Toastmaster TCM8TD manual

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    USE AND CARE GUIDE MODEL TCM8TD TCM8TD 8-C up T hermal C arafe C offee M aker w ith D igital C lock/ T imer Questions Call toll free 1 - 800-947 -3744 Monday – Friday , 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. CST www .toastmaster .com ? • Programmable LCD clock/timer • Stainless Steel Ther mal Carafe • Auto Pause and Pour • Cone Filter basket with Removabl[...]

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    1. IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: ◆ Read all instructions. ◆ Do not touch hot sur faces. Use handles or knobs. ◆ T o protect against electric shock do not place cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. ◆ Close super vision is ne[...]

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    3. ADDITIONAL IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS W ARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property . ◆ All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance. ◆ T[...]

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    3. ADDITIONAL IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS W ARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property . ◆ All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance. ◆ T[...]

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    5. 4. Plasticizers W arnings CAUTION: T o prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop or tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the countertop or tabletop. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, per manent blemishes may occur or stains can appe[...]

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    5. 4. Plasticizers W arnings CAUTION: T o prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop or tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the countertop or tabletop. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, per manent blemishes may occur or stains can appe[...]

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    7. 6. Using Y our 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker with Digital Clock/Timer BREWING IMPORT ANT: Place coffee maker on a level sur face. 1. Plug the appliance into a standard 120 V AC electrical outlet. 2. Make sure unit is in the OFF position. The Indicator Light will be off. 3. Remove the Carafe from the Base Plate. 4. Remove Carafe Lid by turnin[...]

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    7. 6. Using Y our 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker with Digital Clock/Timer BREWING IMPORT ANT: Place coffee maker on a level sur face. 1. Plug the appliance into a standard 120 V AC electrical outlet. 2. Make sure unit is in the OFF position. The Indicator Light will be off. 3. Remove the Carafe from the Base Plate. 4. Remove Carafe Lid by turnin[...]

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    9. 8. Helpful Hints for Brewing ◆ Always use fresh, cold water for brewing. In areas with hard water or where water contains a high mineral content, use cold filtered water for optimal coffee taste. ◆ For best results, use a premium, fine grind, roast coffee. ◆ Use a #4 paper cone filter or a permanent gold filter . Setting the Clock/Timer SE[...]

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    9. 8. Helpful Hints for Brewing ◆ Always use fresh, cold water for brewing. In areas with hard water or where water contains a high mineral content, use cold filtered water for optimal coffee taste. ◆ For best results, use a premium, fine grind, roast coffee. ◆ Use a #4 paper cone filter or a permanent gold filter . Setting the Clock/Timer SE[...]

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    11. 10. T o Brew a Second Pot of Coffee T o brew a second pot of coffee, wait 15 minutes and allow it to cool. Empty used coffee grounds and repeat steps for brewing coffee. CAUTION: Failure to allow coffee maker to cool may cause water to over heat and spray hot steam. The hot steam can cause severe burns. User Maintenance Instructions This applia[...]

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    11. 10. T o Brew a Second Pot of Coffee T o brew a second pot of coffee, wait 15 minutes and allow it to cool. Empty used coffee grounds and repeat steps for brewing coffee. CAUTION: Failure to allow coffee maker to cool may cause water to over heat and spray hot steam. The hot steam can cause severe burns. User Maintenance Instructions This applia[...]

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    13. 12. EVERYBODY EA TS. 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 CELEBRA T[...]

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    13. 12. EVERYBODY EA TS. 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 CELEBRA T[...]

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    14. ©2004 T oastmaster Inc. A Subsidiary of Salton, Inc. Subsidiaire de Salton, Inc. A una Subsidiaria de Salton, Inc. Contact Information Coordonnées : Contacte a: National Service Center 708 South Missouri Street Macon, Mo 63552 In USA and Canada call: Consumer Ser vice: 1-800-947-3744 Consumer Parts: 1-800-947-3745 consumer_relations@toastmast[...]

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    USE AND CARE GUIDE MODEL TCM8TD TCM8TD 8-C up T hermal C arafe C offee M aker w ith D igital C lock/ T imer Questions Call toll free 1 - 800-947 -3744 Monday – Friday , 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. CST www .toastmaster .com ? • Programmable LCD clock/timer • Stainless Steel Ther mal Carafe • Auto Pause and Pour • Cone Filter basket with Removabl[...]