I was a little confused on what to do if I did not want to set a program to start the next morning. It stated it had to be unplugged when not in use.  Well, this is a new way of making coffee....keep it plugged in if you program it but unplug if you don’t. Add your coffee and fill up with the amount of water you need. Next morning plug it in and hit the little button to start.  But!! It makes great coffee and its good and hot!! for two hours.  Make sure to unplug it after the automatic shut off.  I love not having the glass pot!  So nice to put your cup against the bar and very soon you have a hot cup of coffee. The next person in line will get the same!!   Enjoy!