Bunn NHBX Initial Set Up Guide

IMPORTANT: Brewer is NOT ready to plug in until you have followed the steps below. Do NOT plug in the brewer until step #5.

1. Slide empty funnel into funnel guides as shown.
2. Bunn-NHBX-Initial-Set-Up-Guide-User-Manual-FIG-13 or lift brewer lid and pour water into brewer. Position the decanter on the base below the funnel. Close the lid and wait three minutes while the internal tank partially fills.
3.  Open the lid. Remove the decanter and fill it with cold water again. Pour water into the brewer. Position the decanter on base under the funnel and close the lid.
4.  Wait until water flows from the funnel. When water flow stops, pour out any water that has been collected in the decanter. Replace the decanter on the brewer below the funnel.
5. Now, plug in the brewer.
6.  Press the bottom of the vacation switch, located on the side of the brewer, to turn unit on (Press I to turn on and press O to turn off.) Wait 15 minutes for the water in the tank to heat.

See the steps on page 5 for brewing perfect coffee. 4

Brewing Perfect Coffee

See page 4 for the initial setup before brewing the first time.

1.  Insert the BUNN coffee filter into the brew funnel.
2.  Measure fresh coffee into the filter and shake gently to level the bed of grounds. (We recommend 1-2 heaping Tbsps. of drip grind per cup of coffee).
3.  Slide the brew funnel into funnel guides and open lid.
4.  Pour in cold water; minimum 4 cups (20 oz), up to maximum 10 cups (50 oz) Do not close the lid without the funnel and decanter in place. Closing the lid releases the hot water.
5.  Position the decanter in place on the base under the funnel of the brewer. (With BTX, pre-heat carafe with hot water
6.  Turn on the warmer. (not applicable with BTX ThermoFresh brewer)
7.  Close the lid to start the flow of water
8. When brewing has stopped, remove the brew funnel and discard the filter and grounds. Do not touch hot grounds.
   • To pre-heat the thermal carafe, fill it with hot water for approximately 30 seconds. Empty before brewing coffee into the carafe.
   • BUNN filters are unique. Made with a special grade of paper for the best coffee flavor, our filters are designed for strength, so the sides are taller and you don’t end up with overflow and grounds in your coffee.

Better Brewing
BUNN home brewers are made to do exactly what BUNN commercial brewers do: produce great-tasting coffee – quickly, simply and consistently. Cup after flavorful cup, year after year, nothing brews like a BUNN.

The BUNN Brewing Difference
Perfect coffee flavor is robust without bitterness and is determined by three elements: water temperature, the time ground coffee is exposed to the water and how much of the coffee is exposed to the water.

TEMPERATURE
The ready-to-brew internal hot water tank keeps water at the ideal brewing temperature of approximately 200°F.

TIME
The fast 3-minute cycle is the perfect brew cycle time for the most coffee flavor without bitterness. Brew cycles that expose ground coffee for more than 6 minutes cause an over-extracted, bitter taste.

TURBULENCE
The unique spray head design creates the right amount of turbulence to suspend ground coffee and extract flavor evenly and thoroughly. With most coffee makers, water drips straight through without evenly exposing all coffee granules to the water.

Use of decaffeinated, fine-grind coffee and/or softened water may cause an overflow of grounds into your decanter. For the best cup of coffee, grind fresh beans just before brewing. Adjust the amount of coffee to suit your individual taste.

