Cuisinart DGB2U User manual

One Cup Grind &Brew Coffee Maker
DGB2U
CPT445U

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart One Cup
Grind &Brew Coffee Maker.
For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the
very finest kitchen equipment. All Cuisinart products are
engineered for exceptionally long-life, and designed to be
easy to use as well as to give excellent performance day
after day.
To learn more about our products and for recipe ideas visit
our website www.cuisinart.co.uk

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Contents
Product Description.............................................................................5
Important Safety Cautions .................................................................6
Using The Cuisinart Grind &Brew Coffee Machine.........................9
Initial Cleaning.....................................................................................9
Using the Control Panel ................................................................... 10
Making Coffee With Whole Beans ..................................................11
Cleaning &Maintenance ................................................................. 13
UK Guarantee.................................................................................... 16
UK After Sales Service ..................................................................... 18

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Product Description
Brew Head Lever
Control Panel
Bean Hopper
Brew Head
Removable Drip Tray
Brew Chamber (not shown)
HomeBarista™ Storage Compartment (not shown)
Conical Burr Mill (not shown)
Water Tank with Water Level Indicator (not shown)
Coffee Scoop (not shown)
HomeBarista™ Reusable Filter Basket
HomeBarista™ Reusable Filter Cup

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Important Safety Cautions
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and
keep in a safe place for future reference.
Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid
personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be
used only as described within this instruction book. There is a risk of
injury if the product is misused.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: BURN HAZARD
nWARNING: very hot surfaces.
nDO NOT TOUCH hot surfaces as possible injury could
occur. Always use the handle.
nTHIS IS AN ATTENDED APPLIANCE. Do not leave unattended during
use, unplug after each use. Never leave the appliance unattended
when switched on or plugged in.
nThis appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
nChildren should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with this appliance.
nNot for use by children. Keep the appliance and its supply cord out of
reach of children during and after use.
nNo repair should be carried out by the user. In case of fault, contact
the Cuisinart Helpline, (see the “UK After Sales Serve” section).
nDo not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner or
in a heated oven.
nTo protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse
the cord, plug or housing unit in water or other liquids. Do not put the
unit in a dishwasher.

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nThis appliance is for indoor, domestic use only and is not intended to
be used in applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and other working environments; farmhouses; by customers in hotels,
motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast
type establishments.
nDo not wrap the supply cord around the main body of the appliance
during or after use.
nDo not leave the supply cord hanging over the edge of a kitchen table
or worktop.
nDo not allow the supply cord to come into contact with sources of
heat.
nAlways unplug the appliance from the mains outlet and allow to cool
before cleaning.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
nAlways ensure the voltage to be used corresponds with the voltage on
the appliance, this is indicated on the bottom of the housing.
nThe appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remove control system.
nAlways disconnect the appliance from the electric supply, if it is left
unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
nNever pull the plug out of the mains socket by the supply cord.
nAlways ensure that your hands are dry before touching the supply
cord or removing the plug from the mains socket.
GENERAL SAFETY
nEnsure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers
are removed from the appliance before first use.
nAlways inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of
damage. Do not use if damaged, or if the appliance has been dropped.
In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault, contact
the Cuisinart Customer Care Line (refer to the ‘UK After Sales Service’
section for further information).
nDo not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
nPosition the One Cup Grind &Brew Coffee Maker on a stable, level
surface, near a power socket.
nDo not place the appliance in a cabinet when in use.
nDo not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner.

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nDo not use accessories or attachments with this appliance, other than
those recommended by Cuisinart.
nPeriodically check all parts before use. If any part is damaged DO NOT
USE.
nTo avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in
use.
nTo protect againt fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse
the main unit, power cord or plug in water or other liquids or place in
a dishwasher.
nSwitch off and unplug the appliance after use.
nUnplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool completely before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning
the appliance.
WARNING: Polyethlene bags over the product or packaging
may be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away
from babies and children. These bags are not toys.
This product complies fully with all appropriate EU and UK legislation
and the standards relevant to this type and class of appliance. We are an
ISO9001:2015 certified company that continually evaluates our Quality
Management System performance. If you have any queries regarding
product safety and compliance, please contact our Customer Services
Department (see “U.K. After Sales Service” section).
Disposing of electrical and electronic appliances at the end-
of-life
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should
be handed over to the appliance collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed
of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of the product. For more detailed
information about the recycling of this product, please contact your
local council office or your household waste disposal service.

