Gastroback 42703 Design Coffee Aroma Plus - Manual (Page 14)

Note: Do not wash away the coffee grounds in the sink.
CAUTION: Always handle the filter basket with care to avoid damage to the Pause & Serve
mechanism.
4. Rinse the filter basket after each brewing cycle with tap water. On occasion, carefully clean
the filter basket with warm dish-water by using a soft nylon brush.
Cleaning the Coffeemaker
1. Always unplug the appliance and allow cooling down before cleaning.
2. Open the cover of the coffeemaker, grasp the filter basket at the tabs, and pull out the filter
basket. Empty the filter basket. (See: “Cleaning the Filter Basket“)
CAUTION: The hinges of the covers of the appliance and/or glass carafe are sensitive to
careless handling. Handle with care to avoid damage.
3. Remove the glass carafe from the coffeemaker, carefully clean the glass carafe in warm
dishwater.
4. Wipe the exterior of the coffeemaker and the warming plate with a soft, damp cloth.
By doing so, take care not to damage the hinge of the cover.
5. Stubborn stains on the warming plate may be removed by use of a plastic mesh pad or a
cloth dampened in vinegar.
6. Thereafter by using a soft and clean cloth, dry the exterior of the coffeemaker and all its
parts thoroughly.
Decalcifying Your Coffeemaker
CAUTION: Do not immerse the warming plate or main housing in water or any other liquid.
Do not try to clean the interior of the water reservoir with a cloth, as this will leave a residue
of lint that may clog your coffeemaker. Do not poke around in the water reservoir to avoid
damage. Just rinse with cold water periodically. Do not operate the appliance without
the filter basket properly in place. Do not use any aggressive chemicals or
decalcifier.
The build-up of lime in drip coffeemakers is normal and is caused by the minerals commonly
found in drinking water. When your appliance needs to be decalcified you will notice an
obvious slow down in brewing time. This results in an increase of energy consumption and
possibly the taste of the coffee will be affected.
Thus, depending on the water hardness and usage, your coffeemaker needs decalcified peri-
odically, to remove lime deposits (every 2 – 3 months). For this, we recommend a solution of
two tablespoons of white vinegar in 1.5 litres of cold water.
1. For decalcifying, always install the empty filter basket properly.
2. Pour the vinegar solution into the water reservoir and place the glass carafe on the war-
ming plate. Do not use a filter bag or coffee.
3. Connect the appliance to the power supply, and press the ON/OFF button to switch ON
the appliance.
4. When the brewing cycle is finished, empty the glass carafe and rinse with water.
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