Cuisinart Coffeemaker DGB 900 User Manual

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET  
Fully Automatic Burr Grind & BrewThermal Coffeemaker  
DGB-900 Series  
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.  
 
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK  
NOTICE  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade  
is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of  
electric shock, this plug will 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.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead  
symbol within an equilateral triangle  
is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated dangerous  
voltage within the product’s enclosure  
that may be of sufficient magnitude to  
constitute a risk of fire or electric  
shock to persons.  
Do not modify the plug in any way.  
OPERATING NOTICE  
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,  
using two or more paper filters, using the gold  
tone filter in conjunction with a paper filter or  
not properly cleaning coffee grounds from the  
gold tone filter, or allowing coffee grounds to  
spill over the filter.  
The exclamation point within an  
equilateral triangle is intended to  
alert the user to the presence of  
important operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
Caution: Never open the filter basket during  
the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining  
from the filter basket, since extremely hot  
water/coffee can spill out from the filter basket  
and cause injury. If water/coffee is not draining  
from the filter basket during the brewing cycle,  
unplug the unit and wait 10 minutes before  
opening and checking the filter basket.  
SPECIAL CORD SET  
INSTRUCTIONS  
A short power-supply cord is provided to  
reduce the risks resulting from becoming  
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.  
Longer extension cords are available and  
may be used if care is exercised in their use.  
If a long extension cord is used, the marked  
electrical rating of the extension cord must be  
at least as great as the electrical rating of the  
appliance, and 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.  
WARNING  
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do noT open  
WArnInG: To reduCe THe rISK oF FIre or eLeCTrIC SHoCK,  
do noT remoVe CoVer (or BACK)  
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INTRODUCTION  
IMPORTANT UNPACKING  
The burr mill grinder in your new Fully Automatic INSTRUCTIONS  
Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker is  
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat  
responsible for the superior coffee flavor you are  
about to experience! Add to that the pleasure of  
choosing the flavor strength you like best, easy-  
to-use controls, and a thermal carafe that keeps  
coffee hot and fresh for hours, and you’ll  
understand why we say this Cuisinart®  
coffeemaker  
surface.  
2. Remove the instruction book and any other  
literature.  
3. Turn the box so that the back side of the  
coffeemaker is down and slide the  
coffeemaker from the box.  
is a grind above the rest. Enjoy!  
4. After the coffeemaker has been removed,  
place the box out of the way and lift off the  
left and right polyfoam insert.  
CONTENTS  
5. Remove cardboard insert from carafe  
handle.  
Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee. . . . .5  
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Programming Your Coffeemaker . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Inserting the Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Making Coffee with Whole Beans . . . . . . . . . .9  
Making Coffee with Pre-Ground Beans. . . . .11  
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
6. Remove the cardboard insert between the  
carafe lid and Brew Pause™ mechanism by  
sliding it out of the unit.  
7. Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove it  
from the resting plate, and remove the  
polybag.  
8. Remove the polybag covering the  
coffeemaker.  
We suggest you save all packing materials in  
the event that future shipping of the machine  
is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from  
children.  
 
Element 3: Grind  
THE QUEST FOR THE  
The grind is critical for proper flavor extraction. If  
the grind is too fine, over-extraction and  
bitterness will result. Too fine a grind may also  
clog the filter. If grind is too coarse, the water  
will pass through too quickly and the desired  
flavors will not be extracted. The Fully Automatic  
Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker is  
preset for a medium grind, the optimal grind for  
this type of coffeemaker.  
PERFECT CUP OF COFFEE  
It is generally agreed that there are four basic  
elements critical to the perfect cup of coffee:  
Element 1: Water  
Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked, the  
quality of the water is as important as the quality  
of the coffee. A good rule of thumb is that if  
your water doesn’t taste good from the tap, it  
won’t taste any better in your coffee. That’s why  
Cuisinart has added a water filter to the Fully  
Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal  
Coffeemaker. The charcoal water filter removes  
chlorine, bad tastes and odors, for the purest  
cup of coffee every time.  