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USING THE CUISINART ONE CUP GRIND &BREW COFFEE
MAKER
BEFORE FIRST USE
Before using your One Cup Grind &Brew Coffee Maker for the first time,
ensure all packaging is removed and clean all parts thoroughly.
Initial Cleaning
nRemove the water tank from the unit and wash in warm, soapy water.
Once dry, fill the water tank with water and replace back onto the unit.
nPlug the coffee maker into the mains and press the power button, to
switch it on.
nOpen and close the brew head but do not add any beans or coffee powder.
nPlace a mug onto the drip tray. Press any of the cup size buttons to begin
the brew cycle. The selected indicator will start flashing and the hot
water will start to dispense momentarily.
nWhen the one-time cleaning process is complete, discard the hot water
and the coffee maker is then ready to use.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Using the Control Panel
a. Power On / Off – Press to switch the machine
on and off.
b. Grind Button – Press to automatically start or
stop grinding coffee, into the HomeBarista®
reusable filter cup. Will turn off when grinding
is complete.
c. Add Water Indicator – Indicator will illuminate
red when the water level is low. The indicator
will turn off, when the water tank is filled past
the minimum level.
d. Brew Size Buttons – Select from 120ml, 210ml
and 300ml.
a.
b.
c. d.
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Making Coffee With Whole Beans
1. Remove the water tank and fill to the max fill line. Replace back onto the
unit. If the water level is lower than the minimum fill, the ‘Add Water’
indicator light will illuminate.
2. Remove the bean hopper lid and add beans.
Note: The bean hopper holds up to 100g of beans and the airtight lid keeps
them fresh.
3. Open the lid of the HomeBarista™ and insert into the holder, below the
conical burr mill.
4. Press the power button to turn on the unit. The power and grind buttons
will illuminate.

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5. Press the grind button to start the grind process. The conical burr mill is
set to automatically turn off, once the HomeBarista™ is full.
6. Remove the HomeBarista™ from the holder, making sure there are
no ground coffee beans on the upper rim of the filter basket, before
closing the lid. Open the brew head and place the HomeBarista™ into
the brewing chamber.
Caution: There is a sharp needles in the brew head chamber. To avoid risk
of injury, do not put your fingers in the brewing chamber.
7. When the brew head lever is closed, the brew size buttons will illuminate.
Press the desired cup size to begin brewing.
Note: The brewing process can be stopped during brewing. Simply press
the selected brew size button again to stop brewing.
8. When the brewing process is complete, the brew size buttons will go
off. The grind button will remain on for use, until the brew head lever is
opened, to begin the brewing process.
9. After brewing, raise the lever and remove the HomeBarista™. Do this
with caution, as the HomeBarista™ will be hot.
10. After use, remove the HomeBarista™ from the brewing chamber,
discard the used ground coffee or coffee powder and rinse with water.
When thoroughly dried, the HomeBarista™ can be put into the side
compartment for easy storage.
Note: HomeBarista™ can be used with pre-ground coffee. Simply fill the
HomeBarista™ with ground coffee, making sure not to fill past the max
indicator. Adjust the amount to your personal preference. Make sure there
is no ground coffee on the upper rim of the basket, before closing the lid.
Max fill: 2.5 scoops or 15 grams.

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Cleaning &Maintenance
nBefore first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly.
nAlways turn the coffee maker off and remove the plug from the mains
before cleaning.
nDo not use scouring agents or harsh cleaning agents on any other parts
of the appliance.
nNever immerse the main housing unit in water or other liquids. To clean
the housing and control panel, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
nWipe the drip tray with a clean, damp cloth. Never use rough, abrasive
materials or harsh cleaning agents to clean the resting plate.
nDo not dry the inside of the water tank with a cloth as lint may remain.
nNever wrap the cord around the outside of the unit.
nNever immerse the plug or lead in water or any other liquid.
Cleaning the HomeBarista™
nThe HomeBarista™ is dishwasher safe (put on the top shelf). Disgard any
used coffee crounds and remove the inner filter basket, before placing in
the dishwasher. Rinse the inner filter with warm water.
Cleaning the Brew Head &Chamber
Lift the brew head lever to open the brewing chamber.
CAUTION: There is a sharp needle in the brew head. To avoid risk of injury,
do not put your fingers in the capsule brewing chamber.

