PowerXL GRIND AND GO PLUS Owner’s Manual

PowerXL™ GRIND AND GO PLUS Owner’s Manual

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MODEL: CL-004

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Do not use the PowerXL Grind & Go Plus™ until you have read this manual thoroughly.

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PowerXL Grind & Go Plus

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

The PowerXL Grind & Go Plus will provide you many years of delicious coffee and coffee drinks. But before you begin, it’s very important that you read this entire manual, making certain that you are totally familiar with this appliance’s operation and precautions.

Appliance Specifications

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING

PREVENT INJURIES! – CAREFULLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!

When using electrical appliances, always follow these basic safety precautions.

1. READ AND FOLLOW all instructions carefully.
2. NEVER immerse the appliance, which contains electrical components and heating elements, in water. Do not rinse under the tap.
3. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are under the supervision of a responsible person or have been given proper instruction in using the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by children.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT immerse the cord or plugs or expose the electrical components to water or other liquid.
6. To avoid electrical shock, NEVER expose the electrical components to water. DO NOT plug in the power cord or operate the appliance controls with wet hands.
7. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt to modify the plug in any way.
8. DO NOT plug the hardwired power cord into the wall outlet until ready to operate. To disconnect, press the Power button to turn the appliance off, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
9. MAKE SURE the appliance is properly plugged into a dedicated wall socket without any other appliances on the same outlet.
10. ALWAYS unplug the appliance from a power outlet when not in use and before cleaning. ALLOW TO COOL for at least 30 minutes before moving, disconnecting parts, or cleaning the assembly.
11. DO NOT use outdoors.
12. DO NOT place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13. DO NOT overfill the water reservoir or the filter basket.
14. DO NOT use this appliance if the plug, the power cord, or the appliance itself is damaged in any way. If the appliance is damaged, it must be repaired or replaced by Tristar, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
15. This appliance should be serviced ONLY by qualified service technicians. Contact Customer Service using the information located on the back of this manual.
16. KEEP the appliance and its power cord out of reach of children when it is in operation or in the cooling down process.
17. KEEP the power cord away from hot surfaces. DO NOT plug in the power cord or operate the appliance controls with wet hands.
18. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
19. DO NOT let cord hang over the edge of table or counter surfaces.
20. A fire may occur if this appliance is covered by or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
21. Should the appliance emit black smoke, UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY and wait for smoking to stop before handling the appliance. Allow the appliance to cool and wipe excess oil and grease from the appliance.
22. DO NOT attempt to unlatch the carafe from the appliance while in operation.
23. DO NOT expose the appliance to corrosive chemicals or vapors.
24. This appliance is for home use only. If the appliance is used improperly or for professional or semi-professional purposes or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user manual, the guarantee becomes invalid and Tristar will not be held liable for damages.
25. DO NOT USE the appliance for any purpose other than described in this manual.
26. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
27. NEVER operate the appliance unattended.
28. The appliance’s outer surfaces may become hot during use. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use the handle.
29. ALWAYS fill the water reservoir before plugging the power cord into a wall outlet.
30. Snap the lid securely onto the tumbler BEFORE serving any beverages.
31. To prevent scalding, DO NOT remove the carafe during the brewing cycle.
32. DO NOT set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
33. DO NOT use a cracked carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
34. AVOID contact with moving parts.
35. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
36. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
37. Check the grinder basket for the presence of foreign objects BEFORE operating.
38. Use the coffee grinder to grind roasted coffee beans ONLY. Grinding other substances, such as nuts, spices, or unroasted beans, may dull the blade and cause poor grinding or injury.
39. DO NOT place cloth or otherwise restrict airflow beneath the appliance.
40. Before using your new appliance on any countertop surface, CHECK WITH YOUR COUNTERTOP MANUFACTURER OR INSTALLER for recommendations about using appliances on your surfaces. Some manufacturers and installers may recommend protecting your surface by placing a hot pad or trivet under the appliance for heat protection. Your manufacturer or installer may recommend that hot pans, pots, or electrical appliances should not be used directly on top of the countertop. If you are unsure, place a trivet or hot pad under the appliance before using it.
41. DO NOT place your appliance on a cooktop, even if the cooktop is cool, because you could accidentally turn the cooktop on, causing a fire, damaging the appliance, your cooktop, and your home.
42. USE CAUTION when moving an appliance or container with hot liquids.
43. DO NOT clean the carafe or heating plate with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
44. DO NOT operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, ALWAYS unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the appliance as it closes.
45. DO NOT fill the Water Reservoir with anything other than water.
46. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIRS SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE USING THE INFORMATION LOCATED ON THE BACK OF THIS MANUAL.
47. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

WARNING: For California Residents

This product can expose you to Bisphenol A, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WARNING

RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

• A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
  • The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
  • The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

CAUTION

• Clogging and backing up of water and/or coffee in the Filter Basket can occur under any or a combination of any of the following conditions: the use of too finely ground coffee, not properly cleaning coffee grounds from the Filter Basket, or allowing coffee grounds to spill over the Filter Basket.
• CAUTION: Never open the Carafe during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the Carafe, since extremely hot water/coffee can spill out and cause injury. If water/coffee is not draining from the Carafe during the brewing cycle, unplug the appliance and wait 10 minutes before opening and checking the Filter Basket.

