Tips And Hints; Cleaning And Maintenance - Cuisinart DGB-400C Series Instruction Booklet

TIPS AND HINTS

• If you buy large portions of beans, separate
them into one- or two-week portions and
store them in airtight containers in the
freezer. Preserve freshness by minimizing
exposure to air, light, and moisture. Once
beans are removed from the freezer, keep
them in a sealed container at room
temperature, since damaging condensation
can occur when beans move from cold to
warmer temperatures.
• Some experts feel freezing dark-roast beans
can cause oils to coagulate; others disagree.
You'll have to decide that one for yourself!
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
COMPLETELY CLEAN AND DRY
ALL PARTS AFTER EVERY USE
Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the
plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Open the reservoir lid*. Remove the grinder
basket lid by using the recessed area on each
side of the lid. Then remove grinder basket.
Open filter basket door. Remove filter basket
cover, filter basket and filter basket holder. The
grinder basket, grinder basket lid, filter basket
and filter basket cover can be washed in warm,
soapy water and rinsed thoroughly, or cleaned in
the upper rack of the dishwasher. Dry all parts
after every use. Do not put any water in the
unit once the grinder basket has been
removed. Wipe the area under the grinder
basket with a damp cloth. If water gets into
the grinder motor, the motor may become
damaged and may malfunction. Once clean,
reverse the above steps. 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 scouring
agents or harsh cleansers on any part of the
coffeemaker. Never immerse base unit in water
or other liquids. To clean base, simply wipe with
a clean, damp cloth and dry before storing.
Wipe heating 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.
* NOTE: Reservoir lid can also be removed
for easy cleaning. Open the lid 60˚ and gently
pull toward you. To replace, reverse steps.
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 coffeemaker. The mineral content of the
tap water in your area and the frequency of use
affects the rate of the calcium buildup, which
can affect the functioning of your coffeemaker
and the flavour of your coffee.
For best performance from your coffeemaker,
we recommend cleaning it whenever the
CLEAN LED indicator lights up.
NOTE: Before decalcifying your unit,
remove the charcoal water filter from
the water reservoir.
To clean:
1. Fill the water reservoir to capacity with
a mixture of ¹⁄ ³ white vinegar and ²⁄ ³ water.
2. Press and hold the CLEAN button. When the
CLEAN LED indicator flashes, the coffeemaker
is in Clean mode. Release the button.
3. When the cycle is completed, 5 beeps will
sound and the coffeemaker will shut off.
4. If the CLEAN indicator illuminates once more,
repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh
solution of vinegar and water.
NOTE: One cleaning cycle is usually sufficient.
5. When the CLEAN indicator remains off,
run one cycle with a full reservoir of fresh,
cold water to rinse the unit.
6. Return the charcoal water filter to the holder
inside the water reservoir and your
coffeemaker is ready to brew!
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