MAKING COFFEE
Before making the first mug of coffee in your new Cuisinart® Two to Go® Coffeemaker, we recommend operating the coffeemaker once using only water and a paper filter. This will remove any dust or residue that remains in the system from the manufacturing process.
1.Fill the Water Reservoir
Open the flip top lid. Fill the water reservoir to the appropriate marking depending on whether you are making one or two cups. The markings are shown in ribs on the reservoir wall.
2.Add Ground Coffee
Lift filter basket up from holder to remove. Insert #2 cone paper into filter basket. Be sure that the 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 two table- spoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some manufacturers recommend using one tablespoon per 6 ounces of water.
We recommend using 3 to 4 tablespoons of ground coffee per mug, but use more or less to suit your taste. Replace filter basket in holder. Close lid.
Before Brewing
(A)For best results, rinse inside of mug(s) with hot water before brewing to optimize heat of coffee.
(B)Make sure you have your stainless steel mug(s) in their correct brewing positions and that the lids are secure. You can brew coffee into the mugs without the lids in place, or with the lids on, in any position, as long as they are tightly on the mugs.
(C)Make sure you have closed the top cover.
3.Power Unit
Plug cord into electrical outlet. Press ON switch to turn on. The indicator will light.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Completely clean and dry all parts after every use.
Always remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning coffeemaker.
Lift lid of coffeemaker 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.
Stainless steel mugs should be washed in warm soapy water and rinsed thoroughly.
Note: We do not recommend using the dishwasher to clean the mugs.
Do not use scouring agents or harsh cleaners 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.
Do not dry the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to the removal of the cal- cium deposits that form over time on the metal parts of the coffeemaker. For best performance from your Two to Go® 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, decalcify to clean the interior. To decalcify, fill the water reservoir to capacity with a solution of 1⁄3 white vinegar and 2⁄3 water. Plug the unit into electrical outlet. Turn to the ON position and run until half the amount has brewed (1 mug). Remove plug from outlet 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
to brew coffee.
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