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How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker, With & Without Vinegar

Owning a Keurig means you no longer have to think about wrangling filters and ground coffee beans every morning. But many of us are guilty of not thinking about cleaning it often enough either — and that thing can get dirty. Like all coffee makers and single-serve coffee machines — as well as other home appliances like dishwashers, washing machines and ovens — Keurigs can serve as a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and mold if they are not regularly cleaned. Grossed out? Us too. Not only will regular cleanings extend the life of your appliance and protect your health, they'll also keep your coffee tasting great every day.

We asked Carolyn Forte, Executive Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Home Care & Cleaning Lab, for advice on how to maintain your go-to morning machine. Start by buying the following cleaning cleaning essentials, then follow the timeline below for how often you should clean every part of your coffee maker.

How to clean a Keurig every week:

Ideally, you'll want to wash the removable parts of your machine on a weekly basis, inside and out.

What you'll need:

Instructions:

  1. Unplug the machine.
  2. Disassemble the water tank, lid, mug tray and K-cup holder.
  3. Clean the mug tray and K-cup holder in warm, soapy water.
  4. For the water reservoir and lid, remove the water filter, then wipe the surfaces with a damp, soapy cloth.
  5. Rinse the reservoir and lid with water and let air dry (you don't want to dry it with a cloth since this could leave lint behind).
  6. Wipe down the exterior surface with a wet sponge.
  7. Replace all the removable parts and plug the machine back in.

Flavor Tip: Use a Keurig rinse pod once a week or after brewing a flavored drink to keep your morning coffee from tasting like last night's hot chocolate!

Replace your water filter every two months:

Every other month, you'll want to replace the water filter cartridge to keep your coffee tasting fresh.

What you'll need:

Instructions

  1. Start by soaking a new water filter cartridge in fresh water for five minutes, then rinse it for 60 seconds.
  2. Wash the mesh of the lower filter holder.
  3. Insert the cartridge into the upper filter holder, and snap on the lid.
  4. Finally, put it back into your reservoir and lock it into place.

Descale your Keurig every three to six months:

Hard water minerals can build up in your machine over time, which could affect how well it works. To prevent this, you'll want to descale your Keurig at least twice a year.

What you'll need:

Instructions

  1. Begin the descaling process by filling the reservoir with 16 ounces of white vinegar or Keurig Descaling Solution followed by 16 ounces of water.
  2. Start the largest brew size cycle without a K-cup and let the machine run as usual, using a mug to catch the liquid.
  3. Keep repeating this process until the ADD WATER indicator is illuminated.
  4. Let the brewer rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Empty and rinse the reservoir thoroughly. Fill it to the MAX line with fresh water and perform 12 rinsing brews using the largest brew size to remove any traces of vinegar or descaling solution.
  6. Brew coffee as usual.

Expert Tip: Simplify your Keurig coffee maker cleaning process further by scheduling your water filter cartridge replacement and descaling for the same day. Replacing the water filter cartridge immediately after de-scaling with vinegar will ensure that no vinegar taste remains for your next brew.

How to clean Keurig needles as needed:

When you see grounds in your K-cup holder, remove them with a sponge to prevent them from ending up in your beverage tomorrow morning. If you're still having trouble brewing, there may also be coffee grounds stuck in the needles, which punch the entrance and exit points where the water flows through the K-cups.

Instructions

  1. Unplug the machine.
  2. Separate the pod holder from the funnel and carefully use a paperclip to clear away any clogging debris lodged in the exit needle.
  3. The entrance needle under the brewer head can also be cleaned with a paper clip, but has two holes that need to be cleaned.
  4. Rinse the pod holder and funnel before reassembling.

If you own a Keurig Plus or 2.0 model, you can use the brewer maintenance accessory instead.

As long as you follow these steps, you won't have to worry about anything other than coffee being in your morning brew (well, unless you like yours with milk and sugar, that is!).

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How to clean a Keurig coffee maker – for consistently tasty brews |

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It’s a quick and easy way to make favorite brews, but it’s important to know how to clean a Keurig coffee maker to keep every drink tasty, and the machine looking its best.

