Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

VORTEXT Water Flow Technology - The exclusive showerhead design evenly saturates coffee grounds, resulting in rich flavor extraction.

Smart-Clean System - The automatic cleaning cycle improves the performance of your coffeemaker.

Adjustable Keep Warm Time - Select how long the heated carafe plate keeps coffee warm after brewing, from 30-120 minutes or off.

Brew Strength Selector - Customize your cup with an option for slowing down the brewing process for stronger coffee.

Brew coffee just the way you like it. This 12-cup* coffeemaker features VORTEXTM Technology, which evenly saturates coffee grounds for full and rich flavor extraction using optimal water temperatures. You can change the brew strength with the option for a slower brewing process and stronger cup of coffee. Set how long you want to keep coffee warm after brewing with the adjustable keep warm timer (options for 30, 60, 90, 120 min, and OFF). Sneak-A-Cup™ Technology lets you pour a cup of coffee before the rest of the pot has brewed--all without any drips or spills. Other useful features include: Smart-Clean automatic cleaning cycle, 12-cup* Duralife™ glass carafe, washable brew basket, and “Keep Hot” heated carafe plate to make sure coffee is hot when you’re ready to drink it. *cup equals approximately 5 oz. (varies by brewing technique)