Melitta Excellent 3.0 Coffee Maker Instruction Manual

: June 14, 2024
: Melitta

Table of Contents

Melitta Excellent 3.0 Coffee Maker
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety notice
Coffee Preparation
Cleaning and Maintenance
References
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Melitta Excellent 3.0 Coffee Maker

Product Information

Specifications:

Model: Excellent 3.0 / Excellent 3.0 Steel FR Excellent 4.0 /Excellent 4.0 Steel NL Excellent Grande
Country Variants: DE, GB, DK, SE, NO, FI
Product Code: 1100143-04

Product Usage Instructions

Section 1: Safety Precautions

To ensure your safety, please follow these guidelines:

Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before assembly, disassembly, or cleaning.
Avoid contact with steam during operation.
Do not touch the filter during the brewing process.
Do not immerse the appliance in water or use it in the microwave.
Avoid using aggressive cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners.
Clean with mild cleaning solutions and a soft cloth.

Section 2: Before First Use

Prior to preparing your first cup of coffee, clean the appliance by following these steps:

Fill the water tank with clear cold water.
Allow the water to run through the appliance without adding coffee.

Section 3: Coffee Preparation

To make delicious coffee, follow these steps:

Add the desired amount of cold water to the water tank. The water level can be checked on the water level indicator.
For Excellent 4.0 and Excellent 4.0 Steel filter coffee makers,use the water level indicator on the water tank to determine the number of cups.
Place the coffee filter and coffee grounds in their respective compartments.
Start the brewing process according to the appliance’s instructions.

Section 4: Cleaning and Maintenance

To keep your appliance in good condition, follow these cleaning and maintenance guidelines:

Always unplug the appliance before cleaning.
Clean the appliance using a soft, damp cloth and mild cleaning products.
Regularly descale the appliance to prevent limescale buildup.
This will ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.

Section 5: Disposal

When disposing of the appliance, follow these guidelines:

Dispose of the appliance according to local regulations.
Do not dispose of the appliance with household waste.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How often should I descale the appliance?
A: The frequency of descaling depends on the water hardness. It is recommended to descale regularly to maintain optimal performance.

Q: Can I use aggressive cleaning agents on the appliance?
A: No, it is advised to avoid using aggressive cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners. Clean the appliance with mild cleaning solutions and a soft cloth.

Q: Can I immerse the appliance in water or use it in the microwave?
A: No, the appliance should not be immersed in water or used in the microwave. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in the manual.

Excellent 3.0 / Excellent 3.0 Steel
Excellent 4.0 / Excellent 4.0 Steel
Excellent Grande

Safety notice

This appliance is intended for use in households and similar areas, such as –

in kitchens for employees in shops, offices and other commercial areas
in agricultural establishments
in motels, hotels and other residential facilities and bed and breakfast establishments

Any other use is considered to be improper use and may result in personal injury or damage to property. Melitta® is not liable for damage caused by improper use.
Please observe the following instructions to avoid injuries in case of misuse:

The appliance must not be placed in a cupboard during operation.
Connect the appliance only to a properly installed earthed socket.
The appliance must always be disconnected from the power supply when unsupervised and before assembly, disassembly or cleaning.
During operation, parts of the appliance such as the steam outlet at the filter become very hot.
Avoid touching these parts and avoid contact with hot steam.
Do not open the filter holder during brewing.
The hotplate becomes very hot during use and remains hot for a long time after the brewing process. Contact with the hot plate can cause burns, so avoid touching it.
Make sure that the power cable does not touch the hot plate.
Do not use the appliance if the power cable is damaged.
Do not allow the power cable to come into contact with liquids.
Never immerse the appliance in water.
Do not use the jug in the microwave
Do not clean the parts that come into contact with food with aggressive cleaning agents or scouring cream. Remove detergent residues with clean water. Further information on cleaning can be found under “Cleaning and care”.
This appliance can be used bychildren from 8 years of age or older if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the equipment and have understood the potential hazards.
Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by children,unless they are 8 years or older and are supervised. Keep the appliance and the power cable away from children under 8 years of age.
The appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the potential hazards.
Children must not play with the appliance
Replacement of the power cable and all other repairs may only be carried out by Melitta® Customer Service or by an authorised repair shop.

Before preparing your first cup of coffee
clean the appliance by filling the water tank with clear cold water and allow the water to run through(without coffee).

