Cuisinart Coffee PLUS CHW-16 Series Manual

The Cuisinart Coffee PLUS CHW-16 Series is a premium 16-cup programmable coffee maker with thermal carafe, built-in hot water dispenser, 24-hour programmability, auto shut-off, adjustable brew strength, charcoal water filter, and cleaning indicator. Features include a stainless steel housing, backlit LCD display, and pause & serve function. 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. Hot Water Dispenser 8. Cleaning & Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Thermal carafe, Hot water dispenser, LCD display, Charcoal water filter, Brew strength selector, Programmable timer.

Feature	Description
Thermal Carafe	16-cup capacity, stainless steel, keeps coffee hot for hours
Hot Water Dispenser	Provides hot water for tea, instant soups, etc.
LCD Display	Backlit display shows time, program settings, and alerts
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes impurities for better tasting coffee
Brew Strength Selector	Choose regular or bold coffee strength
Programmable Timer	Set brew time up to 24 hours in advance
Auto Shut-Off	Turns off automatically after brewing (0-4 hours)
Pause & Serve	Interrupt brewing to pour a cup
Cleaning Indicator	Light alerts when descaling is needed
Power Cord Storage	Wrap excess cord in base compartment

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials from carafe, lid, and filter basket.
Install charcoal water filter: Rinse filter, insert into filter holder in water reservoir.
Fill water reservoir: Use carafe to measure cold water up to 16-cup mark.
Plug into 120V AC outlet.

WARNING! Do not immerse base, cord, or plug in water. Keep away from heat sources.

First-Time Setup

Before first use, clean machine by brewing a full carafe of water only.

Set time: Press CLOCK, use HOUR/MIN to set current time.
Program brew time: Press PROGRAM, set desired brew time.
Select brew strength: Press BREW STRENGTH for regular or bold.
Set auto shut-off: Press AUTO OFF to select 0-4 hours.

CAUTION! Ensure carafe is properly seated on warming plate before brewing.

Specifications

Capacity: 16 cups (3.8 liters).
Carafe: Double-wall stainless steel thermal.
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 1500W.
Display: Backlit LCD with clock and indicators.
Programmability: 24-hour advance brew start.
Auto Shut-Off: 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4 hours after brew.
Filter: Permanent gold-tone filter or paper #4 cone.
Water Filter: Charcoal filter (replace every 60 cycles).
Dimensions: 14.5" H x 9.5" W x 8.5" D.
Weight: 6.5 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER, CLOCK, PROGRAM, BREW STRENGTH, AUTO OFF, CLEAN, HOT WATER.

LCD Icons: Clock, Program Set, Brew Strength, Auto Off, Clean, Hot Water Ready.

Clock: Set current time. Program: Set brew start time. Brew Strength: Regular or Bold. Auto Off: 0-4 hours after brew. Clean: Indicator light when descaling needed. Hot Water: Dispenses hot water independently.

Brewing Coffee

For best results, use fresh, cold water and medium grind coffee.

Fill reservoir: Use carafe to measure water to desired cup level.
Add coffee: Place filter in basket, add 1 tablespoon per cup (adjust to taste).
Brew immediately: Press POWER, then BREW NOW.
Programmed brew: Set PROGRAM time; machine will start automatically.
Pause & serve: Press PAUSE during brew to pour a cup.
Auto shut-off: Machine turns off after selected time (0-4 hours).

Tip: For stronger coffee, use bold setting or extra tablespoon per cup.

Hot Water Dispenser

Provides hot water without brewing coffee.

Ensure reservoir has sufficient water.
Press HOT WATER button; indicator light will illuminate.
Wait for READY light; place cup under dispenser.
Press lever to dispense hot water.
Press HOT WATER again to turn off.

WARNING! Hot water is near boiling; use caution to avoid burns.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Daily: Empty carafe, rinse with warm water. Weekly: Clean carafe lid and filter basket. Monthly: Descale when CLEAN light illuminates.

Descaling: Mix 1 cup white vinegar with 1 cup water. Pour into reservoir, brew half, pause 30 minutes, finish brew. Run 2 cycles of clean water to rinse.

Filter Replacement: Replace charcoal water filter every 60 brew cycles or 2 months.

CAUTION! Unplug before cleaning exterior. Never use abrasive cleaners.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Cuisinart; trademarks of Conair Corporation. UL listed. For support, visit www.cuisinart.com or contact 1-800-726-0190.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Machine won't turn on	Power cord/outlet	Ensure plugged in; check outlet; reset GFCI if needed.
Coffee not hot enough	Preheat carafe/strength	Preheat carafe with hot water; select bold strength.
Water doesn't dispense	Reservoir empty/clog	Fill reservoir; check for clogs in dispenser.
CLEAN light on	Mineral buildup	Descale machine following instructions.
Leaking water	Carafe placement/filter	Ensure carafe properly seated; check filter basket alignment.
Program not working	Clock not set/power	Set correct time; ensure power not interrupted.

Reset: Unplug for 10 seconds, then plug back in.

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