Does this model allow me to set the machine in a way where it'll automatically make coffee at 8am?
1815606
Yes you can set a timer on this model. Very simple push menu and timer on and off and set the time
1815607
I don't think so, but you can set it up so you only need to push a button and you have great coffee in about one minute. I think it's fabulous..i used to do the automatic thing but this is better coffee and no fuss or mess.
2238770
You probably want a fully automatic maker... The machine can make it in 5 mins.... But it depends on how you are as the barista and how much you clean up after yourself....
59965
Yes, you can program the amount of coffee it produces with each capsule by holding down the blue 'brew' button until the amount you desire is reached. The machine then remembers this size until you decide to change it. This can be as little as a small espresso cup to a larger cup. Of course the coffee gets weaker the larger the cup but it is still quite versatile while producing a great cup of coffee to your liking.
565072
Time of day: Just hit the hour/minute buttons until the correct time is showing. To set the time you want the coffee to automatically start brewing, you must have already set correct time of day, then hit "set delay" button. The yellow light will start blinking, and immediately hit the hour and minute buttons until you have the correct time you want the coffee to brew.
842544
You program the hour and minute you want the coffee maker to start brewing. Instructions are included. It's easier than programming your DVR to record a show.
1059562
I agree with the answers given by George Z. and Ron: automatic turn-off feature after 15 minutes might make leaving the machine "on" a moot point; glass-lined carafe getting cold overnight and then getting hit with VERY hot water automatically; no opportunity to quickly rinse the carafe with warm water before brewing. I would set up what I could the night before: put the filter into the basket, grind the beans and put them into a sealed baggie, but I wouldn't do the timer thing.
168774
I'm so sorry I misunderstood your question. There is no alarm but you can set a timer for when you want your coffeemaker to brew your coffee.
1369570
yes it does although I've never tried it. I turn the machine off manually after I make my coffee.
1571811
You can set the brewer to turn on or off at certain times. This way the water is heated and ready, you can load your coffee pod, place your cup and then simply push the button when you are ready! Pretty simple.
2152560
I have it programmed so it is done by the time I get up. A couple of times I did make coffee manually and it seemed like about 3 mins for 10 cups. It is fast on either setting and makes great coffee.
1501931
Since we bought it, it works like a champ. We preset for 7 am and it never fails. Brew time is a couple of minutes, although I have never really timed it.
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A blind person can do it. The grind setting comes up a 4 default when you plug it in. If you do not use the timer to brew coffee the next morning you will just need to use three of the buttons. The "On" button to turn on and off and to get another hour of hot coffee (it turns off after one hour as a safety feature) The "Mill" button which turns off the grinder for use with already ground coffee. the "Grind" button to change the time the coffee grinder stays on and thus the fineness of the ground coffee. Yes it is worth the money. It is the easies to use mill and brew on the market and the easiest to clean and the quietest and the cheapest to buy and you do not need to buy paper filter. It makes the best coffee too. Email me at samova1@verizon.net if you have any more questions about this coffee maker. I have had one for the last 10 years and I marvel each morning on how great the coffee tastes. This is the #1 best selling mill & brew in the United States and has been for the last 15 or 20 years. Nothing beats it for price, ease of use, ease of cleaning, noise etc. It does have a few weak points like the latch on the top cover is plastic and breaks a lot but I can tell you how to keep it from breaking and if it does break the parts are cheap and it is easy to repair. I can tell even a child how to fix it if it breaks. Email me or Call Sam at 540-869-1741 and I will help you at my cost plus shipping for parts. And I will give you free advise on how to care for this machine and tell you what coffee beans to buy. Call Sam at 540-869-1741 I am an expret on this machine. I can fix it in the dark I think.......
1283557
Yes. It is tricky. You must flip the switch on the top of the machine to the right, but you must place the coffee cup on the left where the coffee will brew.
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I am sorry, I never used the auto timer. I cannot help you... but I will tell you this. the Hamilton Beach #48464 is a much better machine for coffee. it perks hotter and the system for putting water in is a thousand percent better. While I started out with the 47900.... the #48464 is a much, much, much better machine.
1059567
Yes, it does work if you put it on a timer (just tried it). However, the whole point for us getting this particular machine was to get away from the "programmable features" and just get a great cup of coffee. I agree with Ron (below) in that you need to "preheat" the carafe, and ideally, grind the coffee beans right before brewing. If this is not important to you, it might be better to get another coffee maker.
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Use the MODE then SEL button to select brew strength (1-3 beans) and time (little clock) you want it to brew. Make sure the current time is correct. Press Auto button until you hear a small beep. It should be ready to go off in the morning. The instructions were not clear on this feature and I just found it by trial and error. Hope it works for you - nothing worse than coming out for a nice cup of coffee and it didn't go off!
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Machine defaults to 2 hours. But it doesn't cook like other coffee machines.