Coffee Preparation

Take glass jug and filter out of the appliance.
Raise lid of the water tank and pour the required amount of fresh cold water into the tank. The required number of cups – from 2 to 10 1. The Excellent 4.0 and Excellent 4.0 Steel appliances also have a water level indicator on the pot to help you measure out the right amount of water.
Fold over the seamed edges of a Melitta® filterbag 1×4 and place it in the filter. Scoop the ground coffee into the filterbag. Recommendation: one level coffee measure (approx. 6 g) per cup or vary according to taste 2.
Place the filter on the glass jug (without lid) and put both on the hot plate 3
Switch the appliance on – the on/off switch lights up, showing that the machine is operating 4.
Attention: Do not take out the glass jug while brewing cycle. Risk of burning due to leaking hot steam!
After ending of the brewing process remove the glass jug with the filter from the hot plate. Remove the used filterbag from the filter and set the filter aside.
Excellent 4.0 and Excellent 4.0 Steel are equipped with a drip stop on the filter, which prevents coffee from dripping when the filter is removed from the pot 5.
Close the glass jug with the lid.
The coffeemaker is equipped with two heating elements
- one for brewing and one for keeping warm the coffee. After ending of the brewing process the heater for water switches off, the hot plate continues operating and keeps your coffee warm in an aroma protecting way.
The coffeemakers are equipped with an automatic shut off which switches the machine off after 40 minutes.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Always pull the plug out of the socket before cleaning!

Lid of the appliance and water spout are removable and can be cleaned in the dishwasher 6.
- Pull the lid from the watertank to remove it.
- Detach the spout from the pipe to remove it.
Filter, glass jug and jug lid are dishwasher proof.
For cleaning the exterior use a soft damp cloth and mild cleanser.

Descaling
Depending on water hardness the appliance can become calcified with use. This also increases the appliance’s energy consumption as lime scale on the heating element can prevent the water heating effectively. To avoid damage the appliance must be descaled regularly.

Descaling
- Follow the manufacturers instructions regarding amounts and pour the descaler into the water tank.
  We recommend using Melitta® “Anti Calc Liquid for Filter Coffee & Aqua Machines“.
- Turn the appliance on and follow the descaler manufacturer’s instructions.
- When the descaler liquid has fully run through the appliance then it should be turned off.
Rinsing
- After step 1 the appliance must be rinsed with fresh water. To do this allow the machine to cool for a short time (approx. two minutes) then fill the appliance with the maximum amount of water.
- Turn the appliance on and allow all the water to flow through it. Then turn the appliance off immediately.
- Repeat the rinsing process.
Note on disposal
- Appliances labelled with this symbol are subject to European guidelines for WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
- Electric appliances do not go in the household bin.
  Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly way using suitable collection systems.
- Packaging materials are raw materials and can be recycled. Please recycle them.

Dear customer,
Thank you for buying our Excellent filter coffee maker.
We hope you will be very happy with it.
If you need further information or if you have any questions please contact Melitta® or visit us on the Internet at www.melitta.co.uk

For your safety
The appliance complies with all valid European guidelines.
The appliance complies with all valid
United Kingdom guidelines.
The appliance has been tested and certified by an independent test institute.
Please read the safety notes and the operating manual in full. To avoid danger you must pay attention to the safety and operating instructions. Melitta® is not liable for damage caused by ignoring these instructions.

Terms of guarantee
In addition to the legal guarantee claims, to which the end user is entitled relative to the seller, for this device, if it was purchased from a dealer authorized by Melitta® due to his consulting competence, we grant a manufacturer´s guarantee under the following conditions:

The guarantee period begins with the day the product was sold to the end user. The guarantee is 24 months.
The purchase date of the device must be verified by a purchase receipt.
The device was designed and built for household use only. It is not dedicated for a commercial use.
Guarantee performances lead neither to an extension of the guarantee period nor to a new beginning of the guarantee period for the device or installed spare parts.
Within the guarantee period we will correct all device defects that are based on material or manufacturing errors, through repair or replacement of the device at our discretion. Replace parts become the property of Melitta®.
Defects that occurred due to improper connection, improper handling, or repair attempts by nonauthorized persons are not covered by the guarantee. The same applies for failure to comply with the use, care, and maintenance instructions as well for the use of consumables (e.g. cleaning and decalcifying agents or water filters) that do not correspond to the original specifications. Wear parts (e.g. seals and valves) and fragile parts like glass are excluded from the guarantee.
Guarantee performances are processed via the Service Hotlines for the respective country (see information below).
These guarantee conditions apply for devices purchased and used in UK If devices are purchased in foreign countries or brought into foreign countries, then guarantee performances will only be provided as specified in the guarantee conditions applicable for this country.