cuisinart DCC-T20 Touchscreen 14-Cup Coffeemaker Instructions

: June 5, 2024
: Cuisinart

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
PROGRAMMING YOUR **COFFEEMAKER
MAKING COFFEE
BREW PA USE ™ FEATURE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY
Documents / Resources

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For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using it.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Always unplug from outlet when either the appliance or display clock is not in use and before cleaning. Allow cooling before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.
To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Center for examination, repair, and electrical or mechanical adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Always fill the water reservoir first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, push the brew/off button during brewing and Keep Warm or push the power i-con to shut down all the function icon light, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not use the appliance for other than it’s intended use.
Snap lid securely onto the carafe before serving any beverages.
Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.
The glass carafe is designed for use with this coffeemaker only. It must never be used on the range top.
Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or weakened handle.
Do not clean carafe or heating plate with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIRS SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
Do not place cloth beneath the coffeemaker or otherwise restrict airflow.
Use only the Cuisinart ® Gold-Tone Commercial-Style Filter or standard cone-shaped paper filter with this unit. OTHER GOLD-TONE PERMANENT
FILTERS MAY CAUSE THE COFFEEMAKER TO OVERFLOW.
Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
The lightning flash with the arrowhead the symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product’s
an enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or an electric shock to persons.
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.
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.
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.
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. Caution: Never open the filter basket during the brewing cycle, even if no water is draining from the filter basket because 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.

WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY

IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface
Remove literature.
Turn the box so that the back side of the coffeemaker is down and slide the coffeemaker from the box.
After the coffeemaker has been removed, place the box out of the way and lift off the left and right inserts.
Grasp the carafe by its handle, remove it from the heating plate, and remove the polybag.
Remove the polybag covering the coffeemaker. Save all packing materials in case you have to ship the machine in the future.

KEEP ALL PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

THE QUEST 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.
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 lter. If the 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 recommend a medium-fine grind.
ELEMENT 4: PROPORTION
Coffee that is too strong or too weak is always a disappointment. Follow the recommended portions of ground coffee in the instructions under MAKING COFFEE, and later adjust the amount to suit your taste.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Coffeemaker Lid Opens to access filter basket, water filter, and water reservoir.
Water Reservoir with Water Level Indicator Window (not shown)
Showerhead (not shown) Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through the grounds.
Charcoal Water Filter Holder Holds water filter firmly in place.
Charcoal Water Filter Eliminates chlorine, bad tastes and odor from tap water.
Filter Basket Holds a #4 paper filter OR a gold-tone filter (included).
Cuisinart ® Permanent Gold-Tone
Commercial-Style Filter Eliminates the need for paper filters.
NOTE: Some fine grounds may flow through the filter and appear as sediment in the carafe.
Touchscreen Control Panel
See detailed illustration, page 6.
Brew Pause ™
Stops the flow of coffee from the basket when the carafe is removed (20 seconds max) from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured mid-brew.
14-Cup Glass Carafe
The easy-pour carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for 4 to 14 cups.
60-Second Reset
(not shown) One-minute protection in case of breaker trips, the unit is unplugged, or the power fails. It holds all programmed information, including time of day, Auto On time, and Auto-Off time.
Measuring Scoop
BPA Free (not shown) All parts that come in contact with coffee or liquids are BPA free.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
TOUCHSCREEN CONTROL PANEL
Detailed programming and use instructions are on pages 8 and 9.

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Hour and Minute Icons
Use to set hours and minutes for a time of day, Auto On, and Auto-Off times.
Auto On Icon
Lets you program the coffeemaker to automatically begin brewing up to 24 hours in advance.
Bold Icon
Lets you choose bold or regular coffee strength; a white indicator appears when bold is selected.
Carafe Temperature Icon
Adjusts warming plate temperature to Low, Medium or High to keep freshly brewed coffee at the temperature you prefer.
1–4 Cup Icon
Adjusts brew process to maximize coffee flavor when brewing fewer than 5 cups. White indicator appears when function is selected.
Clean Icon
The indicator appears in red when it is time to decalcify your coffeemaker.
Brew/Off & Auto-Off Icon
Turns the coffeemaker on and off. Use the Auto-Off feature to program the time you want the coffeemaker to shut off – from 0 to 4 hours after brew cycle is finished.
Ready Tone Icon
Lets you turn an audible “Brew Cycle Finished” alert on or off.
LCD Clock Display
Displays time of day, Auto On and Auto Off times.
A. Low, Medium and High (L, M, H) warming plate indicators.
B. Ready Tone off icon appears when Ready Tone is off.
power/Wake Icon
Tap to wake up LCD touchscreen or put to sleep.

REVEAL SCREEN TECHNOLOGY
The control panel becomes invisible when unit is in idle mode – making this a statement piece in your kitchen. To select your options, simply touch the icon to wake up your screen and choose how you want to brew!

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BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE
Rinsing your coffeemaker: During the manufacturing process, dust can get trapped in the unit. We recommend flushing out the system before brewing your first pot of coffee. Simply fill the water reservoir, power on the unit, and follow steps 1, 3 and 5 on page 8 under MAKING COFFEE. Do not add coffee!
Charcoal Water Filter
Your coffeemaker comes with a charcoal water filter that eliminates chlorine, bad tastes and odors from tap water.
Inserting the Water Filter

Remove the filter from the polybag and soak it, fully immersed, in cold tap water for 15 minutes.
Lift the water filter holder out of the water reservoir.
Press down on the filter compartment and pull it toward you to open.
Place filter into the holder and snap it closed. Be careful – improper placement can tear the filter skin.
Flush filter by running cold tap water through holes in the bottom of the compartment for 10 seconds.
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.

