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WA R N I N G : A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all electrical appliances and may cause personal injury or death. Please fo l l ow all safety instructions.

Coffeemaker

Use and Care Guide

Model 543U

I M P O RTANT SAFEGUA R D S

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be fo l l owed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, i n c l u d i n g the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

• Do not touch hot surfaces.

• Do not immerse cord, plug or coffeemaker unit in water or other liquid.

• This appliance is not for use by children.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before attaching or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not place on or near hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• Carafe must never be used on a range top. Use only the designated carafe for your coffeemaker.

• Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.

• Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.

• Do not clean carafe with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pads or other abrasive material.

• Do not remove basket or lids during brewing cycle.

• Allow filter basket to cool before removing it from coffeemaker.

• DO NOT POUR LIQUID OTHER THAN WATER AND THE CLEANING

SOLUTION SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL INTO THE WATER CHAMBER

(see instructions for cleaning the coffeemaker).

• Do not move entire unit when carafe contains hot liquid.

• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• Use attachments only if recommended by Toastmaster Inc.

• Be certain lids are securely in place before operating appliance.

• Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.

• Coffeemaker must be left to cool down for approximately 10 minutes before adding more water.

• WARNING: Do not remove bottom cover. No user serviceable parts inside.

Repair must be done by authorized service personnel only.

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THIS PRODUCT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

C AU T I O N : A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of persona l injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Extension cords are available from local hardware stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is required, special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be: (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V and at least 13A., 1625 W., and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

ELECTRIC POWER: If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate p r o p e rl y. It should be operated on a separa t e e l e c t rical circuit from other appliances.

Thank you for purchasing the 543U Coffeemaker in our Global Design

Collection. Featuring superior Swiss design and craftsmanship, this coffeemaker is sure to please.

Enjoy!

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COFFEEMAKER CHARCOAL FILTRATION SYSTEM

Front Water Fill and Lid

Charcoal Filter Water

Chamber and Lid with

Filter Replacement

Label

Tabs

Removable

Liner

Swing Out

Filter

Basket

Automatic

Pause and

Pour

Glass Carafe and Lid

Brew Strength

Selector

FIGURE 1

Cord Storage

Water Level

Indicator

Non-Stick

Warming Plate

Lighted

ON/OFF

Switch

Tab

BEFORE USING YOUR COFFEEMAKER

Caution: Unplug from outlet. Turn switch to off position O.

Charcoal

Filter

Water

Chamber

Charcoal

Filter

Charcoal

Filter

Holder

FIGURE 2

Become familiar with parts of the unit, (see figures 1 and 2).

Clean the carafe and lid, removable filter liner, permanent goldtone filter, water chamber lid, and holder. Insert charcoal water filter; do not attempt to clean the filter. See “CARE AND CLEANING.” Fill the coffeemaker with the maximum amount of water and turn the unit on. Follow procedures for “BREWING” (without coffee). Unplug coffeemaker and discard the water. Wait 10 minutes to allow heating elements to cool. Repeat the process one more time.

C a u t i o n : Do not immerse cord, plug or coffe e m a ker unit in water or other liquid.

PERMANENT GOLDTONE FILT E R

Your permanent goldtone filter with handle can be used eve ry time you brew, eliminating the need for paper filters. Simply drop inside remova ble liner and fo l d the handle dow n .

WATER FILTER

This unit features an optional charcoal water filter to provide optimum taste and removal of most of the chlorine from tap water, along with other metals and particles often found in tap water. To insert the charcoal filter, remove the lid of the water chamber. Take the water chamber by the handle and lift directly up a n d o u t . Tu rn filter holder counter clockwise until it releases. Place charcoal filter in water filter holder, aligning arrow on chamber with tab on holder, push up

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and turn clockwise, (see figure 2).Reposition chamber in coffeemaker aligning tabs on chamber and grooves in coffeemaker, replace lid.The water will be filtered when poured either directly through the water chamber or through the frontal water fill. Filters should be replaced either after 60 uses or 6 we e k s

( w h i c h ever occurs first) and can be ordered directly from Toastmaster by calling toll-free 1-800-947-3744.

Each charcoal water filter comes with a set of monthly stickers to attach to the label located on the water chamber lid.Write day next to month; this will allow you to keep track when you started using the water filter.

If you use spring or bottled water or your water contains only a small amount of chlorine, you may not notice a difference in the taste of your coffee when using the filter.

BREW STRENGTH SELECTOR

To ensure optimum flavor, the brewing strength selector regulates the brewing process based upon the amount of coffee being prepared.When preparing four cups or less, turn the switch to the 1-4. This will slow down the flow of water into the filter basket to provide a rich coffee flavor by promoting a better saturation of grounds for smaller quantities. When preparing five or more cups, turn the switch to 5-10.This will prepare a full pot of coffee at the normal rate, allowing ample time for the grounds to be saturated, without importing a bitter taste.

BREWING

1. M a ke sure unit is in the OFF position O, (top of switch pushed in). T h e indicator light will be off.

2 . Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.

3 . Lift up the hinged water fill lid located at the front of unit and slowly add cold water to desired level using the water level indicator (between 3 - 1 0 c u p s ) . You may also pour water directly into the charcoal filter chamber.

Both filling methods allow water to pass through the charcoal water filter.

4 . M a ke sure that cara fe with lid is properly seated on wa rming plate.

5 . Open swing out filter baske t . I n s e rt the permanent goldtone filter or a #4 cone-shaped paper filter into r e m ova ble liner and add coffee gr o u n d s.

R e t u rn basket to closed position; it will click into place. Use approx imately 1 measuring spoon of grounds for eve ry cup of coffe e.

6 . Select brew strength, 1-4 cups or 5-10 cups.

7 . Press bottom of switch to ON position I. The indicator light will turn on.

