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Cleaning External Parts
Regular cleaning of the Brewer’s external
components is recommended.
1. Never immerse the base unit in water or
other liquids. The Housing and other exter-
nal components may be cleaned with a
soapy, damp, non-abrasive cloth.
2. The Drip Tray can accumulate up to 8
ounces of overflow. The Drip Tray and Drip
Tray Plate should be periodically inspected
and rinsed clean. To remove the Drip Tray
Assembly, simply slide it toward you, keep-
ing it level at all times to avoid spilling.
The Drip Tray and Drip Tray Plate are dish-
washer safe.
Cleaning the K-Cup®Portion Pack
Holder Assembly
1. Cleaning the Parts
The K-Cup Holder Assembly is dishwasher
safe. To remove from the Brewer, open the
cover by lifting the Handle. Grasp the top of
the K-Cup Holder with one hand while push-
ing up on the bottom of the K-Cup Holder
from underneath with the other until it releas-
es. After cleaning, align the K-Cup Holder
with the opening using the two front ribs as a
guide and snap into place from the top.
2. Cleaning the Funnel
The Funnel can be removed from the K-Cup
Holder by pulling on it until it snaps off. The
Funnel is dishwasher safe. To replace it just
snap it back onto the K-Cup Holder Assembly.
3. Cleaning the Exit Needle
The Exit Needle is located on the inside bot-
tom of the K-Cup Holder Assembly. Should a
clog arise due to coffee grinds, it can be
cleaned using a paper clip or similar tool.
Remove K-Cup Holder, insert the paper clip
into the Needle to loosen the clog and push it
out. The K-Cup Holder is dishwasher safe.
Cleaning the Water Reservoir
and Water Reservoir Lid
The Water Reservoir Lid should be cleaned
with a damp soapy non-abrasive cloth. Lid
should not be put into the dishwasher.
The Water Reservoir can be placed into the
dishwasher for cleaning or can be cleaned
with soapy water and rinsed thoroughly.
Do not dry the inside of the Water Reservoir
with a cloth as lint may remain.
SECTION 3CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: There are sharp needles that
puncture the K-Cup above the K-Cup Holder
and in the bottom of the K-Cup Holder. To
avoid risk of injury, do not put your fingers
in the K-Cup Chamber.
CAUTION: Please rinse the Water Reservoir
thoroughly after cleaning to ensure that no
cleaners or cleaning solutions remain in
this area as they may contaminate the
water supply in the Brewer.
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. Scale is
non-toxic, but left unattended, it can hinder
Brewer performance. De-scaling your Brewer
helps maintain the heating element, and other
internal parts of the Brewer that come in
contact with water.
The Brewer should be de-scaled every 6
months to ensure optimal performance. It is
possible for calcium deposits to build up
faster, making it necessary to de-scale
more often.
This Brewer is equipped with sensors to
detect when scale buildup is interfering with
the performance of the Brewer. When this is
detected, 'DE-SCALE' will be displayed on the
LCD Control Center.
You should promptly de-scale if ‘DE-SCALE’ is
displayed on the LCD Control Center. Properly
follow the de-scaling procedure described.
De-Scaling
a. PREPARE
Step 1: Make sure you have at least 48
ounces of undiluted white vinegar on hand.
You will also need an empty sink and a
ceramic cup (do not use a paper cup.)
Step 2: Empty the water in the Water
Reservoir.
b. FILL AND CLEAN
Step 1: Pour the vinegar into the Water
Reservoir and fill it to the line just below
the top edge of the clear viewing area.
Step 2: Place a ceramic cup in the Drip
Tray and run a brew cycle. DO NOT USE A
K-CUP®portion pack just press the Travel
Mug Button. Pour the contents of the cup
into the sink.
Step 3: Repeat the brew process until the
Water Reservoir is empty, pouring the
contents of the cup into the sink after each
cycle. Remember to open and close the lid
between each cycle so the cup sizes
will flash.
Step 4: Rinse the Water Reservoir thor-
oughly and fill with fresh water.
Step 5: Now let the Brewer stand for at
least 4 hours while still on.
c. RINSE
Step 1: Ensure the Water Reservoir is filled
with fresh water.
Step 2: Place a ceramic cup on the Drip
Tray and run a regular brew cycle. Pour the
contents of the cup into the sink.
Step 3: Repeat brew process until the
Water Reservoir is empty.
Step 4: You may need to perform addition-
al rinse cycles if you notice any residual
taste.
NOTE: If 'DE-SCALE' is still displayed on
the LCD Control Center after completing
the procedure, repeat the de-scaling
procedure above.
NOTE: The Brewer will continue to function
even when 'DE-SCALE' is displayed.
However, if you do not de-scale soon after
it is displayed, continued scale build-up
could damage the Brewer.If this occurs,
'DE-SCALE' will begin to blink to alert you
to the potential damage to the Brewer if you
do not de-scale immediately.
DE-SCALE
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