While you might think you know how to clean a coffee maker, the Keurig requires little – but specific – attention. Add your Keurig into the routine for cleaning a kitchen so the task doesn’t get missed – both the interior and the exterior of the coffee maker need a little care. Limescale can build up inside the machine and compromise the taste and temperature of the coffee, so periodic descaling is essential, and other parts of the machine need regular attention as well.

Use our guide to cleaning a Keurig coffee maker to keep yours working just as it should for delicious drinks every time.

How to clean a Keurig coffee maker

Most Keurig machines are used for single-serve K-Cup pods, which are quick and easy to use. ‘Once you own a Keurig life becomes very simple,’ says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief of Homes & Gardens. 

‘There’s no fuss or mess and it’s really quick and easy to use. To keep your coffee tasting its best, however, it’s important to clean your Keurig coffee maker regularly.’ 

And, of course, if you've invested in the best coffee maker, you'll want to keep it in good-as-new condition. This is how to clean a Keurig coffee maker.

1. Descale a Keurig coffee maker

Owning a Keurig allows you to be your own barista from the comfort of your kitchen. Not only does it make the perfect coffee with everything from espresso to latte, but it can also make hot chocolate and tea, too. However, the coffee maker can build up mineral deposits inside which can affect the flavor of the drinks and their temperature, so descaling from time to time is essential.

All coffee machines are different, so it is important to refer to the manufacturer’s instructions before descaling your coffee machine, advises Lynsey Crombie, Queen of Clean .  ‘Some offer a cleaning solution specific to the brand,’ she says. ‘You can also purchase cleaning chemicals, which clean to an industrial standard. The most popular one is by a brand named Pulycaff.’

Aim to descale a Keurig every three to six months – or when the descale light comes on if your model has one. If the machine is noisy, the coffee isn’t as hot as it should be, or the taste is impaired, it’s also time to descale.

You can descale a Keurig using pantry ingredients. Start by getting all the descaling items together – white vinegar, water, and a cup to catch the drained solution.

First, turn off the Keurig coffee maker then empty its reservoir and remove any pods. Make a mix of equal parts water and white vinegar and run it through the machine just like you’d run a normal coffee process. Pour it into the reservoir, turn it on, press the cycle button and let the solution drain into a cup. 

You might need to repeat this a few times, depending on how scaly the coffee maker is. Keep following this routine until the water runs clear. Next, flush through with clean water a few times to remove any taste of vinegar.

2. Clean the exterior of a Keurig coffee maker

While the descaling process will clean a Keurig coffee maker on the inside, you should also clean any removable parts and leave to dry. 

You can take the water tank and lid, coffee pod holder and drip tray apart and wash them using dish soap and warm water. 

Wipe the exterior of the coffee maker with a clean sponge or paper towels and make sure you wipe the needles that puncture the coffee pods. Leave them all to dry naturally.

How often should you clean your Keurig?

Keurig recommends descaling its coffee makers every three to six months. Any mineral buildup can otherwise affect the machine’s smooth functioning.

You should also try to clean all the parts once a month for optimum hygiene and working efficiency. 

Alternative ways to descale a Keurig coffee maker

Keurig offers its own Descaling Solution , which we like using. It’s compatible with all Keurig K-Cup, Keurig 2.0, Rivo and Vue brewing systems.

If you don’t want to use vinegar or Keurig’s Descaling Solution, there are some other methods you can use. Surprisingly, denture tablets do the same job. Pop half a tablet in the K-Cup holder then run the coffee machine for three cycles and finish with a cycle or two of clean water until it runs clear.

Another idea is to use citric acid. Take a tablespoon of citric acid crystals to one gallon of water and run the Keurig a few times followed by clean water. Keep repeating until the water runs clear without any mineral or limescale deposits coming through.

What is the best way to clean a Keurig?

To clean a Keurig coffee maker on the inside, every three to six months, follow the descaling process and fill the reservoir with equal parts white vinegar and water or use Keurig’s Descaling Solution, following the instructions.  

Start the brew cycle without a K-cup and let the machine run as usual, using a mug to catch the liquid. Keep repeating this process until the add water indicator is illuminated.

How do you descale a Keurig coffee maker with vinegar?

To descale a Keurig coffee maker with vinegar, run a mix of equal parts water and white vinegar through the machine. Pour the solution into the reservoir, turn on the machine, press the cycle button, and allow the solution to drain into a cup. 

