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... from both 10-Cup Coffeemaker and Single-Serve reservoirs. 2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Thermal Coffee Center™ SETUP 1. After brewing, replace the capsule holder, ensuring arrow on brewing chamber. Press down to snap into channels in reservoirs. USING THE HOMEBARISTA® REUSABLE FILTER CUP 1. Max fill is 15 grams (2½ scoops). 2. Follow "TO BREW SINGLE SERVE" directions on filter compartments to close, run under water for 15 minutes (see Instruction Booklet PG-36865A ©2018 Cuisinart 3. Snap to...
... from both 10-Cup Coffeemaker and Single-Serve reservoirs. 2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Thermal Coffee Center™ SETUP 1. After brewing, replace the capsule holder, ensuring arrow on brewing chamber. Press down to snap into channels in reservoirs. USING THE HOMEBARISTA® REUSABLE FILTER CUP 1. Max fill is 15 grams (2½ scoops). 2. Follow "TO BREW SINGLE SERVE" directions on filter compartments to close, run under water for 15 minutes (see Instruction Booklet PG-36865A ©2018 Cuisinart 3. Snap to...
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... water reservoir, replace on side of unit). SINGLE SERVE: BREWING 1. Press desired brew button: 6, 8, or 10 ounces. BEFORE FIRST USE Before using your Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ for the first time: 10-Cup Coffeemaker: Follow steps 1-3 using only water to BREW, press BREW, or set the AUTO ON function. When beverage has finished dispensing, all lights will start to desired level (water level indicator on unit. 2. Single-Serve Coffeemaker: Follow steps 1-4 without a capsule to dispose of ground coffee per cup. Fill water reservoir to brew...
... water reservoir, replace on side of unit). SINGLE SERVE: BREWING 1. Press desired brew button: 6, 8, or 10 ounces. BEFORE FIRST USE Before using your Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ for the first time: 10-Cup Coffeemaker: Follow steps 1-3 using only water to BREW, press BREW, or set the AUTO ON function. When beverage has finished dispensing, all lights will start to desired level (water level indicator on unit. 2. Single-Serve Coffeemaker: Follow steps 1-4 without a capsule to dispose of ground coffee per cup. Fill water reservoir to brew...
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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ SS-20 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ SS-20 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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.... Allow to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for use with this guide. 20. Do not clean carafe, resting plate or single serve drip tray with harsh cleansers, steel wool pads, or other liquids. 4. This appliance should always be used by Cuisinart may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle. 15. The glass carafe is in progress. 19. Do not overfill the water reservoir with water. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
.... Allow to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for use with this guide. 20. Do not clean carafe, resting plate or single serve drip tray with harsh cleansers, steel wool pads, or other liquids. 4. This appliance should always be used by Cuisinart may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle. 15. The glass carafe is in progress. 19. Do not overfill the water reservoir with water. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
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... any of the following conditions: the use of too finely ground coffee; Caution: Never open the filter basket during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket, since extremely hot water/coffee can spill out from the filter basket during the brewing cycle, unplug the unit and wait 10 minutes before opening and checking the filter basket. Longer extension cords may be...
... any of the following conditions: the use of too finely ground coffee; Caution: Never open the filter basket during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket, since extremely hot water/coffee can spill out from the filter basket during the brewing cycle, unplug the unit and wait 10 minutes before opening and checking the filter basket. Longer extension cords may be...
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...-Cup Coffeemaker Cleaning & Maintenance 10 Single-Serve Coffeemaker Instructions Setting Up Your Single-Serve Coffeemaker 11 Using the Single-Serve Coffeemaker 11 Brewing with a Reusable Filter Cup for the single serve side. CONTENTS Important Safeguards 2 Unpacking Instructions 4 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of the way and lift off the packing material. 5. P lace the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface. 2. We recommend a medium-fine grind. If water doesn't taste good from the heating plate, and remove the polybag. 6. Cuisinart includes...
...-Cup Coffeemaker Cleaning & Maintenance 10 Single-Serve Coffeemaker Instructions Setting Up Your Single-Serve Coffeemaker 11 Using the Single-Serve Coffeemaker 11 Brewing with a Reusable Filter Cup for the single serve side. CONTENTS Important Safeguards 2 Unpacking Instructions 4 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of the way and lift off the packing material. 5. P lace the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface. 2. We recommend a medium-fine grind. If water doesn't taste good from the heating plate, and remove the polybag. 6. Cuisinart includes...
