Model #454 CoffeeTEAM™ S 10-cup, 50 oz.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS C. Do not use a cracked container or a container having a loose or weakened handle. D. Do not clean container with cleaners, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3.
CONTENTS Capresso CoffeeTEAM™ S Page Page 1a. Welcome and Thank You ....................................................4 1b. How to reach Capresso......................................................4 8. Grinding and brewing coffee now ......................................13 8a. Drip Stop / Stop-And-Serve.........................................14 8b. Using different beans at different times.......................15 8c. Using the Coffee Maker without the Grinder ...............15 8d. Warmkeeping ......
ATTENTION: Traces of Coffee In order to ensure proper functioning, your CoffeeTEAM S has been calibrated and tested with coffee beans. As a result, some traces of coffee may remain in your machine. 2. Important information about coffee beans and the built-in burr grinder 2a. Storing Coffee Beans in the Freezer? Coffee Stores do not store coffee beans in the freezer or refrigerator! Coffee will act like baking soda, absorbing all odors and tastes surrounding it.
• Never unplug your CoffeeTEAM S in the middle of a grinding/brewing cycle. • Never open the water container lid during the brewing process. • Never grind into the filter holder unless it is empty of previously used coffee grounds. • Never operate the machine when the feeder channel cover is removed. • Do not add any liquid flavorings or syrups to the beans. • If you like flavored beans we recommend buying liquid flavorings at your local coffee store.
USER COMPONENTS Operating Panel A Bean Container Lid B Bean Container and Display Fig.
4. Equipment The CoffeeTEAM S (#454) comes with: a. this instruction book (includes warranty and Capresso product registration) b. an order form for parts and accessories c. one measuring scoop d. one glass carafe with lid e. one GoldTone filter, size 4 f. one cover lid for the filter holder insert g. filter holder insert h. water filtration container with detachable bottom i. charcoal water filter cartridge If any of these parts are missing, please call toll-free: 1-800-767-3554.
7.3 Setting The Time Push and hold the "h"-button (G8) to set the hour. Then push and hold the "m"-button (G9) to set the minutes. Now the time is set. To change the actual time, repeat above steps. 7. Preparing the machine 7.1 Before First Use a. After unpacking clean all loose parts with warm water and make yourself familiar with the different functions. b. After reading the instructions, brew 3 cups of water to clean all internal parts and to activate the charcoal filter. 7.
e. If you wish to check the programmed settings, push the "prog" button (G10). The display will show you the future time and the future grinder settings. b. Push the "prog" button (G10). The saucer blinks. The display will read "AM 12:00" and shows the number "10" in bold. c. Push and hold the”h”-button (G8) to program the hour at which you would like to make coffee later. Push and hold the “m”-button (G9) to program the minutes at which you would like to make coffee later.
container. Caution: Check beans for foreign objects (see page 5, chapter 2e). The bean container will hold approximately 6 oz. (1/3 lb.) of beans (good for 20 to 30 cups of coffee). Select the fineness setting (C) by turning the bean container until the line matches up with one of the four dots in front of the bean container. For first time use, we recommend the coarsest setting - the largest dot. Note: Never fill the bean container with frozen or coated beans (see chapters 2a and 2d, page 4). 7.
brewings. The green charcoal filter light will start blinking either after 6 weeks or after the On/Off Button has been turned on 60 times whichever comes first, reminding you to replace the cartridge. find a difference in taste in your coffee when using the water filtration system. However, most tap water is treated with chlorine. The water filter cartridge removes up to 82% of the chlorine found in your tap water.
7.9 Filling The Water Container Open the water container lid (I) and pour the desired amount of fresh, cold water through the filtration container (K). Note: Using the cup graduation on the glass carafe, always pour approximately one cup of water more into the water container to compensate for water lost during the brewing process. Maximum amount of cold water: approximately 1/4 inch above the 10-cup marking on the glass carafe.