Element 4: Proportion  
The Fully Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™  
Thermal Coffeemaker makes up to twelve cups  
(54 oz.) of coffee.  
Using Whole Beans  
We recommend refilling the hopper after two full  
pots of coffee have been brewed. Be sure that  
you have a sufficient amount of beans in your  
hopper for the amount of coffee you intend to  
brew.  
Element 2: Coffee  
While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the  
flavor should be from the coffee. To achieve the  
same great quality cup of coffee you receive at  
a coffee bar, you need to use the same quality  
beans. Buy the beans fresh and whole, only  
about two weeks’ supply at a time for maximum  
freshness. Once the coffee bean is broken, its  
flavor degrades very quickly. That’s why the  
Fully Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal  
Coffeemaker grinds your coffee just prior to  
brewing. If it is not practical to buy small  
supplies, we recommend you separate larger  
amounts of beans into one to two week portions  
immediately after purchase, and freeze them in  
airtight containers. The best way to maximize  
freshness is to minimize exposure to air, light  
and moisture. So, once beans have been  
removed from the freezer, maintain them in a  
sealed container at room temperature, since  
damaging condensation occurs every time the  
beans are removed from the freezer or  
NOTE: The maximum capacity for whole beans  
is ½ lb. — enough for over two 12-cup pots of  
coffee.  
Using Pre-Ground Coffee  
Although it is preferable to use fresh, whole  
beans, you can make coffee in the Fully  
Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal  
Coffeemaker using pre-ground beans. To do so,  
turn off the grinder by pressing the Grind Off  
button before turning on the unit.  
Our recipe  
We suggest that you use 1 level scoop of  
ground coffee per cup. Adjust the amount to  
your taste.  
refrigerator. Note that some coffee experts  
advise against freezing dark-roast beans,  
because freezing can cause the oils to  
coagulate. Other experts disagree. We suggest  
you experiment and decide for yourself.  
NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee  
is 16 level scoops, using either a paper or  
permanent filter. Exceeding this amount may  
cause overflow.  
 
7. Brew Pause™  
FeATureS And  
BeneFITS  
Stops flow of coffee from basket when  
carafe is removed from resting plate, so a  
cup can be poured in mid-brew, if desired.  
Do not remove carafe for longer than 20  
seconds.  
1. Hopper Container Release Knob  
Locks hopper container onto the unit.  
8. Thermal Carafe with Hands-Free Lid  
An easy pour, no drip double-wall insulated  
12-cup stainless steel thermal carafe with  
ergonomic handle.  
2. Hopper Container  
Can be taken out from the unit, for easy  
filling and/or cleaning. A safety interlock  
system prevents operation of the unit if the  
hopper container is removed.  
Coffee brews through and pours through a  
unique lid that seals air out to provide fresh  
flavor. No need to turn or adjust lid.  
3. Hopper Container Lid  
Keeps beans fresh by sealing out harmful  
light, moisture and air.  
9. Resting Plate  
Scratch-resistant with nonstick coating.  
4. Water Reservoir  
(not shown) with  
Water Level Window  
5. Showerhead (not shown)  
Distributes water  
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evenly over coffee.  
6. Control Panel  
(see detailed drawing  
on page 8)  
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Contains:  
On/Off Switch  
Hour Set/Minute Set  
Clock Display  
Program Setting  
Grind Off  
Grind Control  
Strength Control  
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10. Cord Storage (not shown)  
11. Water Reservoir Cover  
Flips back for easy filling.  
12. Charcoal Water Filter (not shown) and  
Holder (see page 9 for actual filter)  
Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine,  
bad tastes and odors from tap water.  
13. Burr Grinder  
14. Coffee Channel Assembly  
a. Channel Cover  
Flips back, for cleaning of coffee chute.  
NOTE: Cover must be in place before  
grinding.  
b. Coffee Chute  
c. Grind Chute Lever  
For easy cleaning.  
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15. Filter Basket Door Release Button  
16. Filter Basket Door  
A safety interlock system prevents  
operation of the unit if the filter basket door  
is not closed prior to brewing. (You will hear  
a click when the door is properly shut.)  