BUNN recommends you DO

•  Keep coffee stored in a clean, dry place away from heat registers and vents or extreme cold for maximum freshness.
•  Use enough coffee (one to two heaping tablespoons per cup or about 1½ inches of coffee in a flat-bottom filter.)
•  Use a thermal carafe if you plan to hold coffee for more than 20-30 minutes. Coffee can be held in a glass decanter for up to 30 minutes or a thermal carafe for about two hours.
•  Make sure to clean your decanter every day.
•  Preheat the thermal carafe with hot water for the best results.
•  Use only BUNN paper filters for proper fit and function. Using a shorter filter may result in an overflow.
•  Dispose of filter and grounds immediately after brewing to prevent drip-through of unwanted flavors trapped in used coffee grounds.
•  Clean your BUNN brewer with mild, dish soap and water at least once a week, especially the sprayed area. (Do not use any soap or cleaner with citrus added). Fresh, good-tasting water is essential for a perfect cup of coffee. After all, ove 98% of the beverage is water. If your water contains excessive amounts of sediment, taste or odors, we recommend installing a water conditioner and requesting a flow restrictor spray head. Your BUNN brewer is designed to remain plugged in at all times, except during initial set up, when cleaning or if it will not be in use for three or more days.

BUNN recommends you AVOID

• Mixing freshly brewed coffee with previously brewed coffee.
• Brewing over prev ously u ed coffee grounds – all the flavor has already been completely ext acted
•  Re-heating for serving any coffee with a temperature below 175°F.
•  Serving coffee brewed with beans or ground coffee past the freshness date.
•  Letting coffee “bake” on a brewer warmer. Twenty to 30 minutes is the maximum time allowable n open decanter to deliver a perfect cup of coffee.
• Serving coffee in decanters that haven’t been properly cleaned, since acids and other organic materials can taint even the best coffee.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

Daily washing and cleaning of the brew funnel and decanter after each use is required. Occasionally, wipe the outside of the brewer, including the area above the funnel, with mild, no citrus-added dish soap and a damp cloth. The brew funnel and decanter are top-rack dishwashers safe. Please see page 9 for instructions on cleaning your thermal carafe.

DEMING

You should de-lime your BUNN brewer to clear any deposits that may have accumulated due to impurities in the water source. The frequency of de liming depends on the mineral content of your water.

NOTE: Unplug the brewer and let it cool down before de-liming.

1.  Remove the spray head by turning with your fingertips and set it aside.
2.  Insert all but two inches of the flexible de liming tool (supplied) into the spray head tube. Call 800-352-2866 or visit www.bunn.com for a replacement de liming tool.
3.  Slide the tool in and out five or six times to loosen the lime in the spray head tube. You may need to twist, push and use some force when inserting the tool, then remove it.
4.  Prior to replacing sprayed, pour one decanter of fresh water into the brewer. Position the empty decanter on the brewer and close the lid. Water will flow into the decanter.
5.  Check the holes of the spray head. If plugged with mineral deposits or white flakes, they may be cleared by using a toothpick. Clean the spray head with a cloth and mild detergent. Rinse the spray head with water, then reinstall. Empty water from the decanter.
6.  Plug in the brewer and allow the water in the tank to reheat before using (approximately 15 minutes).

PERIODIC CLINGER

You should clean your BUNN brewer at least every 3 months. The frequency of cleaning depends on the mineral content of your water.

1.  Slide an empty brew funnel into the brewer under the spray head and center an empty decanter on the base plate.
2.  Open the lid and pour one quart of white vinegar into the top of the brewer; close the lid. Empty the decanter when liquid stops flowing from the funnel.
3.  Allow the brewer to sit plugged in for two hours.
4.  Unplug the brewer. Remove the brew funnel and spray head from the brewer. Clean the spray ead with a cloth and mild detergent.
5.  To drain the brewer, continue to Step 6, OR to clear vinegar out of the brewer without draining, pour a decanter of fresh, cold water through the brewer. With the funnel in place, position the decanter on the base plate, then close the lid to allow the water to run through the brewer. After it has run through, empty the decanter and repeat the process approximately 8 – 10 times.
   Proceed to Step 9.
6.  Cool the brewer by pouring a full decanter of fresh, cold water into the top of the brewer. Place the decanter on the base plate and close the lid. When water has stopped flowing from the brewer, empty the decanter. Repeat this process and set the decanter aside.
7.  Grasp the back of the brewer and turn it upside down over a sink. Most of the water in the tank will flow from the spray head tube opening. Some water may flow from the area around the top lid. Continue tipping the brewer until the flow stops.
8.  Pour a decanter of water into the top of the brewer. Place the decanter on the base plate; close the lid and wait 3 minutes. Repeat this process with another decanter of water. Water will flow out of the funnel after the second decanter has been poured in. When the flow from the funnel has stopped, empty the decanter and pour an additional decanter of water into the brewer. Place the decanter on the base plate and close lid.
9.  Replace the spray head and funnel. Pour additional decanters of fresh, cold water into the brewer as needed until the water has no vinegar taste.
10.  Place the decanter on the base plate and plug in the brewer. Allow the water in the tank to reach brewing temperature before using (approximately 15 minutes).

