INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
DCC-2650 Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of fire or electric
shock to persons.
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 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.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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.
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 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.
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.
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CONTENTS
THE QUEST
Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . .4
The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee. . . . .4
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Before Brewing Your First Pot . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Programming Your Coffeemaker . . . . . . . . . . .7
Making Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Brew Pause™ Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Charcoal Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
FOR THE PERFECT
CUP OF COFFEE
Element 1: Water
Coffee is 98% water. The quality of that
water is as important as the quality of
your coffee. If water doesn’t taste good
from the tap, it won’t taste good in your
coffee. Cuisinart includes a charcoal
water filter to remove chlorine, bad
tastes and odors, for the purest coffee
flavor, every time you brew.
Element 2: Coffee
While coffee is 98% water, all of the
flavor comes from the beans. To
achieve the same great taste you enjoy
at a coffee bar, you need to use the
same quality of coffee. If you choose to
grind your own beans, buy them fresh
and whole. Buy only about a two-week
supply at a time, because once the
bean is broken, its flavor degrades
quickly.
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IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat
surface.
2. Remove the instruction book and any
other literature.
Element 3: Grind
The grind is critical for proper flavor
extraction. If the grind is too fine, over-
extraction and bitterness will result. Too
fine a grind may also clog the filter. If
grind is too coarse, the water will pass
through too quickly and the maximum
flavor will not be extracted. When
grinding your own beans, we
3. Turn the box so that the back side of
the coffeemaker is down and slide the
coffeemaker from the box.
4. After the coffeemaker has been
removed, place the box out of the way
and lift off the two pulp inserts.
5. Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove
it from the heating plate, and remove
the polybag.
recommend a medium grind.
Element 4: Proportion
Add 1 scoop of ground coffee
6. Remove the polybag covering the
coffeemaker.
(1 scoop = 1 tablespoon = ~6 grams)
per cup (1 cup = 5 fl. oz.). You may wish
to adjust this amount according to your
personal taste. Do not use more than
15 scoops (15 tablespoons).
Save all packing materials in case you have
to ship the machine in the future.
KEEP ALL PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM
CHILDREN.
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11. Ready Tone (not shown)
Signals the end of the brew cycle
with five beeps.
12. Brew Pause™
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Extreme Brew™ (not shown)
Our re-engineered brewing technology
lets you enjoy hot, fresh coffee up to
25% faster!
Stops flow of coffee from basket when
carafe is removed from the heater plate, so
a cup can be poured in mid-brew.
2. Reservoir Cover
Flips back for easy filling.
13. 12-Cup Glass Carafe
3. Water Reservoir with Water Level
Indicator Window (not shown)
The easy-pour, no-drip 12-cup carafe has
an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee
markings for two to twelve cups.
4. Showerhead (not shown)
Distributes water evenly over coffee,
reducing temperature loss as water
passes through grounds.
14. Adjustable Temperature Control
Allows you to keep brewed coffee at
desired temperature.
5. Charcoal Water Filter Holder
15. Heating Plate
Holds filter firmly in place.
Scratch resistant with black,
nonstick coating.
6. Charcoal Water Filter (see page 8)
Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine,
calcium and bad tastes and odors from tap
water.
16. Cord Storage (not shown)
17. Power Loss Back-up System (not shown)
One-minute protection in case a breaker
trips, the unit is unplugged, or the power
fails. It holds all programmed informa-
tion, including time of day, Auto On time
and Auto Off time.
7. Filter Basket
Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
8. Filter Basket Holder
9. Permanent Gold Tone
Commercial Style Filter
18. Measuring Scoop
Eliminates the need for paper filters.
NOTE: Some fine grounds may flow
through the filter and appear as sedi-
ment in the carafe.
19. BPA-Free (not shown)
All parts that come in contact with coffee
or liquid are BPA-free.
10. Control Panel
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See detailed illustration, page 6.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL
Detailed programming and use instructions are on pages 7 and 8.
