Toastmaster Coffeemaker TCM4R User Manual

Automatic Drip  
Coffeemaker  
USE AND CARE GUIDE  
MODELS TCM4W, TCM4WCAN, TCM4B,  
TCM4BCAN, TCM4R AND TCM4RCAN  
 
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should  
always be followed, including the following:  
N Read all instructions.  
N Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.  
N To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plugs, or  
appliance in water or other liquid.  
N Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or  
near children.  
N Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to  
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the  
appliance.  
N Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after  
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.  
Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.  
N The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance  
may cause injuries.  
N Do not use outdoors.  
N Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot  
surfaces.  
N Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated  
oven.  
N To disconnect, switch Power Select Button to OFF (O) then remove  
plug from wall outlet.  
N Do not use appliance for other than intended use.  
N Be certain Lids are securely in place before operating appliance.  
N Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.  
N The Carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be  
used on a range top.  
N Do not set a hot Carafe on a wet or cold surface.  
N Do not use a cracked Carafe or a Carafe having a loose or  
weakened handle.  
N Do not clean Carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other  
abrasive material.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
For Household Use Only  
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT  
SAFEGUARDS  
WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during  
use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns,  
fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.  
N All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and  
Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.  
N The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120 V AC  
electrical outlet only.  
N Use water only in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or  
food products in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything to the  
water placed in this appliance, except as instructed in the User  
Maintenance Instructions to clean the appliance.  
N DO NOT attempt to move an appliance containing hot liquids.  
Allow appliance to cool completely before moving.  
N Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects  
during operation. Do not place any objects on top of appliance  
while it is operating. Place the appliance on a surface that is  
resistant to heat.  
N If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, switch the  
Power Select Button to OFF (O), then immediately unplug the cord.  
Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.  
N If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water or  
any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into water!  
Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or has become  
immersed in water. Contact Consumer Service for examination  
and repair.  
N Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.  
N The appliance must be left to cool down sufficiently before adding  
more water to avoid spattering.  
N Always use fresh, cool water in your appliance. Warm water or  
other liquids, except as listed in the cleaning section, may cause  
damage to the appliance.  
N DO NOT put Carafe into a microwave.  
N DO NOT leave empty Carafe on Warming Plate when appliance is  
turned ON “I”, as the Carafe may crack or become otherwise  
damaged.  
CAUTION: To prevent injury when utilizing Pause and Pour (drip-  
stop) feature, replace Carafe within 20 seconds of removing during  
brewing process.  
Automatic Drip Coffeemaker Use and Care Guide  
2.  
 
Short Cord Instructions  
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting  
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.  
Do not use an extension cord with this product.  
Polarized Plug  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the  
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit  
into 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 modify the plug in any way.  
Electric Power  
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your  
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a  
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.  
WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC  
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BOTTOM COVER. NO USER-  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY  
AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.  
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Getting to Know Your Toastmaster  
Automatic Drip Coffeemaker  
Your product may vary slightly from illustration.  
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1. Removable Cone Filter Basket  
(P/N 31149)  
2. Swing-Out Filter Holder  
(P/N 31150*)  
3. Auto Pause and Pour  
(P/N 31151*)  
4. Carafe Lid (P/N 31152*)  
5. Carafe Handle  
8. Power Cord  
9. Power Select Button  
10. Power Light  
11. Water Level Indicator  
12. Water Chamber  
13. Water Chamber Lid  
(P/N 31154*)  
*When ordering replacement  
parts, please add proper color suffix  
to get part number.  
6. Glass Carafe w/Lid  
(P/N 31153*)  
7. Warming Plate  
W = White; B = Black; R = Red  
Automatic Drip Coffeemaker Use and Care Guide  
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Coffee Filters  
Cone-shaped paper filters are available locally at grocery stores and  
where coffee makers are sold. Standard #2 filters should be used.  
The use of basket-style paper filters is not recommended, since they  
do not conform to the shape of the Filter Basket and may cause  
coffee to back up and spill over during brewing.  
Before You Use Your Coffeemaker  
Before preparing coffee in your new Coffeemaker, thoroughly clean  
the Carafe, Carafe Lid and Removable Cone Filter Basket in hot,  
sudsy water. Rinse and dry. Replace disassembled parts. Clean the  
inside of the Coffeemaker by brewing two full Carafes of tap water  
(see “Brewing Instructions” below). Do not place coffee in Removable  
Cone Filter Basket for this initial cleaning.  
NOTE: At the end of first cycle, turn Coffeemaker off and wait ten  
minutes. Turn unit on and brew second Carafe of water.  
Brewing Instructions  
1. Plug Coffeemaker into any 120 V AC electrical outlet.  
2. Fill Carafe with cold tap water and pour into Water Chamber.  
Markings on the Carafe indicate level of water required to brew  
desired number of cups. No less than two cups is recommended.  
NOTE: The amount of brewed coffee will always be less than the  
amount of water placed into Coffeemaker, since about 10% is  
absorbed by coffee grounds and paper filter.  
3. Place a #2 paper cone-shaped filter in Removable Cone Filter  
Basket. Place Removable Cone Filter Basket in the Swing-Out  
Filter Holder. Measure one level tablespoon of drip or regular  
grind coffee for each cup of coffee desired. For stronger or  
milder coffee, adjust amount of coffee to suit your taste.  
4. Return Swing-Out Filter Holder to the closed position.  
5. Place Carafe on Warming Plate.  
6. Switch Power Select Button to ON (I).  
5.  
 
