Cuisinart DCC-2400STR User's Manual
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1. Central Thermal Coffeemaker looks on the counter The styling is streamlined with an elegance that only comes from stainless steel The Brew Central Thermal is a statement about how serious you are about your coffee and your kitchen Enjoy full programmability extreme ease of use and coffee that stays hot for hours in the elegant double wall thermal carafe THE QUEST FOR THE PERFECT CUP OF COFFEE It is generally agreed that there are four basic elements critical to the perfect cup Element 1 Water Coffee is 9896 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 Brew Central Thermal Coffeemaker The charcoal water filter removes chlorine calcium bad tastes and odors for the purest cup of coffee every time 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 If you choose to grind your own beans 3 buy the beans fresh and whole only about a two week supply at a time for maximum freshness Once the coffee bean is broken its flavor degrades very quickly If it is not practical to buy small supplies we recommend you separate larger am2. coffeemaker Exceeding this amount may cause overflow Paper filters have been provided for your convenience and coffee enjoyment FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1 2 3 10 11 12 13 Hour and Minute Buttons Function Knob 1 4 Cup Setting Reservoir Cover Flips back for easy filling Water Reservoir Showerhead not shown Distributes water evenly over coffee reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds Water Filter not shown Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine calcium and bad tastes and odors from tap water Filter Basket not shown Holds a 4 paper filter or a permanent filter Filter Basket Holder not shown LCD Digital Clock Displays time of day and set time for automatic functions Used to set time of day and automatic functions Used to initiate programming of automatic functions Auto On Program Clock and Brew On Off Button Used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and program your delayed brew For brewing smaller pots of coffee It provides double heating of the water so coffee is piping hot Clean Setting Tells you when it s time to clean your coffeemaker Remove built up calcification from the water reservoir to help extend the life of your coffeemaker Brew Pause Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed 30 seconds max from the heater plate so a cup can be poured in mid brew Since the flavor extractio
3. Ec B INSTRUCTION uisinart 5 5 Brew Central Thermal Coffeemaker DCC 2400STR For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product always read the instruction book carefully before using IMPORTANT Mee SAFEGUARDS from wall outlet 12 Do not use appliance for other than When using electrical appliances basic safety intended use precautions should always be followed to 13 Turn lid securely onto carafe before reduce the risk of fire electric shock and or serving any beverages injury t including the following as is dud died ieee ge wing 14 Scalding may occur if the lid is removed 1 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS during the brewing cycle 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles 15 The thermal carafe is designed for use and knobs with these appliances only It must never 3 To protect against electric shock do not be used on the range top place cord plug or base unit in water or 16 Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold other liquids surface 4 Close supervision is necessary when any 17 Do not use cracked carafe or a carafe appliance is used by or near children having a loose or weakened handle 5 Always unplug from outlet when not in 18 Do not clean carafe or warming plate use and before cleaning Allow to cool with cleansers steel wool pads or other before putting on or taking off parts and abrasive materials before cleaning the appliance 19 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 6 Do not operate any appliance with a FI
4. RE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT damaged cord or plug or after the REMOVE THE BASE PANEL NO USER appliance malfunctions or has been SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE dropped or damaged in any manner REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL Repair Center for examination repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment 20 Avoid contact with moving parts 7 The use of accessory attachments not bei by Cuisinart may cause SAVE TH ESE 8 Do not use outdoors INSTRUCTIONS 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 FOR HOUSEHOLD USE electric burner or in a heated oven ONLY 11 Always fill water reservoir first then plug WARNING RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 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 1 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 Lon
5. ave been authorized by Cuisinart 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 according to its preference 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 toll free at 800 726 0190 Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost o
6. count passes 12 the PM light will be displayed on the LCD b Set Minutes Press and hold the Minute button to scroll through numbers quickly When number displayed approaches the desired setting press and release pulse the button to advance one digit at a time After setting the correct minute the default will be the last time set unless power is shut off To finish setting time turn the FUNCTION KNOB to any other setting or simply wait until the numbers stop blinking To program the Auto On brew start time 1 Turn the function knob to Prog 2 Set the time you want coffee to begin brewing by using the minute and hour push buttons Follow the same instructions you used to set the time of day in the To set the time section above 3 Turn the function knob to Auto On LCD will display the current time 4 Press the On Off button and release The green indicator light will come on to remind you that the programming function is in use At the programmed time the red indicator will come on as well indicating that the brew cycle is starting Both lights will go off when keep warm cycle ends NOTE To reactivate the auto on feature to start brew cycle at the same time another day simply press the On Off button and release The green auto on light will illuminate 1 4 Cup Setting The 1 4 cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee The 1 4 cup setting basically double heats the wate
