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Coffeemaker
Use and Care Guide
Model 543U
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using appliance.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• Do not immerse cord, plug or coffeemaker unit in water or other liquid.
• This appliance is not for use by children.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before attach-
ing or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Carafe must never be used on a range top. Use only the designated carafe
for your coffeemaker.
• Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
• Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.
• Do not clean carafe with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pads or other abrasive
material.
• Do not remove basket or lids during brewing cycle.
• Allow filter basket to cool before removing it from coffeemaker.
• DO NOT POUR LIQUID OTHER THAN WATER AND THE CLEANING
SOLUTION SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL INTO THE WATER CHAMBER
(see instructions for cleaning the coffeemaker).
• Do not move entire unit when carafe contains hot liquid.
• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a damaged cord
or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service center for exam-
ination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
CHARCOAL FILTRATION SYSTEM
Tabs
COFFEEMAKER
Charcoal Filter Water
Chamber and Lid with
Filter Replacement
Label
Front Water Fill
and Lid
Charcoal
Filter
Removable
Liner
Water
Chamber
Water Level
Indicator
Swing Out
Filter
Basket
Charcoal
Filter
Automatic
Pause and
Pour
Non-Stick
Warming Plate
Charcoal
Filter
Holder
Tab
Lighted
ON/OFF
Switch
Glass Carafe
and Lid
Brew Strength
Selector
Cord Storage
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
BEFORE USING YOUR COFFEEMAKER
Caution: Unplug from outlet. Turn switch to off position O.
Become familiar with parts of the unit, (see figures 1 and 2).
Clean the carafe and lid, removable filter liner, permanent goldtone filter, water
chamber lid, and holder. Insert charcoal water filter; do not attempt to clean the
filter. See “CARE AND CLEANING.” Fill the coffeemaker with the maximum
amount of water and turn the unit on. Follow procedures for “BREWING” (with-
out coffee). Unplug coffeemaker and discard the water. Wait 10 minutes to
allow heating elements to cool. Repeat the process one more time.
Caution: Do not immerse cord, plug or coffeemaker unit in water or other liquid.
PERMANENT GOLDTONE FILTER
Your permanent goldtone filter with handle can be used every time you brew,
eliminating the need for paper filters. Simply drop inside removable liner and fold
the handle down.
WATER FILTER
This unit features an optional charcoal water filter to provide optimum taste and
removal of most of the chlorine from tap water, along with other metals and par-
ticles often found in tap water. To insert the charcoal filter, remove the lid of the
water chamber. Take the water chamber by the handle and lift directly up and
out. Turn filter holder counter clockwise until it releases. Place charcoal filter
in water filter holder, aligning arrow on chamber with tab on holder, push up
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and turn clockwise, (see figure 2).Reposition chamber in coffeemaker aligning
tabs on chamber and grooves in coffeemaker, replace lid.The water will be fil-
tered when poured either directly through the water chamber or through the
frontal water fill. Filters should be replaced either after 60 uses or 6 weeks
(whichever occurs first) and can be ordered directly from Toastmaster by call-
ing toll-free 1-800-947-3744.
Each charcoal water filter comes with a set of monthly stickers to attach to the
label located on the water chamber lid.Write day next to month; this will allow
you to keep track when you started using the water filter.
If you use spring or bottled water or your water contains only a small amount
of chlorine, you may not notice a difference in the taste of your coffee when
using the filter.
BREW STRENGTH SELECTOR
To ensure optimum flavor, the brewing strength selector regulates the brewing
process based upon the amount of coffee being prepared.When preparing four
cups or less, turn the switch to the 1-4. This will slow down the flow of water
into the filter basket to provide a rich coffee flavor by promoting a better satu-
ration of grounds for smaller quantities. When preparing five or more cups, turn
the switch to 5-10.This will prepare a full pot of coffee at the normal rate, allow-
ing ample time for the grounds to be saturated, without importing a bitter taste.
BREWING
1. Make sure unit is in the OFF position O, (top of switch pushed in). The
indicator light will be off.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
3. Lift up the hinged water fill lid located at the front of unit and slowly add
cold water to desired level using the water level indicator (between 3-10
cups). You may also pour water directly into the charcoal filter chamber.
Both filling methods allow water to pass through the charcoal water filter.
4. Make sure that carafe with lid is properly seated on warming plate.
5. Open swing out filter basket. Insert the permanent goldtone filter or a #4
cone-shaped paper filter into removable liner and add coffee grounds.
Return basket to closed position; it will click into place. Use approxi-
mately 1 measuring spoon of grounds for every cup of coffee.
6. Select brew strength, 1-4 cups or 5-10 cups.
7. Press bottom of switch to ON position I. The indicator light will turn on.
8. If you wish to serve a cup of coffee before brew cycle is complete –
“Pause and Pour,” – simply remove carafe from warming plate. Dripping
will automatically cease. Return carafe to position on warming plate
within 30 seconds; dripping will resume.
Note: If the carafe is not returned to the warming plate, the coffee will over-
flow from the filter basket.
