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1IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSWhen using electrical appliances, basic safetyprecautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, including the following:1. READ ALLINSTRUCTIONS 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 anyappliance is used by or near children.5. Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to coolbefore 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, 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 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, turn controls to ÒoffÓ, then remove plug from wall outlet.12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.13. Snap lid securely onto carafe before serving any beverages.14. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.15. The glass carafe is designed for use with these appliances only. It must never be used on the range top.16. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.17. Do not use cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.18. Do not clean carafe or warming plate with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.19. 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 ONLYBY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.20. Avoid contact with moving parts. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSFOR HOUSEHOLDUSE ONLY 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 Òdangerous voltageÓ within the productÕs 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 thepresence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 2
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SPECIALCORD SET INSTRUCTIONS Ashort 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.If a long extension cord is used, the markedelectrical 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. NOTICEThis 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 thebrewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket, since extremely hotwater/cof fee can spill out from the filter basketand 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 the top cover and checking the filter basket.IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS1.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 lift off the top two polyfoam inserts. 5.Remove the cardboard insert between the carafe lid and Brew Pauseªmechanism bysliding it out of the unit.6.Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove it from the heater plate and remove the polybag. 7.Lift the coffeemaker off the remaining two inserts 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. 2WARNING RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENWARNING: 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 03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 3
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3TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . .Page 1 Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . .Page 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5 Programming Your Coffeemaker . . .Page 6 Setting the Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6 Programming the Auto On . . . . . . . .Page 6 Programming the Variable Auto Off .Page 6 Making Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7 Inserting the Water Filter . . . . . . . . .Page 7 Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . .Page 8 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9 INTRODUCTIONCuisinart introduces a coffeemaker with retro styling and the latest high tech features, making it the centerpiece of any kitchen. The Cuisinart¨Brew CentralªCoffeemaker is reminiscent of the days of classic styling and durable materials. Abrushed stainless steel exterior with retro-style controls houses the finest coffeemaking technology. This coffeemaker even includes a charcoal water filter. The water filter ensures great tasting coffee by removing all of the impurities from the water. The Brew Central ªCoffeemaker also comes with advanced features such as a programmable digital clock with 24-hour advanced-brew setting, an automatic shutoff, a self-cleaning function, and an audible beep that signals the end of the brew cycle, which makes brewing the best tasting coffee easy. THE QUEST FOR THEPERFECT CUPOF COFFEE It is generally agreed that there are four basicelements critical to the perfect cup:Element 1: Water Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked, the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee. Agood rule of thumb is that if your water doesnÕt taste good from the tap, it wonÕt taste any better in your coffee. ThatÕs why Cuisinart has added a water filter to the Brew CentralªCoffeemaker. 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, 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 amounts 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: ProportionThe cups on the Cuisinart¨coffeemaker are 5 ounces. Add the amount of ground coffee that corresponds to the number of cups being brewed. Many coffee bars and the Specialty Coffee Association of America recommend adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufacturers recommend using one tablespoon per cup. We recommend using 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit your taste.NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this 12-cup coffeemaker. Exceeding these amountsmay cause overflow if thecoffee is toofinely ground.03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 4
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4FEATURES AND BENEFITS1.Reservoir Cover Flips back for easy filling.2. Water Reservoir 3. Showerhead (not shown) Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds. 4. Water Filter (not shown) Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine, calcium and bad tastes and odors from tap water. 5. Filter Basket (not shown) Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter. 6. Filter Basket Holder 7. LCD Digital Clock Displays time of day and set time for automatic functions.8. Hour and Minute Buttons Used to set time of day and automatic functions.9. Function Knob and Flip Switch Used to initiate programming of automatic functions.a. Heater Plate Control Knob For controlling the temperature of the coffee after brewing. There are three temperature settings.b. 1-4 Cup Setting For brewing smaller pots of coffee. It provides ÔdoubleÕheating of the water, so coffee is piping hot. c. Self-Clean Setting Tells you when itÕs time to clean your coffeemaker. Remove built- up calcification from the water reservoir, to help extend the life of your coffeemaker. 10. Brew PauseªStops 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 extraction rate varies during the brewcycle, we recommend allowing thebrewing cycle to finish before pouring the coffee. 11. Ready Tone Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps.12. CarafeThe easy pour, no drip carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for two to twelve cups. 13. Heating PlateScratch resistant with black, nonstick coating. 127891312109a9c9b603CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 5