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1. On/Off Button
8. Function Knob
a. PROG
Use to turn your coffeemaker on and off.
Works in tandem with the Function knob.
Select to program Auto On time.
Coffeemaker can be programmed to
automatically start brewing up to 24
hours in advance.
2. Clock Display
Displays time of day, Auto On and Auto
Off times.
b. AUTO ON
Select to automatically start brewing
coffee at the programmed time.
3. Hour and Minute Buttons
Use to set hours and minutes for time
of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
c. AUTO OFF
Select to program your coffeemaker to
automatically shut off up to 4 hours
after brewing.
4. Strength Selector
Regular and Bold buttons let you choose
the intensity of coffee flavor you prefer.
d. BREW
Select to begin brew cycle when On
button is pressed.
5. 1–4 Cup Setting
Improves extraction, flavor and
temperature when brewing fewer
than 5 cups.
e. CLOCK
Select to program time of day.
f. AUDIBLE TONE (not shown)
A tone sounds 5 times when brew
cycle is complete (coffee may continue
to stream from the filter for a few
seconds after tone).
6. Self-Clean Setting
Indicates time to clean coffeemaker to
remove calcium buildup.
7. Carafe Temperature Knob
Set the heater plate to Low (L), Medium
(M), or High (H) to keep coffee in the
carafe at the temperature you prefer.
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NOTE: To start brew time at the same
time the next day, simply make sure the
Function knob is on AUTO ON and press
and release On/Off button once more.
Green Auto On light will go on.
BEFORE BREWING YOUR
FIRST POT OF COFFEE
During the manufacturing process, dust
can get trapped in your coffeemaker. We
recommend flushing out the system
before brewing your first pot of coffee.
Simply fill the reservoir and power on the
unit. (See steps #2 and #6 in MAKING
COFFEE instructions, below). DO NOT
ADD COFFEE!
SETTING THE AUTO OFF TIME
Turn the Function Knob to AUTO OFF
Follow directions under SETTING THE
CLOCK (above) to program your
coffeemaker to shut off from 0 to 4 hours
after brew cycle is finished.
Once you’ve done that, brew a pot of real
coffee and get ready to enjoy Cuisinart at
its best!
MAKING COFFEE
Follow instructions in “Before Brewing
Your First Pot of Coffee” in previous
section and get ready to start enjoying
your coffee up to 25% faster.
PROGRAMMING YOUR
COFFEEMAKER
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the coffeemaker is plugged in,
12:00 will appear until you set the time.
1. Insert charcoal water filter
Follow directions for the preparation and
insertion of the filter on page 8.
Turn the Function knob to CLOCK
Hold down the Hour or Minute button until
the clock begins flashing. Press either
button to select the desired time. Hold
buttons down to scroll through the digits, or
press and release to advance one digit at a
time. When scrolling, the numbers will
advance slowly and then speed up. When
the number displayed approaches the
desired time, press and release to advance
one digit at a time. Be sure the PM
2. Fill the water reservoir
indicator is on if a PM time is desired.
Open the reservoir cover by lifting it up.
Pour in the desired amount of water
using the water level indicator located at
the side of the coffeemaker window.
SETTING THE AUTO ON TIME
When you turn the Function knob to PROG,
it displays a previously selected Auto On
time or the default time (12:00pm).
3. Set preferences
a. Push the 1–4 cup button if you are
brewing fewer than 5 cups.
1. Turn the Function knob to PROG
Follow directions under SETTING THE
CLOCK (above) to program your start-
brew time.
b. Press Regular or Bold button to select
flavor strength.*
c. Turn the Carafe Temperature knob to
Low (L), Medium (M), or High (H) and
heater plate will keep coffee at the tem-
perature you select.*
2. Turn the Function knob to AUTO ON
LCD will display the current time.
3. Press and release On/Off button
A green light indicates that coffeemaker
is in AUTO ON mode. A red light will
come on when brew cycle begins. Both
lights will go off when Keep Warm cycle
ends.
*Features will remain at selected settings
until you change them.
