Cuisinart Coffee Center BaristaBar SS-4N1MBNAS Manual

The Cuisinart Coffee Center BaristaBar SS-4N1MBNAS is a versatile 4-in-1 coffee station featuring a 12-cup programmable coffeemaker, a single-serve brewer compatible with K-Cup® pods, a hot water dispenser, and a built-in milk frother. It includes a reusable filter, a permanent gold-tone filter, a charcoal water filter, a frothing pitcher, and a cleaning tool. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Brewing Coffee 7. Using the Milk Frother 8. Care & Cleaning 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Single-Serve Brewer (K-Cup® compatible), Hot Water Dispenser, Built-in Milk Frother, Charcoal Water Filter, Reusable Pod, Permanent Gold-Tone Filter.

Feature	Description
12-Cup Coffeemaker	Programmable with auto-shutoff; includes permanent filter
Single-Serve Brewer	Brews K-Cup® pods or ground coffee with reusable pod
Hot Water Dispenser	Provides hot water for tea, instant soups, etc.
Built-in Milk Frother	Froths milk for cappuccinos and lattes
Charcoal Water Filter	Improves taste by reducing chlorine and impurities
Reusable Coffee Pod	For use with ground coffee in single-serve mode
Programmable Timer	Set brew time up to 24 hours in advance
Brew Pause	Pause brewing to pour a cup mid-cycle
Strength Control	Adjust brew strength for 12-cup carafe
Indicator Lights	Show power, brewing, and frother status

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on a clean, stable, heat-resistant surface near an electrical outlet.

Install charcoal water filter: Rinse filter, insert into holder in water reservoir.
Fill water reservoir: Remove reservoir, fill with cold water, replace.
Insert filters: Place permanent gold-tone filter in 12-cup basket; reusable pod in single-serve holder if using ground coffee.
Plug into 120V AC outlet.

WARNING! Ensure unit is on a dry, level surface away from edges. Keep cord away from hot surfaces.

First-Time Setup

Before first use, run a cleaning cycle.

Prime the system: Fill reservoir, place empty carafe, press BREW on 12-cup side; discard water.
Clean milk frother: Fill frothing pitcher with water, press FROTHER button; discard water.
Set clock: Press and hold CLOCK, use HOUR/MIN to set time.
Program auto-brew: Press PROG, set desired brew time.

CAUTION! Do not operate without water. Ensure all parts are properly seated.

Specifications

Capacity: 12-cup carafe (60 oz) + single-serve.
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 1475W.
Dimensions: 14.5" H x 10.5" W x 8.5" D.
Materials: BPA-free plastic, stainless steel accents.
Filters: Permanent gold-tone filter (12-cup), charcoal water filter, reusable pod.
Compatibility: K-Cup® pods for single-serve.
Warranty: 3-year limited warranty.
Weight: 7.5 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER (12-cup), POWER (single-serve), BREW, STRENGTH (BOLD/REGULAR), CLOCK, PROG (program), FROTHER.

Indicator Lights: Power (green), Brewing (flashing), Frother Ready (blue).

12-Cup Mode: Use STRENGTH for bold/regular; PROG to set auto-brew time; CLOCK to set time. Single-Serve Mode: Place cup, insert pod, press POWER then BREW. Hot Water: Press HOT WATER button after unit is powered. Frother: Press FROTHER to activate; light indicates ready.

Brewing Coffee

For 12-cup or single-serve brewing.

12-Cup: Fill reservoir, add coffee to filter, place carafe, press POWER then BREW.
Single-Serve with Pod: Place cup, insert K-Cup® pod, close holder, press POWER then BREW.
Single-Serve with Grounds: Fill reusable pod, insert, close holder, press POWER then BREW.
Hot Water: Ensure reservoir has water, place cup, press HOT WATER.

Tip: Use fresh, cold water and medium grind coffee for best results.

Using the Milk Frother

Froths milk for cappuccinos, lattes.

Fill frothing pitcher with milk (max line).
Insert pitcher into frother station.
Press FROTHER; blue light will illuminate.
Frothing stops automatically; remove pitcher.
Pour frothed milk into beverage.

WARNING! Do not overfill pitcher. Use whole or 2% milk for best frothing. Clean frother after each use.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug and cool before cleaning. Wash carafe, filters, frother pitcher in warm, soapy water; rinse.

Descale: Every 3 months or as needed. Use vinegar solution: fill reservoir with half water, half white vinegar, run brew cycle without coffee. Rinse with two cycles of clean water.

CAUTION! Do not immerse base in water. Wipe exterior with damp cloth.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Unit won't turn on	Power cord/outlet	Ensure plugged in; check outlet; press POWER.
No water flow	Clogged filter/reservoir	Check charcoal filter; ensure reservoir seated; descale.
Coffee tastes bad	Old coffee/water filter	Use fresh coffee; replace charcoal filter; clean unit.
Frother not working	Milk type/overfill	Use whole or 2% milk; do not exceed max line; clean frother.
Leaking water	Misaligned parts	Ensure carafe, reservoir properly placed; check seals.

Reset: Unplug for 1 minute, then plug back in.

Service: 1-800-726-0190; www.cuisinart.com