How often should I clean the built-in grinder?

Clean the grinder chamber weekly by removing loose grounds with a brush. Monthly, run grinder cleaning tablets through the burrs to remove coffee oil buildup. Neglecting grinder cleaning leads to stale, rancid flavors contaminating your fresh coffee.

Can I use pre-ground coffee in a grind-and-brew machine?

Most grind-and-brew machines have a bypass option or separate filter basket for pre-ground coffee. The Cuisinart DGB-900BC has a dedicated grind-off button. This is useful for decaf, flavored coffee, or when you run out of whole beans.

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