Wabilogic Aroma Fresh Plus MGB003 Coffee Maker User Manual

Introduction

Welcome to your new Wabilogic Aroma Fresh™ Plus coffee maker and grinder. We hope you will be very happy with it.

Parts Identification

The coffee maker includes the following components:

• A: Filter basket
• B, C, D, E: Water tank lid
• F, G: Water level display
• H: Grind level dial
• I: Glass carafe
• J: Carafe lid
• K: Display

The appliance also features several control buttons:

• L: Cup selection button
• M: Ground coffee button
• N: Strength selection button
• O: Start/Brew button
• P: Clock Hour button
• Q: Clock Minute button
• R: Timer button

For Your Safety

Please read all safety notes and the operating manual in full. To avoid danger, pay close attention to the safety and operating instructions. Melitta® and Wabilogic Inc. are not liable for damage caused by ignoring these instructions.

Important Safeguards

• This appliance is for household use only.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be taken to avoid fires, electric shocks, and damages.
• Read all instructions carefully.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance is not recommended and may cause injury.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
• The container is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top or in a microwave oven.
• Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface.
• Do not clean the container with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.
• Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs.
• To disconnect, first turn off the power switch, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
• Do not place cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• Never remove the shower head during the brewing cycle.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.
• Do not remove the bottom cover from the appliance. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Make sure that the voltage in your home corresponds with the voltage indicated on the bottom of the appliance.
• Do not attempt to operate the appliance if it only works intermittently, or stops working altogether.

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Operation

Before First Use

1. Ensure that the main voltage in your home corresponds to that indicated on the appliance. Connect the appliance to the main power.
2. Clean the appliance by filling the water tank with fresh water and running a brew cycle. Removable parts like the carafe and filter basket can be cleaned with mild dish detergent.
3. Allow the appliance to cool down for 5 minutes before the next brewing cycle.

Coffee Preparation

The Aroma Fresh™ Plus can use either whole coffee beans or pre-ground coffee.

Using Coffee Beans

1. Open the bean container lid and fill it with the desired amount of coffee beans. Close the lid. Do not use caramelized coffee beans.
2. Place a Melitta® 1x4® filter into the swivel filter holder. Ensure the holder is correctly seated.
3. Select the grind level using the grind level dial (H). A finer setting (more clockwise rotation) can result in a slightly bitter coffee character, while a coarser setting (more counter-clockwise rotation) results in less bitter coffee.
4. Close the water tank lid. Place the glass carafe (I) into the appliance and ensure the drip stop mechanism is open.
5. Set the number of cups using button (L), which should correspond to the amount of water in the water tank. The display (K) shows the selected cup number. If no cup size is selected, it defaults to 10 cups.
6. Select the coffee strength using button (N). The display shows the selection: one bean icon bean icon for mild, two bean icons for medium, and three bean icons for strong coffee. If no strength is selected, it defaults to medium (two bean icons).
7. Press button (O) to start the grinding and brewing process. The appliance will grind the beans and then begin brewing automatically.
8. After brewing is completed, the appliance will emit 3 beeps, and an indicator will remain on. The hotplate will keep the coffee warm and will turn off automatically after 2 hours, at which point the indicator disappears.
9. The appliance can be turned off manually at any time by pressing button (O) again.

Using Ground Coffee

1. Open the water tank lid and fill with the desired amount of water. Close the lid.
2. Place a Melitta® 1x4® filter into the swivel filter holder. Add ground coffee (recommend 1 scoop per cup). Note: Using too much ground coffee may cause overflow.
3. Close the water tank lid. Place the glass carafe (I) into the appliance and ensure the drip stop mechanism is open.
4. Set the number of cups using button (L).
5. Select the coffee strength using button (N).
6. Press button (M) to select ground coffee mode; a white LED will turn on.
7. Press button (O) to start brewing.
8. The brewing process and warming plate operation are the same as when using beans.

Caution: Beware of hot steam from the steam vent.