THERMA CARAFE ROUTINE CLEANING (BTX MODEL

The carafe may be di bled for cleaning. Rotate the lid counterclockwise to r Occasionally, the brew through valve should be removed and cleaned. Lift at the edge and pull up. Usea mild, non-abrasive detergent to wash the lid thoroughly paying particular attention to the passage where the brew through valve is located. After rinsing, replace the brew through valve into the carafe lid. Do not use a scrub pad or other abrasive cleaning device to clean the caraf , as this will scratch the stainless steel surface.To remove coffee stains from inside the thermal carafe, place a paper filter in the funnel and pour in two teaspoons of Cascade powder dishwasher detergent into the paper filter. Slide funnel onto the rails and open the brewer lid. Pour one carafe of cold water into the brewer. Position the carafe on base plate of the brewer and close lid. When the brewing cycle has stopped, remove the brew funnel and discard the filter and detergent; rinse the funnel thoroughly. Allow carafe to sit for 10-15 minutes. Using a long-handled, soft-bristled brush, clean inside of the carafe as well as the outer rim to remove any coffee stains or debris. Occasionally scrub the carafe pour lip and the area around it, including the lid, with a mild detergent and warm water. Use a soft cloth and scrub hard. When finished, pour out the solution into sink and thoroughly rinse carafe and lid with clean water.

DRAINING YOUR BREWER

The water in your BUNN coffee brewer should be emptied whenever it is taken on a trip, shipped, stored in an unheated location with a chance of freezing, or goes unused for an extended period of time. To drain your brewer, use the following procedure:

1.  Unplug the brewer. Remove the brew funnel and spray head from the brewer and set them aside.
2.  Cool the brewer by pouring a full decanter of fresh, cold water into the top of the brewer. Place the decanter on the base plate and close the lid. When water has stopped flowing from the brewer, empty the decanter. Repeat this process and set the decanter aside.
3.  Grasp the back of the brewer and carefully turn it upside down over a sink. Most of the water in the tank will flow from the spray head tube opening. Some water may flow from the area around the top lid. Continue tipping the brewer until the flow stops.
4.  Replace the spray head and funnel after the water has been drained.

AUTHORIZED SERVICE

• For Service Information Contact: Bunn-O-Matic Corporation, 1400 Stevenson Drive, Springfield, IL 62703, 800-352-2866 Bunn-O-Matic Corporation, 900 E. Townline Rd., Creston, Iowa 50801
• Bunn-O-Matic Corporation Canada, 280 Industrial Parkway S., Aurora, Ontario L4G 3T9, 800-263-2256
• To receive full assistance, please have the date code ready when calling for service.
• (Located on the bottom of your brewer, see page 1)

BUNN Accessories

BUNN offers a complete line of accessories for your BUNN home brewer, including paper filters, decanters, thermal carafes, replacement funnels and more.

Coffee Wipes help remove coffee and other food stains from fabric. These handy towelettes are great to keep in your glove box, purse, briefcase or at home. Purchase online.

Visit www.bunn.com to order parts and accessories or call the BUNN Retail Division at 800-352-2866.

References

• User Manual