Cuisinart DTC-950 User's Manual
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1. INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET ge ty i Po ee Programmable Stainless Thermal Carafe Coffeemaker _ DTC 950 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 before operating or using the appliance 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles and knobs 3 To protect against electrical shock do not place cord plugs or appliance in water or other liquid 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 5 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 damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return appliance to authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 7 The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with the appliance 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 Do not move entire unit when appliance is on or when thermal caraf2. 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 return 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 If 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 1 800 726 0190 or write to Cuisinart 150 Milford Road East Windsor NJ 08520 To facilitate the soeed 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 Automatic Brew and Serve Coffeemaker has been manufactured to strict specifications and designed for use only with the Cuisinart Coffeemaker 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 Cuis
3. be poured before brew cycle has finished Carefully remove thermal carafe and the Pause amp Serve fea ture will be automatically activated temporarily stopping flow of coffee into thermal carafe Return thermal carafe to platform immediately after pouring coffee and the brewing process will resume IMPORTANT Carafe must be returned to its position within 30 seconds to prevent filter basket from overflowing NOTE Strength of coffee poured mid cycle may vary in strength from finished brew CAUTION During brew cycle basket must be closed securely since basket in improper position may cause hot water or coffee to overflow PRECAUTIONS 1 Do not place a cloth or otherwise restrict airflow beneath coffeemaker 2 To avoid accidents make sure thermal carafe lid is in CLOSED position during brewing and while pouring do not pour in the direction of people 3 When pouring use thermal carafe handle only 4 CAUTION Burns may result from spilled hot liquid and or contact with hot parts THERMAL CARAFE PRECAUTIONS Your thermal carafe contains a vacuum sealed double glass inner liner Improper use will damage the liner Please follow these instructions 1 Clean inside of carafe with lukewarm water Turn carafe upside down to dry 2 Never clean inside or outside of carafe with a hard implement scouring pad or other abrasive cleaners rinse only with water scratches in the glass may cause glass liner to weaken and br
4. button is turned off The red ON indicator light will illuminate each time the attempt to brew is made If there is no water in the reservoir the unit will automatically shut off one minute later COFFEE PREPARATION 1 Place coffeemaker on a solid flat surface Plug into 120V outlet 2 Open thermal carafe lid in direction of OPEN arrow Fill thermal carafe with cold fresh water Open hinged water reservoir cover pour water into reservoir opening Markings on water level indica tor show amount of water needed to make desired number of cups of coffee TO AVOID OVERFLOW DO NOT FILL ABOVE 8 CUP MARK Close reservoir cover 3 Before thermal carafe is returned to platform prewarm carafe by running warm water through it If warm water is not run through carafe when hot coffee flows into carafe during brewing cycle the glass liner may crack due to the temperature change Prewarming carafe will help keep coffee warmer and also prevent glass liner from being damaged 4 Return carafe lid to thermal carafe To close lid turn it in direction of CLOSE arrow until it fits tightly on carafe and POUR arrow is aligned with spout Return empty thermal carafe to platform Be certain thermal carafe lid is in CLOSED position and is securely in place during brew cycle On Open filter basket by grasping basket handle and swinging outward Insert a filter into filter basket make sure filter fits snugly in bas
5. lid Coffee brews and pours through without ever having to open or turn the lid Flavor and heat are sealed in Now you can program your coffeemaker to start brewing when you want Simply set the desired brew time fill the reservoir with water put in your filter add ground coffee and press the ON button In minutes you ll have a wonderfully fresh pot of coffee We know the Cuisinart Thermal Carafe Coffeemaker will bring you years of pleasure Nothing is more satisfying than a rich cup of your favorite brew DESCRIPTION OF PARTS Your thermal carafe coffeemaker brews fresh filtered coffee in minutes The thermal carafe contains a vacuum sealed glass inner liner which delivers heat retention superior to other containers used with drip coffeemakers and helps keep full coffee flavor Reservoir Cover stainless Steel Thermal Carafe Swing Out Filter Basket Brew Through Lid Water Level Indicator Pause amp Serve Programmable Control Panel Carafe Platform PREPARATION FOR USE Before first use clean the thermal carafe coffeemaker by completing a brew cycle as described below without using coffee or coffee filter USING THE PROGRAMMING FEATURE To Set The Clock To set the time press and hold the hour or minute button for two seconds Time set starts flashing in the upper left hand corner of the LCD screen Press the hour button to advance the clock to the desired time The hour numeral moves in one hour i
6. toll free at 1 800 726 0190 Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair replacement and shipping and handling for such nonconforming products under warranty BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart product we suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at 1 800 726 0190 before returning the product for servicing Often our Consumer Service Representatives can help solve the problem without having 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 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 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed the product is serviced with the correct parts and the product is still under warranty S5AVOR THE LIF E Y n 3 o 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 150 Milford Road East Windsor NJ 08520 Printed in China
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8. e contains hot liquids 12 Prior to connecting or disconnecting plug from wall outlet turn all controls to OFF 13 Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose Appliance is for household use only 14 WARNING To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock do not remove bottom cover No user serviceable parts are inside Repair should be done by authorized personnel only 15 Special instructions for the thermal carafe A The thermal carafe is designed for use with this appliance only It must never be used with any other drip tyoe coffeemaker or on arange top or in a microwave oven B Do not set a hot thermal carafe on a wet or cold surface Do not out thermal carafe in water Do not place on hot surface C Do not use a cracked thermal carafe or a thermal carafe that has a loose or weakened handle If glass liner breaks do not consume beverage D Do not clean thermal carafe with cleaners steel wool pads or abrasive material Do not place sharp or hard objects in the thermal carafe 16 Do not place a cloth or otherwise restrict airflow beneath coffeemaker SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to 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 Do not a
