Cuisinart DCC-900 manual Cleaning Maintenance, Decalcification, Replacing Water Filter

if the coffeemaker has been turned on.

6. During and after brewing:

The Brew Pause™ feature allows you to remove the carafe from the heater during mid- brew. The brewing process does not stop during this period, 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 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 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 unit. Lift lid of coffee maker and remove the filter basket from its holder. Discard the filter paper 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. Once clean, replace the filter basket.

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 the dishwasher. The carafe and carafe lid should be placed on the upper rack only.

Do not use scouring agents or hash cleaners on any part of the coffeemaker.

Never immerse base unit in water or other liq- uid. To clean base, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry before storing. Wipe heat-

ing 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.

DECALCIFICATION

Decalcification refers to removing the calcium deposits that form over time on the metal parts of the coffeemaker. For best performance from your Filter 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.

If the coffeemaker begins to brew more slowly than usual, or the coffee does not taste the same, use the decalcification feature to clean the interior. To decalcify, use a solution of 1⁄3 white vinegar and 2⁄3 water, filling the water reservoir to capacity. Combine in a container and pour into the water reservoir. Plug the unit into electrical outlet. Turn to the ON position and run until half the amount has brewed (6 cups). Turn the unit to the OFF position and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Return the unit to ON and allow the remainder of the liquid to brew. Repeat the above procedure as many times as necessary until a normal brew rate returns, usually 2-3 times. With each repeated cycle, use a fresh solution of vinegar and water. Run one cycle of fresh, cold water through the unit at the completion of the decal- cification before using the unit again to brew coffee.

REPLACING THE

WATER FILTER

To replace the filter

1.Remove the new filter from polybag and soak in cold tap water for 15 minutes.

2.Remove the water filter holder from the coffeemaker by lifting it out of the reservoir area with your thumb and forefinger.

3.Hold the water filter holder lengthwise and place thumbs in slots directly under arrows.

4.Pull open in opposite directions with thumbs

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