Black & Decker
CM4000S Coffee Maker

by Alex Warren
(Ayden, NC)

Question:

Is the digital display on my new Black & Decker Model CM4000S coffee maker supposed to be illuminated? It isn't. The instruction sheet uses words like: "illuminates" and "flashes" but the only light on the unit is the ON/OFF button. I can barely read the clock or other words on the display. Thanks.

Alex Warren

Answer:
Since this is a new item, there isn't much information on it. But I did find a listing of the features of this coffee maker. I couldn't find any mention of illuminates or flashes. It did say it was an LED display, which should be illuminated as that is how they work. The LED is a light emitting diode, so in order to see the display, it would have to be illuminated. If you can see the display, then it is being illuminated. However, if you can barely see it, you should probably return it. It should be easy to read, and well lighted, not dim. As for the flashing, that is probably like when the power goes out and you are seeing flashing numbers to let you know it needs to be set up again.

Here are some of the other features of the Black & Decker CM4000:
  • Brew strength selector
  • Programmable clock
  • Auto brew
  • Speed brew technology
  • 2 hour automatic shutoff
  • Water tank
  • Water reservoir that is easy to fill
  • Parts are dishwasher safe
  • Automatic cleaning system
  • Duralife carafe
  • Sneak-a-Cup feature
  • Warming plate that is non-stick and stain resistant
  • Filter basket is removable
  • Nata filter ready
  • Two year limited warranty
  • Built-in cord storage
  • Unit and carafe has stainless steel accents


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    CM4000S Coffee Maker

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    May 12, 2017
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    starstarstarstarstar     		Beep NEW
    by: Tom Madracki

    I just bought my second one, the first one had gotten a little crusty over the years. The only difference I can notice is that the BEEP when the coffee finishes has been removed. It says it beeps after a cleaning cycle, but not at the end of a normal brew cycle. $33 at Walmart.
    Dec 28, 2013
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    starstarstarstar     		Clock display NEW
    by: Renee

    I am pleased with the coffee it makes, and the beep does not annoy me. I found the manual on-line, it was not hard to locate, as I went on Google for Black and Decker Coffee Maker manual. I have the CM4000S model and am just disappointed that the clock does not light up, but will not return it for that issue - I have other clocks in the house.
    Jul 29, 2013
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    star     		Display time NEW
    by: Anonymous

    I can't believe it ! You pay $30+ to hear a beep every morning and not be able to see the time. I have always purchased Black & Decker coffee makers and I can hardly wait until I need a new coffee maker. I am not sure if it will be a Black and Decker again.
    Jun 11, 2013
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    star     		Background display has no light NEW
    by: Disgusted with CM4000S

    Just bought the B&D CM4000S today, 6/11/2013 after returning a Faberware 12 machine to Walmart. The display light does not work. Has not made one cup of coffee yet. Will return tomorrow. What a piece of junk.
    Mar 15, 2013
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    starstar     		Hate the beep! NEW
    by: Anonymous

    I wish I could disable the extremely loud beep!!
    I also wish I could see the display & time on the
    coffee maker. It does make a good cup of coffee and I hate to return it but am irritaed every morning the beep blasts away!! Wish that little feature had been mentioned on the side of the box.
    Feb 19, 2013
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    starstarstarstarstar     		manual NEW
    by: Anonymous

    my dog tore my manual up before is was able to read it and cant seem to find it online, since the led is hard to see i dont know why it only makes 4 cups at a time een tho i've pressed the cup button diffrent ways i want a full pot to be made not 4 at a time thanks for any help
    Nov 19, 2012
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    starstar     		need ear plugs NEW
    by: Anonymous

    Makes good coffee but that loud beep really makes you mad before your first cup. Took it apart to disable it and it can't! Install ear plugs then shoot it with shot gun after it makes a pot of coffee.
    Nov 19, 2012
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    starstar     		need ear plugs NEW
    by: Anonymous

    Makes good coffee but that loud beep really makes you mad before your first cup. Took it apart to disable it and it can't! Install ear plugs then shoot it with shot gun after it makes a pot of coffee.
    Oct 19, 2012
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    starstarstarstarstar     		Get your earplugs NEW
    by: Coaster

    Don't stand too close to the unit when it finishes brewing or you'll be deafened by the blast from the beeper alert. There does not appear to be a way to muffle it or disable it.
    Sep 03, 2012
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    starstarstarstarstar     		Brews too slow NEW
    by: Anonymous

    Our new coffee maker is so SLOW!!!! It took almost an hour this morning. Is anyone else experiencing this?
    Apr 23, 2012
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    starstar     		Got what wife paid for NEW
    by: Stan

    The coffee maker is about three months old. I agree with the LED has no back light and when "auto" is set I have to stoop and bend around to see if display implies "AUTO" is displayed. The writing on the button you push to set the AUTO has worn completely off. The HOT PLATE coating is already pealing off, and I cannot find a web site to find a user manual.
    Apr 18, 2012
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    starstarstarstarstar     		display NEW
    by: menolike

    The display is not lit. Unfortunately, Black and Decker didn't think it important enough to placed a light on the "LCD" display. They should have used an LED display in which case they wouldn't need a light. But, anything to save a penny. Thus, no light, no see anything in a dark environment. Shame.
    Apr 01, 2012
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    starstarstar     		Display
    by: Anonymous

    Can barely see my display also. I did see another model that didn't list model number that said it had a blue lighted display. I guess they realized they used the wrong type of light and have now changed it on a later model
    Jan 04, 2012
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    starstarstarstarstar     		Dark display
    by: Anonymous

    I came here with the same concern: I can barely see the display. Sounds like that may be the way it's designed. The first pot of coffee I made was good, but I'm reluctant to keep the thing if it's always going to be hard to read the time, etc.
    Dec 14, 2011
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    starstarstarstarstar     		Illumination
    by: Anne

    My display is impossible to read also. Y ou would think it should be illuminated!

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