Imusa GAU-18201 Manual De Instrucciones página 10

Decalcifying
The frequency of cleaning depends upon the hardness of the water used. The following table gives the
suggested cleaning intervals.
Mineral deposits left by hard water can clog your appliance.
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Make sure the control knob is in the OFF position.
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Raise a frothing pitcher (not included) filled ¾ of the way with hot water into the frother for 15
seconds. This will clear any milk residue from the steam nozzle and frother. Discard the hot
water.
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Remove the water reservoir cap by turning it counter-clockwise.
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Fill the glass carafe with white cooking vinegar up to the 2 cup mark.
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Pour the vinegar from the carafe into the reservoir.
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Fill the glass carafe with cold fresh water up to the 2 cup mark.
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Pour the water from the carafe into the reservoir.
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Close the water reservoir cap by turning clockwise and ensure it is closed properly and tightly so
steam does not escape during the brewing process.
Note: Always be sure the cap is tightened securely before turning the coffeemaker on.
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Attach empty filter basket and holder.
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Place the empty glass carafe with lid on drip tray directly under the brewing head.
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Plug into a standard 120 Volt AC outlet.
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Rotate the function knob to the "cup" symbol (
light indicates that the coffeemaker is on.
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After approximately 2 minutes, vinegar solution will flow into the carafe.
Caution: Do not open the cap to the water reservoir or remove the filter holder during the brewing
process. Scalding may occur.
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As the vinegar begins to flow into the carafe, place a frothing pitcher filled ¾ of the way with
cold water under the steam nozzle.
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Raise a frothing pitcher into the frother just under the surface of water. Rotate the function
knob to the steam position (
This will clear any additional milk residue from the steam nozzle
Note: If the frother is not under the water surface, splattering will occur.
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Turn the function knob back to the "cup" symbol (
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When brewing stops, turn the function knob to OFF.
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Discard the water from frothing pitcher.
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Repeat the steps above using cold water to rinse away any traces of vinegar. It is recommended
to repeat this cold water cycle twice.
Suggested cleaning intervals
Type of water Frequency
Soft water Every 80 brew cycles
Hard water Every 40 brew cycles
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