. To program the Variable Auto Off: 1. Turn the function knob to “Auto Off.” Press and hold the “Hour” button for 2 seconds. The clock display will start blinking. 2. Program the coffeemaker to shut off from zero to four hours after brew cycle is finished by using the “Hour” and “Minute” buttons (see “To set the time”). 1 - 4 Cup Setting: The 1- 4 cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee. The 1-4 setting basically ‘double heats’ the water, making your smaller amount piping hot. To use: When making a smaller amount, press the 1-4 button on the control panel after turning on the unit. Power Loss Back-up One-minute protection in case a 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. MAKING COFFEE Before you make the first batch of coffee in your new Cuisinart® Coffee On Demand™ Coffeemaker, we recommend operating the coffeemaker once using only water and a paper filter. This will remove any dust or residues that remain in the system from the manufacturing process. 1. Insert the Water Filter: a. Remove the filter from polybag and soak in cold tap water for 15 minutes. b. Remove the water filter holder from the coffeemaker by lifting it out of the reservoir area with your thumb and forefinger. c. Grasp stem in one hand. Using thumb of other hand, gently press down and pull toward you. Compartment will flip open. d. Place the filter in the holder and close the water filter holder; you will hear a snap indicating it is in place. NOTE: Caution must be used when inserting the charcoal filter. Improper placement in the holder can cause tearing of the filter skin. e. Hold the filter under cold running tap water for 10 seconds to flush. You should place the hole openings in the side of the unit directly under the water stream. f. Allow the filter to drain completely. g. Replace the water filter holder in the reservoir area of the coffeemaker, pushing it all the way down to the base of the unit, along the reservoir wall. NOTE: We recommend changing the water filter every 60 days or 60 uses, more often if you have hard water. Replacement water filters can be purchased in stores or by calling customer service or through the Cuisinart web site. 2. Fill the water reservoir: When filling the coffeemaker with water, refer to the water window on the side of the unit and fill to the desired number of cups. Be sure to add a small amount of extra water to account for the amount of water lost in wetting the grounds and lost as steam during the brewing process. 3. Add the ground coffee: Remove the filter basket by grasping the handle and lifting straight up, and then place it on the countertop. Insert a #4 paper filter or permanent 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 the desired amount of ground coffee, corresponding to the number of cups being brewed. Many coffee bars and the Specialty Coffee Association of America recommend adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufacturers recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup. We recommend using 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit your taste. NOTE: The maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for this 12-cup coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground. Replace the filter basket in the filter basket holder, making sure the coffee reservoir is in place. Flip the lid closed, and press firmly to be sure that it closes securely. 4. Power unit: Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. Turn the function knob to brew, turn the On/Off knob to “On” and release. The red indicator light will turn on. Or, set the Auto On function and the green indicator will light. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Lift up the reservoir cover. Remove and discard the filter and ground coffee. WARNING Caution: The reservoir contains hot coffee. Allow to cool before lifting. Remove the brew basket and coffee reservoir. These 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 and coffee reservoir have been removed. Wipe the area under the reservoir with a damp cloth. Remove drip tray and wash with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly, or place in a dishwasher. Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleansers on any part of the coffeemaker. Never immerse base unit in water or other liquid. To clean base, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry before storing. Fingerprints and other blemishes on the stainless steel housing can be washed off with soap and water or a nonabrasive cleaning solution. Never use rough, abrasive materials or...