Cuisinart Coffee Center Grind & Brew Plus, 12-cup

Summary

Make barista-quality coffee at home using drip brewing or single-serve pods with one multitasking machine. Choose Carafe Brew and the built-in coffee grinder mills whole beans into fine, even grounds just before brewing – the key to the richest, freshest coffee flavor. If you just want one cup, select the Pod option for single-serve convenience.

• Dual-sided coffee maker offers 12-cup carafe brewing and single-serve pod brewing.

Carafe Brewing:

• Drip-brews up to 12 cups into glass carafe.
• Grind & Brew function with blade grinding system automatically grinds whole beans before brewing.
• Separate 64-oz. water reservoir.
• Fully automatic with 24-hour programmability, auto shutoff (0–4 hours), brew strength control, ready alert and clean function.
• Brew Pause feature allows neat mid-brew pouring.
• Heater plate keeps coffee warm after brewing.
• Comes with permanent gold-tone filter; also accommodates #4 cone paper filters (not included).
• Option to brew from pre-ground coffee.
• Charcoal water filter ensures fresh-tasting coffee.

Single-Serve Pod Brewing:

• 3 brew sizes: 8 oz., 10 oz. and 12 oz.
• Compatible with single-cup pods, including Keurig's K-Cup® and Cuisinart HomeBarista™ (not included).
• Separate 40-oz. water reservoir.
• Removable drip tray for easy cleaning.
• Charcoal water filter ensures fresh-tasting coffee.

Dimensions & More Info

• 10 3/4" x 11 3/4" x 16" high.
• 13 lb.
• Drip coffee: 64-oz. water reservoir.
• Coffee pods: 40-oz. water reservoir.
• 1200W.
• Made in China.

Additional Information

• Model #SS-GB1.
• This product is intended for use in the United States and Canada, and is built to U.S. electrical standards.

Cuisinart Customer Service

• 1.800.726.0190

Use & Care

Care

12-Cup Coffee Maker:

• Grinder basket, grinder basket lid, filter basket, filter basket cover, carafe and lid are top-rack dishwasher safe. Alternatively, hand-wash in warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Dry all parts after each use.
• Do not put water in unit after grinder basket is removed. Wipe area under
• grinder basket with damp cloth. If water gets into grinder motor, it may cause damage and malfunction.
• Avoid using scouring agents and harsh cleansers.
• To clean base, wipe with clean, damp cloth and dry before storing.
• Fingerprints and other blemishes on housing can be removed with soap and water or nonabrasive cleaning solution.
• Wipe heater plate with clean, damp cloth. Avoid using rough, abrasive materials and cleansers to clean heater plate.
• Do not dry inside of water reservoir with cloth, as lint may remain.

Descaling:

• Depending on mineral content of water in your area, calcium deposits (scale) may build up in coffee maker. Though scale is not toxic, it can affect performance. Descaling when CLEAN light is illuminated helps protect heating element and other parts that come in contact with water. For optimal performance, descale coffee maker every 3–6 months. If calcium deposits build up quickly, CLEAN light will illuminate, indicating 12-cup coffee maker should be descaled. See instructions in product manual.

Single-Serve Coffee Maker:

• Clean housing and other external components with soapy, damp, nonabrasive cloth.
• Drip tray and drip tray plate are dishwasher safe.
• Avoid using cleansers, steel wool pads and other abrasive materials.
• Caution: Handle capsule holder with care. It contains sharp needles that puncture capsule above and below. To avoid risk of injury, do not put fingers in capsule brewing chamber.
• Capsule holder and funnel are top-rack dishwasher safe.
• If a clog arises because of coffee grounds, exit needle and piercing needle can be cleaned using paper clip or similar tool.

User Manual

• View user manual here.