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Cleaning the Bean Hopper and Burr Grinder
nBe sure to empty any beans from the hopper, before unlocking and
removing the burr grinder. The burr grinder must be removed before
cleaning the bean hopper.
nBean Hopper – Clean with a soapy, damp, non-abrasive cloth.
nBurr Grinder – Use the scoop brush to clean the grind outlet to clear
away excess grounds and wipe with a wet cloth. The burr grinder is not
dishwasher safe.
Descaling
It is strongly recommended that you descale the appliance from time to
time. The frequency depends upon the harshness of your tap water and
how often you use the appliance.
nFill the water tank completely with a soft descaling agent, such as a
mixture of citric acid and baking soda and switch the appliance on. One
cycle should be sufficient to de-scale the appliance.
nPress the power button to turn the coffee maker on.
nOpen and close the brew head but do not add any coffee grounds.
nPlace a mug or container on the drip tray. Press any of the cup size
buttons, to begin the cycle.
nTo rinse, repeat this cycle once more using just cold tap water.
UK Guarantee
This appliance is guaranteed for consumer use for 3 years and is only valid
within the United Kingdom.
This guarantee covers consumer use only i.e. defects occurring under
normal use within the home from date of purchase or date of delivery,
whichever is later.
If the product develops a fault due to defects in materials or manufacture
within 12 months from the date of purchase, to avoid delays and
unnecessary inconvenience, where possible please return the product to
the point of purchase for an exchange.
If the product develops a fault due to defects in materials or manufacture
after 12 months from the date of purchase, and within the guarantee
period, Conair UK After Sales Service will repair or replace the product.

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Exclusions
This guarantee will no longer be valid meaning that The Conair Group Ltd
will not be liable to repair or replace your product where:
1. The appliance has been used on a voltage supply other than that which
is marked on the product, or advised within this instruction booklet
2. The appliance has been purchased from an unauthorised stockist*
3. The appliance is used for professional / non domestic usage
4. Repairs or alterations have been attempted by unauthorised persons
5. The failure of the appliance is a direct result of misuse
6. The failure is a result of not following the instructions for use
This guarantee does not cover any cosmetic damage due to misuse of the
product nor any damage to persons or property that occurs because of
product misuse.
*unauthorised stockists include, but are not limited to online auction sites,
private sellers and those selling second hand goods, refurbished products
etc.
Please contact the Conair Customer Care Line on 03702 406902 (09:00
to 17:00 Monday to Friday) or email [email protected] for further
information on authorised stockists.
It is important to retain your proof of purchase. We recommend
attaching your receipt to this page.
Even where a refund may be applicable, no refund will be provided
without a valid receipt or proof of purchase, we will only be able to
offer a repair or replacement service. Please note this does not apply if
the product was purchased directly from The Conair Group Ltd.
Guarantees on replacement products run from the original purchase date or
date of delivery, whichever is later, and not from the date of replacement.
This guarantee is an additional benefit and does not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.

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If you have any queries regarding this guarantee please contact the Conair
Customer Care Line on 03702 406 902 (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday)
or email your enquiry to [email protected]
UK After Sales Service
For further advice on using the appliance or should you need to return
your product, please contact the Conair Customer Care Line on 03702 406
902 (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday) or email your enquiry to support@
cuisinart.co.uk
Return address:
Customer Care Centre
Conair Logistics
Unit 4, Revolution Park
Buckshaw Avenue
Buckshaw Village
Chorley
PR7 7DW
Please enclose your returns number, name and address details, together
with a copy of proof of purchase and details of the fault.
Please note this Instruction Booklet is not the guarantee.

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