Cuisinart SS-300 manual Cleaning the Water Reservoir, Emptying the Internal Water Tank

3.Cleaning the Exit Needle –

The exit needle is located on the inside bottom of the K-Cup®holder assembly. Should a clog arise because of coffee grounds, it can be cleaned using a paper clip or similar tool. Remove K-Cup®holder and insert the paper clip to loosen the clog and push it out.

CAUTION: There are sharp needles that puncture the K-Cup®above and below. To avoid risk of injury, do not put your fingers in the K-Cup®Assembly Housing.

Cleaning the Water Reservoir

It is normal over time for discoloration, spotting or staining to appear in the water reservoir. Results will vary depending on the mineral content of the bottled or filtered water used but will not affect the operation of the brewer. However, be sure to clean the water reservoir regularly to minimize build- up.

Clean inside the water reservoir with a damp, lint-free cloth as necessary.

Emptying the Internal Water Tank

Brewer must be powered off but plugged in.

1.Lower the reservoir lid.

2.Place a mug on the drip tray.

3.Press and hold down the Brew button and continue to hold until all the water is dispensed into the mug.

There will be a 3- to 5-second delay before water begins to dispense.

De-Scaling your Brewer

Mineral content in water varies from place to place. Depending on the mineral content of the water in your area, calcium deposits or scale may build up in your brewer. Though scale is non-toxic, it can hinder brewer performance. De-scaling your brewer will help maintain the heating element and other parts that come in contact with water.

For optimal performance, de-scale your brewer every 3 to 6 months. It is possible for calcium deposits to build up faster, making it necessary to de-scale more often.

Note: Before de-scaling your brewer remember to remove the charcoal water filter from the water filter holder located in the water reservoir.

To begin, you will need the following:

•20 ounces of distilled white vinegar

•12-ounce ceramic mug (do not use paper cup)

•Access to a sink

Step 1: First Vinegar Rinse

•Fill water reservoir with 10 ounces of undiluted white vinegar.

•Place the ceramic mug on the drip tray.

•Lift the brewer handle, but do not add a K-Cup®.

•After all the vinegar has drained, lower the brewer handle and press the Hot Water button.

•The Hot Water button will illuminate blue, indicating the brewer is heating.

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