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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical - UL and C-UL Listed for Household Use Only. This brewer
has an attached,
3-prong grounded cord set and requires 2-wire service with ground,
rated 120 volts AC, 7½ amps, single phase, 60 Hz. Components
include an 800-watt tank heater and a 34-watt tank “keep warm”
heater and 46-watt decanter warmer; 900-watts total.
Dimensions - BX 143/8” high; 71/8” wide;
13 /4” deep
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GRX 145/8” high; 71/8” wide; 133/4”
deep
Brew Capacity - Four to 10 five-ounce (5 oz) cups per batch.
Weight - BX - 7.3 pounds; GRX - 7.1 pounds; includes decanter, filters,
coffee funnel, and deliming tool.
HIGH ALTITUDE USE

Your BUNN® coffee brewer is designed to operate in most areas of the

country. For high altitude use, over 4000 feet, models with a “D”
designation should be used. The BUNN logo is a trademark of Bunn-O-
Matic Corporation.

38863.0000F 10/08 ©2006 BUNN-O-MATIC CORPORATION

Welcome Thank you for purchasing a
BUNN home brewer. BUNN home brewers
are uniquely designed to do exactly what BUNN
commercial brewers do: give you great-tasting coffee –
quickly, simply and consistently.

Table of Contents
Important Safeguards
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General Information
...........................................................................................................3
Hot Water
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......3
Initial Set Up Guide
............................................................................................................4
Brewing Perfect Coffee
......................................................................................................5
Better Brewing
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7
Cleaning and Maintenance
.............................................................................................8-9 Draining
the Brewer
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Authorized Service
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Accessories
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10
Troubleshooting
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Limited Warranty
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Keep this
booklet for
future WARNING
reference RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Record these numbers from the WARNING, TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
bottom of your brewer before FIRE
filling the brewer with water: OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
MODEL: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE BREWER
__________________________ NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE
DATE CODE: REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY
______________________ AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL
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symbol alerts you have your date code ready when calling
This symbol alerts you
for to important operating service. (Date code is to the risk of fire or
located on the bottom and service instructions. of your electrical shock in the
brewer). accompanying
message.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow these basic safety precautions when using electrical appliances
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or personal injury:
• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
• Do not place cord, plugs, or brewer in water or liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when the brewer is used by or near
children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use for extended periods of time and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and
before cleaning.
• Do not operate the brewer with a damaged cord or plug or if the
brewer malfunctions or is damaged in any manner. Return the brewer
to an Authorized Service Facility for examination, adjustment, or
repair. (Refer to page 10.)
• Using an accessory not evaluated for use with this brewer may cause
injuries.
• For household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces.
• Do not place the brewer on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
• Do not use brewer for any other purpose than its intended use.
• Do not place or remove funnel or decanter while brewing.
• Do not use the decanter on a range top or in a microwave.
• Do not set a hot decanter on a cold surface.
• Do not use a cracked decanter or a decanter with a loose or weakened
handle.
• Do not pour liquids into the water tank other than water or vinegar
solution for cleaning, as specified in this manual.
• Do not clean decanter with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other
abrasive materials.
• When the brewer is idle, the lid should be in the closed position.

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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the
extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
brewer. The cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the
edge of table or counter where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over.
The extension cord must be a three-wire cord of the three-pronged,
three-socketed, grounding type (including grounding conductor).
GENERAL INFORMATION
Improper set up will result in permanent damage and void the
limited warranty.
Read and follow the initial set up instructions on page 4.
• This brewer is designed to remain plugged in at all times, except
during initial set up or when cleaning.
• A vacation switch is provided on the lower side to completely shut off
all electrical components when your plans take you away from home
for three or more days. Safety features that are designed into the
BUNN coffee brewer make the daily use of this switch unnecessary.
Press I to turn on and press O to turn off.
• If the brewer has been shut off or unplugged for an extended period of
time, fill the tank with water and allow the water in the tank to heat to
the proper temperature before using (about 15 minutes or until the
heating sound stops).
• Your BUNN coffee brewer has a specially designed hot water tank to
keep the water at the proper temperature. This constant supply of hot
water assures correctly brewed coffee in less than three minutes.
• (BTX models) The brewed coffee flows into an unheated thermal
carafe. The double wall stainless steel construction will hold coffee at
serving temperature for about two hours at maximum flavor. Pre-
heating with hot water will increase the time your coffee stays warm.
• (GRX, BX and NHBX models) The brewed coffee flows into a glass
decanter where it is kept at serving temperature on the porcelain
decanter warmer. The warmer is controlled by the lighted on/off switch
on the front of the brewer.
NOTE: The warmer switch controls only the decanter warmer.
• The decanter lid reduces coffee evaporation and temperature loss.

