Cuisinart CPO-850 Coffee Brewer
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
- Always unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.
- To protect against electric shock, do not place a cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
- This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for examination, repair, and electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injuries.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Always fill the water reservoir first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, push the BREW/OFF button, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
- Snap the lid securely onto the carafe before serving any beverages.
- Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.
- The thermal carafe is designed for use with these appliances only. It must never be used on the range top.
- Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
- Do not clean the carafe or resting plate with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
- WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIRS SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
- Do not place a cloth beneath the coffee brewer or otherwise restrict airflow.
- Use only the Cuisinart® Laser-Etched Stainless Steel Filter, gold-tone filter, or standard #4 cone paper filters with this unit. OTHER PERMANENT FILTERS MAY CAUSE THE COFFEE BREWER TO OVERFLOW.
- Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
- The container is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used on a range top.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If an 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.
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 into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
OPERATING NOTICE
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 stainless steel filter in conjunction with a paper filter, or not properly cleaning coffee grounds from the stainless steel filter, or allowing coffee grounds to spill over the filter.
Caution: Never open the filter basket during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket, because extremely hot water/coffee can spill out from the filter 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 and checking the filter basket.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Coffeemaker Lid
Opens to access filter basket. - Water Reservoir with Water Level Indicator Window
- Showerhead (not shown)
Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through the grounds. - Charcoal Water Filter Holder
Holds water filter firmly in place. - Charcoal Water Filter
Eliminates chlorine, bad taste, and odors from tap water. - Filter Basket
Holds a #4 paper filter, stainless steel filter, or gold-tone filter. - Cuisinart® Laser-Etched Stainless Steel Filter
Eliminates the need for paper filters.
NOTE: Some fine grounds may flow through the filter and appear as sediment in the carafe. - Control Panel
See detailed illustration, page 7. - Brew Pause™
Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed (20 seconds max) from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured mid-brew. - 8-Cup Thermal Carafe
The double-wall insulated, 8-cup stainless steel carafe has an ergonomic handle and hands-free lid. A ball built into the lid floats to let the coffee flow in and out without opening or turning the lid. Unique design seals out air to protect coffee flavor. - 60-Second Reset (not shown)
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 and Auto On time. - Measuring Scoop
- BPA Free (not shown)
All parts that come in contact with coffee or liquids are BPA-free.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL
Detailed programming and use instructions are on pages 8–10.
- Brew/Off
Pressing BREW/OFF will start the brewing cycle. It can also be used to stop the brew cycle. - Menu
Lets you navigate to each function on the display panel. Press once for STRENGTH, twice for TEMP, three times for CLOCK, and four times for CLEAN START.- A. Strength: Let you choose from MILD, MEDIUM, or BOLD coffee flavors.
- B. Temp
Choose from HOT or X-HOT for your temperature preference. - C. Clock
Navigate here to set the time on your coffee brewer. - D. Clean Start
CLEAN flashes when you need to clean the coffee brewer.
- Auto On
Lets you program coffee brewer to automatically begin brewing up to 24 hours in advance. AUTO ON illuminates the panel when set. - ▼▲ Arrows
Used to select STRENGTH and TEMP settings. Also used to set the clock.
(▲for Hour▼for Minute)
BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE
Rinsing your coffee brewer
We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee. Simply fill the reservoir, power on the unit, and follow steps 1, 3, and 5 on page 9 under MAKING COFFEE. Do not add coffee!
Charcoal Water Filter
Your coffee brewer comes with a charcoal water filter that eliminates chlorine, bad taste, and odors from tap water.
Inserting the Water Filter
- Remove the filter from the polybag and soak it, fully immersed, in cold tap water for 15 minutes.
- Lift the water filter holder out of the water reservoir.
- Press down on the filter compartment and pull it toward you to open it.
- Place the filter into the holder and snap it closed. Be careful – improper placement can tear the filter skin.
- Flush the filter by running cold tap water through the holes in the bottom of the compartment for 10 seconds.
- Allow the filter to drain completely.
- Slide the water filter holder back into the channel in the water reservoir, pushing it down to the base of the unit.
NOTE: We recommend changing the water filter every 60 days or after 60 uses, and more often if you have hard water.
Replacement filters can be purchased in stores, or by calling Cuisinart Consumer Service, or at www.cuisinart.com
PROGRAMMING YOUR COFFEE BREWER
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the coffee brewer is plugged in, noon will flash in the display for 30 seconds, indicating the unit is in Clock Set mode. If 1noon stops flashing, simply press the MENU button 3 times to the CLOCK option, and the time will return to flashing in Clock Set mode.
Setting Hours and Minutes
Use the up arrow to set hours and the down arrow▲to set minutes. Hold buttons down ▼ to scroll through the digits quickly, or press and release to advance one digit at a time. Be sure the PM indicator is on if setting a PM time. Five seconds after finishing setting, the unit will automatically exit Clock Setting mode.
AUTO ON FUNCTION
- To set AUTO ON brew time:
Press and hold the AUTO ON button for 2 seconds. The digital display will flash the default (noon) or previously selected time, and the AUTO ON button will flash. Follow the directions under SETTING THE CLOCK (above) to program your startbrew time. Five seconds after finishing setting, the unit will automatically exit Auto On Setup mode. AUTO ON will appear on the control panel and the AUTO ON button will illuminate indicating AUTO ON is activated.