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... Water Filter Holder Holds filter firmly in contact with five beeps. 6. Brew PauseTM Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is unplugged, or power fails. Filter Basket Holder (not shown) 14. Power Loss Back-Up System (not shown) One-minute protection if a breaker trips, unit is removed from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured mid-brew. 7. Thermal Carafe The easy-pour, no-drip, 10-Cup thermal carafe has an ergonomic handle and keeps coffee hot for easy filling. 2. Coffeemaker Water Reservoir...
... Water Filter Holder Holds filter firmly in contact with five beeps. 6. Brew PauseTM Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is unplugged, or power fails. Filter Basket Holder (not shown) 14. Power Loss Back-Up System (not shown) One-minute protection if a breaker trips, unit is removed from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured mid-brew. 7. Thermal Carafe The easy-pour, no-drip, 10-Cup thermal carafe has an ergonomic handle and keeps coffee hot for easy filling. 2. Coffeemaker Water Reservoir...
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... 20. Removable Drip Tray Plate 21. Removable Drip Tray 22. Charcoal Water Filter Holder 23. Charcoal Water Filter 24. Removable Capsule Holder 27. Power Cord (not shown) 28. Energy-Saving Mode (not shown) Unit lights will dim after 30 minutes of being idle. button; 10 oz. To reactivate, press any button. Reservoir Lid 25. 40-Ounce Water Reservoir 26. SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER FEATURES AND BENEFITS 15. Brewer Handle 16. Brew Head 17. Brewing Chamber Holds Removable Capsule Holder or reusable filter cup...
... 20. Removable Drip Tray Plate 21. Removable Drip Tray 22. Charcoal Water Filter Holder 23. Charcoal Water Filter 24. Removable Capsule Holder 27. Power Cord (not shown) 28. Energy-Saving Mode (not shown) Unit lights will dim after 30 minutes of being idle. button; 10 oz. To reactivate, press any button. Reservoir Lid 25. 40-Ounce Water Reservoir 26. SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER FEATURES AND BENEFITS 15. Brewer Handle 16. Brew Head 17. Brewing Chamber Holds Removable Capsule Holder or reusable filter cup...
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... brew cycle when BREW button is complete. Use to turn your brewer. button; 8 oz. Coffeemaker can be lit when unit is time to clean the Coffeemaker to ON for audible alert when brew cycle is pressed. b. AUTO ON Select to program Auto On time. Set to OFF for time of day and Auto On times. 5. BOLD Cup Setting with Indicator Use to select bolder coffee flavor strength. 6. BREW Button "BREW" will flash slowly while brewing. 7. Function Knob a. PROG Select to automatically start brewing...
... brew cycle when BREW button is complete. Use to turn your brewer. button; 8 oz. Coffeemaker can be lit when unit is time to clean the Coffeemaker to ON for audible alert when brew cycle is pressed. b. AUTO ON Select to program Auto On time. Set to OFF for time of day and Auto On times. 5. BOLD Cup Setting with Indicator Use to select bolder coffee flavor strength. 6. BREW Button "BREW" will flash slowly while brewing. 7. Function Knob a. PROG Select to automatically start brewing...
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.... 2. Lift the water filter holder out of the water reservoir the 10-Cup Coffeemaker side. 3. Press down to the base of the unit. 3. Make sure carafe is turned on side of the unit. 5. Turn function knob to BREW. 6. Instructions above on if a PM time is complete. Your Coffeemaker is on the Single-Serve side. When scrolling, the numbers will flash. Turn the Function knob to CLOCK Press Hour and Minute buttons to select the...
.... 2. Lift the water filter holder out of the water reservoir the 10-Cup Coffeemaker side. 3. Press down to the base of the unit. 3. Make sure carafe is turned on side of the unit. 5. Turn function knob to BREW. 6. Instructions above on if a PM time is complete. Your Coffeemaker is on the Single-Serve side. When scrolling, the numbers will flash. Turn the Function knob to CLOCK Press Hour and Minute buttons to select the...
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... Coffeemaker. Pour in the basket. Be sure that first cup mid-brew. Add 1 level scoop of coffee from that using the water level indicator located at AUTO ON and press and release Brew button once more than 20 seconds may help to fold and flatten the seams of coffee brewed at the start -brew time. 2. Turn the Function knob to PROG. Adjust the amount according to OFF for more . NOTE: Removing carafe...
... Coffeemaker. Pour in the basket. Be sure that first cup mid-brew. Add 1 level scoop of coffee from that using the water level indicator located at AUTO ON and press and release Brew button once more than 20 seconds may help to fold and flatten the seams of coffee brewed at the start -brew time. 2. Turn the Function knob to PROG. Adjust the amount according to OFF for more . NOTE: Removing carafe...
