Archive for March, 2010
With the streamlined nature of virtually every task today, it is sometimes difficult to believe that the assembly line is a relatively new innovation. Many of us only think of the assembly line in terms of machinery and manufacturing, but it is displayed frequently in our daily lives. Take fast-food chains for instance.
Virtually every fast-food restaurant employs some for of assembly line in the production of their food, and large coffee chains are no different. It never ceases to amaze me when I walk into a Starbucks and see a series of baristas operating the commercial coffee makers. A coffee drink that should take minutes to make is often in my hands before I am done paying—at least when the coffeehouse isn’t busy.
Mr. Coffee TF4 Coffeemaker
What should I do if the cord does not reach the closest outlet or seems too long?
Your TF4 Coffeemaker has a cord storage that includes the plug. This is a great convenience and safety issue, especially if you have young children around. This cord is a short power supply cord that reduces hazards with the cord. Longer cords allow people and pets to get entangled in some way; an especially long cord may cause someone or a pet to trip over it. This could disastrous by causing hot coffee burns from hot coffee or your coffee maker when it comes off a counter.
If you need an extension cord, you may purchase one, but remember that certain criteria needs to be heeded for this household coffeemaker.
1. Be aware of the cord and be extremely careful while it is use. When not in use, store it in a safe nearby place.
2. When you purchase your extension cord, make sure that is for 120 volts and will handle 10 amps. There should be a UL tag with this information attached to the cord.
3. Once you have the extension cord, make sure that it is not draped over a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by any anyone, especially children. It should never be in a place where the cord could be tripped over accidentally as noted why above.
Tomorrow, more on the plug and cord.
How do I clean the decanter and Mr. Coffee TF4 coffeemaker on the outside?
The decanter and lid are top-rack dishwasher safe. Remember your water can leave a whitish mineral deposit or a brownish deposit stain in your decanter from your coffee or tea. Make a solution of equal parts of vinegar and hot water and leave in the decanter for 20 to 30 minutes then discard. Wash your decanter with regular dish soap, rinse and dry with a soft towel. NEVER use a harsh abrasive on your coffee maker.
Tomorrow: Cord set instructions
What should you use to clean your Mr. Coffee TF4 coffeemaker?
You can use Mr. Coffee® Cleaner or undiluted white household vinegar. If you use Mr. Coffee® Cleaner, be sure to read the caution statement of the side of the box before you use it.
When you use vinegar, place a filter into the removable filter basket. Fill the coffee decanter to the 4 cup line with the vinegar and pour it into the water reservoir and close the lid. Return the coffee decanter to the warming plate and turn the switch to the “ON” position. When the first three cups have flowed through into the coffee decanter, turn the coffeemaker to “OFF.”
Let the decanter remain of the warning plate for at least one-half hour. Then, turn the coffeemaker to “ON” again until all the remaining vinegar is in the decanter. Discard the vinegar and the filter in the brew basket. Wash out the decanter by letting a full decanter of tap water go through the coffee maker as you did with the vinegar without a stop at three cups. Turn your coffeemaker to “OFF” and throw out the water in the decanter.
Tomorrow: How to clean deposits from your coffee maker decanter.
When is it time to clean your TF4 Coffeemaker and how do you do it?
The first time you begin to notice excessive steaming or when the brewing time increases a lot. This happens when there is a build-up of lime and mineral deposits from the water you use. If the pumping action stops before all the water has completely pumped out, clean it immediately.
How often you should clean your coffee maker depends on the hardness of your water?
A suggested cleaning guide follows:
Soft Water Every 80 Brewing Cycles
Hard Water Every 40 Brewing Cycles