PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER

1. Setting the Clock

When the coffeemaker is plugged in, 12:00 will appear until you set the time.

Entering “Time Set” Mode:

to scroll continuously, slowly at first, and then to accelerate to the rate of about three digits per second. As the desired time setting approaches, release the button and then press repeatedly to advance one digit at a time. The coffeemaker will start to brew at the programmed time.

The “Program” mode cannot be entered if the coffeemaker is in its “brew” cycle.

Exiting “Set Program Time” Mode:

To set the time, hold down either the “Hours” or “Minutes” button until the clock begins flashing (about 2 seconds). You are now in the “Time Set” mode and can operate either button to achieve the desired setting. The buttons can be held down to scroll through the digits, or pressed and released lightly to advance one digit at a time.

When scrolling, the numbers will advance slowly at first and then speed up to the rate of about three per second. When the number displayed approaches the desired setting, release the button and press repeatedly to advance one digit at a time. Be careful to make sure that the PM indicator is on if a

PM time is desired.

Exiting “Time Set” Mode:

The “Time Set” mode can be exited in one of two ways:

1.Press any button besides the “Hours” or “Minutes” button. This will exit the “Time Set” and activate the selected function.

2.Do nothing. If neither the “Hours” nor “Minutes” button is pressed for a period of five seconds, the “Time Set” mode will be exited.

2.Setting the Program Time:

When you press the “Program Set” button, it displays the current program time (default time 12:00 p.m.).

Entering “Set Program Time” Mode:

Press and hold the “Program Set” button (about 2 seconds) until the green light and LCD display begin to flash. This signals that you have entered the “Set Program Time” mode. The desired time can be set by pressing the “Hours” and “Minutes” buttons to scroll forward through the digits. Pressing and holding either button will allow you

“Set ProgramTime” may be exited in any of three ways:

1.Press the “Program Set” button. This will cause the coffeemaker to revert to its previous state. If it was OFF, it will return to the OFF position. If “Programmed”,

it will revert to this state, and so on. This is a safety feature.

2.Press any other button (except “Hours” or “Minutes”). “Set ProgramTime” will be exited and the function of that button will be executed.

3.Do nothing. If neither the “Hours” nor “Minutes” button is pressed for a period of five seconds, the “Set ProgramTime” mode will be exited and the programmed setting will be in effect.

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 filter is in place.

NOTE: Caution must be used when inserting the 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.

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Cuisinart DGB-600BC manual Programming Your Coffeemaker

DGB-600BC specifications

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