Use of the charcoal water filter is optional, but strongly recommended. The filter eliminates chlorine, bad tastes and odors from tap water. The coffee maker will operate normally without it.
- Remove the charcoal water filter from polybag and soak in cold tap water a minium of 15 minutes.
- Remove the charcoal water filter holder from the coffee maker by lifting it out of the water reservoir
- Gently press down the stem and pull toward you. Compartment will flip open.
- Place the charcoal water filter in the water filter holder and close it; you will hear a snap indicating it is in place.
- Hold the filter under cold running tap water for 10 seconds to flush. You should place the hole openings directly under the water stream.
- Allow the filter to drain completely.
- Position the green indicator to the month you installed the charcoal water filter. We recommend changing the charcoal water filter every 2 months, more often if you have hard tap water.
- Replace the charcoal water filter holder in the water reservoir of the coffee maker, pushing it all the way down to the base of the unit, along the reservoir wall.
- NOTE: Caution must be used when inserting the charcoal water filter. Improper placement in the water filter holder can cause tearing of the filter skin.