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17. Filter Basket Cover  
Before grinding match GRIND arrows.  
To remove, lift where “LIFT” indicates.  
NOTE: Cover becomes hot after coffee is  
brewed. Use caution when removing cover.  
A safety interlock system prevents  
operation of the unit if the filter basket  
cover is not in place.  
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18. Gold Tone Cuisinart Commercial  
Style Filter  
A note about filters: When using our  
permanent filter, be sure that the handle is  
positioned toward the front of the unit. If  
you do not, the handle may interfere with  
the flow of coffee into the filter basket.  
Also note: using our permanent gold-tone  
filter will allow some fine coffee grounds to  
fall into the coffee carafe. This will appear  
as sediment in the carafe.  
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19. Filter Basket  
Holds our commercial style permanent filter  
or #4 paper filter. Removable for easy  
cleaning.  
A safety interlock system prevents  
operation of the unit if the filter basket door  
is not closed prior to brewing.  
 
mode and can operate either button to select  
the desired time. The buttons can be held down  
to scroll through the digits, or pressed and  
released to advance one digit at a time. When  
scrolling, the numbers will advance slowly at  
first and then speed up to the rate of about  
three per second. When the number displayed  
approaches the desired time, release the button  
and press repeatedly to advance one digit at a  
time. Be careful to make sure that the PM  
indicator is on if a PM time is desired.  
CONTROL PANEL  
1. On/Off button with LED Indicator  
Audible Tone (not shown): The Fully  
Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal  
Coffeemaker is equipped with an audible  
tone which will sound 5 times when the  
coffee has completed brewing (coffee may  
continue to stream from the filter for several  
seconds afterward). Unit will automatically  
shut off.  
2. Hour and Minute Buttons  
Exiting Time Set Mode  
Press and hold either Hour or Min for  
approximately 2 seconds to enter Time Set  
Mode.  
The Time Set mode can be exited in one of two  
ways:  
1. Press any button besides the Hour or  
Minute button. This will exit the Time Set  
mode and activate the selected function.  
3. Clock/LCD Display  
Displays time of day and program setting  
when Program button is pressed. Displays  
Strength Control setting (MILD, MED or  
STRONG)  
2. Do nothing. If neither the Hour or Minute  
button is pressed for a period of five  
seconds, the Time Set mode will be exited.  
4. Program Button with LED Indicator  
Setting the Program Time  
Press to display or set Auto On time.  
When you press the Program Set button, it  
displays the current auto on time (default time  
12:00 pm).  
5. Grind Off Button with LED Indicator  
Use to turn off the grinder when using  
pre-ground coffee.  
Entering Set Program Time Mode  
6. Grind Control Knob  
Turn the Grind Control to choose the  
desired amount of coffee beans to grind.  
Press and hold the Program Set button (about 2  
seconds) until the green light and LCD display  
begin to flash. This signals that you have  
entered the Set Program Time mode. The  
desired time can be set by pressing the Hour  
and Minute buttons to scroll forward through the  
digits. Pressing and holding either button will  
allow you to scroll continuously, slowly at first,  
and then to accelerate to the rate of about three  
digits per second. As the desired time setting  
approaches, release the button and press  
repeatedly to advance one digit at a time.  
The coffeemaker will start to brew at the pro-  
grammed time. The Program mode cannot be  
entered if the coffeemaker is in its brew cycle.  
7. Strength Control Button  
Press to choose coffee strength: mild,  
medium, or strong. Selected coffee  
strength will show on Clock Display.  
PROGRAMMING YOUR  
COFFEEMAKER  
Setting the Clock  
When the coffeemaker is plugged in, 12:00 will  
appear until you set the time.  
Entering Time Set Mode  
Exiting Set Program Time Mode  
Set Program Time may be exited in any of three  
ways:  
To set the time, hold down either the Hour or  
Minute button until the clock begins flashing  
(about 2 seconds). You are now in the Time Set  
 
1. Press the Program Set button again. This  
will cause the coffeemaker to revert to its  
previous state.  
all the way down to the base of the unit,  
along the reservoir wall.  
