Close the coffee basket lid. Press the OPEN button to open the swing-out door. Attach thecoffee basket to the swing-out door by ensuring the hinge area of the coffee basket is firmlyseated in its most downward position on the two door hooks. Close the door until it clicksshut.CLICKnote: The safety interlock system will prevent operation if the coffee basket is not in place,if it is not firmly seated on the two door hooks, or if the swing-out door is not closed. The LCDscreen will flash ‘EMPTY COFFEE FILTER’ until the issues are resolved.using the CArAfe moDefirst time use onlyWe recommend flushing the machine to remove any dust particles or residues from themanufacturing process. Follow the proceeding instructions, ensuring to completely fill thewater tank (Step 1), select ‘12 CUPS’ (Step 3) and the ‘PRE-GROUND’ coffee setting (Step4). However do not add any coffee to the coffee basket. Once the cycle is complete,discard the water from the carafe and repeat the cycle again for best results. The machine isnow ready to use.CAutionWe recommend using cold, filtered water. We do not recommend the use of de-mineralizedor distilled water as this may affect the taste of brewed coffee and how the coffee machineis designed to function.1. fill the water tankPress open the flip-top lid. Pour the desired amount of cold, preferably filtered water into thetank using a jug or the provided carafe. If using the carafe, ensure the carafe lid is securelylocked in place. The LCD screen will indicate the amount of water in the tank as it is filled. Themachine will beep when full and the water level float will rise to indicate the maximum level.Do not exceed the 12 cup maximum. Doing so may cause the carafe to overflow or waterspillage at the back of the machine. Close the flip-top lid.note: Check the water level on the LCD screen before use. We recommend alwayskeeping the water tank full. The water tank should be refilled with cold, preferably filteredwater. Do not fill with any other liquid.note: Never pour water into the bean hopper or grinding chamber area. Doing so cancause the grinder to clog. Only re-commence use when the grinding chamber and grindingburrs are completely dry. Refer to Troubleshooting, ‘Moisture clogging grinder’.42