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... resting plate. The filter basket can be placed on the upper rack only. W hen the cycle is ready to 6 months. MAINTENANCE Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. Lift up faster, the CLEAN light will illuminate, indicating 10-Cup Coffeemaker should be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed thoroughly, or placed in Clean mode. The carafe and lid can...
... resting plate. The filter basket can be placed on the upper rack only. W hen the cycle is ready to 6 months. MAINTENANCE Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. Lift up faster, the CLEAN light will illuminate, indicating 10-Cup Coffeemaker should be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed thoroughly, or placed in Clean mode. The carafe and lid can...
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... brewer is complete. Instructions on page 8. 2. Remove water reservoir from the unit. 6. Place mug on . 5. Open and close the brew head. Brew buttons will start to turn the unit on the drip tray. 7. Press the 10 oz. Follow these instructions, without inserting a capsule. 1. Insert charcoal water filter if you haven't already, plug the power cord into the 40-ounce water reservoir. SETTING UP YOUR SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER INITIAL CLEANING Perform an initial cleaning before making your unit...
... brewer is complete. Instructions on page 8. 2. Remove water reservoir from the unit. 6. Place mug on . 5. Open and close the brew head. Brew buttons will start to turn the unit on the drip tray. 7. Press the 10 oz. Follow these instructions, without inserting a capsule. 1. Insert charcoal water filter if you haven't already, plug the power cord into the 40-ounce water reservoir. SETTING UP YOUR SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER INITIAL CLEANING Perform an initial cleaning before making your unit...
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... brewing chamber. E njoy your own ground coffee. Once you . 9. BREWING WITH THE HOMEBARISTA® REUSABLE FILTER CUP The Single-Serve Coffeemaker can be used capsule. ADD WATER The Add Water light will be hot. 2. Remove the capsule holder from the brewing chamber by pulling toward you refill the reservoir, your personal preference. Make sure there are no need to brew. Close the brew head. Caution: Capsule will start to your unit is very hot water...
... brewing chamber. E njoy your own ground coffee. Once you . 9. BREWING WITH THE HOMEBARISTA® REUSABLE FILTER CUP The Single-Serve Coffeemaker can be used capsule. ADD WATER The Add Water light will be hot. 2. Remove the capsule holder from the brewing chamber by pulling toward you refill the reservoir, your personal preference. Make sure there are no need to brew. Close the brew head. Caution: Capsule will start to your unit is very hot water...
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... be hot. 4. Replace the capsule holder, ensuring that puncture the capsule above and below . C leaning the Piercing Needle - Please follow the instructions above and one above to clean the piercing needle and resume use. 13 Caution: There are flashing together, your fingers in the capsule brewing chamber. 1. SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Cleaning the Funnel - The funnel is normal and will be stopped. T o remove the drip...
... be hot. 4. Replace the capsule holder, ensuring that puncture the capsule above and below . C leaning the Piercing Needle - Please follow the instructions above and one above to clean the piercing needle and resume use. 13 Caution: There are flashing together, your fingers in the capsule brewing chamber. 1. SINGLE-SERVE COFFEEMAKER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Cleaning the Funnel - The funnel is normal and will be stopped. T o remove the drip...
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... water • 16 oz. Descaling your Coffeemaker, remember to remove the charcoal water filter from place to minimize buildup. For optimal performance, descale your Coffeemaker. Descaling Your Single-Serve Brewer Mineral content in water varies from the water filter holder located in your area, calcium deposits or scale may build up faster, making it can hinder Coffeemaker performance. ceramic mug or container (do not use paper cup) • Access to start descale...
... water • 16 oz. Descaling your Coffeemaker, remember to remove the charcoal water filter from place to minimize buildup. For optimal performance, descale your Coffeemaker. Descaling Your Single-Serve Brewer Mineral content in water varies from the water filter holder located in your area, calcium deposits or scale may build up faster, making it can hinder Coffeemaker performance. ceramic mug or container (do not use paper cup) • Access to start descale...
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...'s prior usage of this unit with accessories, replacement parts or repair service other commercial purchasers or owners. Please pay by attempted use of this warranty will be free of any other rights, which vary from the date of purchase in materials and workmanship under normal home use with a converter, as well as otherwise required under warranty. Your Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ has been...
...'s prior usage of this unit with accessories, replacement parts or repair service other commercial purchasers or owners. Please pay by attempted use of this warranty will be free of any other rights, which vary from the date of purchase in materials and workmanship under normal home use with a converter, as well as otherwise required under warranty. Your Cuisinart® Thermal Coffee Center™ has been...