Cuisinart DCC-100C User's Manual
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1. 16 17 18 19 20 21 push the switch to Off then remove plug from wall outlet Do not use appliance for other than intended use Snap lid securely onto carafe before serving any beverages Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle The glass carafe is designed for use with these appliances only It must never be used on the range top Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle Do not clean carafe or warming plate with cleansers steel wool pads or other abrasive materials WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL Avoid contact with moving parts While brewing do not remove the carafe for longer than 30 seconds or hot coffee may overflow the basket SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY WARNING RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to shock to persons A The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important2. Cuisinart nart Classic 10 cup Coffeemaker For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product always read the instruction book carefully before using IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and or injury to persons including the following 1 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles and knobs 3 To protect against electric shock do not place cord plug or base unit in water or other liquids 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 5 Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance 6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for examination repair and electrical or mechanical adjustment 7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may Cause injuries 8 Do not use outdoors 9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surface 10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 11 Always fill water reservoir first then plug cord into the wall outlet To disconnect 12 13 14 15
3. Cuisinart CGF 1 or GTF 1 Be sure that the filter is completely open and fully inserted in the basket It may help to fold and flatten the seams of a paper filter beforehand Add the desired amount of ground coffee which should correspond to the amount of coffee being brewed Our recipe calls for about 8 grams of medium fine grind coffee 2 tablespoons per 5 ounces of water which translates to the measurements in the chart You may find the flavor to be a bit richer than that to which you are accustomed We recommend however that you continue to use this recipe for at least a week before making any adjustments to the proportion Replace the filter holder in the filter basket and swing the filter basket shut Be sure that it closes securely into place Amount of Ground Coffee 4 Tbs 7 Tbs 8 Tbs 4 Cup 10 Tbs 12 Tbs Cup 16 Tbs 1 Cup 20 Tbs 1 Cups 22 Tbs 4 Power Unit Switch the control panel to ON The indicator will light 5 Select Cups Setting If you are brewing fewer than 5 cups activate the 1 4 setting using the rocker switch The indicator light will illuminate Note that the light will only come on if the coffeemaker has been turned on 6 During and After Brewing The Brew Pause feature allows you to remove the carafe from the heater 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
4. Flavor System does the work for you Using the proportions and grind recom mended on page 5 simply set the flavor system dial for the number of cups you intend to brew The Coffee Bar Flavor System automatically meters the correct amount of water through the grounds and directs the rest of the water into the carafe RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY FEATURES AND BENEFITS Every feature of the Coffee Bar Classic 10 cup Coffeemaker has been designed for ease of use We made a large water window which is easily viewed from the front of the machine and the reservoir lid opens to the back to give easy access for filling The removable filter basket liner is molded in black plastic to avoid unsightly staining We put rubber feet on the front of the machine only so it s easy to move around on the countertop yet won t slide as you set the controls We also reasoned that an easy to hold carafe would allow you more control while pouring helping to avoid spills And we placed the carafe markings next to the handle not on the side of the pot so you can easily see them as you fill the carafe with water 1 Reservoir Cover 2 Flavor System Settings Give a guideline for optimum flavor extraction based on number of cups being brew
5. for longer than 30 seconds or the coffee may overflow the basket While we offer this feature we do not recommend 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 brewed at the end of the cycle Removing a cup during the brewing cycle will alter the flavor of the finished pot 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 we recommend transferring the cof fee to a thermal carafe preheated with hot water if the coffee is not going to be consumed within 20 minutes CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before attempting to clean it Swing the filter basket open and remove the filter holder Discard the filter paper and ground coffee The filter holder can be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed thoroughly or cleaned in the upper rack of a dishwasher To clean the filter basket with the filter holder removed swing it to the open position and lift upward at the hinge Holding it in this position pull the bottom of the hinge toward you Once the lower portion of the hinge is clear of the reservoir it will drop easily from its position The filter basket can be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed th
6. operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance 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 lf a long extension cord is used the marked electri cal 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 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 in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not modify the plug in any way IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Place the box on a large sturdy flat surface Lift the topmost cardboard insert from the box The top of the coffeemaker will be visible Turn the box so that the back side of the coffeemaker is down and slide the coffeemaker from the box After the coffeemaker has been removed place the box out of the way and with one hand on the cardboard insert which protects the carafe turn the coffeemaker upright Carefully remove the cardboa
7. ed Set to 1 4 SZ to improve extraction and flavor when making fewer than 5 cups of coffee Simply set the red dial for the number of cups of coffee you are brewing and the flavor system ensures great coffee bar flavor Eos Off Water Reservoir 4 Filter Basket Holds 4 paper cone filter or permanent cone filter 5 Basket Holder Water Window Markings indicate water needed to make corresponding cups of brewed coffee Brew Pause Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed from heater plate so a cup can be poured in mid brew if desired Since the extraction rate varies during the brew cycle we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring any coffee Carafe a Taste Keeper Lid Minimizes oxygen flow into carafe to help preserve coffee flavor b Comfort Grip Handle Safe controlled pouring c Brewed Coffee Markings These are located close to the handle for easier viewing Warming Plate Cord Storage Unused cord is easily pushed into the bottom of coffeemaker to keep counters neat 11 Control Panel MAKING COFFEE Before making the first pot of coffee in your new Cuisinart Coffee Bar Coffeemaker we recommend operating the coffeemaker once using only water and a filter paper This will remove any dust or residues which remain in the system from the manufacturing process 1 Fill the Water Reservoir Remove the carafe from the hot plate O
