INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker
DCC-1100 Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Caution: Never open the reservoir cover during
the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining
from the filter basket, since extremely hot water/
coffee can spill out from the basket and cause
injury. If water/coffee is not draining from the
filter basket during the brewing cycle, unplug
the unit and wait 10 minutes before opening the
reservoir cover and checking the basket.
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce
the risks resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord must be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance, and the longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over.
IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat
surface.
2. Remove the instruction book and any other
literature.
3. Turn the box so that the back side of the
coffeemaker is down and slide the
coffeemaker from the box.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify
the plug in any way.
4. After the coffeemaker has been removed,
place the box out of the way and remove
the top and bottom two polyfoam inserts.
5. Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove it
from the heater plate and remove the
polybag.
OPERATING NOTICE
6. Remove the polybag covering from the
coffeemaker and lift the coffeemaker off the
remaining two inserts.
Clogging and backing up of water and/or
coffee in the filter basket can occur under
any or a combination of any of the following
conditions: The use of too finely ground coffee,
using two or more paper filters, using the gold
tone filter in conjunction with a paper filter or not
properly cleaning coffee grounds from the gold
tone filter, or allowing coffee grounds to spill
over the filter.
We suggest you save all packing materials in
the event that future shipping of the machine
is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from
children.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
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a two-week supply at a time for maximum
freshness. Once the coffee bean is broken,
its flavor degrades very quickly. If it is not
practical to buy small supplies, we recommend
you separate larger amounts of beans into
one- to two-week portions immediately
after purchasing, and freeze them in airtight
containers. The best way to maximize
freshness is to minimize exposure to air,
light and moisture. So, once removed from
the freezer, beans should be maintained
in a sealed container at room temperature,
since damaging condensation occurs every
time the beans are removed from the freezer
or refrigerator. Note that some coffee experts
advise against freezing dark-roast beans
because this can cause the oils to coagulate,
while other experts disagree. We suggest you
experiment and decide for yourself.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
The Quest for the
Perfect Cup of Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Programming Your Coffeemaker . . . . . . . . . . .7
Making Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
INTRODUCTION
You’ll love the way your new Cuisinart Classic™
12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker looks on
your counter, as it’s brewing 12 cups of fabulous
coffee. The Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker is a statement
about how serious you are about your
coffee – and your kitchen. Enjoy the full
programmability, extreme ease of use, and
great tasting coffee.
Element 3: Grind
The grind is critical for proper flavor extraction.
If the grind is too fine, overextraction and
bitterness will result. Too fine a grind may also
clog your filter. If grind is too coarse, the water
will pass through too quickly and the desired
flavors will not be extracted. We recommend
a medium-fine grind.
THE QUEST FOR
THE PERFECT CUP
OF COFFEE
Element 4: Proportion
The cups on the Cuisinart® coffeemaker are
5 ounces. Add the amount of ground coffee
that corresponds to the number of cups being
brewed. Many coffee bars and the Specialty
Coffee Association of America recommend
adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per
6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufacturers
recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup. We
recommend using 1 tablespoon of ground
coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit
your taste.
It is generally agreed that there are four basic
elements critical to the perfect cup:
Element 1: Water
Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked, the
quality of the water is as important as the
quality of the coffee. A good rule of thumb is
that if your water doesn’t taste good from the
tap, it won’t taste any better in your coffee.
That’s why Cuisinart has added a water filter
to the Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup Programmable
Coffeemaker. The charcoal water filter removes
chlorine, calcium, bad tastes and odors, for the
purest cup of coffee every time.
NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground
coffee is 15 tablespoons for this 12-cup
coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may
cause overflow if the coffee is too finely
ground.
Element 2: Coffee
While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the
flavor should be from the coffee. To achieve the
same great quality cup of coffee you receive at
a coffee bar, you need to use the same quality
beans. If you choose to grind your own beans,
buy the beans fresh and whole, only about
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14. Carafe
The easy-pour, no-drip 12-cup carafe has
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Reservoir Cover
Flips back for easy filling.
an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee
markings for two to twelve cups.
2. Water Reservoir
15. Heating Plate
Scratch resistant with black, nonstick
coating.
3. Showerhead (not shown)
Distributes water evenly over coffee,
reducing temperature loss as water
passes through grounds.
16. Ready Tone (not shown)
Signals the end of the brew cycle
with five beeps.
4. Water Filter (not shown)
Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine,
calcium and bad tastes and odors from tap
water.