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90,000 manner of the coffee maker Keurig K • Express Essentials K-Cup Pod

Guide to the coffee maker Keurig K • Express Essentials K-Cup Pod

before cooking
  1. 111111111111 from the coffee maker. Plug in.
    Place a large mug (minimum 296 ml/10 oz) on the drip tray.
  2. Rinse and fill
    Remove the water tank cover, then lift the water tank up to remove it. If you have a Keurig® water filter, install it now. See instructions in the water filter starter kit.
    Rinse the tank with fresh water and fill it up to the MAX FILL mark.
    Replace the water tank, making sure the tank is properly seated in the base. Close the lid.
    NOTE: Do not use distilled water
  3. Raise and lower
    Raise and lower the handle. Do not insert a recyclable K-Cup® capsule*.
    The coffee maker will switch on automatically.
  4. Decoction
    3 cup sizes will flash. Press the 8 oz button to start the cleansing drink. Pour hot water into the sink.
    Do not remove the water tank or raise the handle after pressing the brew button until brewing is complete.
    The one-time setup process is now complete and you are ready to cook!
  5. Place mug and pod
    Place mug on drip tray. If you are using a travel mug, remove the drip tray and place the mug on the drip tray base. Raise the handle and place a recyclable* K-Cup® capsule into the K-Cup® capsule holder. Fully lower the handle to close the lid.
    Do not remove the foil cap from the recyclable* K-Cup®.
  6. Brew and enjoy!
    The 3 brew sizes will flash. Select and press the size of the drink. The light will be on while brewing. Cooking is complete when all sizes light up. Raise the handle and discard the recyclable* K-Cup® capsule (see instructions below).

    WARNING: Very hot water in the K-Cup® capsule holder during brewing. To avoid injury, do not lift the handle while brewing.
Coffee machine features

QUICK AND FRESH brew: Coffee is prepared in minutes.
COOKING SEQUENCE: Brew the second cup immediately, no need to wait for reheat.
TRAVEL MUG FRIENDLY: Holds travel mugs up to 17. 8 cm (7 inches) high.
EASY BUTTON CONTROLS: Simply insert any reusable* K-Cup® capsule and use the control buttons to prepare a delicious cup.
MAINTENANCE ALERT: Reminds you to descale after every 250 brews.
COMPATIBLE WITH MY K-CUP® UNIVERSAL
REUSABLE COFFEE FILTER: Brew ground coffee (sold separately).
Automatic switch-off automatically switches off the coffee maker 5 minutes after the last brew to save energy, but will be ready for preparation as soon as it is switched on again.

High Altitude To ensure proper operation of the coffee maker at high altitudes (1,500 meters/5,000 feet), set the coffee maker to High Altitude mode.

  1. Start with the coffee maker plugged in and off.
  2. Press and hold the POWER button and the 8 oz button for 3 seconds. The 10 oz button will light up to confirm that the high altitude brew mode is on.
  3. High Altitude Mode will remain on until steps 1-2 are repeated and the 10 oz indicator light turns off and the 6 oz indicator turns on to confirm that the high brew mode is off.

HIGH BREWERY: While holding the handle of the coffee maker up, slowly press the reprocessing* K-Cup® capsule in the holder until the bottom of the reprocessing* K-Cup® capsule is pierced by the exit needle.

Caring for your coffee maker

Regular cleaning keeps your coffee maker running smoothly. Always turn off the coffee maker and unplug it before cleaning.

Coffee maker Exterior

To keep your Keurig® coffee maker looking its best, clean the outside from time to time. Simply clean with a soap & lint-free non-abrasive cloth.
Never immerse the coffee maker in water or other liquids.

Drip Tray

The drip tray overflow must be emptied and cleaned from time to time. To remove, lift the base of the coffee maker, keeping it level so as not to spill. Rinse and clean with adamp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Handwash only.

Water tank

The water tank should be cleaned periodically by wiping the inside of the tank and the bottom of the lid with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. Do not wipe the inside of the water tank with a cloth, as fluff may remain on it. Let the tank dry completely. Handwash only.