Parts & Accessories

*may be sold separately

1. Main Unit Housing

2. Water Reservoir: Lift the top to add water (16 oz maximum).

3. Cup Holder Shelf: Folds down to hold a small cup or container.

4. Drip Collector: Catches coffee drips, helping to make clean-up easy.

5. Control Panel
   Power: Turns the appliance on or off.
   Brew: Brews ground coffee beans into coffee.
   Grind: Grinds coffee beans. Once the beans are ground, brewing will automatically begin.

6. Power Cable

7. Carafe: Holds the blade housing for grinding and the removable Filter Basket for brewing.

8. Tumbler: Use to collect and serve coffee (may be sold separately).

9. Grinder Blade: Used for dispersing water and for grinding. Must always be used when the appliance is in operation (both when grinding and brewing whole coffee beans and when brewing ground coffee).

10. Filter Basket: Add whole coffee beans or ground coffee to the Filter Basket.

11. Scoop: Fits 2 tbsp. (30 mL) of coffee beans or ground coffee. Use 1 scoop for an 8-oz cup of coffee or 2 scoops for a 16-oz cup of coffee.

12. Frother: Gives milk a fluffy, foamy texture. Used to create toppings for coffees, like lattes and cappuccinos (may be sold separately).

NOTE: Unpack all listed contents from the packaging. Please remove any clear or blue protective film on the components before use.

IMPORTANT: Please make sure that your appliance has been shipped with the components that you ordered (some accessories may be sold separately). Check everything carefully before use. If any part is missing or damaged, do not use this product. Contact Tristar Products or the retailer you purchased this appliance from.

CAUTION: The appliance may get hot. Be careful not to touch the appliance while in use. Keep the appliance away from other objects.

Instructions for Use

Before First Use

1. Remove all the packaging material.
2. Remove any stickers or labels from the appliance.
3. Before initial use, wipe the inside and outside of the appliance with a warm, moist cloth and mild detergent. Handwash all accessories.
4. Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal, and level surface. Do not place the appliance on a surface that is not heat resistant. Ensure that the appliance is used in an area with good air circulation and away from hot surfaces and any combustible materials. Do not place on the stove top even when the stove top is cool.

NOTE: During the manufacturing process, dust can get trapped in your appliance. We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee by following the instructions in the “Making Coffee with Pre-Ground Beans” section. Be sure to use only water and the Filter Basket when flushing out the system (no coffee).

Tips

• If you buy large portions of beans, separate them into one- or two-week portions and store them in airtight containers in the freezer. Preserve freshness by minimizing exposure to air, light, and moisture. Once beans are removed from the freezer, keep them in a sealed container at room temperature, since damaging condensation can occur when beans move from cold to warmer temperatures.
• The amount of coffee brewed will always match the amount of water added to the Water Reservoir. If you are not using the Tumbler included with this appliance, you can first add the water to your coffee mug and then transfer the water to the Water Reservoir. This will ensure that the amount of coffee brewed fits in your coffee mug and does not overfill the mug.

NOTE: Some fine grounds may flow through the Filter Basket and appear as sediment in the Carafe.

Instructions for Use

Making Coffee with Whole Beans

1. Open the Water Reservoir‘s lid and pour in water, using the water level indicator on the Water Reservoir to measure the water according to the number of cups desired ( Fig. A ).
   
   NOTE: The appliance uses all the water in the Water Reservoir. Ensure that you do not add more water than your desired cup size.

2. Insert the Filter Basket in the Carafe and add coffee beans. Overfilling the Carafe might jam the grinder. Add 2 tbsp. of coffee beans (1 scoop) for every 8 oz of water. More coffee beans can be added for a stronger flavor. Be sure not to exceed the maximum of 8 tbsp. (4 scoops).

3. Attach the Grinder Blade to the top of the Carafe ( Fig. B ). The handle on the blade will get hot after using the appliance. Proceed with caution when handling after use.
   

4. Slide the Carafe into the appliance and twist so that the handle aligns with the lock symbol. The handle should be facing you. If the Carafe is placed properly, it will click into place ( Fig. C ).
   