9. eak over time 3 Never insert your hand into carafe for cleaning A damaged glass liner can cut your hand and cause serious injuries 4 Never stir inside of carafe with a spoon or other utensil 5 Never fill carafe to the rim Fill to a maximum of one inch from the top of liner 6 Before adding very hot or very cold liquid to carafe first rinse with warm or cold water depending upon what is being prepared Otherwise sudden temperature change could damage glass liner 7 Never use ice cubes in carafe 8 Never fill carafe with carbonated beverages 9 Never drink directly from carafe Always check beverages for broken glass before drinking CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Daily Always unplug coffeemaker and allow to cool before cleaning Wash filter basket in hot sudsy water Rinse inside of thermal carafe with lukewarm water Wipe coffeemaker and outside of thermal carafe with damp cloth then dry Never put coffeemaker or thermal carafe in water or in the dishwasher For hard to remove stains use a plastic mesh pad or a cloth dampened in vinegar Do not use metal cleaning pad or abrasive cleaners Monthly Minerals found in water can clog coffeemaker or reduce its efficiency To prevent this fill thermal carafe with 2 cups vinegar Add cold water to top Pour water vinegar mixture into reservoir opening Place empty thermal carafe with lid securely closed on platform and press ON button After water vinegar mixture ha
10. inart These warranties do not cover any damage caused by accident misuse shipment or other than ordinary household use These 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 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY 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 The retail store shall then at its option 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 either of the above two options does 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
11. ket Use a fresh filter for each carafe of coffee oe After placing 2 level tablespoons per cup of ground coffee into cone filter return basket to closed position To ensure safe operation make sure basket is closed securely N With thermal carafe and basket securely in place press ON button LED will light CAUTION Coffeemaker becomes very hot during brew cycle handle with extreme care as hot parts and escaping steam may cause burns 0 The Brew Through lid allows coffee to drip from coffeemaker through closed lid When coffee has completely stopped dripping into thermal carafe and water level indicator is empty brew cycle is complete When dripping stops Brew Through lid will seal so coffee freshness and temperature are preserved CO An audible beep tone will signal when brew cycle is complete Coffeemaker will switch off automatically 1 After coffee grounds have cooled carefully open filter basket and discard used coffee filter and grounds To remove filter basket from coffeemaker A grasp basket handle and swing basket outward and B with basket in far right position lift up and pull basket hinge Brew Through lid allows coffee to be poured with lid in CLOSED position so coffee freshness and temperature can be preserved NEVER POUR LIQUID FROM THERMAL CARAFE UNLESS LID IS IN CLOSED POSITION 1 PAUSE amp SERVE This feature allows a cup of coffee to
12. ncrements When numeral passes 12 am the PM indicator will illuminate in the lower left hand corner of the LCD screen Press the minute button to advance the minutes to the desired time Minutes move in one second increments When complete press the hour button again or wait for 15 seconds and your time change will be accepted To Program the Brew Time To program the brew time press and hold the program button for two seconds The prog symbol starts flashing in the lower right corner of the LCD screen Press the hour button to advance the clock to the desired time The hour numeral moves in one hour increments When numeral passes 12 am the PM indicator will illuminate in the lower left hand corner of the LCD screen Press the minute button to advance the minutes to the desired time Minutes move in one second increments When complete press the prog button or wait for 15 seconds and your set time will be accepted To Activate the Auto Brew Cycle To activate the auto brew mode depress the auto on button The auto symbol will illuminate in the upper right hand corner of the LCD screen The unit will now begin the brewing cycle at the programmed time When the programmed time initiates the cycle the red ON indicator light will show that the brewing cycle has started NOTE The unit will continue to attempt to brew at the programmed time each day until the Auto On
13. s been cycled through press OFF button Rinse by cycling through 2 or 3 more carafes of plain cold tap water Do not pour any liquid other than cold tap water or water vinegar mixture into reservoir opening when cleaning FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1 Patented Lid Allows coffee to brew into and be poured from carafe without opening or adjusting Keeps coffee hot and flavorful for hours 2 Reservoir Cover simply lift to fill with water Close cover once water has been added 3 Filter Basket Swings open for easy insertion of coffee filter 4 Water Window Magnitied markings indicate water needed to make corresponding cups of coffee 5 Stainless Thermal Insulated Carafe 6 Brew Pause stops flow of water from basket when carafe is removed from heater plate So a cup can be poured during brewing cycle 7 Auto Brew Cycle Program time to brew 8 ON Indicator Light illuminates when power is on 9 LCD Readout z ad l 4 1 i Se Lit _ WARRANTY THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty is available to consumers only You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart Automatic Brew and Serve Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for personal family or household use Except as otherwise required under applicable state law this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners We warrant that your Cuisinart Automatic Brew and Serve Coffeemaker will
14. ttempt to modify the plug in any way A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Extension cords are avail able and may be used if care is exercised in their use If an extension cord is used the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance and the cord should be arranged so it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over or pulled on by children IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Place the box on a large sturdy flat surface Lay the box on its side slide the packaged unit out of the box Remove the foam insert and the cardboard insert Now remove the carafe from the coffeemaker Remove the carafe from its cardboard packaging Carefully lift the coffeemaker from the remaining inserts Remove the plastic bag from 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 p 1 Unpacking Instructions 0 2 Introduction 0 2 Using the Programming Feature 0 2 Coffee Preparation Dd About the Thermal Carafe p 4 Cleaning and Maintenance p 4 Features and Benefits Db Warranty p 6 INTRODUCTION The Cuisinart Thermal Carafe Coffeemaker is a coffee lover s dream It delivers the freshest coffee in the world The secret The patented
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