Regular Maintenance

To keep your coffee tasting great, keep your coffee maker running at peak performance by following the recommended maintenance schedule:

To disable the descaling notification, follow the complete descaling procedure in this manual.

If the coffee maker has been stored or has not been used for several days, run a cleaning brew before making a drink.

Periodically hand washing water tank, lid and drip tray with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.

WARNING: Parts must not be washed in the dishwasher.

NOTE: Do not dry the inside of the water tank with a cloth, as fluff may remain on it.

K-Cup® Capsule Holder Assembly

bottom of the K-Cup® pod holder from below with another until it comes free. After cleaning, align the K-Cup® capsule holder with the opening, using the two front ribs as a guide, and lock it in place at the top.

WARNING: There are sharp needles that pierce a recyclable* K-Cup® capsule above the K-Cup® capsule holder and at the bottom of the K-Cup® capsule holder. To avoid the risk of injury, do not insert your fingers into the K-Cup® capsule holder.
NOTE: Always remove and recycle used K-Cup® Recyclable Capsules* after brewing.

funnel

Rinsing the funnel guarantees a fresh drink. The funnel should be cleaned regularly and can be removed from the K-Cup® capsule holder by pulling on it until it pops out. To replace it, orient the latches to the notch and simply snap it onto the K-Cup® holder.

Exit needle

Remove the container holder assembly and remove the funnel. Locate the exit needle on the inside of the K-Cup® capsule holder. Insert a straightened paper clip into the exit needle to remove coffee residue.

Feed needle

Lift the handle of the coffee maker and locate the feed needle on the underside of the lid. To clear the holes in the needle, hold the handle of the coffee maker in the up position and, with your other hand, carefully insert a straightened paperclip into all the holes. Gently move it around to loosen the coffee grounds. Fully lower the handle and run the cleansing decoction twice. Do not insert a recyclable K-Cup® capsule*.

Descaling procedure

Note: it is necessary to complete the complete descaling procedure for the descaling indicator to turn off.

You will need: large ceramic mug (296 ml/10 oz minimum), fresh water, Keurig® descaling solution and access to a sink. Don't use a paper cup. Make sure there are no drink capsules in the K-Cup® holder. The descaling procedure takes about 20 minutes.

STEP 1. Prepare the coffee maker
Pour the entire bottle of Keurig® Descaler into the empty water tank.
Then fill the empty bottle with water and pour it into the water tank.

Do not insert the recyclable K-Cup® capsule*.
Place a large mug on the drip tray

STEP 2: Descale the coffee maker
To activate the descaling mode, turn the coffee maker on and off, then press and hold the 6 oz and 10 oz buttons together for 3 seconds.
When blinking, press the 8oz button to start the descaling process.
When brewing is finished, pour the hot liquid down the sink.
Continue brewing 8 oz until the ADD WATER indicator lights up.

STEP 3: Rinsing with fresh water
Drain the water tank and fill with fresh water up to the MAX mark.
When blinking, press the 8 oz button to start the flush process.
When brewing is finished, pour the hot liquid down the sink.
Continue brewing 8 oz until the DESCALING notification turns off.
The coffee maker has now exited the descaling mode and is ready for use.
NOTE: The cleansing action of Keurig® Descaler Solution may cause “foam” to form in the coffee maker. This is natural, as the solution reacts with scale inside. A coffee maker with a lot of scale may not fill properly after adding a descaling agent. If this happens, you may only see little or no dispensing followed by a blowing sound. If this happens:

Problem Solving

Ground in your coffee

Earth may accumulate in exit or entry needles and can be cleared with a straightened paper clip or similar tool.

For optimal enjoyment and limiting the amount of grind in the cup when brewing with hot water, or when changing from pod to non-pod brewing (e.g. tea or cocoa), clean the exit and inlet needles according to the instructions provided and perform 2 cleaning cycles. brewing. .

The coffee maker does not brew

Partial cup preparation

The coffee maker does not work or turns off

Tips

Water quality varies greatly. If you notice an undesirable taste in your drink (such as chlorine or minerals), we recommend using bottled or filtered water. Do not use distilled water.

Service

In addition to these recommended cleaning and maintenance procedures, this coffee maker is not user serviceable. For service, refer to the Warranty section of this manual.