7. d 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 any 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 Fingerprints and other blemishes on the stainless steel housing can be washed off with soap and water or a nonabrasive cleaning solution Wipe resting 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 Decalcification Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium deposits which form over time on the metal parts of the coffeemaker For best performance from your Brew Central Thermal 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 The flashing Clean light will indicate when you should clean your coffeemaker If the Clean light begins to flash when the coffeemaker is turned on it is telling you that the calcium buildup is interfering with the functioning of your coffeemaker and the flavor of your coffee To clean fill the water reservoir to capacity with a mixture of white vinegar and 25 Water Press the Clean button When the self clean light g
8. ee 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 product registration card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase However return of the product registration card 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 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 h
9. ew Central Thermal Coffeemaker is equipped with an audible tone which will sound 5 times when the coffee has completed brewing coffee will continue to stream from the filter for a few seconds after tone On Off Button Used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and works in tandem with the function knob Hour and Minute Buttons For use in setting hour and minute for time of day and auto on time On Off and Auto On Indicator Lights Clean Setting Used to indicate time to clean your coffee maker to remove calcium buildup 1 4 Cup Setting For brewing smaller pots of coffee it provides double heating of the water so coffee is piping hot PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER TO BREW COFFEE 1 Turn the function knob to Brew 2 Press the On Off button and release The red On indicator light will illuminate and brew cycle will begin TO TURN THE COFFEEMAKER OFF Press the On Off button and release Note This coffeemaker shuts off automatically after brewing is complete PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER FOR DELAYED BREW TIME To set the time 1 Turn the function knob to Clock a Set Hour Press and hold the Hour button to scroll through numbers quickly When number displayed approaches the desired setting press and release pulse the button to advance one digit at a time After setting the correct hour the default will be the last time set unless power is shut off NOTE When the number
10. f the repair replacement and shipping and handling for such nonconforming products under warranty BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT 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 serviced with the correct parts and to ensure that the product is still under warranty Cuisinart SAVOR THE GOOD LIFE per e m iE p E T Qm w J 1 solio Hl A Coffeemakers Food Toasters Rice Cookers Cookware Grills Processors Cuisinart offers an extensive assortment of top quality products to make life in the kitchen easier than ever Try some of our other countertop appliances and cookware and Savor the Good Life www cuisinart com 2007 Cuisinart Cuisinart is a registered trademark of Cuisinart 150 Milford Road East Windsor NJ 08520 Printed in China 07CU26285 U IB 7381
11. ger 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 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 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 Caution Never open the top cover 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 bef
12. he side of the unit directly under the water stream h Allow the filter to drain completely i Replace the water filter holder in the reservoir area of the coffeemaker pushing it all the way down to the base of the unit NOTE We recommend changing the water filter every 60 days or 60 uses more often if you have hard water Replacement water filters can be purchased in stores by calling customer service at 1 800 726 0190 or through the Cuisinart website www cuisinart com Fill the water reservoir Open the reservoir cover by lifting it up Pour the desired amount of water in the reservoir using the step water level indicator located at the rear of the reservoir 3 Add the ground coffee Remove the filter basket by grasping the handle and lifting straight up and then place it on the countertop Insert a 4 paper filter or permanent filter Be sure that the paper 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 corresponding to the number of cups being brewed Use 1 level tablespoon per cup but use more or less to suit your taste The Cuisinart Coffeemaker makes 12 5 oz cups NOTE The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 20 tablespoons for this 60 oz coffeemaker Exceeding this amount may cause overflow Replace the filter basket in the filter basket holder and flip the water reserv
13. lows turn the coffeemaker on by pressing the on off button The Clean light will shine steadily The coffeemaker is now in Clean mode One cycle should be sufficient to adequately clean the coffeemaker When the cycle is completed and the five beeps sound the coffeemaker will shut off Turn the coffeemaker ON to see if the Clean light continues to flash If it does turn it to OFF and then repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh solution of vinegar and water If the Clean light no longer flashes turn the coffeemaker to OFF and then run one cycle of fresh cold water through the unit before using the unit again to brew coffee Notes on the Clean Function Pressing the Clean button cancels all other settings If it is pressed accidentally press it again to return the coffeemaker to all its previous settings Pressing ON OFF will also exit the Clean Mode and turn the coffeemaker OFF WARRANTY LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on the Cuisinart Brew Central Thermal Coffeemaker This warranty is available to consumers only You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart Brew Central Thermal 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 Brew Central Thermal Coffeemaker will be fr
