Cuisinart CHW12P1 User Manual

Decalcification:
Cleaning Your Hot Water System:
Cleaning Your Coffeemaker:
Filter basket, carafe and lid.
Turn unit off and remove plug from outlet.
Wash filter basket, carafe and lid in warm, soapy water and rinse
thoroughly, or clean in upper rack of dishwasher. Dry after use.
Wipe area under the filter basket with a damp cloth. NOTE: DO NOT PUT
ANY WATER IN THE UNIT ONCE FILTER BASKET IS REMOVED.
To clean base, wipe with damp cloth.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleaners on any parts of the
coffeemaker. Never immerse base of unit in water.
A flashing Clean light indicates unit needs to be decalcified. Fill the water reservoir to
capacity with 1/3 cup of white vinegar and 2/3 cup of water. Press the Clean button; when
light comes on, turn Coffeemaker on. Five beeps sound when Clean cycle is complete; unit
will shut off. Turn unit back on and if Clean light flashes, repeat process; if not, run a brew
cycle with water only. Unit is then ready to use
We recommend you decalcify your hot water system twice a year.
Dispense any water in your reservoir until the Add Water light flashes. Add 32 ounces of
white vinegar. Dispense 16 ounces of vinegar and discard; this will fill the inner tank. Let unit
sit for 20 minutes, then turn to Off and allow hot vinegar to cool. Drain internal reservoir over
sink by removing water release tab on bottom of unit. When vinegar has completely drained,
replace tab. Refill reservoir with water and drain water as directed above. Unit is now ready
to use.
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Please see reverse side for setup and use instructions.

Cuisinart CHW12P1 Specifications

General

Brand	Cuisinart
Model	CHW12P1
Category	Coffee Maker
Language	English

Summary

Cleaning Your Coffeemaker

Filter Basket, Carafe, and Lid Cleaning

Wash filter basket, carafe, and lid in warm, soapy water or dishwasher.

Coffeemaker Base Cleaning

Wipe the base and area under the filter basket with a damp cloth. Do not immerse.

Decalcification and Hot Water System Cleaning

Decalcification Process

Use vinegar and water mixture to descale the unit when the Clean light flashes.

Hot Water System Cleaning

Decalcify the hot water system twice a year using vinegar and water.

Programming Your Cuisinart Coffeemaker

Setting the Clock Time

Turn knob to CLOCK, press Hour/Minute buttons to set desired time.

Programming Auto On Feature

Set desired brew start time using PROG function and AUTO ON button.

Programming Auto Off Feature

Set coffeemaker to shut off 0-4 hours after brew cycle is finished.

Coffeemaker Setup and Operation

Install Charcoal Water Filter

Soak filter for 15 minutes and insert into water filter holder.

Add Water and Coffee Grounds

Add water to reservoir and coffee grounds to filter basket.

Secure Components and Set Temperature

Ensure lid is closed, set carafe temperature.

Start Brewing Cycle

Turn knob to BREW, press On/Off button to start brewing.

Hot Water System Setup and Operation

Install Charcoal Water Filter

Soak filter for 15 minutes and insert into water filter holder.

Fill and Activate Hot Water System

Fill reservoir, press On/Off button for Water Ready indicator.

Dispense Hot Water

Unlock, place cup, press lever to dispense 10 oz. hot water.