NOTE: We recommend changing the water filter  
every 60 days or 60 uses or more often if you  
have hard water.  
2. Press any other button (except Hour or  
Minute). Set Program Time mode will be  
exited and the function of the button  
pressed will be executed.  
Replacement water filters can be purchased in  
stores or by calling customer service or through  
the Cuisinart website.  
3. Do nothing. If neither the Hour nor Minute  
button is pressed for a period of five  
seconds, the Set Program Time mode will  
be exited and the programmed setting will  
be in effect.  
MAKING COFFEE WITH  
WHOLE BEANS  
Before you make the first pot of coffee in your  
new Cuisinart® Fully Automatic Burr Grind &  
Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker, we recommend  
operating the coffeemaker once, using only  
water and a paper filter. This will remove any  
dust or residues which will remain in the system  
from the manufacturing process. Note: Allow the  
grinder to grind free of beans for this process.  
INSERTING THE WATER  
FILTER  
1. Fill the Water Reservoir  
Open the reservoir lid. Pour the desired  
amount of water in the reservoir using the  
water level window indicator. Close the  
reservoir lid. Note: Do not exceed the  
12-cup line. Doing so may cause the carafe  
to overflow.  
2. Add Beans  
Lift the hopper lid, using the recess on  
either side. Fill the hopper with beans. We  
recommend keeping the hopper at least  
halfway full. Be sure that you have a  
sufficient amount of beans in your hopper  
for the amount of coffee you intend to brew  
(maximum capacity is ½ lb. Do not over-  
pack the hopper. Over-packing may result  
in jamming the grinder.)  
a. Remove the filter from polybag and soak in  
cold tap water for 15 minutes.  
b. Remove the water filter holder from the  
coffeemaker by lifting it out of the reservoir  
area with your thumb and forefinger.  
c. Grasp the stem in one hand. Using the  
thumb of the other hand, gently press  
down and pull toward you. Compartment  
will flip open.  
For easy filling, the hopper container can be  
taken out by turning the hopper container  
release knob to the unlock position.  
Note: Do not put any water in the unit once the  
hopper container has been removed. If water  
gets into the grinder motor, the motor may  
become damaged and may malfunction.  
d. Place the filter in the holder and close the  
water filter holder; you will hear a snap  
indicating filter is in place.  
NOTE: Caution must be used when inserting the  
charcoal filter. Improper placement in the holder  
can cause tearing of the filter skin.  
Put hopper lid back in place.  
3. Lock Hopper  
If you have removed the hopper from the  
unit, be sure that the hopper container  
release knob is in the unlocked position and  
place the hopper container back in the unit.  
e. Hold the filter under cold running tap water  
for 10 seconds to flush. You should place  
the hole openings in the side of the unit  
directly under the water stream.  
Turn the knob to locked position.  
f. Allow the filter to drain completely.  
This unit is equipped with a safety interlock  
system. The unit will not grind if the hopper  
container is not in place. If you try to turn  
g. Replace the water filter holder in the  
reservoir area of the coffeemaker, pushing it  
 
on the unit for grinding with the hopper out  
of place, the unit will beep continuously  
until the missing part is installed.  
2. Press the Strength Control button to set  
coffee strength. MILD, MED or STRONG  
will show on the LCD display.  
The brewing process can be restarted by  
pressing the On button. Restarting the  
process will not affect coffee results.  
3. Press the On button. The indicator will light  
and the process will begin.  
B. Programmed Brewing  
4. Insert Coffee Filter  
Press the Program button. The indicator  
will light and the display will show the  
programmed time for as long as the button  
is depressed. The display reverts back to  
time of day once the button is released.  
(To set the programmed time, see  
Open filter door by pressing filter basket  
door release button. Remove filter basket  
cover and place a #4 basket paper filter or  
Cuisinart’s commercial style permanent  
filter in the basket.  
Programming Your Coffeemaker on page 8.)  
Note: When using our permanent filter, be sure  
that the handle is positioned toward the front of  
the unit. If you do not, the handle may interfere  
with the flow of coffee into the filter basket.  
