03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 1 Brew Central™ Coffeemaker DCC-1200 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 11. Always fill water reservoir first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn controls to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet. 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: 12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2. Do not touch hot surfaces.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 3 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. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee . . . . . . . . . . Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Programming Your Coffeemaker . . Setting the Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Programming the Auto On . . . . . . . Programming the Variable Auto Off Making Coffee .
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 5 cycle, we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring the coffee. FEATURES AND BENEFITS 11. Ready Tone Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps. 1. Reservoir Cover Flips back for easy filling. 2. Water Reservoir 12. Carafe The easy pour, no drip carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for two to twelve cups. 3.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 6 CONTROL PANEL e. Clock Set Used to program the time of day. f. Audible Tone (not shown) The Brew Central™ 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). 1 5 7 8 2a 3. Flip Switch Retro-style flip switch is used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and works in tandem with the function knob.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 7 PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER TO BREW COFFEE 1. Turn the FUNCTION KNOB to the “Brew” position. 2. Lift the FLIP SWITCH up to the “On” position and release. The red “On” indicator light will illuminate and brew cycle will begin. TO TURN THE COFFEEMAKER OFF Simply press the FLIP SWITCH down to the “Off” position and release. Note: To program the coffeemaker to shut off automatically, see To program the Variable Auto Off instructions below.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 8 ON to see if the Self 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 Self 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 Self Clean Function Pressing the Self Clean button cancels all other settings.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 9 2. 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.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 10 plate. 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 Central™ Coffeemaker. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Brew Central™ Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use.
03CU13529 DCC-1200 IB REV 8/7/03 12:32 PM Page 11 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.
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