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• While coffee is being brewed, the newest water in the tank is heated to
the proper temperature and held until needed.
• When the brewer is not in operation, the lid should be closed. If the lid
is left open, water could drip from the sprayhead when cold water is
poured in.
• Use CAUTION when dispensing hot water from the brewer. The water
is approximately 50°F hotter than what’s available from your hot water
faucet and is always available for other uses.
• The sprayhead may periodically become loose. Using extreme caution
since it may be hot, retighten the sprayhead with your fingertips.
NOTE: A severe burn may result if the sprayhead becomes loose and
falls off while the coffee is brewing.

HOT WATER

Get hot water anytime. Just leave out the paper

filter and coffee from the brew funnel. With funnel in
place, pour cold water into brewer and in just
minutes you will have hot water.
Initial Set Up Guide

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See steps on page 5 for brewing perfect coffee.
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Brewing Perfect Coffee
See page 4 for initial set up before brewing
the first time. NHBX BTX/BX/GRX
1. Insert 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 decanter in place on base

under funnel of 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 into the tank.

8. When brewing has stopped, remove

the brew funnel and discard the filter
and grounds. Do not touch hot
grounds.

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 To pre-heat the thermal carafe, fill with hot water for
? approximately 30 seconds. Empty before brewing
coffee into carafe.
BUNN filters are unique. Made with a special grade of
paper for best coffee f avor, 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 overextracted,
bitter taste.

TURBULENCE
The unique sprayhead 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.

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 Use of decaffeinated, fine grind coffee and/or softened
water may cause an overflow of grounds into your
decanter. Visit www.bunn.com or call BUNN Customer
Service at 800-352-2866 to order a flow restrictor
sprayhead free of charge.

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 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.
• Pre-heat the thermal carafe with hot water for best results.
• Use only BUNN paper filters for proper fit and function. Using a
shorter filter may result in 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 sprayhead 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 sprayhead.

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 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 fresh 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 for an 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 dishwasher safe.
Please see page 9 for instructions on cleaning your thermal carafe.

DELIMING
You should delime your BUNN brewer to clear any deposits that may
have accumulated due to impurities in the water source. The frequency
of deliming depends on the mineral content of your water.
NOTE - Unplug the brewer and let it cool down before deliming.
1. Remove the sprayhead by turning with your fingertips and set it aside.
2. Insert all but two inches of the flexible deliming tool (supplied) into the
sprayhead tube. Call 800-352-2866 or visit www.bunn.com for a
replacement deliming tool.
3. Slide the tool in and out five or six times to loosen lime in the
sprayhead tube. You may need to twist, push and use some force
when inserting the tool, then remove.
4. Prior to replacing sprayhead, pour one decanter of fresh water into
the brewer.

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 Position empty decanter on the brewer and close the lid. Water will flow
into decanter.
5. Check the holes of the sprayhead. If plugged with mineral deposits or
white flakes, they may be cleared by using a toothpick. Clean the
sprayhead with a cloth and mild detergent. Rinse the sprayhead with
water, then reinstall. Empty water from decanter.
6. Plug in the brewer and allow the water in the tank to reheat before
using (approximately 15 minutes).

PERIODIC CLEANING
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 sprayhead 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 sprayhead from the
brewer. Clean the sprayhead with a cloth and mild detergent.
5. To drain the brewer, continue to Step 6, OR to clear vinegar out of
brewer without draining, pour a decanter of fresh, cold water through
the brewer. With funnel in place, position decanter on base plate,
then close the lid to allow the water to run through the brewer. After it
has run through, empty 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 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 sprayhead 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 flow from
the funnel has stopped, empty the decanter and pour an additional
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 decanter of water into the brewer. Place the decanter on the base
plate and close lid.
9. Replace the sprayhead and funnel. Pour additional decanters of
fresh, cold water into the brewer as needed until the water has no
vinegar taste.
10. Place decanter on base plate and plug in the brewer. Allow the
water in the tank to reach brewing temperature before using
(approximately 15 minutes).

While cleaning your brewer, don’t forget to check your

glass decanter handle. If loose, use a standard
screwdriver to tighten.
brew through valve

THERMAL CARAFE ROUTINE CLEANING (BTX

MODEL)
The carafe may be disassembled for cleaning.
Rotate the lid counterclockwise to remove.
Occasionally, the brew through valve should be
removed and cleaned. Lift at the edge and pull up.
Use a 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 brewer lid. Pour one carafe of cold water into brewer.
Position carafe on base plate of brewer and close lid. When brewing
cycle has stopped, remove the brew funnel and discard the filter and
detergent; rinse funnel thoroughly. Allow carafe to sit for 10-15
minutes. Using a long handled, soft bristled brush, clean inside of
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

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scrub hard. When finished, pour out 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 a extended period of time. To drain your
brewer, use the following procudure:

1. Unplug the brewer. Remove the brew funnel and sprayhead 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 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 sprayhead tube
opening. Some water may flow from the area around the top lid.
Continue tipping the brewer until the flow stops.
4. Replace the sprayhead 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 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.
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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.
Troubleshooting Waterflow begins before lid is closed
Problem
Coffee not coming out
Deliming tool doesn’t go in all the way