1. Turn the Grind Control knob to set the  
number of cups you want to brew. The  
coffeemaker will grind the corresponding  
amount of beans. The unit will automatically  
adjust for low cup settings.  
Also note: Using our permanent gold-tone filter  
will allow some fine coffee grounds to fall into  
the carafe.  
2. Press the Strength Control button to set  
coffee strength. MILD, MED or STRONG  
will show on the LCD display.  
When using a paper filter, be sure that the filter  
is completely open while touching the side walls  
and bottom of the basket.  
3.The coffeemaker will begin brewing at the  
programmed time.  
Put filter basket cover in place. Close filter door.  
(You will hear a click if the door is properly shut.)  
6. During and After Brewing  
The Brew Pause™ feature allows you to  
remove the carafe from the resting plate  
during mid-brew. The brewing process  
does not stop during this period; only the  
flow of coffee from the basket stops. Do  
not remove the carafe for longer than 20  
seconds or the coffee may overflow the  
basket. While we offer this feature, we do  
not recommend that you pour coffee before  
the cycle has reached completion, since  
the coffee brewed at the beginning of the  
cycle has a flavor profile which is very  
different from the coffee made at the end of  
the cycle. Removing a cup during the  
brewing cycle will alter the flavor of the  
finished pot.  
The unit is equipped with a safety interlock  
system. The unit will not operate if the filter  
basket cover or filter basket are not in place or if  
the filter door is not closed. If you try to turn the  
unit on while the filter compartment is out of  
place, the unit will beep continuously until the  
missing part(s) are installed.  
Before Brewing Coffee  
Remove thermal carafe lid by turning in the  
direction of the “unlock” arrow. Prewarm carafe  
by rinsing it out with hot water. PREWARMING  
THE CARAFE WILL HELP KEEP THE COFFEE  
HOTTER.  
Return the carafe lid to the carafe. To lock the  
lid, turn in the direction of the lock arrow until it  
fits tightly on carafe and arrow lines up in the  
center of the pour spout. This ensures that the  
lid is closed and in the proper position for  
brewing and pouring.  
When the brewing cycle is completed, five  
beeps will sound. Coffee will continue to  
stream from the filter for several seconds.  
After brewing, the unit will automatically  
shut itself off. The thermal carafe will keep  
the coffee hot for hours.  
Make sure you have replaced the thermal carafe  
in it’s position on the resting plate and closed  
the top cover.  
Bottom of thermal carafe is hot to  
touch for several minutes after brewing.  
Use caution.  
5. Brewing  
A. Immediate Grinding and Brewing  
1. Turn the Grind Control Knob to set the  
number of cups you want to brew. The  
coffeemaker will grind the corresponding  
amount of beans. The unit will automatically  
adjust for low cup settings.  
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MAKING COFFEE WITH  
PRE-GROUND BEANS  
CLEANING AND  
MAINTENANCE  
Before you make the first pot of coffee in your  
new Cuisinart® Fully Automatic Burr Grind &  
Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker, we recommend  
operating the coffeemaker once, using only  
water and a paper filter. This will remove any  
dust or residues that remain in the system from  
the manufacturing process.  
COMPLETELY CLEAN AND DRY ALL PARTS  
AFTER EVERY USE.  
Always turn coffeemaker off and remove the  
plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.  
After every use, open filter basket door by  
pressing filter basket door release button.  
Remove filter basket cover, filter basket and  
gold tone filter or paper filter. Discard ground  
coffee and paper filter.  
1. Fill the Water Reservoir  
Open the reservoir lid. Pour the desired  
amount of water in the reservoir using the  
water level window indicator. Close the  
reservoir lid. Note: Do not exceed the 12-  
cup line. Doing so may cause the carafe to  
overflow.  
The filter, filter basket and filter basket cover 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.  
Remove the carafe from the heating plate.  
Discard any remaining coffee. The carafe and lid  
can be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed  
thoroughly.  
