User Manual
Coffeemaker
Models AR4 & AR5
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to
persons, including the following:
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or machine in
water or other liquids.
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Close adult supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by
or near children.
Turn unit off and unplug from outlet when Coffeemaker is not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning the appliance.
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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return this
appliance only to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination,
repair or adjustment.
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The use of accessory attachments not recommended for MR. COFFEE®
products may cause hazards or injuries.
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Do not use outdoors. This Coffeemaker is for household use only.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or countertop or to touch hot
surfaces.
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Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner
or in a heated oven.
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To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not use appliance for anything other than its intended use.
Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of air flow
underneath the appliance.
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Decanter Use and Care
Breakage may occur if the following instructions are not followed:
Use only decanters specifically designed for MR. COFFEE® Coffeemakers.
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This decanter is designed for use with your MR. COFFEE® Coffeemaker
and therefore must never be used on a rangetop or in any oven,
INCLUDING A MICROWAVE.
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Do not set a hot decanter on a wet or cold surface.
Do not use a cracked decanter or a decanter with a loose
or weakened handle.
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Do not clean the decanter with cleansers, steel wool pads
or other abrasive materials.
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Discard decanter immediately if it is ever boiled dry.
Avoid sharp blows, scratches or rough handling.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove any
service covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should
be done by authorized personnel only. Opening the bottom
service cover will void the warranty.
THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Special Cord Set Instructions
1.A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2.An extension cord may be purchased and used if care is exercised in its use.
3.If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension
cord must be at least 10 amps and 120 volts. The resulting extended 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.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will 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 modify the plug
in any way.
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Decanter Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Special Cord Set Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setting Up Your Coffeemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operation and Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Before First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Brewing Coffee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Diagram of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Suggested Coffee Measurement Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Brewing Pause ‘n Serve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using Mr. Coffee Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using Vinegar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cleaning the Decanter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Questions, Comments and Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Setting Up Your Coffeemaker
Congratulations on the purchase of your new MR. COFFEE® coffeemaker! Please read these
instructions carefully before using your new coffeemaker. Proper use, care and maintenance
will ensure trouble-free operation and the long life of this appliance. Save these instructions
for cleaning and, if necessary, replacement parts information.
Operation and Use
Before First Use
Before using your Coffeemaker for the first time, wash decanter/lid and removable brew
basket (black) using a mild, non-abrasive detergent and water. Rinse each thoroughly.
Follow Steps 4 – 6 (Brewing Coffee) using water, to clean the inside.
Brewing Coffee
1. Open the swing-out brew basket. Insert a MR. COFFEE® 4-Cup filter into the black
inner brew basket.
2. Add desired amount of coffee, referring to the Coffee Measurement Chart. (See Page 7)
Shake lightly to level coffee.
3. Be sure the paper filter is centered before closing the brew basket.
4. Fill the decanter with cold water to desired capacity as marked on the side of the
decanter (1 cup = 5 oz). To brew 4 cups of coffee, fill the decanter to the bottom
of the metal band.
5. Pour the water into the water reservoir. Note: For easy and accurate filling, refer to
cup markings inside the reservoir. Place the empty decanter onto the warming plate.
6. Plug the cord into the electrical outlet and turn your Coffeemaker switch to the
“ON” position. When the coffee stops flowing, the brewing cycle is complete.
Note: The warming plate will keep your coffee piping hot until you turn your
Coffeemaker off.
7. After contents have cooled, carefully remove the one-piece brew basket and
discard the used grounds and filter. Rinse the inner brew basket and replace.
Note: Remove decanter from the warming plate before opening the brew basket.
This will prevent the drip stop valve from catching on the decanter lid.
8. To make another pot of coffee, repeat Steps 1 – 7.
9. Be sure to turn your Coffeemaker off when the decanter is empty and you are no longer
using your Coffeemaker. Please unplug the power cord when not in use.
