Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker CM401 User Manual

The Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker CM401 is a 10-Cup Programmable Coffee Brewer featuring Thermal Flavor Extraction, brew styles (Classic, Rich, Over Ice, Specialty), 24-Hour Delay Brew, and a removable brew basket. It includes a glass carafe, permanent filter, and adjustable warming plate. Powered by 120V AC, 60Hz, 1100W. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Safety Instructions 2. Features at a Glance 3. Installation 4. Filter Usage 5. Specifications 6. Controls and Settings 7. Brewing Coffee 8. Care & Cleaning 9. Descaling 10. Troubleshooting

Safety Instructions

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death: Read all instructions before using. Do not place on or near hot gas/electric burner or in heated oven. Do not remove brew basket or carafe while brewing to avoid burns from hot water/steam. Keep out of reach of children. Use only on stable surface. Unplug before cleaning. No extension cords.

CAUTION! Hot liquids; use handles. Do not overfill reservoir. Operate on level surface.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Removable brew basket, glass carafe with brew-through lid, water reservoir, control panel, permanent filter, scoop.

Feature	Description
Capacity	10 Cups (50 oz.)
Brew Styles	Classic, Rich, Over Ice, Specialty
Filter	Permanent Gold-Tone or #4 Paper
Programming	24-Hour Delay Brew, Keep Warm
Sizes	Small Batch (2-4 Cups), Full Pot
Lighting	LED Indicators

Installation

Unpack unit. Wash removable parts in warm soapy water or dishwasher. Place on level surface near 120V outlet. Fill reservoir with water to MAX, run water-only cycle on Classic to prime; discard water.

Plug into grounded outlet.
Set clock with H/M buttons.
Run priming cycle; discard.

Electrical: 120V, 60Hz; no extension cords.

Filter Usage

Use permanent filter or #4 cone paper. Insert into brew basket. Add medium-ground coffee (1 scoop per cup for Classic; 1.5 for Rich/Specialty). Do not overfill.

CAUTION! Medium grind only; fine may cause overflow.

Specifications

Dimensions: Approx. 15" H x 10" W x 13" D.
Capacity: 50 oz. Reservoir.
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 1100W.
Weight: Approx. 7 lbs.
Filter Compatibility: Permanent or #4 Cone.
Warranty: 1-Year Limited.

Controls and Settings

Control panel: Power, H/M for clock/Delay, Delay Brew, Small Batch, Brew Style buttons (Classic/Rich/Over Ice/Specialty), Clean, Keep Warm.

Set Delay: Prepare brew, press Delay, adjust time, press Start. Small Batch for 2-4 cups optimizes flavor.

Brewing Coffee

Fill reservoir to desired line.
Add grounds to filter in basket.
Select style, Small Batch if needed, place carafe.
Press Start; pauses mid-brew for pour-over.

Brew times: 8-12 min full pot. Over Ice: Pre-fill carafe with ice. Specialty: Concentrate for iced/diluted.

CAUTION! Use appropriate vessel; do not remove during brew.

Care & Cleaning

After use: Rinse basket, carafe, reservoir. Wash soapy water; dishwasher top rack. Wipe exterior.

WARNING! Unplug before cleaning; cool fully.

Descaling

When Clean light on: Fill reservoir with vinegar-water (1:1) to MAX. Run Clean cycle (~30 min). Rinse 2 water cycles.

Prepare solution.
Press Clean; wait beeps.
Rinse thoroughly.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No Brew	Empty reservoir, no power.	Fill water, check outlet.
Slow Brew	Buildup.	Descale.
Overflow	Too many grounds.	Follow measurements.
Weak Coffee	Wrong style/grounds.	Select Rich; add more.
Clean Light On	Scale.	Run descale.
Leaking	Misaligned parts.	Check assembly.

Service: 1-877-646-5288; support.sharkninja.com