Sharp SA-BC2002A Bedienungsanleitung Seite 7

Cleaning and Maintenance
CAUTION: Be sure to unplug this appliance before cleaning. To protect against electrical
shock, do not immerse cord, plug or unit in water or liquid. After each use, always make
sure that the plug is removed from wall outlet.
1. Clean all detachable parts after each use in hot, sudsy water.
2. Wipe the product's exterior surface with a soft, damp cloth to remove stains.
3. Water droplets may buildup in the area above the funnel and drip onto the product
base during brewing. To control the dripping, wipe off the area with a clean, dry
cloth after each use of the product.
4. Use a damp cloth to gently wipe the warming plate. Never use abrasive cleaner to
clean it.
5. Replace all parts and keep for next use.
Removing Mineral Deposits
To keep your coffee maker operating efficiently, you should clean away the mineral
deposits left by the water regularly depending upon the water quality and hardness in
your area and the frequency of use of the appliance, the cleaning detail is as follows:
1. Fill the water tank with water and descaler to the MAX level as indicated on the
water tank. The usual ratio of water to descaler is 4:1, unless otherwise instructed
on descaler. Please use "household descaler", you can use the citric acid instead of
descaler (use one hundred parts of water and three parts of citric acid).
2. Put the carafe on the warming plate and ensure it is placed in position.
3. Press the "ON/OFF" button once, its indicator illuminates. After a while, water will
start dripping automatically.
4. After percolating the equivalent of one cup, switch off the appliance by pressing the
"ON/OFF" button again.
5. Leave the solution to work for 15 minutes. Repeat the steps 3-5 again.
6. Turn the appliance on by pressing the "ON/OFF" button once and continue the cycle
until the water tank is completely empty.
7. Rinse by operating the appliance with fresh water at least 3 times.
Hints for Great-tasting Coffee
1. A clean coffee maker is essential for making great-tasting coffee. Regularly clean the
coffee maker as specified in the "CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE" section. Always
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