Cuisinart Coffee on Demand Manual

The Cuisinart Coffee on Demand is a programmable coffee maker with thermal carafe, 12-cup capacity, 24-hour programmability, auto shut-off, brew pause feature, charcoal water filter, adjustable brew strength, and digital clock display. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Thermal carafe, Charcoal water filter, Digital control panel, Brew strength selector, Programmable timer, Auto shut-off.

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on clean, dry, level surface.

1. Remove all packaging materials from carafe and filter basket.
2. Wash carafe, filter basket, and charcoal filter with warm soapy water.
3. Insert charcoal water filter into filter holder in water reservoir.
4. Fill water reservoir completely and run through one brewing cycle without coffee to clean.
5. Plug into 120V AC outlet.

WARNING! Do not immerse base unit in water. Keep cord away from hot surfaces.

First-Time Setup

Power on unit; set time and preferences.

1. Set time: Press and hold CLOCK button, use HOUR/MINUTE buttons to set time.
2. Program auto-brew: Press PROGRAM button, set desired brew time using HOUR/MINUTE.
3. Set brew strength: Press STRENGTH button for REGULAR or BOLD.
4. Set auto shut-off: Press AUTO OFF to select 0-4 hours (0=off, 4=4 hours).

CAUTION! Ensure carafe is properly seated before brewing to prevent leaks.

Specifications

• Capacity: 12 cups (60 oz).
• Carafe: Stainless steel thermal.
• Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 900W.
• Dimensions: 14.5" W x 9.5" D x 13.5" H.
• Weight: 7.5 lbs.
• Water Filter: Charcoal, replaceable.
• Programming: 24-hour digital timer.
• Brew Time: Approximately 10 minutes for full pot.
• Warranty: 3-year limited.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER, PROGRAM, CLOCK, HOUR, MINUTE, STRENGTH, AUTO OFF, BREW.

Functions: POWER turns unit on/off. PROGRAM sets auto-brew time. CLOCK sets current time. STRENGTH selects regular or bold brew. AUTO OFF sets auto shut-off delay (0-4 hours). BREW starts manual brewing.

Display Indicators: Clock time, Program time, Brew strength indicator, Auto off indicator, Descaling alert.

Brewing Coffee

Supports ground coffee only; do not use whole beans.

1. Fill water reservoir: Lift lid, pour cold water to desired level.
2. Insert filter: Place paper filter or permanent filter in basket.
3. Add coffee: Use 1 tablespoon per cup (adjust to taste).
4. Brew: Press BREW button for immediate brewing, or wait for programmed time.
5. Pause & Serve: Use brew pause feature to pour coffee during brewing.
6. Auto shut-off: Unit turns off automatically after brewing completes.

Tip: For best results, use fresh cold water and replace charcoal filter every 2 months.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Daily: Empty and rinse carafe, filter basket. Weekly: Wash removable parts with warm soapy water. Monthly: Descale with vinegar solution.

1. Descaling: Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, run through brewing cycle.
2. Rinse: Run 2-3 cycles of clean water to remove vinegar taste.
3. Filter replacement: Replace charcoal filter every 2 months or 60 brew cycles.
4. Exterior cleaning: Wipe with damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners.

WARNING! Unplug before cleaning. Never immerse base unit in water.

Safety Features

Auto shut-off: Turns off heating element after brewing. Brew pause: Allows safe pouring during brew cycle. Thermal carafe: No hot plate, reduces burn risk. Overheat protection: Automatic shut-off if unit overheats.

Regulatory Information

UL listed: Meets UL 1082 safety standards. FCC Part 15: Class B digital device. Copyright © Cuisinart. For support, visit www.cuisinart.com or contact 1-800-726-0190.

Troubleshooting

Reset: Unplug for 10 minutes to reset electronic controls.

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