Clock and Timer Feature

Setting the Clock

1. When the coffee maker is plugged in, the display will show "12:00" flashing.
2. Set the clock by pressing button (P) for hours and button (Q) for minutes repeatedly until the desired time is reached. You can also hold the buttons down to scroll quickly through the digits.
3. To change between 12-hour (AM/PM) and 24-hour format, press and hold buttons (P) and (Q) simultaneously for 6 seconds. The upper dot on the clock will flash for AM mode, and the lower dot will flash for PM mode.

Setting the Timer

1. The appliance features a TIMER function that allows it to start brewing automatically at a set time.
2. Prepare the appliance as described in Section 2 'COFFEE PREPARATION' without starting the brewing process.
3. Set the desired start time by pressing and holding button (R); the clock display will flash.
4. Set the hour by pressing button (P) and set the minute by pressing button (Q) repeatedly. Or hold the buttons down to scroll quickly.
5. Press button (R) again to confirm the timer setting. A timer icon will appear on the display.
6. The appliance will automatically start to make coffee at the programmed time.
7. To cancel the timer feature, press button (R) again; the timer icon will go off, and the timer function will be deactivated.
8. If you want to change the timer feature, follow the above steps by pressing and holding button (R) again. The clock will flash, and you can set a new brewing time.
9. Note: The programmed start time is saved until a new start time is set or the appliance is unplugged from the power source.

Cleaning and Maintenance

External Cleaning

• Before cleaning, always remove the plug from the socket.
• Never immerse the appliance or cord in water.
• The housing and the bean container can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth.
• The glass carafe, its lid, and the filter basket are dishwasher safe.
• When cold, the hotplate can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth.

Bean Container

• Use a dry cloth or paper towel to clean oily residue.
• Never wash under running water.
• Note: When using oily roasts, it is important to take extra care to clean the bean container. Coffee oils can accumulate in the bean container's grooves and cause beans to have trouble feeding. If oily beans are used more consistently, the bean container will need more frequent cleaning. Regular cleaning of the bean container is recommended.

Ground Coffee Chute

1. Holding the appliance in both hands carefully, lay it on its back.
2. Clean the area above the swivel filter with a brush and a damp cloth.
3. To open the ground coffee chute, press and hold button (M) for 6 seconds. The three bean icon on the display will flash.
4. The ground coffee chute cover opens, and the chute can be cleaned with a brush.
5. To close the ground coffee chute, press button (O). The three bean icon on the display disappears.
6. Put the swivel filter back in place and stand the appliance up again.
7. The ground coffee chute will remain open and the three bean icon will keep flashing until you press button (O).
8. If you unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and insert the plug again, the ground coffee chute will close automatically.

Descaling

The appliance is equipped with a DESCALING alert feature. When "dCAL" appears intermittently on the display, it reminds you that the appliance needs to be descaled.

1. Follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding amounts and pour the descaling agent into the water tank. Alternatively, use half a water tank of white vinegar diluted with clean water. Please do not exceed the maximum water level.
2. Press button (O) to start the descaling brew cycle.
3. After descaling, press button (O) to turn off the appliance.
4. To remove the "dCAL" alert, press and hold button (N) for 6 seconds. A beep sound will occur, and the "dCAL" alert on the display will flash for a while. The descaling alert will be deactivated.
5. At the end of the descaling process, the appliance should be rinsed through twice, using the maximum amount of water without coffee. This will remove any remaining descaling solution or limescale deposits.

Limited Warranty

In addition to the legal warranty claims, to which the end user is entitled relative to the seller, Wabilogic Inc. grants a manufacturer's warranty under the following conditions for the device, if it was purchased from a dealer authorized by Wabilogic Inc. due to their consulting competence:

• 1 year limited warranty from the date of original purchase.
• This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt as proof of claim.
• Defects that occur due to improper connection, improper handling, or repair attempts by non-authorized persons are not covered by the warranty. The same applies for failure to comply with the use of consumables (e.g., cleaning and descaling agents) that do not correspond to the original specifications. Wear parts (e.g., seals, valves) and fragile parts are excluded from the warranty.
• This device was designed and built for household use only. It is not suitable for other uses.
• Warranty does not cover damages that are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. This is valid especially for claims arising from improper use (e.g., operation with incorrect voltage or improper handling).