14. n rate varies during the brew cycle we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring the coffee 14 15 16 17 18 19 Thermal Carafe with Hands Free Lid An easy pour no drip double wall insulated 12 cup stainless steel thermal carafe Coffee brews through and pours through a unique lid that seals air out to provide fresh flavor No need to turn or adjust lid Resting Plate Scratch resistant with black nonstick coating Ready Tone not shown Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps Cord Storage not shown Power Loss Back up System not shown One minute protection in case power fails breaker trips or unit is unplugged Measuring Scoop not shown 14 15 CONTROL PANEL Cuisinart 5 S BREW 2a 9 y e O O Q 1 Clock Display Displays time of day and auto on time 2 Function Knob For setting time of day and auto on time a Auto On The Auto On feature is used to pro gram the start time of the brew cycle The auto on time can be set for any time day or night The PM indicator is displayed on the LCD for nighttime program times b Program Set The Program Set function is used to set the time for the Auto On function c Brew The Brew function is used to start the brew cycle directly d Clock Set Used to program the time of day e Audible Tone not shown The Br
15. oir cover closed Press firmly on top cover to be sure that it closes securely 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 lid is closed and in the proper position for brewing and pouring Make sure you have replaced the thermal carafe in its position on the resting plate and closed the top cover Plug the cord into an electrical outlet Power unit Turn the function knob to brew press the on off button and the red indicator light will turn on Or set the Auto On function and the green indicator will light During and after brewing The Brew Pause feature allows you to remove the carafe from the 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 that you pour the 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 flavor at the end of the cycle Rem
16. ore opening the top cover and checking the filter basket IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Place the box on a large sturdy flat 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 4 After the coffeemaker has been removed place the box out of the way and remove the side two polyfoam inserts 5 Grasp the carafe by its handle remove it from the heater plate and remove the polybag 6 Remove the polybag covering from the coffeemaker and lift the coffeemaker off the remaining two inserts 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 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 CONTENTS Important Safeguards 000 eee 1 Unpacking Instructions 22243 owen 2 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee 0005e 3 Features and Benefits 4 Control Parle tains dese ed onc 99379 tadi 5 Programming Your Coffeemaker 6 Making Coffee uanrace oar eda hee aar 6 Cleaning and Maintenance 8 liim ETC ke 9 INTRODUCTION You ll love the way your new Cuisinart Brew
17. ounts of beans into one to two week portions immediately after purchasing and freeze them in airtight containers The best way to maximize freshness is to minimize exposure to air light and moisture So once removed from the freezer beans should be maintained in a sealed container at room temperature since damaging condensation occurs every time the beans are removed from the freezer or refrigerator Note that some coffee experts advise against freezing dark roast beans because this can cause the oils to coagulate while other experts disagree We suggest you experiment and decide for yourself Element 3 Grind The grind is critical for proper flavor extraction If the grind is too fine overextraction and bitterness will result Too fine a grind may also clog your filter If grind is too coarse the water will pass through too quickly and the desired flavors will not be extracted We recommend a medium fine grind Element 4 Proportion Add the amount of ground coffee that corresponds to the number of cups being brewed Use 1 level tablespoon per cup but use more or less to suit your taste Please note the Cuisinart Coffeemaker makes 12 5 ounce cups Usage Suggestion When brewing according to the recipe below we recommend using paper filters for optimal results e 5 ounces of water or more e 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water e Maximum capacity for ground coffee is 20 tablespoons for this 60 ounce
18. oving 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 When the brewing cycle has been 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 Bottom of thermal carafe is hot to touch for several minutes after brewing Use caution The brew through pour through lid allows coffee to drip from coffeemaker through the closed lid When brewing is complete the lid seals itself so air stays out and coffee freshness and temperature are preserved No need to turn or adjust the lid before pouring CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning 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 resting plate Discard any remaining coffee The carafe and lid can be washe
19. r making your smaller amount piping hot To use When making a smaller amount press the 1 4 button on the control panel after turning on the unit Power Loss Back up One minute protection in case a breaker trips the unit is unplugged or the power fails It holds all programmed information including time of day auto on time and auto off time MAKING COFFEE Before you make the first pot of coffee in your new Cuisinart Brew Central 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 1 Insert the Water Filter 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 Hold the water filter holder lengthwise and place thumbs in slots directly under arrows d Pull open in opposite directions with thumbs e Place the filter in the holder recess area at the bottom of the water filter holder NOTE Caution must be used when inserting the charcoal filter Improper placement in the holder can cause tearing of the filter skin f Close the water filter holder you will hear a snap indicating it is in place g Hold the filter under cold running tap water for 10 seconds to flush You should place the hole openings in t
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