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MAKING COFFEE
BEFORE FIRST USE
We recommend flushing out your
coffeemaker before first use.
Fill the reservoir with cold water and follow
the directions for Brewing Coffee. DO NOT
ADD COFFEE!
Once the system flush is complete, your
coffeemaker is ready to brew so you can
enjoy Cuisinart at its best!
1. Fill the water reservoir:
Lift the water reservoir lid and pour the desired
amount of water using the stair-step cup measure
inside the water reservoir.
2. Add the ground coffee:
Remove the filter basket by grasping the handle and
lifting straight up, and place it on the countertop.
Insert a #2 paper filter or permanent filter. Be sure
that the paper filter is completely open and fully
inserted into the basket. It may help to fold and flat-
ten the seams of a paper filter beforehand. Add the
desired amount of ground coffee, corresponding to
the number of cups being brewed. Add 1 level scoop
(1 tablespoon) of ground coffee per cup. Adjust the
amount according to taste.
Replace the filter basket in the filter basket holder
and flip the water reservoir lid closed. Be sure that it
closes securely in place.
Before brewing coffee:
Make sure you have replaced the carafe into its posi-
tion on the warming plate. Plug the cord into an
electrical outlet.
3. Power unit:
Press the power button on the side of the unit to
power on. The indicator will illuminate.
4. During and after brewing:
The Brew Pause feature allows you to remove the
carafe from the warming 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 30 seconds or the
coffee may overflow the basket. While we offer this
feature, we do not recommend you pour the coffee
before the cycle has reached completion, since the
coffee brewed at the beginning of the cycle has a
flavor profile that is very different from the flavor at
the end of the cycle. Removing a cup during the
brewing cycle will alter the flavor
of the finished pot.
Caution: During and after brewing, hold carafe by
handle only. Stainless steel will be hot.
Once the coffee has finished brewing, stir it before
serving to blend the flavors. The coffee at the
bottom of the carafe will be somewhat stronger
than the coffee at the top.
After brewing, the warming plate will keep the coffee
at about 80~86°C. We recommend transferring the
coffee to a thermal carafe preheated with hot water if
the coffee is not going to be consumed
within 20 minutes.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
COMPLETELY CLEAN AND DRY
ALL PARTS AFTER EVERY USE.
Always turn the coffeemaker off and remove the plug
from the electrical outlet before cleaning it.
Lift up the reservoir cover. Remove and discard
the paper filter and ground coffee. The filter basket
can be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed
thoroughly, or cleaned in the upper rack of the
dishwasher. Dry all parts after use.
Do not put any water in the unit once the filter
basket has been removed. Wipe the area under
the filter basket with a damp cloth.
Remove the carafe from the warming plate.
Discard any remaining coffee. The carafe and lid
should be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed
thoroughly.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleansers
on any part of the coffeemaker.
Never immerse base unit in water or other
liquids. To clean base, simply wipe with a clean,
damp cloth and dry before storing. Wipe warming
plate with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough,
abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the
warming plate. Do not dry the inside of the water
reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to removing the calcium
deposits that form over time on the metal parts of
the coffeemaker.
For best performance from your Cuisinart
®
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.
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