5
MAKING COFFEE
Before making the first mug of coffee in your
new Cuisinart
®
Two to Go
™
Coffeemaker, we
recommend operating the coffeemaker once
using only water and a filter paper. This will
remove any dust or residue in the system
that remain from the manufacturing process.
1. Fill the Water Reservoir
Open the flip top lid. Fill the water
reservoir to the appropriate marking
depending on whether you are making
one or two cups. The markings are shown
in ribs on the reservoir wall. Close lid.
2. Add Ground Coffee
Lift filter basket up from holder to remove.
Insert #2 cone paper into filter basket. Be
sure that the filter in 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 two table-
spoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water.
Some manufacturers recommend using
one tablespoon per 6 ounces of water.
We recommend using 3 to 4 tablespoons of
ground coffee per mug, but use more or
less to suit your taste. Replace filter basket
in holder. Close lid.
Before Brewing
(A) For best results, rinse inside of
mug(s) before brewing to optimize
heat of coffee.
(B) Make sure you have your stainless
steel mug(s) in their correct brewing
positions and that the lids are secure.
You can brew coffee into the mugs
without the lids in place, or with the lids
on, in any position, as long as they are
tightly on the mugs.
(C) Make sure you have closed the top cover.
3. Power Unit
Plug cord into electrical outlet. Press ON/OFF
switch to turn on. The indicator will light.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Completely clean and dry all parts
after every use
Always turn coffeemaker OFF and remove the
plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning it.
Lift lid of coffeemaker and remove the filter
basket from its holder. Discard the filter paper
and ground coffee. The filter basket can be
washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed
thoroughly, or cleaned in the upper rack of
the dishwasher. Once clean, replace the
filter basket.
Stainless steel mugs should be washed in
warm soapy water and rinsed thoroughly.
Note: We do not recommend using the
dishwasher to clean the mugs.
Do not use scouring agents or harsh cleaners
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.
Do not dry the inside of the water reservoir
with a cloth as lint may remain.
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to removing the calcium
deposits that form over time on the metal parts
of the coffeemaker. For best performance from
your Two to Go
™
Coffeemaker, decalcify the
base unit from time to time. The frequency
depends upon the hardness of your tap water
and how often you use the coffeemaker.
If the coffeemaker begins to brew more slowly
than usual, or the coffee does not taste the
same, use the decalcification feature to clean
the interior. To decalcify, use a solution of
1
⁄
3
white vinegar and
2
⁄
3
water, filling the water
reservoir to capacity. Combine in a container
and pour into the water reservoir. Plug the unit
into electrical outlet. Turn to the ON position
and run until half the amount has brewed (1
mug). Turn the unit to the OFF position and
allow to sit for 10 minutes. Return the unit to
ON and allow the remainder of the liquid to
brew. Repeat the above procedure
as many times as necessary until a normal
brew rate returns, usually 2-3 times. With
each repeated cycle, use a fresh solution of
vinegar and water. Run one cycle of fresh,
cold water through the unit at the completion
of the decalcification before using the unit
again to brew coffee.