Memory

Empty the water tank before storing or transporting and make sure you store the coffee maker in a safe and frost-free place. When preparing for use after storage, we recommend that you rinse the water tank with fresh water and descale the coffee maker as described in the Descaling the coffee maker section.

If you plan to move the coffee maker to another location, turn off the coffee maker, unplug it and empty the water tank. If your coffee maker has been at temperatures below freezing, be sure to let it warm up to room temperature.
temperature for at least 2 hours before use.

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Warranty

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. (Keurig) warrants your coffee maker to be free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal domestic use for one year from the date of purchase. It is recommended that you register your coffee maker at keurig.ca/welcome so that your purchase information is stored in our system. Keurig will, at its option, repair or replace a defective coffee maker free of charge after receipt of proof of date of purchase. If a replacement coffee maker is required to service this warranty, it may be new or refurbished. If a replacement coffee maker is shipped, the new coffee maker will be covered by a one-year limited warranty.

This warranty only applies to coffee makers in the US and Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and, in the case of Canada, from province to province.

Using only genuine Keurig® K-Cup® capsules and accessories will ensure the proper function and life of your Keurig® coffee maker. Any damage or malfunction to your coffee maker resulting from the use of third party capsules and accessories may not be covered by this warranty or may incur a service charge if it is determined that the damage or malfunction was caused by such use.

WHAT IS NOT A LIMITED WARRANTY?

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, AND DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL COSTS OR EXPENSES RELATED TO ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you depending on the state or province in which you made your purchase.
This warranty also does not cover damage caused by the use of third party capsules or accessories, services performed by anyone other than Keurig or its authorized service providers, use of parts other than original Keurig® parts, or external causes such as misuse , misuse, etc. inappropriate power supply or natural disasters.

OTHER LIMITATIONS

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER LIMITATIONS
EXPRESS WARRANTY, WRITTEN OR ORAL. AT
ADDITION, KEURIG HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REGARDING YOUR KEURIG® COFFEE MARK, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states or provinces do not allow the disclaimer of such implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you depending on the state or province in which you purchased.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE?

Keurig® coffee makers are high-quality appliances that, with proper care, are designed to give years of trouble-free operation. However, should the need for warranty service arise, simply call Keurig Customer Service toll-free at 1-800-361-5628. Do not return your coffee maker for service without first contacting Keurig Customer Service to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Keurig® coffee makers returned without an RMA number will be returned to the sender unserviced.

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Operation and Care Guidance

Get a maximum of your new Keurig®

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    Single cup - Place a large mug (minimum 12 ounces) on the drip tray.
    Carafe - Rinse the decanter and place it on the heating plate.
  • Rinse and fill
    Remove the water tank cover, then lift the water tank up to remove it.
    If you have a Keurig® water filter, install it now. See instructions in the water filter starter kit.
    Fill the tank with fresh water up to MAX fill line.
    Put the water tank back in place, making sure that the latches click into place on the brewer.
  • Cleansing Brew - One Cup
    Press OZ power button on the side with one cup. Do not insert K-Cup® destination port Press 8 buttons to start decoction - OZ button
    will flash green while the coffee maker is heating up. After heating OZ The button will turn green and the cleansing drink will be dispensed. Pour hot water
    into the sink.
    NOTE: Between brew cycles, the brewery can take up to a minute to warm up.
  • Turn on - Carafe
    Fill the tank up to the MAX fill line, and then press the CUPS button to turn on the carafe side. Do not fill filter basket with coffee grounds. CUPS The button will light green and the 3 brew size buttons will flash blue.
  • Decoction - Carafe Press button 8 buttons to start the cleansing drink - the button will light up blue.
    CUPS The button will turn red to indicate that the heating plate is on when the cleansing drink is complete. Press and hold the CUPS button to turn off the heating plate and pour hot water into the sink.
    The single cup setting process is now complete and you are ready to brew!
    • Brew your first one cup
    1. Place mug and pod
      Place mug on drip tray.
      If you are using a travel mug, remove the drip tray and place the mug on the drip tray base. Raise the handle and place the K-Cup® capsule into the K-Cup® capsule holder. Fully lower the handle to close the lid.
      Brewing at high altitude: While holding the handle of the brewer up, slowly press the K-Cup® capsule in the holder until the bottom of the K-Cup® capsule is pierced by the exit needle.

