Cuisinart DGB600BCE Manual

The Cuisinart DGB600BCE is a 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Grind & Brew technology, featuring a built-in burr grinder, 24-hour programmability, auto-shutoff (0-4 hours), charcoal water filter, gold-tone filter basket, and a stainless steel finish. It brews directly into a thermal carafe to keep coffee hot for hours. 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. Programming 8. Cleaning & Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Built-in burr grinder, 12-cup thermal carafe, Programmable LCD clock, Charcoal water filter, Gold-tone permanent filter, Control panel with buttons.

Feature	Description
Built-in Burr Grinder	Grinds beans fresh before brewing
12-Cup Thermal Carafe	Stainless steel, keeps coffee hot without warming plate
Programmable Timer	Set brew time up to 24 hours in advance
Auto Shut-Off	Turns off automatically after brewing (0-4 hours selectable)
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes impurities for better tasting coffee
Gold-Tone Filter	Permanent filter, no paper filters needed
Brew Strength Selector	Choose Regular or Bold brew strength
Grind Control Dial	Adjust coarseness of grind
LCD Display	Shows time, program status, and alerts
Pause & Serve	Interrupt brewing to pour a cup

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 filter basket with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Insert charcoal water filter into filter holder in water reservoir (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

Before first use, run a brewing cycle with water only to clean the system.

Fill water reservoir to 12-cup line with fresh water.
Ensure filter basket is empty and carafe is in place.
Press PROGRAM to set current time.
Press BREW to start cycle. Discard water after cycle completes.
Repeat once if desired. Unit is now ready for coffee brewing.

CAUTION! Handle carafe with care; it is not stove-top safe.

Specifications

Capacity: 12 cups (5.7 oz per cup).
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 1000W.
Grinder Type: Burr grinder with adjustable coarseness.
Carafe: Stainless steel thermal, 12-cup.
Filter: Permanent gold-tone filter; includes charcoal water filter.
Programmability: 24-hour advance brew start.
Auto Shut-Off: 0 to 4 hours (selectable).
Brew Strength: Regular or Bold.
Dimensions: Approximately 11.5" H x 8.5" W x 14" D.
Weight: Approximately 8 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER, PROGRAM, CLOCK, BREW, AUTO ON, STRENGTH, GRIND OFF, 1-4 HOUR.

Buttons: POWER turns unit on/off. PROGRAM sets time and auto-brew. CLOCK adjusts time. BREW starts manual brewing. AUTO ON sets programmed brew time. STRENGTH selects Regular or Bold. GRIND OFF bypasses grinder for pre-ground coffee. 1-4 HOUR sets auto shut-off delay.

Settings: Use PROGRAM to set current time. Use AUTO ON to set desired brew time. Use STRENGTH for brew intensity. Use GRIND CONTROL dial to adjust grind coarseness. Use 1-4 HOUR to select auto shut-off duration.

Brewing Coffee

For fresh ground coffee or pre-ground coffee.

Fill water reservoir with desired amount of fresh water.
Add whole beans to grinder hopper (for ground coffee, skip to step 4).
Set GRIND CONTROL dial to desired coarseness.
Place filter basket in unit. If using pre-ground coffee, press GRIND OFF first.
Add coffee grounds to filter basket (1 tbsp per cup recommended).
Ensure carafe is in place.
Press BREW to start immediate brewing, or set AUTO ON for delayed brew.
When brewing completes, auto shut-off will activate after selected delay.

Tip: For best flavor, use fresh, cold water and clean unit regularly.

Programming

Set the clock and program auto-brew.

Press and hold PROGRAM until hour flashes.
Use HOUR and MIN buttons to set current time.
Press PROGRAM again to set.
To set auto-brew time: Press AUTO ON, then use HOUR and MIN to set desired brew time.
Press AUTO ON again to confirm. "AUTO ON" will appear on display.
Ensure unit is powered on, water and coffee are loaded, and carafe is in place.
Unit will brew at set time automatically.

Note: To cancel auto-brew, press and hold AUTO ON until display clears.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Unplug before cleaning. Clean after each use.

Carafe and lid: Wash with warm, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Filter basket: Remove and wash. Rinse charcoal filter monthly; replace every 60 uses or 2 months.
Exterior: Wipe with damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals.
Descale: Monthly, run a cycle with equal parts water and white vinegar, then run 2 cycles with clean water to rinse.
Grinder cleaning: Unplug, remove hopper, wipe with dry cloth. Do not wash burrs.

CAUTION! Never immerse base in water. Do not use steel wool or abrasive pads.

Regulatory Information

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

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Unit won't turn on	Power cord/outlet	Check plug is secure; try different outlet; ensure POWER is pressed.
Coffee doesn't brew	Program settings/water	Check AUTO ON is off; ensure water in reservoir; carafe positioned correctly.
Grinder not working	Beans/hopper	Ensure beans in hopper; hopper lid closed; GRIND OFF not selected.
Weak coffee	Grind/ratio	Adjust grind finer; use more coffee grounds (1 tbsp per cup).
Leaking water	Filter basket/carafe	Ensure filter basket seated properly; carafe lid closed securely.
Clock resets	Power interruption	Reset time after power outage; unit does not have backup battery.

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

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