8. er Combine in the glass carafe and pour into the water reservoir Replace the carafe on the heater plate Be sure that the filter basket is snapped into position Plug the unit into electrical outlet Turn to the ON position and run until half the amount has brewed 5 or 6 cups Turn the unit to the OFF position and allow to sit for 10 minutes Return the unit to ON and allow the remainder of the liquid to brew Repeat the above procedure as many times as necessary until a normal brew rate returns usually 2 3 times With each repeated cycle use a fresh solution of vinegar and water Run one cycle of fresh cold water through the unit at the completion of decalcification before using the unit to brew coffee again WARRANTY Cuisinart Coffee Bar Coffeemaker LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart Coffee Bar Coffeemakers This warranty is available to consumers only You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart Coffee Bar Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for personal family or household use Except as other wise required under applicable state law this war ranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners We warrant that your Cuisinart Coffee Bar Coffeemaker will be free of defects in material or workmanship under normal home use for three years from the date of original purchase We suggest that you complete and retu
9. hese warranties exclude all incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion of or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the foregoing limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Cuisinart SAVOR THE GOOD LIFE f p i i ZA 2 7 a Pi r e amp Coffeemakers Food Toaster Ovens Blenders Cookware Ice Cream Processors Makers Discover the complete line of Cuisinart brand premier kitchen appliances including food processors mini food processors hand mixers blenders toasters coffeemakers cookware ice cream makers and toaster ovens at www cuisinart com 2001 Cuisinart Cuisinart is a registered trademark of Cuisinart Cuisinart 150 Milford Road East Windsor NJ 08520 Printed in Hong Kong 01CU13045
10. oroughly or placed in a dishwasher Once the filter basket has been cleaned replace it by reversing the above steps The filter holder will then drop easily into place Swing the filter basket back into a closed position Remove the carafe from the warming plate Discard any remaining coffee The carafe and lid can be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed thoroughly or placed in a dishwasher The carafe and carafe lid should be placed on the upper rack only 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 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 which form over time on the metal parts of the coffeemaker For best performance from your Coffee Bar 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 If the coffeemaker begins to brew more slowly than usual or the coffee does not taste the same decalcification will clean the interior To decalcify use a solution of 1 3 white vinegar and 2 3 water which fills the stated capacity of the coffeemak
11. pen the carafe cover and fill with cold water to just over the amount of coffee you are making Close the carafe cover Lift the lid of the water reservoir and pour the water from the carafe into it The numbers on the water reservoir indicate a slightly higher amount of water per cup than the carafe markings This is to compensate for the amount of water lost in wetting the grounds and lost as steam during the brewing process The float on the water window indicates the amount of water necessary to brew the corresponding amount of coffee Place the carafe back on the hot plate 2 Set the Flavor System The flavor system has been designed to extract the proper coffee flavor compounds when the dial is positioned according to the number of cups being brewed NOTE If you use less than the recommended coffee measure or you use a grind that is finer than the recommended grind set the flavor system to a higher cup setting This takes more water out of the grounds to prevent overextraction Conversely if you use more coffee or a coarser grind set flavor system to a lower setting To deactivate the flavor system turn the selector knob counterclockwise to the OFF setting Close the lid of the reservoir 3 Add Ground Coffee Swing the filter basket from left to right to open Remove the filter holder by grasping the handle and lifting straight up and place it on the counter top Insert a 4 paper or permanent filter Such as
12. rd carafe insert by placing one hand on the carafe to hold it in place and gently sliding the insert away from the coffeemaker grasp the carafe by its handle remove it from the heater plate and remove the polybag Lift the coffeemaker from the cardboard tray and 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 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards Page 2 Unpacking Instructions Page 3 MTOdUCUON 4 arenas hs ae camer i stri Page 3 Features and Benefits Page 4 Making Comeeiaccsccevcacaaswane ds Page 5 Cleaning and Maintenance Page 6 Decalcification of Metal Parts Page 6 CU eee ee eee are ee aa ee Page 7 THE COFFEE BAR FLAVOR SYSTEM All coffee has the rich aromatic flavors we associate with a great cup of coffee as well as the acidic bitter flavors we associate with a bad cup Commercial brewers have discovered that the good and bad flavors wash out of the grounds at a different rate with the good flavors washing out faster than the bad The trick is to use only enough water to wash out the good flavors and leave the bad behind The relatively small amount of water needed to do this leaves a very strong cup of coffee so it is necessary to add some water to bring it to a pleasant strength The Coffee Bar
13. rn the enclosed warranty registration card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase However return of the warranty registration is not a condition of these warranties lf your coffeemaker should prove to be defective within the warranty period we will repair it or if we think it necessary replace it without charge to you To obtain warranty service please call our Consumer Service Center toll free at 800 726 0190 or write to Cuisinart 150 Milford Road East Windsor NJ 08520 To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return please also enclose 10 00 for shipping and handling of the product California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1 800 726 0190 for shipping instructions Please also be sure to include a return address description of the product defect product serial number and any other information pertinent to the product s return Please pay by check or money order Your Cuisinart coffeemaker has been manufactured to strict specifications and has been designed for use with the Cuisinart coffeemaker authorized accessories and replacement parts for your model These warranties expressly exclude any defects or damages caused by accessories replacement parts or repair service other than those that have been authorized by Cuisinart These warranties do not cover any damage caused by accident misuse shipment or other than ordinary household use T
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