4. Add the ground coffee
Remove the filter basket by grasping the
handle and lifting straight up, and then
place it on the countertop. Insert a #4
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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 1 scoop of
ground coffee per cup. Adjust the
amount according to taste.
CHARCOAL WATER FILTER
Your coffeemaker comes with a
charcoal water filter that eliminates
chlorine, bad tastes and odors from
tap water.
NOTE: The maximum capacity for
ground coffee is 15 scoops
Inserting the Water Filter
(15 tablespoons) for this coffeemaker.
Exceeding this amount may cause over-
flow if the coffee is too finely ground.
• Remove the filter from polybag and
soak it, fully immersed, in cold tap
water for 15 minutes.
Replace the filter basket in the filter bas-
ket holder and press firmly on cover to
be sure it closes securely.
• Lift the water filter holder out of the
water reservoir.
• Press down on the filter compartment
and pull toward you to open.
5. Before brewing coffee
Make sure the glass carafe is in
position on the heating plate and the
top cover is closed. Plug the cord
into an electrical outlet.
• Place filter into the holder and snap
it closed. Be careful – improper
placement can tear the filter skin.
6. Power unit on
• Flush filter by running cold tap water
through holes in bottom of
compartment for 10 seconds.
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 (see page 7) and the green indi-
cator will light.
• 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.
7. After brewing
When the brewing cycle has been
completed, five beeps will sound. Coffee
will continue to stream from the filter for
several seconds.
NOTE: We recommend
changing the water filter
every 60 days or after
60 uses, and more
often if you have
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.
hard water.
Replacement filters can
be purchased in
stores, by calling
Cuisinart Customer
Service, or at
Note: Reservoir cover may be hot during
and directly after brewing. Wait at least
10 minutes before opening.
com.
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 carafe for more than 20
seconds may cause filter basket to overflow.
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filter from the water filter holder located in
the water reservoir.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
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
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.
reservoir to capacity with a mixture of 1⁄
3
white vinegar and 2⁄ water. Press the Clean
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button. When the 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 five beeps sound, the
coffeemaker will shut off. Turn the
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 heating 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.
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.
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.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh
cleansers on any part of the coffeemaker.
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
housing can be washed off with soap and
water or a nonabrasive cleaning solution.
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.
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.
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 Extreme
Brew™ 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.
NOTE: Before decalcifying your coffeemaker,
remember to remove the charcoal water
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This warranty expressly excludes 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 does not cover any damage caused
by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary
household use.
This warranty is available to consumers only.
You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart®
Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup Programmable
Coffeemaker 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.
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.
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.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Extreme Brew™
12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker will be free
of defects in materials and workmanship under
normal home use for 3 years from the date of
original purchase.
The retail store shall then, at its discretion, 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
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 in order to obtain the warranty benefits.
In the event that you do not have proof of purchase
date, the purchase date for purposes of this
warranty will be the date of manufacture.
If your Cuisinart® Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker should prove to be
defective within the warranty period, we will repair
it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain
warranty service, simply call our toll-free number,
1-800-726-0190, for additional information from
our Customer Service Representatives, or send the
defective product to Customer Service at Cuisinart,
7811 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307.
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.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return,
please enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of
the product.
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the
repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for
such products under warranty.
Please pay by check or money order (California
residents need only supply proof of purchase and
should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions).
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR
CUISINART PRODUCT
If you are experiencing problems with your
Cuisinart product, we suggest that you call our
Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190
before returning the product to be serviced.
If servicing is needed, a representative can confirm
whether the product is under warranty and direct
you to the nearest service location.
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. Please be sure to
include your return address, daytime phone
number, description of the product defect, product
model number (located on bottom of product),
original date of purchase, and any other
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 serviced with
the correct parts, and the product is still under
warranty.
information pertinent to the product’s return.
Your Cuisinart® Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemaker has been
manufactured to the strictest specifications and
has been designed for use with the authorized
accessories and replacement parts.
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