Cuisinart DGB600BCU Manual

The Cuisinart DGB600BCU is a 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Grinder, featuring a built-in burr grinder for fresh-ground coffee, 24-hour programmability, auto-shutoff, a charcoal water filter, and a stainless steel finish. It brews 1-12 cups, includes a gold-tone filter, and offers settings for brew strength and grind control. 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. Cleaning & Maintenance 7. Programming & Operation 8. Grinder Operation 9. Care Instructions 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Stainless steel housing, burr grinder, 12-cup glass carafe, gold-tone permanent filter, charcoal water filter, programmable clock/timer, and control panel.

Feature	Description
Built-in Burr Grinder	Grinds coffee beans fresh for each brew
Programmable Timer	24-hour advance setting for automatic brewing
Brew Strength Selector	Choose Regular or Bold flavor
Grind Control Dial	Adjust from coarse to fine grind
Auto Shut-Off	Turns off automatically after brewing (0-4 hours)
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes impurities for better-tasting coffee
Pause & Serve	Allows serving before brewing completes
LCD Display	Shows time, program settings, and status
Audible Signal	Beeps when brewing is complete
Gold-Tone Filter	Permanent filter, no paper filters needed

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and stickers.
Wash carafe, lid, and filter basket with warm, soapy water; rinse and dry.
Insert charcoal water filter into filter holder; soak filter in water for 5 minutes.
Fill water reservoir with clean water; run a brewing cycle without coffee to clean.
Plug into 120V AC outlet.

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

First-Time Setup

Plug in coffeemaker; follow initial setup steps.

Set clock: Press and hold CLOCK, then use HOUR/MINUTE buttons to set time.
Program auto-brew: Press PROGRAM, set brew time, then press PROGRAM again.
Adjust grind: Turn GRIND CONTROL dial to desired setting (coarse to fine).
Select brew strength: Press BREW STRENGTH for Regular or Bold.

CAUTION! Ensure coffeemaker is on stable surface; keep cord away from hot surfaces.

Specifications

Capacity: 12 cups (60 oz).
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 900W.
Grinder Type: Burr grinder with adjustable settings.
Filter: Gold-tone permanent filter included.
Water Filter: Charcoal filter (replace every 60 cycles or 2 months).
Programmability: 24-hour clock with auto-brew.
Auto Shut-Off: 0 to 4 hours adjustable.
Dimensions: Approximately 11.5" H x 8.5" W x 7.5" D.
Weight: 6.5 lbs.
Warranty: Limited 3-year warranty.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER, CLOCK, PROGRAM, BREW STRENGTH, GRIND CONTROL, AUTO OFF.

Buttons: POWER turns on/off; CLOCK sets time; PROGRAM sets auto-brew; BREW STRENGTH selects Regular/Bold; GRIND CONTROL adjusts grind size; AUTO OFF sets shut-off delay.

Settings: Clock (12/24 hour), Program (set brew time), Brew Strength (Regular/Bold), Grind Control (1-18 settings), Auto Off (0, 1, 2, 4 hours).

Cleaning & Maintenance

Daily: Empty grounds basket; rinse carafe and filter basket. Weekly: Descale with vinegar solution.

Unplug and cool completely before cleaning.
Wipe exterior with damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners.
Clean grinder: Remove burr assembly; brush out coffee grounds.
Replace charcoal filter every 60 cycles or 2 months.
Descale: Mix equal parts white vinegar and water; run brewing cycle without coffee; then run 2 cycles with clean water.

Tip: Always use fresh, cold water for best coffee flavor.

Programming & Operation

For automatic brewing:

Set clock: Hold CLOCK, adjust HOUR/MINUTE, release.
Add water to reservoir (up to 12 cups).
Add whole beans to grinder hopper (up to ½ cup).
Set grind size and brew strength.
Press PROGRAM, set desired brew time with HOUR/MINUTE, press PROGRAM again.
Press POWER to activate; AUTO BREW light will illuminate.
Coffeemaker will grind beans and brew at set time.

WARNING! Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles. Unplug when not in use.

Grinder Operation

Burr grinder provides consistent grind size.

Adjust GRIND CONTROL dial: Lower numbers for coarse grind, higher for fine.
Add whole beans to hopper; do not exceed MAX line.
Grinder operates automatically during brew cycle.
Clean grinder regularly to prevent clogging.

CAUTION! Never insert utensils or fingers into grinder. Unplug before cleaning.

Care Instructions

Unplug before cleaning. Use soft, damp cloth only; avoid harsh chemicals.

CAUTION! Do not immerse in water; avoid steam and direct heat.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Coffeemaker won't turn on	Power cord/outlet	Check plug; ensure outlet works; press POWER firmly.
No grinding	Beans/grinder clog	Add beans; clean grinder; ensure hopper lid closed.
Weak coffee	Grind size/strength	Adjust to finer grind; select BOLD strength.
Auto-brew not working	Clock/program settings	Set clock correctly; reprogram auto-brew time.
Leaking water	Seals/reservoir	Ensure all parts seated properly; check for cracks.
Error messages on display	Overheating/scale	Unplug, cool, descale; plug back in.

Reset: Unplug for 10 seconds; plug back in to reset.

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