    2. Boil and enjoy!
      Press the OZ button, then select the drink size. Then OZ The button and the drink size button will light up during preparation - about 1 minute.
      Preparation is complete when the beverage size button is no longer illuminated. Raise the handle and discard the used K-Cup®. The brewer will.
      is ready to brew another cup in about a minute.
      We recommend using Keurig® Rinse or running Cleansing Decoction immediately after steeping hot cocoa or other sweetened capsules to save
      needles are clean.
      NOTE: The brew buttons will be disabled after 60 seconds. To reactivate, press OZ or CUPS.

    Brew your first carafe
    1. Place carafe and fill basket Fill water tank to MAX fill line. Remove the filter basket drawer by pulling it outward and inserting the 12-cup paper.
      filter in the filter basket. Add the desired amount of ground coffee (recommended 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup). Fully insert the filter basket drawer and make sure that the carafe is on the heating plate.
      NOTE: Maximum capacity of regular ground coffee is 15 tablespoons and 12 decaffeinated tablespoons. Exceeding this number may cause an overflow.
    2. Brew and enjoy!
      Press CUPS and select the brew size. When brewing is complete, the heating plate will automatically turn on and remain on for 2 hours. CUPS the button will turn red. To turn off the heating plate, press and hold CUPS button until the indicator goes out.
      If you accidentally turn off the heating plate, press and hold the CUPS button until the red light turns on to turn it on again.
    Features Brewer

    Smart Start heats and then brews in one simple process. No need to wait for the coffee maker to heat up before choosing the size of the drink. Turn on the coffee maker, add coffee and select the brewing volume. The brewer will heat up and then start brewing automatically.

    Single cup auto shut off automatically switches off your brewery 60 seconds after the last brew to save energy.

    Carafe auto-off automatically turns off the heating plate 2 hours after the last brew to save energy.

    Pause and pour a cup in the middle of brewing while brewing a decanter using the 20 second auto pause function.

    NOTE: If the carafe is removed for more than 20 seconds, the filter basket may overflow.

    Brewer Care

    Regular cleaning keeps your brewery running smoothly. Always turn off the brewery and unplug it before cleaning.
    To keep needles clean, we recommend using a Keurig® Rinse Pod rinse or a cleansing drink immediately after brewing hot cocoa or other sweetened pods.

    WARNING: Parts must not be washed in the dishwasher.

    Brewer Exterior
    Keep your Keurig® brewery at its best by cleaning the exterior from time to time. Simply clean with a soap & lint-free non-abrasive cloth.
    Never immerse the brewery in water or other liquids.

    Drip Tray
    The drip tray can hold up to 8 oz of overflow and should be emptied and cleaned from time to time. To remove, slide it towards you while holding it at the same level
    to avoid spillage. Clean with ads & soapy lint-free non-abrasive cloth.

    Carafe and carafe lid
    Carafe and carafe lid must be cleaned after each brewing. Rinse and clean with a soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.

    Hot plate
    When the hot plate is completely cool, wipe it gently with a clean, damp cloth. Never use harsh abrasives or cleaners to clean the heating plate.

    Water tank and tank cover
    The water tank cover and water tank should be cleaned periodically with a soapy, non-abrasive cloth. Rinse the tank thoroughly after cleaning. This ensures that no cleaning solutions remain in the room, as they can contaminate the water. After rinsing, fill the tank with clean water and return it to the brewer. Do not dry the inside of the water tank with a cloth, as fluff may remain on it. The water tank cover and water tank cannot be washed in a dishwasher.

    NOTE: If you are using a water filter inside the water tank, remove it before cleaning. The filter cartridge should be changed regularly according to the filter instructions.

    Filter basket and filter basket drawer
    Remove the filter basket drawer from the brewhouse. Remove and discard paper filter and ground coffee. Wash the filter basket and filter basket drawer with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Dry all parts after use.

    NOTE: Coffee grounds should be discarded and the filter basket should be rinsed after brewing or partially with the daily cleaning procedure.