Brewing Instructions (Cont.)  
7. If you wish to serve a cup of coffee before brew cycle is  
completed, simply remove Carafe from Warming Plate. Dripping  
will automatically cease. Return Carafe to position on Warming  
Plate within 20 seconds; dripping will resume.  
8. Upon completion of the brew cycle, wait about one minute until  
the brew dripping from the Removable Cone Filter Basket into  
the Carafe has stopped. Carafe Lid should be kept in place to  
facilitate safe serving and help keep coffee at proper serving  
temperature.  
9. To keep coffee hot, return Carafe to the Warming Plate after  
serving. The Warming Plate will automatically cycle to maintain  
ideal serving temperature as long as the Coffeemaker is ON.  
10. Switch Coffeemaker to OFF (O) when Carafe is empty or when  
unit is not in use.  
11. To brew another Carafe of coffee, turn unit OFF and wait 10  
minutes to allow heating element to cool.  
IMPORTANT: If unit is not allowed to cool before immediate  
repeated use, water placed in Water Chamber may become  
overheated and a spray of steam could be released from opening,  
creating a risk of burns.  
Brewing a Second Pot of Coffee  
As mentioned above, it is recommended that the Coffeemaker should  
be in OFF (O) position for 10 minutes between cycles, in order to  
allow unit to cool. While unit is in OFF position, rinse Carafe in water  
and dispose of filter and coffee grounds.  
Repeat brewing procedure.  
Automatic Drip Coffeemaker Use and Care Guide  
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Hints for Great Tasting Coffee  
N A clean Coffeemaker is essential for making great tasting coffee.  
Regular cleaning, as specified in “Care and Cleaning” section on  
page 8 is highly recommended.  
N Always use fresh, cold water in your Coffeemaker.  
N Finer grinds, such as drip and ADC coffee, promote fuller extraction  
and provide rich, full-bodied coffee. Regular grind will require  
slightly more coffee per cup to provide the strength of a finer grind.  
N Store coffee in a cool, dry place. Once coffee has been opened,  
keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.  
N For optimum coffee, buy whole beans and grind them finely just  
before brewing.  
N Do not re-use coffee grounds since this will greatly impair  
coffee flavor.  
N Reheating coffee is not recommended. Coffee is at its peak flavor  
immediately after brewing.  
N Small oil droplets on the surface of brewed, black coffee is due to  
the extraction of oil from the coffee grounds. Oiliness may occur  
more frequently if heavily roasted coffees are used. Overextraction  
may also cause oiliness, indicating a need to clean your  
Coffeemaker.  
User Maintenance Instructions  
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user  
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to a  
qualified appliance repair technician if servicing is needed.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Always make sure Coffeemaker is unplugged and Warming Plate is  
cool before attempting to clean. After daily use, the Removable Cone  
Filter Basket and Carafe should be washed in hot, sudsy water. Wipe  
exterior with a damp cloth to remove superficial stains. For stubborn  
stains, use a nylon or plastic pad with a non-abrasive cleanser, such as  
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Bon Ami or Arm & Hammer . Do not use metal scouring pads or  
abrasive cleansers.  
Special cleaning of your Coffeemaker is recommended at least once a  
month, depending on frequency of use and quality of water used in  
the unit. If water in your area is especially hard, the following  
cleaning procedure should be performed every two weeks, since  
minerals in water can detract from the flavor of the coffee and  
possibly lengthen brew time.  
1. Fill Carafe with one part white vinegar to three parts cold water.  
Pour water and vinegar solution into the Water Chamber.  
2. Place a #2 paper filter in the Removable Cone Filter Basket. Place  
Removable Cone Filter Basket in the Swing-Out Filter Holder and  
swing to closed position. Place Carafe on Warming Plate. Switch  
Power Select Button to ON (I). During cleaning, more steam will  
occur than during normal brewing.  
3. KEEP THE COFFEEMAKER ON UNTIL CARAFE IS HALF  
FULL. Switch Power Select Button to OFF (O). When liquid stops  
dripping from Filter Holder into the Carafe, remove the Basket  
and Carafe and allow liquid to cool in the Carafe for 10 minutes.  
When cooled, pour liquid back into the Water Chamber.  
4. Replace Basket and return Carafe to Warming Plate.  
5. Switch Power Select Button to ON (I). Repeat procedure,  
allowing all the cleaning solution to empty into the Carafe.  
After dripping has stopped, discard contents of Carafe.  
6. After allowing Coffeemaker to cool for 10 minutes, rinse it  
out by brewing a Carafe full of cold water. Make sure to insert  
Removable Cone Filter Basket into the Filter Holder before  
brewing.  
7. At end of brew cycle, switch Power Select Button to OFF (O).  
Discard water in the Carafe. Wash Carafe, and Removable Cone  
Filter Basket in hot sudsy water. Dry parts.  
8. When Coffeemaker has cooled, wipe exterior with a dry cloth.  
Automatic Drip Coffeemaker Use and Care Guide  
8.  
 
