User Manual for Avantco Stainless Steel Coffee Urns 177CU45ETL, 177CU65ETL, 177CU100ETL

Quick guide for Avantco Stainless Steel Coffee Urns. Includes setup, coffee measuring, cleaning, maintenance, and safety instructions for models 177CU45ETL, 177CU65ETL, and 177CU100ETL.

Quick answers from the manual

Quick answer

The Avantco coffee urn is designed for brewing coffee. Always use a grounded 120V outlet, ensure water is between MIN and MAX levels, and never operate without at least 3 cups of water. p. 3, 5

Key actions

Boil and discard water before first use. p. 5
Ensure water level is between MIN and MAX. p. 5

First start

Remove packaging, fill with water, boil, and discard. p. 5

Problems and fixes

Coffee basket floods

Use medium coarse grind; avoid soft water and fine/drip grind.

p. 5

Maintenance and reset

The unit has an auto-reset thermal limiter. If it shuts off due to low water, allow it to cool for up to 8 minutes. p. 6

Technical specifications

Parameter	Value	Meaning	Pages
177CU45ETL Power	950W	Power consumption	p. 4
177CU65ETL Power	1500W	Power consumption	p. 4
177CU100ETL Power	1500W	Power consumption	p. 4

Where to find it in the PDF

Safety Information p. 3
Specifications p. 4
How to Use p. 5
Cleaning and Maintenance p. 6

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Quick guide from the manual

This document provides essential operating and maintenance instructions for Avantco Stainless Steel Coffee Urns. Before first use, remove all packaging, fill the urn with water, boil, and discard the water to clear any residue. Always operate on a flat, stable surface and ensure the unit is plugged into a grounded 120V AC socket. Never operate the machine without at least 3 cups of water in the tank.

Specifications

177CU45ETL: 950W, 120V/60Hz, 45 cups (225 oz.) capacity.
177CU65ETL: 1500W, 120V/60Hz, 65 cups (325 oz.) capacity.
177CU100ETL: 1500W, 120V/60Hz, 100 cups (500 oz.) capacity.

Coffee Measuring Guide

For best results, use regular electric perk grind coffee. Avoid drip or finely ground coffee as it may cause the basket to flood. Grind beans to a medium coarseness.

12-15 cups: 3/4 cup grounds
20-25 cups: 1 1/2 cups grounds
30-36 cups: 2 cups grounds
40-45 cups: 2 1/2 cups grounds
50-55 cups: 3 1/4 cups grounds
60-65 cups: 3 3/4 cups grounds
80-85 cups: 5 1/2 cups grounds
95-100 cups: 6 1/4 cups grounds

How to Use

Place the urn on a flat, level surface.
Turn the lid counter-clockwise to open.
Pour in water, ensuring it is between the MIN and MAX indicators.
Secure the lid by turning it clockwise.
Plug in the urn.
For brewing, insert the percolator tube and filter basket, then add coffee grounds to the basket.
Switch the unit ON. The HEATING light will indicate the process has begun.
Tilt the faucet lever to dispense coffee.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Always unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. Never immerse the urn in water.

Interior: Add hot water, brush interior sides, and rinse until the water from the faucet runs clear.
Components: Clean the filter unit and lid with a non-abrasive detergent.
Faucet: Clean with a bottle brush and wash with warm, soapy water.
Exterior: Wipe with a soft cloth. Do not use benzene, thinners, or harsh abrasives.
De-scaling: If scale builds up, use a commercial de-scaling agent or a natural approach: boil water with lemon slices for 1 hour, then scrub with a nylon brush.

Boil Dry Protection

The appliance features a thermal limiter with an auto-reset function. If the water level is too low, the unit will turn off automatically. It may take up to 8 minutes to reset after cooling. To prevent damage, always turn the appliance off when not in use.

Manufacturer information

Avantco Equipment

Brand profile

Manufacturer website https://www.avantco.com Support https://www.avantco.com/support

Practical help

Common problems

Coffee basket floods

Do not use soft water, drip coffee, or finely ground coffee. Use medium coarse grind.

Urn stops heating

The boil dry protection may have triggered. Allow the unit to cool for up to 8 minutes to reset.

Before use

Remove all packaging from inside and outside.
Fill with water, boil, and discard to clear residue.
Ensure the surface is flat and stable.
Verify the power source is a grounded 120V AC socket.
Ensure water level is between MIN and MAX indicators.

Images and diagrams

The electrical circuit diagram illustrates the thermal fuse, thermal cut-offs (TCO), heating element, and indicator lights.

Model compatibility

Indoor use only.
Requires grounded 120V AC socket.

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