Cuisinart EXTREME BREWTM DCC-2750 Manual

The Cuisinart EXTREME BREWTM DCC-2750 is a programmable 14-cup coffeemaker featuring a 24-hour advance brew start, 1-4 cup setting, auto shut-off, brew pause, charcoal water filter, and a stainless steel thermal carafe. It includes a permanent gold-tone filter, cleaning cycle, and a 3-year limited warranty. 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. Warranty Information 9. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe, Charcoal Water Filter, Permanent Gold-Tone Filter, Control Panel, Water Reservoir, and Power Base.

Feature	Description
Programmable Timer	Set brew time up to 24 hours in advance
1-4 Cup Setting	Optimizes brewing for smaller amounts
Auto Shut-Off	Turns off automatically after brewing
Brew Pause	Pause brewing to pour a cup
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes impurities for better taste
Stainless Steel Carafe	Keeps coffee hot without warming plate
Permanent Filter	Gold-tone filter eliminates paper filters
Cleaning Cycle	Easy cleaning function
LCD Display	Shows time and programming status
Power On/Off	Main power switch

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and stickers.
Wash carafe, lid, and permanent filter with warm soapy water; rinse thoroughly.
Insert charcoal water filter into filter holder in water reservoir (soak filter 15 minutes first).
Place empty carafe on warming base.
Plug into 120V AC outlet.

WARNING! Do not immerse base, 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 button, use HOUR and MIN to set time.
Prime filter: Fill reservoir with water, run a brewing cycle without coffee.
Program auto brew: Press PROG, set desired brew time using HOUR and MIN.
Select 1-4 cup setting: Press 1-4 CUP button when brewing small amounts.

CAUTION! Ensure carafe is properly seated before brewing.

Specifications

Capacity: 14 cups (70 oz).
Carafe: Stainless steel thermal, vacuum insulated.
Filter: Permanent gold-tone filter; includes charcoal water filter.
Programmability: 24-hour advance brew start.
Special Features: 1-4 cup setting, auto shut-off, brew pause, cleaning cycle.
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 900W.
Dimensions: Standard countertop size.
Warranty: 3-year limited.

Controls and Settings

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

Functions: Set clock, program brew time, select 1-4 cup setting, initiate cleaning cycle, set auto-off time (0-4 hours).

LCD Display: Shows current time, programmed brew time, and auto-off status. Indicator lights for POWER, PROGRAM, and 1-4 CUP.

Brewing Coffee

Supports ground coffee; use permanent filter.

Fill reservoir with cold water to desired cup level.
Place permanent filter in filter basket; add ground coffee (1 tbsp per cup).
Place empty carafe on base; close lid.
Press POWER to start immediate brew, or set PROG for delayed brew.
Use BREW PAUSE to pour a cup during brewing.
Auto shut-off turns off after brewing complete.

Tip: For best taste, use filtered water and clean coffeemaker regularly.

Cleaning & Maintenance

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

Daily: Wash carafe and filter with warm soapy water.
Monthly: Run cleaning cycle with vinegar solution (half water, half vinegar).
Replace charcoal water filter every 60 days or as needed.
Wipe exterior with damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION! Never immerse base in water. Descaling required for hard water areas.

Warranty Information

Cuisinart 3-Year Limited Warranty: Covers defects in materials/workmanship under normal home use. For service, call 1-800-726-0190 or visit www.cuisinart.com. Keep original receipt. Warranty void if product misused or modified.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Not plugged in / outlet issue	Check plug and outlet; ensure POWER is ON.
Coffee not brewing	Water reservoir empty / clogged	Fill reservoir; check for blockages in filter basket.
Leaking	Filter not seated / overfilled	Ensure filter and carafe properly positioned; do not overfill.
Weak coffee	Incorrect coffee amount / old filter	Use more coffee; replace charcoal water filter.
Clock not set	Power interruption	Reset clock after power outage.
Clean light flashing	Cleaning cycle due	Run cleaning cycle with vinegar solution.

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

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