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
Warranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or  
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty  
is extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable. For  
a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase of the product, our Repair Center  
will, at its option, either (1) repair the product or (2) replace the product with a reconditioned  
comparable model. These remedies are the purchaser's exclusive remedies under this warranty.  
Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service, you must call our warranty service number at  
1-800-233-9054 for return instructions on how to deliver the product, in either the original  
packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the Repair Center specified  
below. You must enclose a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase  
to demonstrate eligibility for warranty coverage.  
To return the appliance, ship to:  
To contact us, please write to, call, or email:  
ATTN: Repair Center  
708 South Missouri Street  
Macon, MO 63552 USA  
Consumer Relations Department  
PO Box 7366  
Columbia, MO 65205-7366 USA  
1-800-233-9054  
What Is Not Covered: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from misuse, accident,  
commercial use, improper service or any other damage caused by anything other than defects  
in material or workmanship during ordinary consumer use. This warranty is invalid if the serial  
number has been altered or removed from the product. This warranty is valid only in the  
United States and Canada.  
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: THERE SHALL BE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR  
CONDITION ON THIS PRODUCT.  
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE  
LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ON THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE  
DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.  
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations  
or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you  
may have other rights under the laws of your jurisdiction.  
For more information on our products, visit our website: www.maxim-toastmaster.com.  
© 2006 Toastmaster Inc.  
All Rights Reserved  
P/N 61820CAN  
Rev. 1 3/06  
Printed in China  
9.  
 
Keep Dated Sales Receipt for Warranty Service.  
Keep this booklet. Record the following for reference:  
Date purchased _______________________________________________  
Model number _______________________________________________  
Date code (stamped on bottom)________________________________  
EVERYBODY EATS. It’s a fact of life.  
But sometimes preparing  
meals can become a chore.  
That’s why TOASTMASTER has been invited  
into millions of kitchens just like yours  
so we can HELP YOU MASTER your  
mixing, baking, grilling, toasting,  
brewing, heating and serving  
tasks WITH EASE AND STYLE.  
The TOASTMASTER name stands for a  
CELEBRATION of INNOVATION designed  
to serve your life and keep you  
COOKIN’ IN STYLE.  
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