14-cup (5 ounces each) programmable coffeemaker with glass carafe
Brew-pause function; 1- to 4-cup setting; regular and bold flavor-strength settings
Heater plate with adjustable temperature; 0- to 4-hour automatic shut-off
Permanent Gold Tone filter?? charcoal water filter?? and instruction book included
Measures approximately 11 by 9-3/5 by 16-1/5 inches; 3-year limited warranty

Product Description

With its sleek?? modern look and user-friendly control panel?? this extra-large-capacity coffeemaker brews up to 14 cups (5 ounces each) of fresh and flavorful coffee at a time. The fully automatic unit can be programmed up to 24 hours in advance for " up" coffee or to have a pot ready and waiting to serve with dessert--no need to get up from the table half way through dinner. For those eager to start their day?? the machine's brew-pause function allows for pouring a quick cup midbrew--simply remove the carafe to pause the flow of coffee and replace it to continue"he brewing cycle. Speaking of?? the included glass carafe offers measuring marks up the side?? an ergonomic stay-cool handle with a knuckle guard and a strip of stainless-steel accenting?? and a drip-free spout for graceful pouring. The coffeemaker also provides an easy-view water-level window; a 1- to 4-cup setting; regular and bold flavor-strength settings; built-in 60-second memory in case the power goes out; an adjustable heater plate with high?? medium?? and low temperature settings; a self-clean function; and 0- to 4-hour automatic shut-off for safety and peace of mind. A permanent Gold Tone filter that eliminates messy paper filters?? a charcoal water filter for improved flavor?? and a handy instruction book come included. The coffeemaker measures approximately 11 by 9-3/5 by 16-1/5 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

From the Manufacturer

The Cuisinart DCC-2600 14-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker

The Quest for a Perfect Cup of Coffee

It is generally agreed that there are four basic elements critical to the perfect cup:

Water and Coffee Filters
Water & Coffee Filters

Element 1. Water:
Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked?? the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee. A good rule of thumb is that if your water doesn??t taste good from the tap?? it won??t taste any better in your coffee. That??s why Cuisinart has added a water filter to the 14-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. The charcoal water filter removes chlorine?? bad tastes and odors?? for the purest cup of coffee every time.

Element 2. Coffee:
While the bulk of the liquid is water?? all of the flavor should be from the coffee. To achieve the same great quality of coffee you receiv"ffee bar?? you need to use the same quality beans. Buy the beans fresh and whole?? only about a two weeks?? supply at a time for maximum freshness. Once the coffee bean is broken?? its flavor degrades very quickly. If it is not practical to buy small supplies?? we recommend you separate larger amounts of beans into one to two week portions immediately after purchase?? and freeze them in airtight containers. The best way to maximize freshness is to minimize exposure to air?? light and moisture. So?? once removed from the freezer?? beans should be maintained in a sealed container at room temperature?? since damaging condensation occurs every time the beans are removed from the freezer or refrigerator. Note that some coffee experts advise against freezing dark-roast beans?? because freezing can cause the oils to coagulate. Other experts disagree. We suggest you experiment and decide yourself.

The Perfect Cup of Coffee

Element 3. Grind:
The grind of the coffee 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 filter. If the grind is too coarse?? the water will pass through too quickly and the desired flavors will not be extracted. A medium-fine grind is recommended.

Element 4. Proportion:
Coffee that is too strong or too weak is always a disappointment. Add 1 level scoop of ground coffee per cup and adjust the amount according to taste. Note: the maximum capacity for ground coffee is 17 tablespoons for the 12-cup coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.

Features and Benefits

  1. Reservoir Cover: Flips back for easy filling.
  2. Water Reservoir with Water Level Indicator Window: Open the reservoir cover by lifting it up. Pour in the desired amount of water using the water level indicator located at the side of the coffeemaker window.
  3. Showerhead: Distributes water evenly over coffee?? reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds.
  4. Charcoal Water Filter: Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine?? calcium and bad tastes or odors from tap water. Cuisinart recommends changing the water filter every 60 days or 60 uses ? or more often if you have hard water.
  5. Filter Basket: Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
  6. Control Panel:
    7. DCC-2600 Controls
    LCD & Controls
    1. On/Off Button?? Clock display?? Hour and Minute Buttons.
    2. Strength Selector: Regular and Bold buttons let you choose the intensity of coffee flavor you prefer.
    3. Carafe Temperature Knob: For controlling the temperature of the coffee after brewing. There are three temperature settings high?? medium and low.
    4. 1- to 4-Cup Setting: The 1- to 4-cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee. Normal coffeemakers will produce a colder batch of coffee when smaller amounts are made?? because the heater doesn??t have enough time to properly ??warm up?? to heat a small amount. The 1- to 4-cup setting basically ??double heats?? the water?? making your smaller amounts as piping hot as a full pot would be. To use simply press the 1- to 4-cup button on the control panel after turning on the unit.
    5. Self-Clean Setting: Tells you when it??s time to clean your coffeemaker. Remove built-up calci