee Aroma Plus - Manual (Page 13)

because the flavour will evaporate gradually. The way of grinding (fine or coarse) will affect
the brewing time, and as a result, the quality of your coffee. However, make sure that the
coffee powder is suitable for drip coffeemakers.
We recommend buying coffee beans and grinding your coffee just before use. Coffee beans
should not be stored for more than 1 month.
Experiment with the amount of coffee in order to adjust the flavour to your taste. Start with
the coffee/water ratio you normally use for preparing coffee. If you prefer strong coffee, we
recommend using one level measuring scoop for each cup (ca. 100 – 150 ml) or 10 level
measuring scoops per full pot of coffee, but never use more than 12 level measuring
scoops of coffee powder.
The amount of brewed coffee will be a little less than the water filled in the water reservoir
since some water is absorbed by the coffee grounds and the filter bag.
Care and Cleaning
WARNING: Cover, filter basket, glass carafe, and warming plate will get very hot during
operation. Additionally, hot water and steam can pour out during operation. Always switch
OFF (ON/OFF button), unplug and allow the machine to cool down before moving or clea-
ning the appliance. Additionally, empty the water reservoir before transportation or storage.
Do not place the appliance or any part of it in an automatic dishwasher! Do
not immerse the appliance or power cord in any liquids. Do not pour any
liquids over the appliance or the power cord.
Do not use aggressive chemicals (bleach, desinfectant, decalcifier), abrasive cleansers or
hard or sharp objects on any part of your coffeemaker.
Do not use violence to avoid damage. Especially the Pause & Serve mechanism of the filter
basket and the hinges of the covers of water reservoir and glass carafe are sensitive to care-
less handling. Do not poke in the water reservoir.
Cleaning the Filter Basket
WARNING: Do not lift the cover of the coffeemaker during or immediately
after the brewing cycle. Even if the water reservoir seems to be empty, hot water and
steam could spit out of the holes in the middle of the cover and cause scalding. After brewing
is completed, there could still be some HOT liquid left in the filter basket.
Always switch OFF the appliance (ON/OFF button), before opening the cover of the appli-
ance. Allow to drain completely, and to cool for at least 10 minutes. Remove the filter basket
carefully.
1. Switch OFF the appliance (ON/OFF button), and allow to cool for at least 10 minutes.
Ensure that the cover of the coffeemaker has cooled.
Note: When lifting up the lid of the coffeemaker, condensation can drip down to the back
and onto your counter. This does not mean that the appliance is leaking. Immediately
wipe off the condensate using a clean dry cloth.
2. Open the lid of the coffeemaker and carefully remove the filter basket. For this, grasp the
tabs on each side of the filter basket, and lift the filter basket straight up from the coffeemaker.
3. Discard the used filter bag and coffee grounds in the dustbin for domestic refuse. However,
the coffee grounds (without filter bag!) can be composted.
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