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Details Extreme Brew technology, showerhead, reservoir, filter holder, and filter basket.
Introduces the control panel, ready tone, Brew Pause™, and adjustable temperature control.
Controls the coffeemaker's power state and works with the Function knob.
Controls programming, auto functions, brew cycle, clock setting, and audible tone.
Instructions on how to set the current time of day on the coffeemaker.
Guide to programming the coffeemaker to start brewing automatically.
Instructions for programming the auto shut-off feature.
Instructions for preparing and inserting the charcoal water filter.
Instructions for cleaning the reservoir, filter basket, carafe, and base unit.
The Cuisinart Extreme Brew™ 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, DCC-2650 Series, is designed to provide a fast and convenient coffee brewing experience, delivering hot, fresh coffee up to 25% faster than traditional coffeemakers. This appliance is equipped with a range of features aimed at optimizing flavor, ease of use, and maintenance, ensuring a high-quality cup of coffee every time.
At its core, the coffeemaker focuses on the four key elements of a perfect cup: water, coffee, grind, and proportion. It addresses water quality by including a charcoal water filter, which effectively removes chlorine, bad tastes, and odors from tap water, ensuring the purest possible base for your coffee. For coffee itself, the manual emphasizes using fresh, whole beans and grinding them just before brewing, recommending a medium grind for optimal flavor extraction without bitterness or clogging. The proportion is guided by a standard of one scoop (approximately 1 tablespoon or 6 grams) of ground coffee per 5 fl. oz. cup, with a maximum capacity of 15 scoops for the 12-cup carafe.
The coffeemaker's design prioritizes user convenience. It features a reservoir cover that flips back for easy filling of the water reservoir, which also includes a water level indicator window to help users pour the desired amount. The showerhead design ensures water is distributed evenly over the coffee grounds, minimizing temperature loss during the brewing process. For filtering, the unit accommodates either a standard #4 paper filter or its included permanent gold-tone commercial-style filter, offering flexibility based on user preference. A charcoal water filter holder keeps the filter firmly in place within the reservoir.
The control panel is intuitively designed, featuring an On/Off button to power the coffeemaker, a clear clock display that shows the time of day, Auto On, and Auto Off times, and Hour and Minute buttons for easy time setting. Users can customize their coffee strength with Regular and Bold buttons, allowing them to choose the intensity of their brew. For smaller batches, a 1-4 Cup Setting improves extraction, flavor, and temperature when brewing fewer than five cups. The Self-Clean setting illuminates to indicate when the coffeemaker needs cleaning to remove calcium buildup, simplifying maintenance. Additionally, a Carafe Temperature knob allows users to set the heating plate to Low (L), Medium (M), or High (H), ensuring the brewed coffee stays at the preferred temperature.
The Function knob is central to programming, offering several modes: PROG for setting the Auto On time up to 24 hours in advance, AUTO ON to automatically start brewing at the programmed time, AUTO OFF to program the coffeemaker to shut off up to four hours after brewing, BREW to initiate an immediate brew cycle, and CLOCK for setting the current time of day. An audible tone sounds five times to signal the completion of the brew cycle.
A notable feature is the Brew Pause™ function, which temporarily stops the flow of coffee from the basket when the carafe is removed, allowing users to pour a cup mid-brew. However, the manual advises against removing the carafe for more than 20 seconds to prevent overflow and notes that using this feature may slightly weaken the flavor strength of the finished pot due to differences in flavor extraction throughout the brewing cycle.
Maintenance is straightforward, with clear instructions for cleaning. The filter basket, carafe, and carafe lid are dishwasher-safe (upper rack only) or can be washed by hand with warm, soapy water. The base unit should never be immersed in water; instead, it can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. The charcoal water filter needs to be changed every 60 days or after 60 uses, or more frequently in areas with hard water, to maintain optimal water quality.
Decalcification is an important aspect of long-term maintenance. The coffeemaker's flashing Clean light serves as a reminder to decalcify the unit, indicating calcium buildup that can affect performance and coffee flavor. The process involves filling the reservoir with a mixture of white vinegar and water, then activating the Clean mode. This ensures the metal parts remain free of mineral deposits, preserving the coffeemaker's efficiency and the quality of your coffee. The power loss back-up system provides a minute of protection for programmed settings in case of a power interruption, ensuring convenience is maintained even in minor electrical mishaps. All parts that come into contact with coffee or liquid are BPA-free, reflecting a commitment to safety and health.
General| Type | Drip Coffee Maker |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 12 cups |
| Brew Strength Control | Yes |
| Programmable | Yes |
| Auto Shutoff | Yes |
| Carafe Type | Glass |
| Weight | 6.5 pounds |
| Special Features | Extreme Brew Technology |
| Brewing Options | Regular, Bold |
| Programmable Features | Auto on/off |
| Water Filtration | Yes |
| Color | Black |
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