2. Add Coffee Grounds  
a. Open filter door. Add ground coffee to  
our permanent or #4 paper filter. Our  
recipe suggestion: Use 1 level scoop of  
ground coffee per cup. Adjust the  
amount according to your individual  
taste.  
We suggest cleaning the hopper and coffee  
chute every 1-2 weeks depending on frequency  
of use.  
b. Place filter basket lid in place. Close filter  
door.  
To clean the hopper, remove hopper container  
and lid by turning the hopper container release  
knob to the unlocked position. Discard any  
leftover coffee beans.  
NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee  
is 16 level scoops, using either a paper or  
permanent filter. Exceeding that amount may  
cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.  
The hopper container and hopper container 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.  
3. Brewing  
A. Immediate Grinding and Brewing  
NOTE: Do not put any water in the unit once the  
hopper container has been removed. If water  
gets into the grinder motor, the motor may  
become damaged and may malfunction.  
1. Press the Grind Off button. When this  
function is activated, an amber LED will  
be illuminated.  
2. Press the On button. The indicator will  
light and the process will begin.  
Wipe the area under the hopper container with  
a damp cloth.  
B. Programmed Brewing  
The coffee channel cover can be flipped back  
for easy cleaning of the coffee chute. Push the  
coffee channel cover tab away from you and lift  
up. Use the brush to remove any ground coffee  
that remains. Brush grounds toward you (when  
facing the unit head-on) and pull the grind chute  
lever toward you to send grounds through the  
chute. Be sure the filter basket is in place to  
catch the grounds.  
Press the Program button. The indicator will  
light and the display will show the  
programmed time for as long as the button  
is depressed. The display reverts back to  
time of day once the button is released. (To  
set the programmed time, see  
Programming Your Coffeemaker on page 8.)  
1. Press the Grind Off button. When this  
function is activated, an amber LED will  
be illuminated.  
NOTE: Failing to properly clean the coffee chute  
may lead to grind accumulations which can  
result in weak-tasting coffee.  
2. The coffeemaker will begin brewing at  
the programmed time.  
Do not use scouring agents or harsh cleansers  
on any part of the coffeemaker.  
Never immerse base unit in water or other liquid.  
To clean base, simply wipe with a clean, damp  
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cloth and dry before storing. Wipe heating plate  
with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough,  
abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the  
resting plate. Do not dry the inside of the water  
reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.  
To clean, fill the water reservoir to capacity  
with a mixture of 1  
of white vinegar and 2⁄  
3
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water. Press the Grind Off button, and turn  
the coffeemaker on by pressing the On button.  
One cycle should be sufficient to adequately  
clean the coffeemaker. When the cycle is  
completed and the five beeps sound, turn  
coffeemaker off. Repeat operation, this time  
using fresh cold water.  
DECALCIFICATION  
Decalcification refers to removing the calcium  
deposits which form over time on the metal  
parts of the coffeemaker.  
For best performance from your coffeemaker,  
decalcify the base unit from time to time. The  
frequency depends upon the hardness of your  
tap water and how often you use the  
coffeemaker.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
proBLem  
CAuSe  
SoLuTIon  
Hopper not locked in place  
(when brewing with whole  
beans)  
• Check to see if the hopper container release knob is in the unlocked  
position  
• Place the hopper container on the unit  
• Turn the knob to the locked position  
• Press On/Off or Program again to resume  
Filter door not closed  
• Check to be sure that all components of the filter compartment are in place  
• Close filter door (you will hear a click if the door is properly shut)  
• Press On/Off or Program again to resume  
Filter basket not in place  
• Open filter door by pressing the filter door release button  
• Hook filter basket with cover onto door  
• Close filter door (you will hear a click if the door is properly shut)  
• Press On/Off or Program again to resume  
Continuous  
beeping  
Filter basket cover not in  
place  
• Open filter door by pressing the filter door release button  
• Put on cover, matching “grind” arrows  
• Hook filter basket with cover onto door  
• Close filter door (you will hear a click if the door is properly shut)  
• Press On/Off or Program again to resume  
Filter Basket not emptied of  
used grinds  
• Open filter door by pressing the filter door release button  
• Remove filter basket with cover  
• Discard used grounds  
• Replace filter basket with cover and close door  
• Press On/Off or Program again to resume  
Coffee chute is clogged  
• Remove the hopper from the unit  
• Lift coffee channel cover  
• Clean out coffee chute  
• Replace channel cover and hopper  
• Your coffeemaker is now ready to brew again  
Coffee is  
weaker than  
usual  
Not enough beans in hopper • Be sure there are enough beans in your hopper for the amount of coffee you  
intend to brew  
Strength setting is incorrect  
• Check your strength setting — displayed on the LCD screen  
• To change your strength settings press the strength control button  
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manufactured to the strictest specifications and  
has been designed for use with the authorized  
accessories and replacement parts.  