Note: We recommend changing the water filter every 60 days or after 60 uses, and more often if you have hard water.
Replacement filters can be purchased in stores, by calling Cuisinart Consumer Service, or at www.cuisinart.com

PROGRAMMING YOUR **COFFEEMAKER

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SETTING THE CLOCK
When the coffeemaker is plugged in, the power icon and 12:00 will illuminate. Simply tap the power icon to view all options.
Setting Hours and Minutes
Press and hold either HR or MIN icons for 2 seconds until the clock starts to flash. Hold the icon down to scroll through the digits quickly, or touch and release to advance one digit at a time until the desired time is reached. Be sure the PM indicator is on if setting a PM time.
Turning ON/OFF the Clock in Idle Mode
When the unit is idle, you have the option to have the clock display on or off. Press and hold the HR and MIN icons for 3 seconds – the clock display will go off. To turn back on, press and hold the HR and MIN icons for 3 seconds. The clock display will turn on.

SETTING THE AUTO-ON TIME

Press and hold the Auto On icon for 2 seconds.
The digital display will flash the default (12:00) or previously selected time.
Follow directions under SETTING THE CLOCK (above) to program your brew-start time. Ten seconds after programming, the unit will automatically exit Auto On or you can touch the Auto On icon to exit setting mode immediately. The Auto On icon will illuminate, letting you know Auto-On is activated.
To activate Auto On using previously selected time:
Press the Auto On icon for 2 seconds.
The previously set time will appear and the icon will light up.
To deactivate Auto On:
Press the illuminated Auto On icon; light will go off, indicating the mode is turned off.

SETTING THE AUTO-OFF TIME

Press and hold the Brew/Auto-Off icon for 5 seconds.
The digital display will flash the programmed Auto-Off default (2:00) or previously selected time. Follow directions under SETTING THE CLOCK to program the coffeemaker to shut off from 0 to 4 hours after brew cycle is finished.
To exit/confirm Auto Off time setting: Do not touch any icons. Auto-Off setup mode will be exited automatically after 5 seconds.

TURNING OFF THE READY TONE
Your coffeemaker features a Ready Tone that beeps 5 times when coffee is finished brewing. To turn this alert off, press the Ready Tone icon; an icon will appear next to the time with an “X”, indicating the tone is off. To turn tone back on, press Ready Tone icon again; the “X” will disappear.

MAKING COFFEE

Follow the instructions in BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST POT OF COFFEE (page 7).

Fill the water reservoir
Lift the coffeemaker lid to open. Pour the desired amount of water into the water reservoir using the water level indicator located at the side of the coffeemaker.
Add the ground coffee Insert a #4 paper filter OR the gold-tone 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 level scoop of ground coffee per cup. Adjust the amount according to taste.
NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.
Position carafe and plug-in unit Place carafe on heating plate and be sure coffeemaker lid is closed. Plugthe coffeemaker into an electrical outlet.
Set preferences
a. Press the 1–4 cup icon if you are brewing fewer than 5 cups. The icon will illuminate.
b. Press the Bold icon to select a stronger coffee flavor, if desired. The icon will illuminate. Press again to turn off icon and brew at regular strength.
c. Choose Low (L), Medium (M) or High (H) carafe temperature by pressing Carafe Temp icon. Selection will appear in display next to the time. Once you reach the desired temperature, simply leave it and the unit will automatically confirm the setting.
Start brewing
Press the Brew/Off icon to begin brewing.
The icon will pulse on and off to indicate the unit is brewing.
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: Reservoir cover may be hotduring and directly after brewing. Wait at least 10 minutes before opening.

BREW PA USE ™ 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 during brew cycle may cause filter basket to overflow.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always turn coffeemaker off and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Lift up the coffeemaker lid. 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.
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.
Do not use any 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. Fingerprints and other blemishes on the housing can be washed off with soap and water or a no nabrasive cleaning solution. Wipethe 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.
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 flavor of your coffee.
For best performance from your coffeemaker, we recommend cleaning it whenever the CLEAN icon lights up.
NOTE: Before decalcifying your unit, remove the charcoal water filter from the water reservoir.

To clean:

Fill the water reservoir to capacity with a mixture of ¹⁄³ white vinegar and ²⁄³ water.
Press and hold the CLEAN icon. When it starts to flash, the coffeemaker is in Clean mode. Release the icon.
When the cycle is completed, 5 beeps will sound and the coffeemaker will shut off.
If the CLEAN icon illuminates once more, repeat the cleaning procedure with a fresh solution of vinegar and water. NOTE: Onecleaning cycle is usually sufficient.
When the CLEAN icon remains off, run one cycle with a full reservoir of fresh, cold water to rinse the unit.
Return the charcoal water filter to the holder inside the water reservoir and your coffeemaker is ready to brew!

WARRANTY

Limited Three-Year Warranty (U.S. and Canada only)
This warranty is available to U.S. consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® T-Series Touchscreen 14-Cup Coffeemaker that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not vailable to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart ® T-Series Touchscreen 14-Cup Coffeemaker will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase. 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.
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. The retail store shall then, according to its preference, 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 neither of the above two options results 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 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 800-7260190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such nonconforming products under warranty.
HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
Your ultimate satisfaction in Cuisinart products is our goal, so if your Cuisinart ® T-Series Touchscreen 14-Cup Coffeemaker should fail within the generous warranty period, we will repair it or, if necessary, replace it at no cost to you. To obtain a return shipping label, email us at https://www.cuisinart.com/customer-care/product- return. Or call our toll-free customer service department at 1-800-726-0190 to speak with a representative. Your Cuisinart ® T-Series Touchscreen 14-Cup Coffeemaker has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use only in 120-volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well as use with accessories, replacement parts or repair service other than those authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other than ordinary household use. 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. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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 is serviced with the correct parts, and to ensure that the product is still under warranty.

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