Cuisinart DCC-3200 PerfecTemp Coffeemaker User Manual

Cuisinart DCC-3200 PerfecTemp Coffeemaker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read the Cuisinart DCC-3200 PerfecTemp Coffeemaker User Manual.
2. 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.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.
4. To protect against electric shock, do not place a cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
5. This appliance should not be used by children or individuals with certain disabilities.
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 the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for examination, repair, or 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 the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

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 goldtone 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.

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 take the packing material away.
5. Remove the polybag covering the coffeemaker.

We suggest you save all packing materials if future shipping of the machine is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from children.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. Coffeemaker Lid
   Opens to access filter basket, water filter, and water reservoir.
2. Water Reservoir with Water Level Indicator Window
3. Showerhead (not shown)
   Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through the grounds.
4. Charcoal Water Filter Holder
   Holds water filter firmly in place.
5. Charcoal Water Filter
   Eliminates chlorine, bad taste,s and odors from tap water.
6. Filter Basket
   Holds a #4 paper filter OR a gold-tone filter.
7. Filter Basket Holder
8. Cuisinart® 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.
9. Control Panel
   See detailed illustration, page 6.
10. Brew Pause™
    Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed (20 seconds max) from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured mid-brew.
11. 14-Cup Glass Carafe
    The easy-pour carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for 4 to 14 cups.
12. 60-Second Reset (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,e and Auto Off time.
13. Measuring Scoop
14. BPA Free (not shown)
    All parts that come in contact with coffee or liquids are BPA-free.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL

Detailed programming and use instructions are on pages 7 and 8.

1. Ready Tone Button
   Lets you turn an audible “Brew Cycle Finished” alert on or off.
2. Blue Backlit Display
   Displays time of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
   • Low, Medium,m, and High (L, M, H) warming plate indicators. The Readyy Tone-off icon appears when Ready Tone is off.
3. Hour and Minute Buttons
   Use to set hours and minutes for time of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
4. Carafe Temperature ButtAdjuststhe ts warming plate temperature to Low, Med, medium, or High to keep freshly brewed coffee at the temperature you prefer.
5. Clean ButtonThe redd indicator appears when it is time to decalcify your coffeemaker.
6. Bold Flavor Strength Button
   Lets you choose bold or regular coffee flavor; a blue indicator appears when bold is selected.
7. Brew/Off & Auto Off Button
   Turnsthe  coffeemaker on and off. Use the Auto Off feature to program the time you want the coffeemaker to shut off – from 0 to 4 hours after the ER brew cycle is finished.
8. Prog/Auto On Button
   Lets you program coffeemaker to automatically begin brewing up to 24 hours in advance.
9. 1–4 Cup Button
   Adjusts brew process to maximize coffee flavor when brewing fewer than 5 cups. The blue indicator appears when the function is selected.

BEFORE BREWING 

Rinsing your coffeemaker: During the manufacturing process, dust can get trapped in the unit. We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee. Simply fill the reservoir, power on the unit, and follow steps 1, 3, and 5 on page 8 under MAKING COFFEE. Do not add coffee!

Charcoal Water Filter

Your coffeemaker comes with a charcoal water filter that eliminates chlorine, bad taste, es, 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 push ll toward you to open.
• Place the filter into the holder and snap it closed. Be careful – improper placement can tear the filter skin.
• The h filter by running cold tap water through holes in the bottom of the f 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.

PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER

SETTING THE CLOCK
When the coffeemaker is plugged in,noon0 will flash in the display for 10 seconds, indicating the unit is in Clock Set mode.  noon00 stops flashing, simply press the holder or Minute button to return to flashing Clock Set mode.

Setting Hours and Minutes
Press either button to select the desired time. Hold buttons down to scroll through the digits quickly, or press and release to advance one digit at a time. Be sure the PM indicator is on if setting a PM time.

SETTING THE AUTO ON TIME

1. Press and hold the Prog/Auto On button for 2 seconds.
   The digital display will flash the default (noon) or previously selected time. Follow the directions under SETTING THE  CLOCK (above) to program your startbrew time. Five seconds after finishing, the unit will automatically exit Auto On Setup mode and the indicator light will illuminate, letting you know Auto On is activated.
   To activate Auto On using previously selected time:
   Press the Prog/Auto On button.  The previously set time will appear indicator will light up. The display will return to the clock setting.
2. To deactivate Auto On:
   Press the illuminated Auto On button; the light will go off, indicating mode is turned off.

