The Instant® Infusion Brew Plus 12-Cup Coffee Maker is a household appliance designed to brew delicious, smooth coffee with maximum flavor and customization. This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Function Description:

The Instant® Infusion Brew Plus is a 12-cup coffee maker that utilizes an innovative showerhead dispenser and a pre-infusion process to extract maximum flavor from coffee grounds. The pre-infusion process gently soaks the ground coffee evenly with filtered water before brewing, which begins automatically during all brewing programs. The device allows for customization of brew strength and batch size, and includes an auto-brew timer for scheduled brewing. A warming plate keeps coffee hot for an extended period after brewing.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model: DCM-1100
Volume: 60 oz / 1774 mL water reservoir capacity
Wattage: 1400 W
Power: 120V/60Hz
Weight: 6.57 lb (2.98 kg)
Dimensions: 14.1 inches (H) x 6.9 inches (W) x 14.4 inches (D) (35.9 cm H x 17.6 cm W x 36.6 cm D)
Capacity: 12-cup glass carafe
Filter Type: Gold-Tone permanent coffee filter (or #4 cone paper filter)
Water Filtration: Integrated Carbon Filter

Usage Features:

The coffee maker features a user-friendly control panel with several buttons for various functions:

Clock/Display: Shows the current time and other settings.
Cancel: Stops the current brewing cycle or exits reminder mode.
Start: Initiates the brewing process.
Bold Setting: Allows users to select a stronger, richer coffee flavor by increasing brewing time. The button illuminates when selected.
Small Batch (1-4 cups): Adjusts the brew process for smaller quantities (fewer than 5 cups) to ensure full flavor and reduce waste. The button illuminates when selected.
Warming Plate: Automatically activates after brewing to keep coffee hot. Default warming is set for 2 hours on High temperature, but can be adjusted up to 4 hours and to Low, Medium, or High temperature settings.
Auto-Brew/Timer: Enables scheduling of brewing up to 24 hours in advance.
Hours (H) and Minutes (M) buttons: Used to set the clock and auto-brew timer.

Brewing Process:

Preparation: Remove the water reservoir, fill it with clean, cold water up to the desired level (MAX fill line is 60 oz/12 cups). Grind coffee beans to a medium or medium-fine consistency if not using pre-ground coffee.
Assembly: Place the removable brew basket into its holder, insert the gold-tone coffee filter (or a #4 cone paper filter), and add the desired amount of ground coffee. Close the coffee maker lid.
Settings: Choose preferred brew strength (Bold or Classic) and batch size (Small Batch for 1-4 cups, or off for full carafe).
Start Brewing: Press the Start button for immediate brewing or use the Auto-Brew/Timer to set a delayed start time.
Pre-Infusion: The coffee maker automatically performs a pre-infusion cycle, pausing briefly to saturate the coffee grounds before continuing to brew.
Warming: After brewing, the warming plate activates to keep coffee hot.

Coffee Measurement Chart (Medium-Fine Grind):

Small Batch (4 cups): 4 rounded scoops or 6 Tbsp. coffee to 4-cup line water.
Full Carafe (6 cups): 6 rounded scoops or 9 Tbsp. (or 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp.) coffee to 6-cup line water.
Full Carafe (8 cups): 8 rounded scoops or 12 Tbsp. (or 3/4 cup) coffee to 8-cup line water.
Full Carafe (10 cups): 10 rounded scoops or 15 Tbsp. (or 3/4 cup + 3 Tbsp.) coffee to 10-cup line water.
Full Carafe (12 cups): 12 rounded scoops or 18 Tbsp. (or 1 cup + 2 Tbsp.) coffee to 12-cup line water.

Maintenance Features:

Regular cleaning and descaling are essential for optimal performance and flavor.

Cleaning before first use: Handwash the glass carafe, water reservoir, coffee filter, and brew basket with warm water and dish soap. Wipe the coffee maker base and control panel with a damp cloth.
Integrated Carbon Filter: The filter cartridge should be replaced every 60 days. To assemble/install, soak the filter cartridge in cool water for 10 minutes, place it into the filter base, and snap the top handle to enclose it. Then, press the assembled filter into the port at the bottom of the water reservoir.
Regular Cleaning:
- Removable water reservoir: Hand wash with dish soap and warm water. Not dishwasher safe.
- Glass carafe: Remove and hand wash with dish soap and warm water or place in the top rack of a dishwasher.
- Removable brew basket: Remove and hand wash with dish soap and warm water or place in the top rack of a dishwasher.
- Gold-Tone coffee Filter: Remove and hand wash with dish soap and warm water or place in the top rack of a dishwasher.
- Coffee maker / LED panel: Use a damp dish cloth to clean the outside.
- Power cord: DO NOT fold power cord when storing.
Descaling / Removing Mineral Deposits: After 90 cycles, the Bold and Small Batch buttons will flash to remind you to clean and descale.
1. Combine cleaner (Household descaler 1:4 water, or Citric acid 3:100 water) and water, fill the water reservoir to MAX line.
2. Place the glass carafe under the brew basket, ensure lid is closed.
3. Press and hold the Hours and Minutes buttons for 3 seconds to start the cleaning cycle.
4. Discard the hot cleaning mixture.
5. Rinse the water reservoir and fill it with cool, clean water.
6. Repeat step 3 to flush with clean water.
7. Discard the water from the carafe. The unit is now clean.

Safety Precautions:

Operate on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
DO NOT place near hot gas/electric burners or heated ovens.
DO NOT move while in operation.
DO NOT use outdoors.
DO NOT fill past the waterline or with mineral water, milk, or other liquids; only use clean, cold water.
DO NOT operate without water.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands.
DO NOT open the top cover during or immediately after brewing due to extremely hot contents. Allow to cool.
Unplug when not in use and before cleaning.
DO NOT immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
Use a polarized outlet.
DO NOT tamper with safety mechanisms or attempt repairs.
Keep appliance and cord away from children.

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