Warning: To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to property as a result of overflow,
be sure the decanter is squarely centered under the brew basket during
the brewing cycle. Brewed coffee and grounds, both in brew basket and
decanter, are very hot. Handle with care to avoid scalding. If brew basket
overflows, or if brew basket fails to drain into decanter during brew cycle,
do not open or handle basket. Unplug Coffeemaker and wait for contents
to cool before handling.
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DIAGRAM OF PARTS
DUST COVER
WATER RESERVOIR
DECANTER
REMOVABLE
SWING-OUT
BREW BASKET
WARMING PLATE
LIGHTED
ON/OFF SWITCH
AR4 WHITE / AR5 BLACK
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MR. COFFEE
REPLACEMENT DECANTER
D40 WHITE D48 BLACK
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FOR GREAT TASTING COFFEE
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USE 4-CUP MR. COFFEE
FILTERS
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SUGGESTED COFFEE MEASUREMENT CHART
For best results, use level coffee scoop of fresh coffee beans.
When using pre-ground coffee, use level tablespoon (Tbsp.) or level coffee scoops
of drip grind or a grind recommended for automatic drip coffeemakers.
TO BREW
WHOLE COFFEE BEANS
USE THIS AMOUNT OF GROUND COFFEE
4 cups
2 cups
3 scoops
2 scoops
5 tablespoons or 2-1/2 scoops
3 tablespoons or 1-1/2 scoops
Use more or less coffee to suit your taste
2 level tablespoons = 1 level coffee scoop
BREWING PAUSE
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SERVE
Our Brewing Pause ‘n Serve feature allows you up to 30 seconds to pour a cup
while the coffee is still brewing. It also prevents any remaining coffee in the brew
basket from dripping onto the warming plate once brew cycle is complete.
Warning: To prevent injury from hot overflow, replace decanter within
30 seconds if removed during brewing. If the decanter is not
replaced within 30 seconds, the filter basket will fill with water
and overflow.
CLEANING
Your Coffeemaker must be cleaned when you begin to notice excessive steaming
or the brewing time increases considerably. This condition is caused by a build-up
of lime and mineral deposits from your water. If the pumping action stops before
all the water has been pumped out of the machine, the appliance requires
cleaning.
The frequency of cleaning depends on the hardness of water used.
The following table gives a suggested cleaning schedule.
SUGGESTED CLEANING INTERVAL
Type of Water
Soft Water
Cleaning Frequency
Every 80 Brew Cycles
Every 40 Brew Cycles
Hard Water
Your Coffeemaker may be cleaned by using MR. COFFEE® Cleaner or vinegar.
MR. COFFEE® Cleaner is available at many retail stores or by calling the
Sunbeam Consumer Service Department at 1-800-MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333).
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COFFEEMAKER CLEANER
CLEANING
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USING MR. COFFEE CLEANER
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Please refer to MR. COFFEE CLEANER box for instructions. Read caution statement
on side panel of box before use.
USING VINEGAR
1. Fill the decanter to the bottom of the metal band with undiluted white
household vinegar. Pour the vinegar into the water reservoir of the Coffeemaker.
2. Place a filter into the brew basket and close the brew basket.
3. Place the empty decanter on the warming plate. Turn the switch to the “ON”
position. When three cups have flowed through, turn the Coffeemaker to “OFF.”
Let stand for 1/2 hour.
4. After 1/2 hour, pour vinegar back into the Coffeemaker. Place the empty
decanter on the warming plate.
5. Turn Coffeemaker to “ON” and let all of the vinegar pass through the
Coffeemaker again.
6. Once the brew cycle is complete, discard the vinegar and filter.
7. To flush out all traces of vinegar, pour a decanter full of tap water into the
Coffeemaker, turn the switch to the “ON” position. Allow water to cycle
through.
8. Discard water and turn Coffeemaker off. Repeat Steps 7 and 8.
CLEANING THE DECANTER
Decanter and Lid Are Top-Rack Dishwasher Safe
Hard water can leave a whitish mineral deposit inside the decanter. coffee and tea
discolor these deposits, sometimes leaving a brownish stain inside the decanter.