    K-Cup® Pod Holder
    To remove the K-Cup® Pod Holder from the brewery, lift the handle and grasp the top of the K-Cup® Pod Holder with one hand while pressing down on the bottom of the K-Cup® Pod Holder. K-Cup® capsules from bottom to top with the other hand. until you let go. After cleaning, align the K-Cup® capsule holder with hole
    using the two front ribs as a guide, and snap into place at the top.

    CAUTION: There are sharp needles that pierce the K-Cup® Capsule above the K-Cup® Capsule Holder and at the bottom of the K-Cup® Capsule Holder. To avoid the risk of injury, do not insert your fingers into the K-Cup® Capsule Holder.

    NOTE: Used K-Cup® Pods should be removed from the K-Cup® Pod Holder after brewing or partially during daily cleaning.

    funnel
    The funnel can be removed from the K-Cup® capsule holder by pulling on it until it pops out. To replace it, orient the latches to the notch and simply snap it onto the K-Cup® holder.

    Exit needle
    Remove the capsule holder assembly and detach the funnel. Locate the exit needle on the inside of the K-Cup® capsule holder. Insert a straightened paper clip into the exit needle to loosen the coffee grounds.

    Inlet needle
    Lift the brewer's handle and locate the inlet needle on the underside of the lid. To clear all three holes in the needle, hold the handle of the brewer up and with your other hand carefully insert a straightened paperclip into all three holes. Gently move it around to release the coffee grounds. Fully lower the handle and run two brew cycles with water only. Do not insert a K-Cup® capsule.

    TIP: Visit support.keurig.com for video instructions on how to clean the inlet/outlet needles.

    Descaling the brewer

    As part of your scheduled preventive maintenance, you should descale your coffee maker every 3 months (or if you are running low on coffee or performance is declining). Follow the descaling procedure correctly.

    Depending on the mineral content of your water, calcium deposits or scale may form in the coffee maker. Scale is non-toxic, but if left unattended it can reduce a brewer's performance. Descaling the coffee maker regularly every 3 months helps to preserve the heating element and other internal parts that come into contact with water.
    water. Calcium deposits can build up faster, requiring more frequent descaling.

    Descaling procedure
    Before you begin, you will need a large ceramic mug, fresh water, Keurig® descaling solution, and access to a sink. Don't use a paper cup. Make sure there are no drink capsules in the K-Cup® capsule holder. Wait approximately 75 minutes for descaling.
    Empty the water tank. If you are using a Keurig® Water Filter, remove it and set it aside.

    STEP 1: Rinse with descaling solution
    Switch off the brewery.
    Pour the entire bottle of Keurig® Descaler into the empty water tank. Then fill the empty bottle with water and pour it into the water tank. Do not add any
    K-Cup® capsules or ground coffee.

    Place a large mug on the drip tray, then press the OZ button to turn on the single cup side. press 12 buttons to start the rinse aid for one cup. Pour the hot liquid down the sink.

    Make sure that the carafe is on the heating plate. press the CUPS button to turn on the carafe side, then press the 12 button to start the carafe rinser. When brewing is complete, pour the hot liquid down the sink. Press and hold the button CUPS button to turn off the heating plate.

    STEP 2: Rinse and rest
    Let the tea stand for at least 30 minutes.
    After 30 minutes, empty the remaining solution from the water tank and rinse thoroughly.

    STEP 3: Fresh water rinse
    Fill the water tank with fresh water up to MAX fill line. Make sure the carafe is on the hot plate. press the CUPS button to turn on the carafe side, then press the button 12 button to start brewing water in the carafe. When brewing is complete, press and hold button CUPS heating plate off button. Pour
    hot liquid into the sink.

    Fill the water tank to MAX fill line. Repeat rinsing the 12-cup carafe 3 more times for a total of 4 preparations. Fill the water tank and place a large mug on the drip tray. press the OZ button to turn on the one cup side, then press the 12 button to start dispensing one cup of water. Repeat 12 oz
    brew the process three more times for a total of 4 brews.

    NOTE: The cleansing action of Keurig® Descaling Solution may result in “foam” from the brewery. This is natural as the solution reacts with scale inside. In a brewery with heavy scale deposits, it may not pour properly after adding the descaling agent. If this happens, you may only see a small amount of product dispensed, or no product at all, followed by the sound of air being blown out. If this happens:

    Problem Solving

    Ground in your coffee
    Earth may accumulate in exit or entry needles and can be cleared with a straightened paper clip or similar tool.

