02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 1 Automatic Grind & BrewTM Coffeemaker DGB-300 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 2 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 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. 16. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface. 17.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 3 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.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2 THE COFFEE BAR™ FLAVOR SYSTEM Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4 The Coffee Bar™ Flavor System . . . .Page 4 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6 Programming your Coffeemaker Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . .
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 5 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 98% water. Often overlooked, the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee. If you filter your drinking water, filter the water for your coffeemaker. 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.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 6 FEATURES AND BENEFITS The Parts We created the Premier Series of coffeemakers with you in mind. Every aspect has been designed to be easy to use. We made a large water window which is easily viewed from the front of the machine, and the reservoir lid opens to the back, providing easy access for filling. The removable filter basket liner is molded in black plastic to avoid unsightly staining.
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02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 8 10. Flavor System Settings Provide guidelines for optimum flavor extraction, based on number of cups being brewed. 10 11. Filter Basket Cover/Filter Holder To put on or remove, grasp cover in area indicated by arrows. NOTE: COVER MUST BE IN PLACE FOR UNIT TO OPERATE. Warning: This lid becomes hot after coffee has been brewed. Use caution when removing the lid. Filter holder has a self-centering ring to keep paper filters in the proper location.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 9 Control Panel 6. Temperature Set: (Detailed programming instructions are on pages 10 and 11) Use to enter Temperature Set mode. Temperature is adjusted with Hours (-) and Minutes (+) buttons. 1. On/Off/Set Auto-Shutoff Switch with LED Indicator: 7. Carafe Temperature Display: a.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 10 PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER 1. Setting the Clock: When the coffeemaker is plugged in, 12:00 will flash continuously until you set the time. Entering “Time Set” Mode: To set the time, hold down either the “Hours” or “Minutes” button until the clock stops flashing and begins to count up (about 2 seconds). You are now in the “Time Set” mode and can operate either button to achieve the desired setting.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 11 Press the “Hours” and “Minutes” buttons to scroll forward through the digits until desired time appears. The first setting which appears is preset at “4:00” and the next display will be “0:00”, since four hours is the maximum Automatic Shutoff setting. Pressing and holding either button will allow you to scroll continuously, slowly at first, and then to accelerate to the rate of about three digits per second.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 12 TURNING OFF GRIND FUNCTION 3. Add Beans/Filter To turn off the grinding function, press the “Grind Off” button. A yellow LED will be illuminated. Then press the “On” button. MAKING COFFEE Lift the grinder basket lid, using the recess on either side. Fill the basket with the desired quantity of beans. Lift the filter basket cover/filter holder. (See parts list for best location to grasp). Place a #4 cone filter or a permanent filter in the basket.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 13 results. If you do not want the grinder to come on again, press the “Grind Off” button before pressing the “On” button. Once the lid is closed, the beeping will stop, and the grind and brew process will start again from the beginning. 5. Before Brewing Coffee Make sure you have replaced the glass carafe in its position on the warming plate and have placed a filter in the grinder/filter basket. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 14 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE COMPLETELY CLEAN AND DRY ALL PARTS AFTER EVERY USE. Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Press and lift to open the reservoir lid. Remove the grinder basket lid by using the recessed area on each side of the lid. Remove the filter basket cover. Remove the permanent or paper filter. Clean permanent filter, or discard the paper filter.
02CU13488 DGB300 IB 6/23/03 2:31 PM Page 15 LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY These warranties do not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other than ordinary household use. This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart® Coffee Bar™ Automatic Grind & Brew™ Coffeemakers. These warranties exclude all incidental or consequential damages.
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