17. Cord Storage (not shown)
18. Power Loss Back-up System (not
shown)
5. Filter Basket (not shown)
Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
One-minute protection in case power fails,
breaker trips, or unit is unplugged.
6. Filter Basket Holder (not shown)
19. Measuring Scoop (not shown)
7. LCD Digital Clock
Displays time of day and set time for
automatic functions.
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8. Hour and Minute Buttons
Used to set time of day and automatic
functions.
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9. Function Knob
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Used to initiate programming of
automatic functions – Auto On, Auto Off,
Program, Clock, and Brew.
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10. On/Off Button
Used to turn your coffeemaker on and
off and program your delayed brew.
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11. 1-4 Cup Setting
For brewing smaller pots of coffee.
It provides double heating of the
water, so coffee is piping hot.
12. Clean Setting
Tells you when it’s time to clean your
coffeemaker. Remove built-up calcification
from the water reservoir, to help extend the
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life of your coffeemaker.
13. Brew Pause™
Stops flow of coffee from basket when
carafe is removed (30 seconds max) from
the heater plate, so a cup can be poured
in mid-brew. Since the flavor extraction
rate varies during the brew cycle, we
recommend allowing the brewing cycle
to finish before pouring the coffee.
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CONTROL PANEL
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f. Audible Tone (not shown)
1. Clock Display
The Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker is
equipped with an audible tone which
will sound 5 times when the coffee
has completed brewing (coffee will
continue to stream from the filter
for a few seconds after tone).
Displays time of day and auto on time.
2. Function Knob
For setting time of day, and auto on time.
a. Auto On
The Auto On feature is used to program
the start time of the brew cycle. The auto
on time can be set for any time, day or
night. The PM indicator is displayed on
the LCD for nighttime program times.
3. On/Off Button
Used to turn your coffeemaker on and off;
also works in tandem with the function
knob.
b. Auto Off
The Auto Off feature is used to shut
off the coffeemaker at a preset time,
anywhere from 0 to 4 hours.
4. Hour and Minute Buttons
For use in setting hour and minute for time
of day, and auto on time.
c. Program Set
The Program Set function is used to
set the time for the Auto On function.
5. On/Off and Auto On Indicator Lights
6. Clean Setting
Used to indicate time to clean your
coffeemaker to remove calcium buildup.
d. Brew
The Brew function is used to start the
brew cycle directly.
7. 1-4 Cup Setting
For brewing smaller pots of coffee –
it provides double heating of the water,
so coffee is piping hot.
e. Clock Set
Used to program the time of day.
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3. Turn the function knob to “Auto On.” LCD
will display the current time.
PROGRAMMING YOUR
COFFEEMAKER
4. Press the On/Off button and release. The
green indicator light will come on to remind
you that the programming function is in
use. At the programmed time, the red
indicator will come on as well, indicating
that the brew cycle is starting. Both lights
will go off when keep warm cycle ends.
TO BREW COFFEE
1. Turn the function knob to “Brew.”
2. Press the On/Off button and release.
The red On indicator light will illuminate
and brew cycle will begin.
TO TURN THE COFFEEMAKER OFF
NOTE: To reactivate the auto-on feature to start
brew cycle at the same time another day, simply
press the On/Off button and release. The green
Auto-On light will illuminate.
Press the On/Off button and release.
Note: To program the coffeemaker to shut off
automatically, see To program the Variable
Auto Off instructions below.
To program the Variable Auto Off
PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEEMAKER
FOR DELAYED BREW TIME
1. Turn the function knob to “Auto Off.” Press
and hold the “Hour” button for 2 seconds.
The clock display will start blinking.
To set the time:
1. Turn the function knob to “Clock.”
2. Program the coffeemaker to shut off from
zero to four hours after brew cycle is
finished by using the Hour and Minute
buttons (see To set the time).
a. Set Hour: Press and hold the Hour
button to scroll through numbers quickly.
When number displayed approaches the
desired setting, press and release (pulse)
the button to advance one digit at a
time. After setting the correct hour, the
default will be the last time set unless
power is shut off.
1 - 4 Cup Setting
The 1- 4 cup setting button is used when you
make small amounts of coffee. The 1-4 cup
setting basically double heats the water, making
your smaller amount piping hot.
NOTE: When the number count passes 12,
To use: When making a smaller amount, press
the 1-4 button on the control panel after turning
on the unit.
the PM light will be displayed on the LCD.
b. Set Minutes: Press and hold the Minute
button to scroll through numbers quickly.