7.11 Cover Lid The cover lid (L) minimizes static coffee particles clinging to the outside of the filter holder. • Open the water container lid (I). • Make sure that the filter holder insert and the GoldTone filter (or your filter paper) are inserted in the filter holder (O). • Place the cover lid on top of the filter holder insert (M) so that the large hole is on the left side. Make sure that the front rim fits snugly into the groove created by the filter holder insert and the outside filter holder.
insert your finger or any other object into the grinder. FIRST TIME GRINDING: First use of the grinder will yield a bit less ground coffee (which is used to fill the feeder channel). All further grinding will yield the correct amount of ground coffee. coffee could flow upwards into the feeder channel. • Push the on/off button (G4) until the red light turns on. The grinder will start grinding and the coffee will fall into the filter.
case, do not move the filter holder underneath the grinder. • Open the water container lid (I). • Fill the desired amount of fresh, cold water into the water container. • Remove the cover lid (L) from the filter holder. • Fill the desired amount of ground coffee into the GoldTone filter (or paper filter). • Close the water container lid. • Make sure that the carafe (with the lid) sits underneath the filter holder on the heating plate (H). • Push the on/off button (G4) until the red light turns on.
brewing process will start. 10. Cleaning CAUTION: Make sure machine is turned off and cooled down. Never use scouring agents. Never immerse the machine in any liquid. Never clean machine under running water. Dishwasher safe (upper rack): Glass carafe (remove snap-on lid before placing in dishwasher) and GoldTone filter. 9. Grinding and Brewing Coffee Later • Program the timer and grinder setting as described in chapter 7.5, page 8. • Fill beans into the bean container (see page 10, chapter 7.7).
filter holder. Repeat if necessary. 10f. Cleaning The Feeder Channel Periodically check the feeder channel for oil and coffee build-up. As long as you can see coffee flowing freely through the feeder channel window there is no need to open the cover. The feeder channel should be cleaned in any of the following situations: • moisture or heavy oil build-up has caused the ground coffee to block the feeder channel, or • you do not plan on using the grinder for more than a week. 10c.
b. With a coin, turn the screw on top of the feeder channel a quarter turn counter clockwise to the 12 o’clock position. d. Move the filter holder underneath the grinder until it locks. closed open e. Use the handle of the scoop to scrape out blocked coffee or leftover toast into the filter holder. f. Wipe the inside clean with a dry cloth. c. Firmly lift the feeder channel cover upwards and to the right as shown, and set aside.
g. Push the manual release button upwards. The filter holder will swing back to the right. 11. DECALCIFYING For prolonged use of your appliance it is necessary to decalcify regularly. Calcium (limestone) found in drinking water will leave deposits in the machine. We highly recommend that you decalcify your coffee maker at least every four months. ATTENTION: Before decalcifying, remove the GoldTone filter, the water filtration container and the charcoal filter.
12. FAQ (Technical Questions) A. In the program mode, the saucer blinks. Three different display modes are possible: Q1. I accidentally locked the filter holder underneath the grinder. What do I do? A. Push the Manual Release Button upwards (see page 19). 1.Current time and grinder settings. Q2. There is no coffee coming out of the grinder. It seems as though the coffee is completely clogged inside the grinder. What do I do? A. Please follow the steps outlined in chapter 10f, page 17. 2.
tainer (as well as you can), remove the filter holder insert and GoldTone filter, open the water container lid and turn the machine upside down over a sink. You need to reset all settings. amount indicator at 10, change the strength indicator to strong, and set the fineness selector in the coarsest position (largest dot). If the coffee is still not strong enough, use a little less water. Q12. When I unplug the machine, the display shows random symbols for about 15 seconds, then turns off.
14. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty covers your CAPRESSO machine, model #454. This warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first consumer purchase and is limited to the United States of America. This warranty covers all defects in materials or workmanship (parts and labor) including UPS ground transportation for both ways, if necessary. The warranty does not cover: • Any machine not distributed by CAPRESSO within the United States.
q $100,000 – $250,000 q $250,000 + or FAX to: (201) 767-9684. Mail to CAPRESSO Inc., P.O.
