Owners Manual Cuisinart 14 Cup Coffee Maker

The Cuisinart 14 Cup Coffee Maker is a programmable, automatic drip coffee maker featuring a 14-cup capacity, 24-hour programmability, auto shut-off, brew pause, charcoal water filter, and a permanent gold-tone filter. It includes a hot water system for tea or instant foods, a 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. Care & Cleaning 8. Regulatory Information 9. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Main unit with water reservoir, Glass carafe, Charcoal water filter, Permanent gold-tone filter, Control panel, Power base with cord.

Feature	Description
14-Cup Capacity	Brews up to 14 cups (6 oz each) of coffee
Programmable	24-hour advance brew start timer
Auto Shut-Off	Automatically turns off after brewing (0-4 hours adjustable)
Brew Pause	Pause brewing to pour a cup mid-cycle
Charcoal Water Filter	Removes chlorine and impurities for better taste
Permanent Gold-Tone Filter	Reusable filter; no paper filters needed
Hot Water System	Dispenses hot water for tea, cocoa, etc.
Cleaning Cycle	Self-cleaning function for maintenance
Control Panel	Buttons for ON/OFF, PROGRAM, HOUR, MIN, AUTO OFF
Power Indicator	LED lights indicate power and programming status

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 the filter holder in the water reservoir (soak filter first for 15 minutes).
Place empty carafe on the warming plate.
Plug power cord into a 120V AC outlet.

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

First-Time Setup

Before first use, run a cleaning cycle with water only.

Fill water reservoir to 14-cup line with fresh, cold water.
Place empty carafe on warming plate.
Press and hold CLEAN button for 3 seconds to start cleaning cycle.
Allow cycle to complete (approx. 30 minutes). Discard water from carafe.
To program clock: Press and hold HOUR and MIN buttons to set current time.
To set auto off: Press AUTO OFF to select duration (0-4 hours).

CAUTION! Use only cold water. Do not use without water in reservoir.

Specifications

Capacity: 14 cups (6 oz per cup).
Power: 120V AC, 60Hz, 900W.
Dimensions: Approx. 11" W x 8" D x 14" H.
Carafe: Glass, 14-cup with lid.
Filter: Permanent gold-tone filter; includes charcoal water filter.
Programmability: 24-hour advance start.
Auto Shut-Off: Adjustable 0 to 4 hours after brewing.
Warranty: 3-year limited warranty.
Materials: BPA-free plastic, stainless steel accents.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: ON/OFF, PROGRAM, HOUR, MIN, AUTO OFF, CLEAN, BREW PAUSE.

LED Indicators: POWER (green), PROGRAM (orange), AUTO OFF (red).

Clock Setting: Press and hold HOUR and MIN to adjust time. Programming: Press PROGRAM, then use HOUR and MIN to set brew start time. Auto Off: Press AUTO OFF to cycle through 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 hours. Clean Cycle: Press and hold CLEAN for 3 seconds to activate. Brew Pause: Press BREW PAUSE during brewing to pour a cup.

Brewing Coffee

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

Fill water reservoir to desired cup level (1-14).
Place permanent filter in filter basket. Add coffee (1 tbsp per cup).
Place empty carafe on warming plate.
Press ON/OFF to start brewing immediately.
For delayed brew: Press PROGRAM, set time with HOUR/MIN, then press ON/OFF.
To pause brewing: Press BREW PAUSE, pour cup, then press again to resume.
After brewing, coffee stays warm on plate (auto shut-off applies).
For hot water: Press ON/OFF with empty filter basket and carafe in place.

WARNING! Do not remove carafe during brewing except during brew pause. Hot surfaces present.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug and cool before cleaning. Clean exterior with damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

Daily: Wash carafe, lid, and permanent filter with warm, soapy water.
Monthly: Run cleaning cycle (press CLEAN) with vinegar solution (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water) to descale.
Charcoal Filter: Replace every 60 uses or 2 months for best taste.
Exterior: Wipe with soft, damp cloth.

CAUTION! Do not immerse unit in water. Never use harsh chemicals.

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
No power	Not plugged in / outlet issue	Check power cord connection; try different outlet.
Coffee not brewing	Water reservoir empty / clog	Fill reservoir; check for blockages in filter basket.
Coffee tastes bad	Old filter / stale coffee	Replace charcoal filter; use fresh coffee and cold water.
Leaking	Misaligned carafe / overfill	Ensure carafe is properly seated; do not exceed 14 cups.
Clock not set	Power interruption	Reset clock using HOUR and MIN buttons.
Auto off not working	Setting at 0 hours	Press AUTO OFF to select 1-4 hours.

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

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