Care and cleaning – Black & Decker DCM3250B User Manual
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Note: The BREW STRENGTH can be selected before or after brewing begins.
11. Press the
POWER button and brewing begins.
Note: To delay brewing see, DELAyED BREWING section.
12. Once the brewing cycle is complete the word
FRESH
and the
FRESH icon will appear on the digital
display
(K).
13. Press brew basket compartment release button
to open.
14. Use basket handle to carefully remove and discard
used grounds and paper filter. Replace basket and
close brew basket compartment.
15. After 20 minutes the digital display will change
to
NOT FRESH and the icon will also indicate the
same
(L).
16. Keep carafe on the “Keep Hot” plate between
servings to preserve the temperature of the coffee
in the carafe.
17. The coffeemaker automatically shuts off after 2 hours.
18. Unplug appliance when not in use.
SNEAK-A-CUP
®
INTERRUPT FEATURE
The Sneak-A-Cup
®
feature allows you to pour a cup of coffee from the carafe
while the coffee is brewing. When the carafe is removed the brewing process is
paused. Simply replace the carafe on the “Keep Hot” plate within
30 seconds and
brewing resumes.
DELAyED BREWING
1. Follow steps 1 through 10 under the BReWIng COFFee section.
2. Press the
PROG button; the word AUTO flashes on the
bottom left of the display
(M).
3. The digital clock displays 1:00 or the previous preset
delayed start time.
4. To change the time: press the
HOUR button until the
correct time appears on the display. Repeat with the
MIN button.
5. Press the
PROG button again. The delayed brewing is set.
6. Press the
AUTO button to activate the delayed brewing. The AUTO button
lights and the
AUTO logo are displayed.
7. To check the preset auto time, press
PROG button and it will display the time
selected for delay brewing to begin.
8. To cancel the
Auto brew, press the AUTO button. All lights are off.
COFFEE BREWING TIPS
• Stir coffee in carafe before serving to evenly distribute the flavor.
• Coffee that is poured during brewing cycle may vary in strength from the
finished brew.
• not sure how much coffee to use? Begin by using 1 level tablespoon of
medium grind coffee for each cup of coffee to be brewed.
POWER
PROG
HOUR
MIN
AUTO
BREW
STRENGTH
MILD
REGULAR
STRONG
6:00
AM
FRESH
K
POWER
PROG
HOUR
MIN
AUTO
BREW
STRENGTH
MILD
REGULAR
STRONG
6:20
AM
NOT
FRESH
L
POWER
PROG
HOUR
MIN
AUTO
BREW
STRENGTH
MILD
REGULAR
STRONG
1:00
AM
auto
M
• For variety, add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or allspice to the coffee grounds
before brewing.
• If you like milk or half-and-half in your coffee, pour amount of milk desired into
the carafe before brewing. Make sure to leave enough room in the carafe for the
amount of coffee you wish to brew.
• For a special occasion, whip some heavy cream with 2 or 3 tablespoons of
orange marmalade. Use to top off each cup of coffee.
• Keep your coffeemaker scrupulously clean; you’ll be pleased with the flavor.
Note: The residual oils from previously brewed coffee can give your next brew a
rancid, bitter flavor (see CARe AnD CLeAnIng section).
• For iced coffee, brew the coffee with twice the normal amount of grounds. The
ice dilutes the coffee flavor. Or make coffee ice cubes and brew your normal
strength. Remember when pouring hot liquid into a glass, always put a spoon in
the glass before adding the hot liquid.
Care and Cleaning
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.
Caution: Do not overexpose the control panel to water. Water may cause
permanent damage and make the coffeemaker inoperable.
1. Make sure the unit is unplugged and cooled before cleaning.
2. Open water reservoir cover.
3. Remove the brew basket by its handle and lift straight up.
4. Discard the paper filter with the grounds.
5. Clean parts as follows:
• Brew basket, carafe and lid are all top rack dishwasher safe; or they may
be hand washed in warm, sudsy water.
• Wipe the exterior and the "Keep Hot" plate with a soft damp cloth. Do not
use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads. never immerse the coffeemaker
in water.
TREAT CARAFE WITH CARE
A damaged carafe may result in possible burns from a hot liquid. To avoid
breaking:
• Do not allow all liquid to evaporate from the carafe while on the "Keep Hot"
plate or heat the carafe when empty.
• Discard the carafe if damaged in any manner. A chip or crack could result in
breakage.
• never use abrasive scouring pads or cleansers; they will scratch and weaken the
glass.
• Do not place the carafe on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven
or in a microwave oven.
• Avoid rough handling and sharp blows.
WATER FILTER HOLDER
To clean water filter holder:
1. Press latch on filter holder to open
(see illustration C).
2. Take out carbon filter.
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