5. Press the Power button on the Control Panel to turn the appliance on. The Power button will illuminate.

6. Press the Grind button. The Grind Button will illuminate and the coffee beans will be ground. The grinder will automatically stop when the beans are ground and begin to brew coffee. When the appliance is done brewing coffee, three beeps will sound and the appliance will power off.

For brewing pre-ground coffee, see the “Making Coffee with Pre-Ground Beans” section.

Making Coffee with Pre-Ground Beans

1. Open the Water Reservoir‘s lid and pour in water, using the water level indicator on the Water Reservoir to measure the water according to the number of cups desired (Fig. A).
   NOTE: The appliance uses all the water in the Water Reservoir. Ensure that you do not add more water than your desired cup size.

2. Insert the Filter Basket in the Carafe. Add 2 tbsp. of ground coffee (1 scoop) for every 8 oz of water. More ground coffee can be added for a stronger flavor. Be sure not to exceed the maximum of 8 tbsp. (4 scoops). Place the grinder blade over the filter basket. This allows the water to distribute evenly over the grounds.

3. Slide the Carafe into the appliance and twist so that the handle aligns with the lock symbol. If the Carafe is placed properly, it will click into place (Fig. C).

4. Press the Power button on the Control Panel to turn the appliance on. The Power button will illuminate.

5. Press the Brew button to brew coffee. The Brew button will illuminate. When the appliance is done brewing coffee, three beeps will sound and the appliance will power off.

6. We do not recommend using finely ground coffee or espresso grind because the grounds might clog the filter.

*If you have a 32 oz container, run a second time with the same ground beans and another 16 oz water in Brew mode, and mix for regular-strong brew (32 oz).

General Brewing Guidelines

Brewing the Ideal Coffee

There are four main components of an ideal cup of coffee:

1. WATER QUALITY: Coffee is 98% water. This means that water quality plays a huge part in the quality of your coffee. For best results, use filtered water to remove impurities, odors, and chlorine from your tap water.
2. COFFEE BEANS: The flavor in coffee comes from the coffee beans. The freshest beans tend to taste the best, so for best results, brew fresh coffee beans within two weeks of buying them.
3. GRINDING: A coffee bean‘s flavor degrades quickly once the bean is broken. In addition, this appliance’s grinder is designed to release more of the oils and flavors that create the best-tasting coffee.
4. PROPORTION: To avoid making coffee that is too weak or too strong, you want the right proportion of coffee to water. By using the measuring markings on the Water Reservoir, you can be sure that you will get the right proportions of coffee beans and water for your coffee. If you are using pre-ground coffee, start by using 1 scoop. of ground coffee or whole beans per per 8 oz of water and make adjustments based on your preferences. Do not exceed 8 tbsp. (4 scoops)of pre-ground coffee in the Filter Basket.

Troubleshooting

Cleaning & Storage

Clean the appliance after each use. Always turn the appliance off and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning. After every use, remove the Filter Basket and discard the coffee grounds. Remove the Carafe and pour out any remaining coffee. The Filter Basket, Carafe and lid can be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed thoroughly or cleaned in the upper rack of the dishwasher. Dry all parts after every use.

Using Vinegar

Use vinegar to clean limescale out of the Water Tank after about 20 hours of use.

1. Pour equal amounts of water and white vinegar into the Water Reservoir to the 16-oz fill line.
   NOTE: Only use white vinegar.

2. Place the Filter in the Carafe and put the Grinder Blade over the Filter. Attach the Carafe to the appliance.

3. Place an empty cup or container on the Drip Collector. Press the Power button and then the Brew button on the Control Panel. When the vinegar has flowed through the appliance, press the Power button to turn the appliance off. Let the appliance stand for 30 minutes to break down any internal limescale or calcium. Repeat the process once more.

4. Once both brewing cycles are complete, discard the vinegar.

5. To flush out all traces of vinegar, run the appliance with fresh water three times. Fill the Water Reservoir with water to the 16-oz fill line, place an empty cup or container on the Drip Collector, press the Power Button, and then press the Brew Button and let the water cycle through. Discard the water and repeat until all the vinegar is flushed out of the appliance.

6. If any other service needs to be performed, contact Customer Service using the contact information on the back of this manual.

Storage

1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool thoroughly.
2. Make sure all components are clean and dry.
3. Place the appliance in a clean, dry place.

We are very proud of the design and quality of our PowerXL Grind & Go Plus™.

This product has been manufactured to the highest standards. Should you have any questions, our friendly customer service staff is here to help you.

For instructions, parts recipes, accessories, and everything PowerXL, go to tristarcares.com or scan this QR code with your smartphone or tablet:

To contact us, email us at customerservice@tristarproductsinc.com or call us at 973-287-5183.

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References

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• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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