Cuisinart DCC-450BK DCC-450BK Manual - Page 5

FEATURES AND BENEFITS This compact Cuisinart® 4-cup Coffeemaker includes practical features such as the Brew Pause™, so you can sneak a cup of coffee before brewing has finished. The carafe is heat-resistant with an ergonomic handle and drip-free spout for easy pouring. The newly designed showerhead controls the spray 1 of water onto the coffee grounds for even 2 water distribution and brewing for great tasting coffee. 1. Reservoir Cover Flips back for easy filling. 2. Water Reservoir 4 3. Filter Basket (not shown) Holds a #2 paper filter or a permanent filter. 4. Filter Basket Holder 5. Showerhead (not shown) 6 Designed for even distribution of water onto coffee and minimizes temperature loss of water passing through the grounds. 6. Brew Pause™ Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed (30 seconds 8 maximum) from heater plate so a cup can be poured in mid-brew, if desired. Since the extraction rate varies during the brew cycle, we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring the finished coffee. 9 7. On/Off Rocker Switch with On Indicator Light (not shown) 8. Stainless Steel Carafe The carafe has an ergonomic handle and knuckle guard for safe and easy pouring. 9. Warming Plate Scratch resistant with black, nonstick coating.