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5CONTROLPANEL 12b2a2c538672e1. Clock DisplayDisplays time of day and auto on and off times.2. Function KnobFor setting time of day, and auto on and auto off times. a. Auto On The Auto On feature is used to program the start time of the brew cycle. The auto on time can be set for any time, day or night. The ÒPMÓ indicator is displayed on the LCD for nighttime program times. b. Auto Off The Auto Off feature is used to shut off the coffeemaker at a preset time, anywhere from 0 to 4 hours. c. Program SetThe Program Set function is used to set the time for the Auto On function. d. Brew The Brew function is used to start the brew cycle directly. e. Clock Set Used to program the time of day. f. Audible Tone (not shown) The Brew CentralªCoffeemaker is equipped with an audible tone which will sound 5 times when the coffee has com- pleted brewing (coffee will continue to stream from the filter for a few seconds after tone).3. Flip SwitchRetro-style flip switch is used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and works in tandem with the function knob.4. Heater Plate Control KnobFor controlling the temperature of the coffee after brewing. It has high, medium and low settings. 5. Hour and Minute ButtonsFor use in setting hour and minute for time of day, auto on time, and auto off time. 6. On and Auto On Indicator Lights 7. Self Clean SettingUsed for removing calcium buildup.8. 1-4 Cup Setting For brewing smaller pots of coffee Ð it provides ÔdoubleÕheating of the water, so coffee is piping hot. 2d403CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 6
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ON to see if the Self Clean light continues toflash. If it does, turn it to OFF and then repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh solution of vinegar and water. If the Self Clean light no longer flashes, turnthe 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 Self Clean FunctionPressing the Self 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 Self Clean Mode and turn the coffeemaker OFF. 1-4 Cup Setting:The 1-4 cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee. Normal coffeemakers will produce a colder batch of coffee when smaller amounts are made, because the heater doesn’t have enough time to properly Ôwarm upÕto heat a small amount. The 1-4 setting basically Ôdouble heatsÕthe water, making your smaller amount as piping hot as a full pot would be.To use: When making a smaller amount, pressthe 1-4 button on the control panel after turning on the unit.Heater Plate ÔKeep WarmÕControl: The knob on the right of the control panel is the heater plate control setting for after brewing temperature. You can choose one of three heat settings to keep your coffee warm: low, medium, or high. MAKING COFFEEBefore you make the first pot of coffee in your new Cuisinart¨Brew CentralªCoffeemaker, 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.Grasp stem in one hand. Using thumb of other hand, gently press down and pull toward you. Compartment will flip open.d.Place the filter in the holder and close the water filter holder; you will hear a snap indicating it is in place.NOTE:Caution must be used when insertingthe charcoal filter. Improper placement in the holder can cause tearing of the filter skin.e.Hold the filter under cold running tap water for 10 seconds to flush. You should place the hole openings in the side of the unit directly under the water stream.f.Allow the filter to drain completely. g.Replace the water filter holder in the reservoir area of the coffeemaker, pushing it all the way down to the base of the unit, along the reservoir wall.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 or by calling customer service or through the Cuisinart web site.703CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 8
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82. Fill the water reservoir: When filling the coffeemaker with water, refer to the carafe height markings and fill to the desired number of cups. Be sure to add a small amount of extra water to account for the amount of water lost in wetting the grounds and lost as steam during the brewing process. 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. Many coffee bars and the Specialty Coffee Association of America recommend adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufacturers recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup. We recommend using 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit your taste.NOTE: The maximum capacity forground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this 12 cup coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if thecoffee is too finely ground. Replace the filter basket in the filter basketholder and flip the water reservoir lid closed. Press firmly on top where it says “Press to Close”. Be sure that it closessecurelyin place.Before brewing coffee:Make sure you have replaced the glass carafe in its position on the heating plate and closed the top cover. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. 4. Power unit: Turn the function knob to brew, lift flip switch up to ÒOnÓ position, and the red indicator light will turn on. Or, set the Auto On function and the green indicator will light. 5. During and after brewing: The Brew Pauseªfeature allows you to remove the carafe from the plate during mid-brew. The brewing process does not stop during this period Ð 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. 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. CLEANING ANDMAINTENANCEAlways 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 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 harshcleansers 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 warming plate with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough, abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the warming03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 9
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9plate. Do not dry the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.WARRANTY LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on the Cuisinart¨Brew CentralªCoffeemaker. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ¨Brew CentralªCoffeemaker 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 CentralªCoffeemaker 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 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 800-726-0190 or write to:Cuisinart150 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 productÕs return. Please pay by check or money order. NOTE: For added protection and secure han-dling of any Cuisinart¨product that is beingreturned, 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 ¨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 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.CALIFORNIARESIDENTS 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 consumerÕs 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 theirpreference, 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, and shipping and handling for such nonconforming products under warranty. 03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 10
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10BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCTImportant:If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by someone other than CuisinartÕs 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. 03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 11
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