Brewer leaks
Suggestions
• Initial set up required - see page 4.
• Make sure lid is closed.
Brewed only partial • Evaporation can occur over time - reservoir
decanter may need to be refilled. See initial set up on
page 4.
• Requires a minimum of 4 cups (20 oz) to
begin brewing.
Funnel is overflowing • Check sprayhead holes, clean if necessary.
See deliming instructions (step 5) on page 8.
• Evaporation can occur over time - reservoir
may need refilled. See initial set up on page
4.
Coffee is cold • Some water is always absorbed by the coffee
grounds and filter. You may need to adjust
water input accordingly.
Coffee is not staying • Use BUNN paper filters.
hot • Sprayhead is missing.
• Decaffeinated, fine grind coffee or softened
water is used. See bottom of page 10 to
order correct sprayhead or paper filters.
Loud rumbling noise

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• Plug in brewer and the time your coffee will stay warm.
turn on vacation
• Normal while water is heating.
switch on side
• May be time to delime. Refer to page 8.
of brewer.
Allow 15 minutes for • Make sure lid is fully open.
water to heat to • Brewer is not designed to hold water in upper
proper tray for an extended period of time.
temperature. • Remove top lid to ensure rocker arm is
• Warmer switch snapped in place and rubber stopper area is
should be in the “on” thoroughly cleaned. • Refer to deliming
position. (BX, GRX, instructions (step 3) on page 8.
NHBX)
• If using a BTX with
thermal carafe, pre- • For repair information, go to www.bunn.com,
heating will increase Home Coffee Brewers or call 800-352-2866.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Bunn-O-Matic warrants the BUNN BX, GRX, BTX and NHBX Coffee
Brewers (“Brewers”), except glass serving bowl, to be free from defects
in material and workmanship existing at the time of manufacture and
appearing within one of the following warranty periods:
a) Three (3) years from the date of original purchase of a NEW
BREWER.
b) The later of three (3) years from the date of original purchase or one
(1) year from the date REPAIRED OR REPLACEMENT BREWER is
received by the customer when returned to Bunn-O-Matic before the
new Brewer warranty has expired.
c) One (1) year from the date REPAIRED OR REPLACEMENT
BREWER is received by the customer when returned to Bunn-O-
Matic after the new Brewer warranty has expired.
d) One (1) year from the date of purchase of a REMANUFACTURED
BREWER. If such a defect appears during the warranty period, we
will (at our sole option) repair or replace the defective Brewer with no
charge for service or parts, provided the Brewer is delivered at the
customer’s expense to one of the authorized service centers listed
on page 11 of this booklet.

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This warranty does not cover claims resulting from misuse, failure to
follow instructions on installation and use, use with water having a high
mineral content, neglect, use of unauthorized attachments,
commercial use, use on a current or voltage other than specified on
the Brewer, or unauthorized service during the warranty period on
conditions otherwise covered by warranty.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXCLUSIVE AND SHALL BE IN LIEU OF
ANY
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY, WRITTEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING
BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE DURATION OF ANY
IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE PERIOD
OF DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
THE CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY
OR OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION
ARISING
BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AS
SPECIFIED
HEREIN TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT OUR SOLE OPTION. IN
ANY EVENT, RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state.

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 Maintenance Cleaning Record
Récord para Mantenimiento de Limpieza

Record the dates that deliming or periodic cleaning of your

brewer was done.
Registrar las fechas del desincrustamiento ó limpieza periódica que se ha
hecho a la cafetera.

Routine Cleaning/Limpieza Routine Cleaning/Limpieza

de Rutina de Rutina
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q Delime brewer/Desincrustar q Delime brewer/Desincrustar

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cleaning/Limpieza periódica cleaning/Limpieza periódica

Routine Cleaning/Limpieza Routine Cleaning/Limpieza

de Rutina de Rutina
Date/Fecha: Date/Fecha:
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q Delime brewer/Desincrustar q Delime brewer/Desincrustar

cafetera q Periodic cafetera q Periodic
cleaning/Limpieza periódica cleaning/Limpieza periódica

Routine Cleaning/Limpieza Routine Cleaning/Limpieza

de Rutina de Rutina
Date/Fecha: Date/Fecha:
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q Delime brewer/Desincrustar q Delime brewer/Desincrustar

cafetera q Periodic cafetera q Periodic
cleaning/Limpieza periódica cleaning/Limpieza periódica
Routine Cleaning/Limpieza Routine Cleaning/Limpieza
de Rutina de Rutina
Date/Fecha: Date/Fecha:
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q Delime brewer/Desincrustar q Delime brewer/Desincrustar

cafetera q Periodic cafetera q Periodic
cleaning/Limpieza periódica cleaning/Limpieza periódica

Routine Cleaning/Limpieza Routine Cleaning/Limpieza

de Rutina de Rutina
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q Delime brewer/Desincrustar q Delime brewer/Desincrustar

cafetera q Periodic cafetera q Periodic
cleaning/Limpieza periódica cleaning/Limpieza periódica
Bunn-O-Matic Corporation

1400 Stevenson Drive

Springfield, IL 62703 USA
1-800-352- BUNN (2866)