Cuisinart DCC-2000 Series Manual

The Cuisinart DCC-2000 Series is a programmable coffee maker featuring a 24-hour advance brew start, 1-4 cup setting, auto shut-off, charcoal water filter, and stainless steel carafe. It includes a permanent gold-tone filter, brew pause, and cleaning indicator. 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. Cleaning & Maintenance 8. Regulatory Information 9. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Stainless steel carafe, Charcoal water filter, Permanent gold-tone filter, Control panel with LCD display.

Feature	Description
24-Hour Programmable Timer	Set brew time up to 24 hours in advance
1-4 Cup Setting	Optimizes brewing for small quantities
Auto Shut-Off	Automatically turns off after brewing (0-4 hours)
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes chlorine and impurities for better taste
Brew Pause	Pause brewing to pour a cup
Cleaning Indicator	Light alerts when cleaning is needed
Stainless Steel Carafe	Keeps coffee hot; drip-free pouring
Permanent Gold-Tone Filter	Eliminates need for paper filters
LCD Display	Shows time, programming, and settings
Power Cord Storage	Wrap excess cord under base

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials from inside and outside the unit.
Wash carafe, lid, and permanent filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Insert charcoal water filter into filter holder (soak filter 15 minutes first).
Place empty carafe on warming plate.
Plug into 120V AC outlet.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on coffee maker; follow initial setup steps.

Set clock: Press and hold CLOCK, then use HOUR and MIN to set time.
Program brew time: Press PROG, then set desired brew time using HOUR and MIN.
Set auto shut-off: Press AUTO OFF to select duration (0, 1, 2, or 4 hours).
Set 1-4 cup mode: Press 1-4 CUP to enable for small batches.

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

Specifications

Capacity: Up to 12 cups (60 oz).
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 900W.
Carafe Material: Stainless steel with ergonomic handle.
Filter Type: Permanent gold-tone filter (no paper needed).
Water Filtration: Charcoal filter (replace every 60 cycles or 2 months).
Programmability: 24-hour advance brew start.
Auto Shut-Off: 0 to 4 hours selectable.
Special Features: Brew pause, cleaning indicator, 1-4 cup setting.
Dimensions: 10.5" H x 8.5" W x 14" D.
Weight: 5.5 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER, CLOCK, PROG, HOUR, MIN, AUTO OFF, 1-4 CUP, CLEAN.

LCD Display: Shows current time, programmed brew time, auto off setting, and cleaning indicator.

Clock Setting: Hold CLOCK, adjust with HOUR/MIN. Program Brew: Press PROG, set time with HOUR/MIN. Auto Shut-Off: Press AUTO OFF to cycle through 0, 1, 2, 4 hours. 1-4 Cup Setting: Press to enable/disable for small batches. Cleaning Indicator: CLEAN light illuminates when descaling is needed.

Brewing Coffee

Supports ground coffee; use permanent filter.

Fill water reservoir: Use carafe to measure desired cups of water.
Add coffee: Place filter in basket, add ground coffee (1 tbsp per cup).
Start brewing: Press POWER to begin immediate brew, or wait for programmed time.
Brew pause: Press POWER during brew to pause and pour a cup.
Auto shut-off: Coffee maker turns off after selected time (0-4 hours).

Tip: For best results, use cold filtered water and fresh coffee grounds.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Unplug before cleaning. Wash carafe, lid, and filter after each use.

Daily: Empty grounds, rinse filter and basket.
Weekly: Wash carafe and lid with warm, soapy water.
Monthly: Descale with vinegar solution (run brew cycle with half water, half vinegar, then rinse with two cycles of clean water).
Filter replacement: Replace charcoal water filter every 60 cycles or 2 months.

CAUTION! Do not use abrasive cleaners; never immerse base in water.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Coffee maker won't turn on	Power/no carafe	Check plug; ensure carafe is properly seated.
Coffee tastes bad	Old filter/water	Replace charcoal filter; use fresh water; clean unit.
Leaking water	Misaligned filter/overfill	Ensure filter is seated correctly; do not overfill reservoir.
Clock resets	Power interruption	Reset clock after power outage.
Cleaning light on	Mineral buildup	Descale with vinegar solution; press CLEAN to reset.
Weak coffee	Incorrect grind/measure	Use correct grind (medium); measure 1 tbsp per cup.

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

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