WArrAnTY  
This warranty expressly excludes any defects or  
damages caused by accessories, replacement  
parts, or repair service other than those that have  
been authorized by Cuisinart.  
LImITed THree-YeAr  
WArrAnTY  
This warranty does not cover any damage caused  
by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary  
household use.  
This warranty is available to consumers only. You  
are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Fully  
Automatic Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal  
Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for  
personal, family or household use. Except as  
otherwise required under applicable law, this  
warranty is not available to retailers or other  
commercial purchasers or owners.  
This warranty excludes all incidental or  
consequential damages. Some states do not allow  
the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so  
they may not apply to you.  
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:  
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Fully Automatic  
Burr Grind & Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker will be  
free of defects in materials and workmanship under  
normal home use for 3 years from the date of  
original purchase.  
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service,  
California residents have the option of returning a  
nonconforming product (A) to the store where it  
was purchased or (B) to another retail store which  
sells Cuisinart products of the same type.  
We suggest you complete and return the enclosed  
product registration card promptly to facilitate  
verification of the date of original purchase.  
However, return of the product registration card  
does not eliminate the need for the consumer to  
maintain the original proof of purchase in order to  
obtain the warranty benefits. In the event that you  
do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase  
date for purposes of this warranty will be the date  
of manufacture.  
If your Cuisinart® Fully Automatic Burr Grind &  
Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker should prove to be  
defective within the warranty period, we will repair  
it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain  
warranty service, simply call our toll-free number 1-  
800-726-0190 for additional information from our  
Customer Service Representatives, or send the  
defective product to Customer Service at Cuisinart,  
150 Milford Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520.  
The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either  
repair the product, refer the consumer to an  
independent repair facility, replace the product, or  
refund the purchase price less the amount directly  
attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the  
product. If the above two options do not result in  
the appropriate relief to the consumer, the  
consumer may then take the product to an  
independent repair facility if service or repair can  
be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not  
the consumer will be responsible for the  
reasonable cost of such service, repair,  
replacement, or refund for nonconforming products  
under warranty.  
California residents may also, according to their  
preference, return nonconforming products directly  
to Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary, replacement,  
by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at  
1-800-726-0190.  
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return,  
please enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of  
the product.  
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the  
repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for  
such products under warranty.  
Please pay by check or money order (California  
residents need only supply proof of purchase and  
should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping  
instructions).  
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART  
PRODUCT  
If you are experiencing problems with your  
Cuisinart® product, we suggest that you call our  
Cuisinart® Service Center at 1-800-726-0190  
before returning the product serviced. If servicing is  
needed, a representative can confirm whether the  
product is under warranty and direct you to the  
nearest service location.  
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling  
of any Cuisinart® product that is being returned, we  
recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery  
service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-  
transit damage or for packages that are not  
delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are  
not covered under warranty. Please be sure to  
include your return address, daytime phone  
number, description of the product defect, product  
model number (located on bottom of product),  
original date of purchase, and any other  
Important: If the nonconforming product is to be  
serviced by someone other than Cuisinart’s  
Authorized Service Center, please remind the  
servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at  
1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem is  
properly diagnosed, the product serviced with  
the correct parts, and the product is still under  
warranty.  
information pertinent to the product’s return.  
Your Cuisinart® Fully Automatic Burr Grind &  
Brew™ Thermal Coffeemaker has been  
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