NOTE: To exit AUTO ON Setup mode, you can also just press the AUTO ON button again. - To reactivate the Auto On feature:
To start at the same time on another day, simply press the AUTO ON button. The time will appear, the release button and AUTO ON will appear on the control panel, and the AUTO ON button will be illuminated. - To deactivate AUTO ON:
Press the illuminated AUTO ON button; AUTO ON will not be displayed on the control panel, pa pane, and the AUTO ON button light will turn off.
MAKING COFFEE
Follow instructions in BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE (page 8).
- Fill the water reservoir.
Lift the coffee brewer lid to open. Pour the desired amount of water into the water reservoir using the water level indicator located at the front of the coffee brewer. - Add the ground coffee.
Insert a #4 paper filter, the stainless steel etched filter, or a gold-tone filter. If using a paper 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 1–1½ level scoops (tablespoons) of ground coffee per cup. Adjust the amount according to taste.
NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 11 tablespoons for this coffee brewer. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground. - Position the carafe and plug in the unit.
Place the carafe on the resting plate. Make sure the filter basket is securely in place and the lid is completely closed. Plug the coffee brewer into an electrical outlet. - Set preferences
- Press MENU once to get to STRENGTH.
Use up/down arrows to choose MILD, MEDIUM, or BOLD. Press MENU again to see, and you will be moved to the next setting. - You are now on TEMP. Use up/down arrows to select HOT or X-HOT. Press MENU to set.
- Press MENU once to get to STRENGTH.
- Start brewing
Press the BREW/OFF button to begin brewing;g, the button will illuminate. - After brewing
When the brew cycle is complete, 5 beeps will sound.
Note: Reservoir cover may be hot during and directly after brewing. Wait at least 10 minutes before opening.
SCAA Coffee Dose Recommendations
- 66 grams medium grind/1.2 L (11 scoops)
- 55 grams medium grind/1 L (9 scoops)
- 27.5 grams medium grind/.5 L (41/2 scoops)
SCAA Approved Settings
- Strength: Medium
- Temperature: Hot
NOTE: This is the default setting of your pour-over coffee brewer, but can be adjusted according to your preference.
SCAA Approved!
Cuisinart’s high standards have passed the tests of the Specialty Coffee Association of America. Our Cuisinart® PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer proudly carries their seal of approval, having met the SCAA’s rigorous technical requirements for exemplary home brewers.
For more information on SCAA, go to: http://www.scaa.org
Blooming
After coffee grounds are evenly showered with water heated to the ideal brewing temperature, the unit pauses to let the flavor bloom before proceeding with the brewing process.
Brew Pause™ Feature
This feature interrupts the flow of coffee from the basket to let you pour that first cup mid-brew. Because the flavor profile of coffee brewed at the start of a cycle differs from that brewed toward the end, be aware that using this feature will weaken the flavor strength of the finished pot.
NOTE: Removing the carafe for more than 20 seconds during the brew cycle may cause the filter basket to overflow.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always turn the coffee brewer off and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Lift the coffee brewer lid. Remove and discard the paper filter and ground coffee. The filter basket can be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed thoroughly, or cleaned on the upper rack of the dishwasher. Dry all parts after use.
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.
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.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleansers on any part of the coffee brewer. Never immerse the base unit in water or other liquids. To clean the base, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry before storing. Fingerprints and other blemishes on the housing can be washed off with soap and water or a nonabrasive cleaning solution. Wipe the resting plate with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough, abrasive materials or cleansers to clean the heating plate. Do not dry the inside of the water reservoir with a cloth, as lint may remain.
Maintenance
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium deposits that form over time on the metal parts of your coffee brewer. The mineral content of the tap water in your area and the frequency of use affect the rate of calcium buildup, which can affect the functioning of your coffee brewer and the flavor of your coffee.
For the best performance from your PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer, we recommend cleaning it whenever CLEAN is flashing on your control panel.
NOTE: Before decalcifying your unit, remove the charcoal water filter from the water reservoir.
To clean
- Fill the water reservoir with a mixture of 1⁄3 white vinegar and 2⁄3 water.
- Press the MENU button 4 times to get to CLEAN START. Press BREW/OFF to begin the cleaning cycle.
- When the cycle is completed, 5 beeps will sound and the coffee brewer will shut off.
- If CLEAN flashes once more, repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh solution of vinegar and water. NOTE: One cleaning cycle is usually sufficient.
- When CLEAN remains off, run one cycle with a full reservoir of fresh, cold water to rinse the unit.
- Return the charcoal water filter to the holder inside the water reservoir, and your coffee brewer is ready to brew!
WARRANTY
Limited Three-Year Warranty
(U.S. and Canada only)
This warranty is available to U.S. consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart® PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com, for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase to obtain the warranty benefits. If you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
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 that 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 neither of the above two options results 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. 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 1-800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling of such nonconforming products under warranty.
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT
If your Cuisinart® PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer proves to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair or, if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190 or write to: Cuisinart, 7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of the product, along with proof of purchase. (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions.) Be sure to include your return address, phone number, description of the product’s defect, product serial number, and any other information pertinent to the return. Please pay by check or money order, made payable to Cuisinart.
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are not covered under warranty.
Your Cuisinart® PurePrecision Pour-Over Thermal Coffee Brewer has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use only in 120-volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well as use with accessories, replacement parts, repair services other than those authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, or other than ordinary household use. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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 at 1-800-726 0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, the product is serviced with the correct parts, and to ensure that the product is still under warranty.
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