8 . If you wish to serve a cup of coffee before brew cycle is complete –

“ Pause and Po u r,” – simply remove cara fe from wa rming plate. D ri p p i n g will automatically cease. R e t u rn cara fe to position on wa rming plate within 30 seconds; d ripping will resume.

N o t e : If the cara fe is not returned to the wa rming plate, the coffee will ove rf l ow from the filter baske t .

9 . Wa rming plate will automatically cycle to maintain serving tempera t u r e

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as long as switch is on.

1 0 . Press top of switch to OFF position O when cara fe is empty or not in use.

The indicator light will turn off.

1 1 . Unplug and allow to cool for 10 minutes between cycles.

I M P O RTA N T: If not allowed to cool before immediate repeated use, wa t e r placed in water chamber may become ove r h e a t e d . A spray of steam could be released from openings, creating a risk of bu rn s.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR BREWING

• The markings on the water level indicator reflect the quality of fresh water.

The quantity of brewed coffee is less because the coffee grounds absorb water.

• Never use hot or carbonated water. This will damage the appliance.

• Never pour milk, liquid coffee, tea, etc. into the water chamber.

CARE AND CLEANING

1. Tu rn switch to OFF position O.

2 . Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.

3 . Open swing out filter basket and use handle to lift out remova ble liner, and permanent goldtone filter, (if used). Discard coffee grounds and paper filter, (if used). Wash and dry all remova ble part s. Replace liner by fitting notch and handle in gr o ove of filter baske t .

4 . Clean the outside of the coffe e m a ker with a damp cloth.

C AU T I O N : DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR COFFEEMAKER UNIT IN

WATER OR OTHER LIQU I D.

The life of your coffe e m a ker will be longer if you replace the charcoal filter as recommended, after 6 weeks or 60 uses.

DESCALING

We recommend you deep clean your coffeemaker once a month since mineral deposits from tap water can form a coating in the coffeemaker, causing slower brewing time and possibly an off flavor in the coffee. To deep clean your coffeemaker:

1. Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into the carafe, and add cold water up to the 4 cup mark, pour into coffeemaker.

2. Place the permanent goldtone filter, or a clean paper filter in the filter basket and close.

3. R e m ove charcoal filtration system, (water chamber, filter holder, and filter).

4. Follow “BREWING” instructions, (without coffee).

5. When the carafe has filled to the top of the metal band, turn to the OFF position O. Carefully remove the cara fe and place on a heat resistant s u r fa c e. Wait 15 minutes and pour solution back into coffeemaker. Be sure that basket is still in proper position.

6. Return carafe to warming plate.

7. Turn unit on again.Allow all solution to empty into carafe;turn unit off. After

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dripping stops, discard solution.

8. Allow coffeemaker to cool 10 minutes. Rinse it out by replacing charcoal filtration system and brewing a carafe full of cold water, (without coffee).

Make sure to insert permanent goldtone filter or a fresh paper filter before brewing.

9. At end of cycle, turn to OFF position O, discard water and paper filter, (if used). Wash and dry all removable parts, (except charcoal filter).

10. When coffeemaker has cooled, wipe exterior with a damp cloth.

Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be performed by an authorized service center.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Please refer to warranty statement to determine if in-warranty service applies.

This appliance must be serviced by a Toastmaster authorized service center.

Unauthorized service will void warranty. Consult your phone directory under

“Appliances-Household-Small-Service and Repair,” or call 1-800-947-3744 in the U.S. and Canada, 52-5-397-2848 in Mexico.

If an authorized service center is not available locally, your appliance may be returned postage prepaid to our National Service Center at the address shown on the back of this book.

Products must be adequately protected to avoid shipping damage. Surround your appliance with three inches of protective padding and include a copy of your dated sales receipt and a note explaining the problem you have experienced. We recommend insuring your package . No CODs accepted.

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Toastmaster Inc. warrants this product, to original purchaser, for one year from purchase date to be free of defects in material and workmanship.

This warranty is the only written or express warranty given by Toastmaster Inc.This warranty gives you specific legal rights.

You m ay have other rights which va ry from state to state. ANY OTHER RIGHT WHICH YOU MAY HAVE, INCLUDING ANY

IMPLIED WA R R A N T Y OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO

THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Defective product may be brought or sent (freight prepaid) to an authorized service center listed in the phone book, or to

Service Department, Toastmaster Inc., 708 South Missouri St., Macon, MO 63552, for free repair or replacement at our option.

Your remedy does not include: cost of inconve n i e n c e, damage due to product fa i l u r e, tra n s p o rtation damages, misuse, abu s e, accident or the lik e, or commercial use. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOASTMASTER INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CON-

SEQUENTIAL DA M AG ES.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied wa r ranty lasts, or allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

For info rmation, write Consumer Claims Manager, at the Macon address. Send name, address, zip, telephone area code and daytime number, model, serial number, and purchase date.

KEEP DATED SALES RECEIPT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Keep this booklet. Record the following for reference:

Date purchased

Model number

Date code (stamped on bottom)

National Service Center

708 South MIssouri St.

Macon, MO 63552

In USA and Canada call:

Consumer Service 1-800-947-3744

Consumer Parts 1-800-947-3745

Hours:8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.CST

Aux É.-U. et au Canada, veuillez appeler

Horario:8:00 a.m.hasta 4:30 p.m., hora del

Centro

Toastmaster de México, SA de CV

Cerrada de Recursos

Hidráulicos Numero 6

La Loma Industrial

Tlalnepantla de Baz, C.P. 54060

Estado de México

Service consommateur :1-800-947-3744

Piéces détachées consommateur :1-800-947-3745

Heures ouvrables :8 h - 16 h 30 Heure Centrale

En México - 52-5-397-2848

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