9. Warming plate will automatically cycle to maintain serving temperature
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as long as switch is on.
10. Press top of switch to OFF position O when carafe is empty or not in use.
The indicator light will turn off.
11. Unplug and allow to cool for 10 minutes between cycles.
IMPORTANT: If not allowed to cool before immediate repeated use, water
placed in water chamber may become overheated. A spray of steam could be
released from openings, creating a risk of burns.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR BREWING
• The markings on the water level indicator reflect the quality of fresh water.
The quantity of brewed coffee is less because the coffee grounds absorb
water.
• Never use hot or carbonated water. This will damage the appliance.
• Never pour milk, liquid coffee, tea, etc. into the water chamber.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Turn switch to OFF position O.
2. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
3. Open swing out filter basket and use handle to lift out removable liner,
and permanent goldtone filter, (if used). Discard coffee grounds and
paper filter, (if used). Wash and dry all removable parts. Replace liner by
fitting notch and handle in groove of filter basket.
4. Clean the outside of the coffeemaker with a damp cloth.
CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR COFFEEMAKER UNIT IN
WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.
The life of your coffeemaker will be longer if you replace the charcoal filter as
recommended, after 6 weeks or 60 uses.
DESCALING
We recommend you deep clean your coffeemaker once a month since miner-
al deposits from tap water can form a coating in the coffeemaker, causing slow-
er brewing time and possibly an off flavor in the coffee.To deep clean your cof-
feemaker:
1. Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into the carafe, and add cold water up to the 4 cup
mark, pour into coffeemaker.
2. Place the permanent goldtone filter, or a clean paper filter in the filter bas-
ket and close.
3. Remove charcoal filtration system, (water chamber, filter holder, and filter).
4. Follow “BREWING” instructions, (without coffee).
5. When the carafe has filled to the top of the metal band, turn to the OFF
position O. Carefully remove the carafe and place on a heat resistant
surface. Wait 15 minutes and pour solution back into coffeemaker. Be sure
that basket is still in proper position.
6. Return carafe to warming plate.
7. Turn unit on again.Allow all solution to empty into carafe;turn unit off. After
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dripping stops, discard solution.
8. Allow coffeemaker to cool 10 minutes. Rinse it out by replacing charcoal fil-
tration system and brewing a carafe full of cold water, (without coffee).
Make sure to insert permanent goldtone filter or a fresh paper filter before
brewing.
9. At end of cycle, turn to OFF position O, discard water and paper filter, (if
used). Wash and dry all removable parts, (except charcoal filter).
10. When coffeemaker has cooled, wipe exterior with a damp cloth.
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must
be performed by an authorized service center.
SERVICEINFORMATION
Please refer to warranty statement to determine if in-warranty service applies.
This appliance must be serviced by a Toastmaster authorized service center.
Unauthorized service will void warranty. Consult your phone directory under
“Appliances-Household-Small-Service and Repair,” or call 1-800-947-3744 in
the U.S. and Canada, 52-5-397-2848 in Mexico.
If an authorized service center is not available locally, your appliance may be
returned postage prepaid to our National Service Center at the address shown
on the back of this book.
Products must be adequately protected to avoid shipping damage. Surround
your appliance with three inches of protective padding and include a copy of
your dated sales receipt and a note explaining the problem you have experi-
enced. We recommend insuring your package. No CODs accepted.
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Toastmaster Inc. warrants this product, to original purchaser, for one year from purchase date to be free of defects in mater-
ial and workmanship.
This warranty is the only written or express warranty given by Toastmaster Inc.This warranty gives you specific legal rights.
You may have other rights which vary from state to state. ANY OTHER RIGHT WHICH YOU MAY HAVE, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Defective product may be brought or sent (freight prepaid) to an authorized service center listed in the phone book, or to
Service Department, Toastmaster Inc., 708 South Missouri St., Macon, MO 63552, for free repair or replacement at our option.
Your remedy does not include: cost of inconvenience, damage due to product failure, transportation damages, misuse, abuse,
accident or the like, or commercial use. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOASTMASTER INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden-
tal or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
For information, write Consumer Claims Manager, at the Macon address. Send name, address, zip, telephone area code
and daytime number, model, serial number, and purchase date.
KEEP DATED SALES RECEIPT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Keep this booklet. Record the following for reference:
Date purchased
Model number
Date code (stamped on bottom)
Horario:8:00 a.m.hasta 4:30 p.m., hora del
Centro
National Service Center
708 South MIssouri St.
Toastmaster de México, SA de CV
Cerrada de Recursos
Macon, MO 63552
In USA and Canada call:
Hidráulicos Numero 6
Consumer Service 1-800-947-3744
Consumer Parts 1-800-947-3745
Hours:8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.CST
Aux É.-U. et au Canada, veuillez appeler
Service consommateur :1-800-947-3744
La Loma Industrial
Tlalnepantla de Baz, C.P. 54060
Estado de México
Piéces détachées consommateur :1-800-947-3745
Heures ouvrables :8 h - 16 h 30 Heure Centrale
En México - 52-5-397-2848
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