    Reinstalling the filter basket drawer
    To reinstall the filter basket drawer, align the tab on the filter basket drawer with the guides on the front of the brewery. Insert the tongue into the guides and press it until it clicks.

    The brewer will not brew

    Preparing an incomplete cup or carafe

    The brewer has no power or is shutting down

    Helpful Hints
    Water quality varies greatly. If you notice an undesirable taste in your drink (such as chlorine or minerals), we recommend using bottled or filtered water. Do not use distilled water. You can also install a Keurig® water filter to help remove water impurities and improve the taste of your drink.

    Carafe brewing

    Service
    In addition to these recommended cleaning and maintenance procedures, this brewery is not user serviceable. For service, refer to the Warranty section of this manual.

    Memory
    Empty the water tank before storage or transport and take care to store the coffee maker in a safe and frost-free place. Be sure to store the coffee maker in an upright position to avoid water leaking from the internal tank. If you store your coffee maker in a cold environment, you risk freezing inside the coffee maker and damaging it. When preparing to use it after storage, we recommend rinsing the water tank with fresh water and making three rinsing drinks without the K-Cup® pod, and making coffee from the 12-cup carafe without ground coffee.
    If you plan to move the brewery to another location, turn off the brewer, unplug it from the mains and drain the water from the tank. If your brewery has been below freezing, let it warm up to room temperature for at least 2 hours before using.

    WARNING: Make sure the coffee maker is turned off and the heating plate has cooled to room temperature before storing.

    NOTE: If the brewery needs to be stored for an extended period of time (several months or more), a complete descaling can be done before and after storage to ensure the best condition of the brewer.

    Warranty
    ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

    Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. (Keurig) warrants your brewery to be free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal home use for one year from the date of purchase. It is recommended that you register your brewer at keurig.com/new so that your purchase information is stored in our system. Keurig, at its option, will repair or replace a defective brewery free of charge upon receipt of proof of date of purchase. If a replacement brewery is required to service this warranty, the replacement brewery may be new or refurbished. If a new brewery is shipped, the new brewer will be covered by a new one-year limited warranty.

    This warranty only applies to breweries operating in the US and Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and, in the case of Canada, from province to province.

    Using only genuine Keurig® K-Cup® capsules and accessories ensures the proper function and life of your Keurig® brewer. Any damage or malfunction to your brewery resulting from the use of third party capsules and accessories may not be covered by this warranty or may incur a service charge if the damage or malfunction is determined to have been caused by such use.

    WHAT IS NOT A LIMITED WARRANTY?
    THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR INCIDENTAL EXPENSES OR EXPENSES ARISING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, EVEN INTENDED. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you depending on the state or province in which you made your purchase.

    This warranty also does not cover damage caused by the use of third party capsules or accessories, services performed by anyone other than Keurig or its authorized service providers, the use of parts other than genuine Keurig® parts, or external causes such as improper use, misuse, etc. inappropriate power supply or natural disasters.

    OTHER LIMITATIONS
    THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL. FURTHER, KEURIG HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REGARDING YOUR K-ELITE™ BREWER, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states or provinces do not allow the disclaimer of such implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you depending on the state or province in which you purchased.

    HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE?
    Keurig® brewers are high quality brewers designed to provide years of satisfactory performance with proper care. However, should the need for warranty service arise, simply call Keurig Customer Service toll-free at 1.866.901? BREW (2739). Do not return the brewery for service without first consulting with Keurig Customer Service to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Keurig® brewers returned without an RMA number will be returned to the sender unserviced.

    K-Duo Essentials® Coffee Maker

    A. Water tank cover
    B. Water tank
    C. MAX fill line
    D. Water tank latch grooves
    E. Power cord
    F. Handle D. Lead
    H. K-Cup® Capsule Holder (H and I are K-Cup® Capsule Holder Assembly)
    I. Funnel
    Container Assembly Body J. K-Cup®
    K. Drip Tray
    L. Tray drip tray
    M. Drip tray base
    N. Carafe and lid
    O. Hot plate
    P. Filter basket
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