When number displayed approaches the
desired setting, press and release (pulse)
the button to advance one digit at a
time. After setting the correct minute, the
default will be the last time set unless
power is shut off. To finish setting time,
turn the Function Knob to any other
setting or simply wait until the numbers
stop blinking.
Power Loss Back-up
One-minute protection in case a breaker trips,
the unit is unplugged, or the power fails. It holds
all programmed information, including time of
day, auto on time and auto off time.
MAKING COFFEE
Before you make the first pot of coffee in your
new Cuisinart® coffeemaker, we recommend
operating the coffeemaker once using only
water and a paper filter. This will remove any
dust or residues that remain in the system from
the manufacturing process.
To program the Auto On (brew start time)
1. Turn the function knob to “Prog.”
2. Set the time you want coffee to begin
brewing by using the minute and hour
push-buttons. Follow the same instructions
you used to set the time of day, in the To
set the time section above.
1. Insert the Water Filter
a. Remove the filter from polybag and soak
in cold tap water for 15 minutes.
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b. Remove the water filter holder from the
coffeemaker by lifting it out of the
reservoir area with your thumb and
forefinger.
Replacement water filters can be
purchased in stores, by calling customer
service at 1-800-726-0190, or through the
c. Hold the water filter holder lengthwise
and place thumbs in slots directly under
arrows.
2. Fill the water reservoir
Open the reservoir cover by lifting it up.
Pour the desired amount of water in the
reservoir using the step water level
indicator located at the rear of the reservoir.
d. Pull open in opposite directions with
thumbs.
3. Add the ground coffee
e. Place the filter in the holder recess area
at the bottom of the water filter holder.
Remove the filter basket by grasping the
handle and lifting straight up, and then
place it on the countertop. Insert a #4
paper filter or permanent filter. Be sure that
the paper filter is completely open and fully
inserted in the basket. It may help to fold
and flatten the seams of a paper filter
beforehand. Add the desired amount of
ground coffee, corresponding to the
number of cups being brewed. Many coffee
bars and the Specialty Coffee Association
of America recommend adding 2 rounded
tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of
water. Some coffee manufacturers
recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup.
We recommend using 1 tablespoon of
ground coffee per cup, but use more or
less to suit your taste.
NOTE: Caution must be used when
inserting the charcoal water filter. Improper
placement in the holder can cause tearing
of the filter skin.
NOTE: The maximum capacity for
ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this
coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount
may cause overflow if the coffee is too
finely ground.
f. Close the water filter holder; you will
hear a snap indicating it is in place.
Replace the filter basket in the filter basket
holder and flip the water reservoir cover
closed. Press firmly on cover to be sure
that it closes securely.
g. Hold the filter under cold running tap
water for 10 seconds to flush. You
should place the hole openings in the
side of the unit directly under the water
stream.
Before brewing coffee
Make sure you have replaced the glass
carafe in its position on the heating plate
and closed the top cover. Plug the cord
into an electrical outlet.
h. Allow the filter to drain completely.
i. Replace the water filter holder in the
reservoir area of the coffeemaker,
pushing it all the way down to the base
of the unit.
4. Power unit
Turn the function knob to brew, press the
on/off button, and the red indicator light will
turn on. Or, set the Auto On function and
the green indicator will light.
NOTE: We recommend changing the water
filter every 60 days or 60 uses – more often
if you have hard water.
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5. During and after brewing
Never immerse base unit in water or other liquid.
To clean base, simply wipe with a clean, damp
cloth and dry before storing. Fingerprints and
other blemishes on the stainless steel housing
can be washed off with soap and water or a
nonabrasive cleaning solution. Wipe resting
plate with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough,
abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the
resting plate. Do not dry the inside of the water
reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.
The Brew Pause™ feature allows you to
remove the carafe from the plate during
mid-brew. The brewing process does not
stop during this period – only the flow of
coffee from the basket stops. Do not
remove the carafe for longer than 30
seconds or the coffee may overflow the
basket. While we offer this feature, we do
not recommend that you pour the coffee
before the cycle has reached completion,
since the coffee brewed at the beginning of
the cycle has a flavor profile which is very
different from the flavor at the end of the
cycle. Removing a cup during the brewing
cycle will alter the flavor of the finished pot.
Decalcification
Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium
deposits which form over time on the metal
parts of the coffeemaker.
For best performance from your Cuisinart
Classic™ 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker,
decalcify the base unit from time to time. The
frequency depends upon the hardness of your
tap water and how often you use the
coffeemaker. The flashing Clean light will
indicate when you should clean your
coffeemaker.