To remove these stains, follow these easy steps.
1. Use a solution of equal parts white vinegar and hot water.
2. Let solution stand in decanter for about 20 minutes. Discard.
3. Wash and rinse decanter thoroughly using soft cloth. Do not use harsh abrasive
cleaners. These may cause scratches and can lead to breakage.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
POTENTIAL PROBLEMS
PROBABLE CAUSE
“ON” LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE • Unplugged
• Power outage
• Unplugged
COFFEE IS NOT BREWING
• Power outage
• The water reservoir is empty;
check water window
• The filter basket is not properly inserted
• Carafe lid is not placed all the way
on the warming plate
COFFEEMAKER ONLY BREWS WATER • No grounds in filter basket
COFFEEMAKER BREWS SLOWLY
FILTER BASKET OVERFLOWS
• Coffeemaker needs decalcifying
• The filter basket is not properly inserted
• Carafe is not placed all the way
on the warming plate
• Carafe lid not on carafe
• Too many grounds placed in filter
• Carafe was removed from warming plate
longer than 30 seconds
BURNING COFFEE SMELL
• Empty carafe was left on
hot warming plate
• Coffee was spilled on a warming plate
COFFEE IS NOT HOT
COFFEE TASTES BAD
• Power outage
• The Automatic Shut-Off function
has been activated
• Coffee ground other than for automatic-
drip Coffeemaker was used
• Ground coffee-to-water ratio
was unbalanced
GROUNDS ARE IN COFFEE
• Paper filter not properly seated
in basket
• Filter overflowed
Questions? You can call us toll-free at 1-800-672-6333.
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Service and Maintenance
Replacement Parts
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Filters
For better tasting coffee and tea, we recommend that you use MR. COFFEE®
brand 4-cup paper filters or MR. COFFEE® brand permanent filters. These filters
are available at most grocery stores.
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Decanters
You can usually purchase a replacement decanter from the store where you purchased
your coffeemaker. If you are unable to find a replacement, please call 1-800 MR COFFEE
(1-800-672-6333) in the U.S. and Canada for information on where you can find a
store that carries replacement decanters.
Repairs
If your coffeemaker requires service, do not return it to the store where you purchased it.
All repairs must be made by Sunbeam or by an authorized MR. COFFEE® Service Center.
If you live in the U.S. or Canada, please call us at the following toll-free telephone number
to find the location of the nearest authorized service center:
1-800 MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333)
To assist us in serving you, please have the model number (AR4 or AR5)
and date of purchase information when you call.
Questions, Comments and Suggestions
We welcome your thoughts; please include your complete name, address and
telephone number when you write or e-mail us at:
You may also visit our website and discover the secret to brewing the perfect cup of coffee.
You’ll also find a rich blend of gourmet recipes, entertaining tips and the latest
information on MR. COFFEE® products.
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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. (“Sunbeam”) warrants that for a period of ONE year
from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material
and workmanship. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this
product or any component of the product found to be defective during
this warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or
remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer
available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or
greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial
retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of
purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. Sunbeam dealers,
service centers or retail stores selling Sunbeam products do not have the
right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this
warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from
any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper
voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly,
repair or alteration by anyone other than Sunbeam or an Authorized Service
Center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes.
Sunbeam shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the
above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to
province.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Take the product to an Authorized Sunbeam Service Center. You can find
the nearest Authorized Sunbeam Service Center by calling 1-800-672-
6333. If a Service Center is not conveniently located, attach a tag to the
product that includes your name, address, daytime telephone number and
description of the problem. Include a copy of the original sales receipt.
Carefully package the product and send either by UPS or Parcel Post with
shipping and insurance prepaid to:
SUNBEAM SERVICE CENTER
c/o Warranty Center
117 Industrial Row
Purvis, MS 39475
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
If you have any questions regarding this warranty please call 1-800-672-6333.
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©2003 Sunbeam Products, Inc. All rights reserved.
MR. COFFEE® is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products, Inc.
Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc., Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
Made in China P.N. 111463
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