Cuisinart DCC-2650 Programmable Coffeemaker
Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.
- To protect against electric shock, do not place a cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
- This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with specific disabilities.
- Always unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
- 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 the appliance to Cuisinart Repair Center for examination, repair, and electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injuries.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Always fill the water reservoir first, then plug a cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, push the Off button, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
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. 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 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.
IMPORTANT UNPACKINGvINSTRUCTIONS
- Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface.
- Remove the instruction book and any other literature.
- 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 lift off the two pulp inserts.
- Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove it from the heating plate, and remove the polybag.
- Remove the polybag covering the coffeemaker. Save all packing materials in case you have to ship the machine in the future.
KEEP ALL PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
THE QUEST FOR THE PERFECT CUP OF COFFEE
Element 1: Water
Coffee is 98% water. The quality of that water is as important as the quality of your coffee. If water doesn’t taste good from the tap, it won’t taste good in your coffee. Cuisinart includes a charcoal water filter to remove chlorine, bad tastes, and odors, for the purest coffee flavor, every time you brew.
Element 2: Coffee
While coffee is 98% water, all of the flavor comes from the beans. To achieve the same great taste you enjoy at a coffee bar, you need to use the same quality of coffee. If you choose to grind your beans, buy them fresh and whole. Buy only about a two-week supply at a time, because once the bean is broken, its flavor degrades quickly.
Element 3: Grind
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 the grind is too coarse, the water will pass through too quickly and the maximum flavor will not be extracted. When grinding your beans, we recommend a medium grind.
Element 4: Proportion
Add 1 scoop of ground coffee (1 scoop = 1 tablespoon = ~6 grams) per cup (1 cup = 5 fl. oz.). You may wish to adjust this amount according to your taste. Do not use more than 15 scoops (15 tablespoons).
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Extreme Brew™ (not shown) Our re-engineered brewing technology lets you enjoy hot, fresh coffee up to 25% faster!
- The Reservoir Cover Flips back for easy filling.
- Water Reservoir with Water Level Indicator Window (not shown)
- Showerhead (not shown) Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through the grounds.
- Charcoal Water Filter Holder Holds the filter firmly in place.
- Charcoal Water Filter (see page 8) Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine, calcium, and bad taste and odors from tap water.
- Filter Basket Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
- Filter Basket Holder
- Permanent Gold Tone Commercial Style Filter Eliminates the need for paper filters.
- NOTE: Some fine grounds may flow through the filter and appear as sediment in the carafe.
- Control Panel See detailed illustration, page 6.
- Ready Tone (not shown) Signals at the end of the brew cycle with five beeps.
- Brew Pause™ Stops the flow of coffee from the basket when the carafe is removed from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured in mid-brew.
- 12-Cup Glass Carafe The easy-pour, no-drip 12-cup carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for two to twelve cups.
- Adjustable Temperature Control Allows you to keep brewed coffee at the desired temperature.
- Heating Plate Scratch resistant with black, nonstick coating.
- Cord Storage (not shown)
- Power Loss Back-up System (not shown) 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.
- Measuring Scoop
- BPA-Free (not shown) All parts that come in contact with coffee or liquid are BPA-free.
Getting to know your Control Panel
Detailed programming and use instructions are on pages 7 and 8.
- On/Off Button Use to turn your coffeemaker on and off. Works in tandem with the Function knob.
- Clock Display Displays time of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
- Hour and Minute Buttons Use to set hours and minutes for time of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
- Strength Selector Regular and Bold buttons let you choose the intensity of the coffee flavor you prefer.
- 1–4 Cup Setting Improves extraction, flavor, and temperature when brewing fewer than 5 cups.
- Self-Clean Setting Indicates time to clean the coffeemaker to remove calcium buildup.
- Carafe Temperature Knob Set the heater plate to Low (L), Medium (M), or High (H) to keep coffee in the carafe at the temperature you prefer.
- Function Knob
BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE
We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee. Simply fill the reservoir and power on the unit. (See steps #2 and #6 in the MAKING COFFEE instructions, below). DO NOT ADD COFFEE! Once you’ve done that, brew a pot of real coffee and get ready to enjoy Cuisinart at its best!
PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER
Setting the Clock
When the coffeemaker is plugged in, noon will appear until you set the time.
- Turn the Function knob to CLOCK Hold down the Hour or Minute button until the clock begins flashing. Press either button to select the desired time. Hold buttons down to scroll through the digits, or press and release to advance one digit at a time. When scrolling, the numbers will advance slowly and then speed up. When the number displayed approaches the desired time, press and release to advance one digit at a time. Be sure the PM indicator is on if a PM time is desired.
SETTING THE AUTO ON TIME
When you turn the Function knob to PROG, it displays a previously selected Auto On time or the default time (noon).
- Turn the Function knob to PROG Follow the directions under SETTING THE CLOCK (above) to program your startbrew time.
- Turning the Function knob to AUTO ON LCD will display the current time.
- Press and release the On/Off button A green light indicates that the coffeemaker is in Auto On mode. A red light will come on when the brew cycle begins. Both lights will go off when the Keep Warm cycle ends
- NOTE: To start brew time at the same time the next day, simply make sure the Function knob is on Auto On and press and release the On/Off button once more. Green Auto On light will go on.
SETTING THE AUTO-OFF TIME
- Turn the Function Knob to AUTO OFF Follow the directions under SETTING THE CLOCK (above) to program your coffeemaker to shut off from 0 to 4 hours after the brew cycle is finished.
MAKING COFFEE
Follow the instructions in “Before Brewing Your First Pot of Coffee” in the previous section and get ready to start enjoying your coffee up to 25% faster.
- Insert charcoal water filter Follow the directions for the preparation and insertion of the filter on page 8.
- Fill the water reservoir Open the reservoir cover by lifting it. Pour in the desired amount of water using the water level indicator located at the side of the coffeemaker window.
- Set preferences
- a. Push the 1–4 cup button if you are brewing fewer than 5 cups.
- b. Press the Regular or Bold button to select flavor strength.*
- c. Turn the Carafe Temperature knob to Low (L), Medium (M), or High (H) and the heater plate will keep coffee at the temperature you select.* *Features will remain in selected settings until you change them.
- Add the ground coffee Remove the filter basket by grasping the handle and lifting it straight up, and then place it on the countertop. Insert a #4 BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE During the manufacturing process, dust can get trapped in your coffeemaker. We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee. Simply fill the reservoir and power on the unit. (See steps #2 and #6 in the MAKING COFFEE instructions, below). DO NOT ADD COFFEE! Once you’ve done that, brew a pot of real coffee and get ready to enjoy Cuisinart at its best! 8 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 1 scoop of ground coffee per cup. Adjust the amount according to taste.
Brew Pause™ Feature
This feature interrupts the flow of coffee from the basket to let you pour that first cup mid-brew. Because the flavor profile of coffee brewed at the start of a cycle differs from that brewed toward the end, be aware that using this feature will weaken the flavor strength of the finished pot.
NOTE: Removing the carafe for more than 20 seconds may cause the filter basket to overflow.
CHARCOAL WATER FILTER
Your coffeemaker comes with a charcoal water filter that eliminates chlorine, bad taste, and odors from tap water.
Inserting the Water Filter
- Remove the filter from the polybag and soak it, fully immersed, in cold tap water for 15 minutes.
- Lift the water filter holder out of the water reservoir.
- Press down on the filter compartment and pull it toward you to open it.
- Place the filter into the holder and snap it closed. Be careful – improper placement can tear the filter skin.
- Flush the filter by running cold tap water through holes in the bottom of the compartment for 10 seconds.
- Allow the filter to drain completely.
- Slide the water filter holder back into the channel in the water reservoir, pushing it down to the base of the unit.
Decalcification
Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium deposits, which form over time on the metal parts of the coffeemaker. For the best performance from your Extreme Brew™ 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.
WARRANTY LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty is available to consumers only. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase. We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase to obtain the warranty benefits.
NOTE:
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning to a nonconforming product
- (A) to the store where it was purchased or
- (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same type.
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