Once the coffee has finished brewing,
stir it before serving to blend the flavors.
The coffee at the bottom of the carafe
will be somewhat stronger than the
coffee at the top.
When the brewing cycle has been
completed, five beeps will sound.
Coffee will continue to stream from
the filter for several seconds.
If the Clean light begins to flash when the
coffeemaker is turned on, it is telling you that
the calcium buildup is interfering with the
functioning of your coffeemaker and the flavor
of your coffee. To clean, fill the water reservoir
to capacity with a mixture of 1/3 white vinegar
and 2/3 water. Press the Clean button. When the
self clean light glows, turn the coffeemaker on
by pressing the on/off button. The Clean light
will shine steadily. The coffeemaker is now in
Clean mode. One cycle should be sufficient to
adequately clean the coffeemaker. When the
cycle is completed and the five beeps sound,
the coffeemaker will shut off. Turn the
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the
plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Lift up the reservoir cover. Remove and discard
the paper filter and ground coffee. The filter
basket can be washed in warm, soapy water
and rinsed thoroughly, or cleaned in the upper
rack of the dishwasher. Dry all parts after use.
coffeemaker on to see if the Clean light
continues to flash. If it does, turn it off and then
repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh
solution of vinegar and water.
Do not put any water in the unit once the
filter basket has been removed. Wipe the
area under the filter basket with a damp
cloth.
If the Clean light no longer flashes, turn the
coffeemaker off and then run one cycle of fresh
cold water through the unit before using the unit
again to brew coffee.
Remove the carafe from the resting plate.
Discard any remaining coffee. The carafe and lid
can be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed
thoroughly, or placed in a dishwasher. The
carafe and carafe lid should be placed on the
upper rack only.
Notes on the Clean Function
Pressing the Clean button cancels all other
settings. If it is pressed accidentally, press it
again to return the coffeemaker to all its
previous settings. Pressing On/Off will also exit
the Clean Mode and turn the coffeemaker off.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh
cleansers on any part of the coffeemaker.
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has been designed for use with the Cuisinart®
coffeemaker authorized accessories and
replacement parts for your model. These
warranties expressly exclude any defects or
damages caused by accessories, replacement
parts or repair service other than those that
have been authorized by Cuisinart.
WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
This warranty supersedes all previous
warranties on the Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker.
These warranties exclude all incidental or
consequential damages. Some states do not
allow the exclusion of or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the foregoing
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty is available to consumers only.
You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart
Classic™ 12-Cup Programmable Brew Central®
Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for
personal, family or household use. Except as
otherwise required under applicable state law,
this warranty is not available to retailers or
other commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker will be free of
defects in material or workmanship under
normal home use for three years from the date
of original purchase.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty
Service, California residents have the option
of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the
store where it was purchased or (B) to another
retail store which sells Cuisinart products of
the same type. The retail store shall then,
according to its preference, either repair the
product, refer the consumer to an independent
repair facility, replace the product, or refund
the purchase price less the amount directly
attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of
the product. If the above two options do not
result in the appropriate relief to the consumer,
the consumer may then take the product to an
independent repair facility if service or repair
can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart
and not the consumer will be responsible for
the reasonable cost of such service, repair,
replacement, or refund for nonconforming
products under warranty.
We suggest that you complete and return the
enclosed product registration card promptly
to facilitate verification of the date of original
purchase. However, return of the product
registration card is not a condition of these
warranties.
If your coffeemaker should prove to be
defective within the warranty period, we will
repair it (or, if we think it necessary, replace it)
without charge to you. To obtain warranty
service, please call our Consumer Service
Center toll-free at 800-726-0190 or write to:
California residents may also, according to
their preference, return nonconforming
products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if
necessary, replacement by calling our
Consumer Service Center toll-free at 800-726-
0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost
of the repair, replacement, and shipping and
handling for such nonconforming products
under warranty.
Cuisinart
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East Windsor, NJ 08520
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your
return, please also enclose $10.00 for shipping
and handling of the product (California
residents need only supply proof of purchase
and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions). Please also be sure to include
a return address, description of the product
defect, product serial number, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return.
Please pay by check or money order.
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR
CUISINART PRODUCT
Important: If the nonconforming product is to
be serviced by someone other than Cuisinart’s
Authorized Service Center, please remind the
servicer to call our Consumer Service Center to
ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed,
he product serviced with the correct parts, and
to ensure that the product is still under warranty.
Your Cuisinart Classic™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker has been
manufactured to strict specifications and
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