The filter and water tank input area are housed in a drawer-style enclosure that pulls out horizontally, making for hassle-free maintenance. A water level indicator is included next to the glass carafe for accurate measuring, and the included filter is a permanent "Gold-Tone" model that claims to last over a year without negatively affecting brew quality. The built in clock function can also double as a programmable timer, allowing for delayed brew times to suit the user's convenience. An "Aroma Button" is included for optimal quality coffee that works by slowly releasing small amounts of water that have reached the ideal brewing temperature. While this method takes considerably longer than a normal brew time, the company claims it to be worth the wait. In addition, the DCF212T features a "Pause And Serve" function that enables coffee to be taken before the pot is fully brewed.