SETTING THE AUTO-OFF TIME

1. Press and hold the Auto Off button for 2 seconds.
   The digital display will flash the programmed Auto Off default (2:00) or previously selected time. Follow the directions under SETTING THE CLOCK to program my coffeemaker to shut off from 0 to 4 hours after the r brew cycle is finished.
2. To exit/confirm the Auto Off time setting:
   Do not touch any buttons. Auto Off Setup mode will be exited automatically after 5 seconds.

TURNING OFF THE READY TONE
Your coffeemaker features a Ready Tone that beeps 5 times when coffee is finished brewing. To turn this alert off, press the Tone button; an icon will appear in the display to indicate the tone is off. To turn the tone back on, press the Tone button again the; icon will disappear.

MAKING COFFEE

Follow the instructions in BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE (page 7).

1. Fill the water reservoir
   Lift the coffeemaker lid to open. Pour the desired amount of water into the water reservoir using the water level indicator located at the side of the coffeemaker.
2. Add the ground coffee
   Insert a #4 paper filter OR the gold-tone 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 level scoop of ground coffee per cup. Adjust the amount according to taste.
   NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.
3. Position carafe and plug-in unit
   Place the carafe on the heating plate and be sure the coffeemaker lid is closed. Plug the coffeemaker into an electrical outlet.
4. Set preferences
   • Press the 1–4 cup button if you are brewing fewer than 5 cups. The indicator light will illuminate.
   • Press the Bold button to select a stronger coffee flavor, if desired. The button’s indicator light will illuminate. Press again to turn off the light and brew at regular strength.
   • Choose Low (L), Medium (M), or High (H) carafe temperature by pressing the Carafe Temp button. Selection will appear in the display.
5. Start Brewing
   Press the Brew/Off button to begin brewing.
6. After brewing
   When the brewing cycle has been completed, five beeps will sound. Coffee will continue to stream from the filter for several seconds.
   Note: Reservoir cover may be hot during and directly after brewing. Wait at least 10 minutes before opening.

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 during the brew cycle may cause the filter basket to overflow.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always turn the coffeemaker off and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Lift up the coffeemaker lid. 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 heating 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 any scouring agents or harsh cleansers on any part of the coffeemaker. Never immerse the base unit in water or other liquids. To clean the base, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry before storing. Fingerprints and other blemishes on the housing can be washed off with soap and water or a nonabrasive cleaning solution. Wipe the heating plate with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough, abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the heating plate. Do not dry the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.

Maintenance
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium deposits that form over time on the metal parts of your coffeemaker. The mineral content of the tap water in your area and the frequency of use affects the rate of calcium buildup, which can affect the functioning of your coffeemaker and the flavor of your coffee. For the best performance from your PerfecTemp® coffeemaker, we recommend cleaning it whenever the CLEAN LED indicator lights up.
NOTE: Before decalcifying your unit, remove the charcoal water filter from the water reservoir.

To clean:

1. Fill the water reservoir with a mixture of 1 ⁄3 white vinegar and 2 ⁄3 water.
2. Press and hold the CLEAN button. When the CLEAN LED indicator flashes, the coffeemaker is in Clean mode. Release the button.
3. When the cycle is completed, 5 beeps will sound and the coffeemaker will shut off.
4. If the CLEAN indicator illuminates once more, repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh solution of vinegar and water.
   NOTE: One cleaning cycle is usually sufficient.
5. When the CLEAN indicator remains off, run one cycle with a full reservoir of fresh, cold water to rinse the unit.
6. Return the charcoal water filter to the holder inside the water reservoir and your coffeemaker is ready to brew!

WARRANTY

Limited Three-Year Warranty

This warranty is available to U.S. consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a  Cuisinart® PerfecTemp® 14-Cup ProgrammableCoffeemaker that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. 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® PerfecTemp® 14-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. If you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.

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 that 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 neither of the above two options results 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 of the repair, replacement, shipping, and handling of such nonconforming products under warranty.

BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT

If your Cuisinart® PerfecTemp® 14-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair or, if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800- 726-0190 or write to Cuisinart, 7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of the product, along with proof of purchase. (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions.) Be sure to include your return address, phone number, description of the product’s defect, product serial number, and any other information pertinent to the return. Please pay by check or money order.
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are not covered under warranty.

Your Cuisinart® PerfecTemp® 14-Cup BProgrammable Coffeemaker has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use only in 120-volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well as use with accessories, replacement parts, or repair services other than those authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment, or other than ordinary household use. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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 at 1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, the product is serviced with the correct parts, and to ensure that the product is still under warranty.

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