Keurig V500 Caring For Your Brewer, Cleaning & Maintenance, De-ScalingYour Brewer, Prepare, Rinse

SECTION 5

Caring For Your Brewer

	Cleaning & Maintenance
	Cleaning External Parts
	Cleaning of the brewer’s external parts is recommended
	one to two times per month. Never immerse the
	brewer in water or other liquids. The Housing and other
	external parts may be cleaned with a soapy, damp,
	non-abrasive cloth.
	The Drip Tray can accumulate up to 12 oz. of overflow.
	The Drip Tray and the Adjustable Drip Tray Plate should be
	periodically inspected and rinsed clean. To remove the Drip
	Tray, simply slide it toward you, keeping it level at all times to
	avoid spilling. The Drip Tray should be cleaned with a soapy,
	damp, non-abrasive cloth. The Drip Tray and Adjustable
	Drip Tray Plate should not be placed in the dishwasher.
	Cleaning The Brew HEAD
	Step 1 Lift the Handle.
	Step 2 Grip from bottom of Brew Head and pull the Brew
1	Head toward you to remove.
	Carefully clean the Brew Head with a soapy, damp,
	non-abrasive cloth and rinse thoroughly. The Brew
2	Head should not be placed in the dishwasher.

Return the Brew Head by sliding it gently back into place until you hear a click. Lower the Handle and you are ready to brew again.

Cleaning the Water Reservoir &

Water Reservoir Lid

Clean the Water Reservoir and Lid with a damp, soapy, non-abrasive cloth and rinse thoroughly. Do not dry the inside of the Water Reservoir with a cloth as lint may remain. The Water Reservoir and Lid should not be placed in the dishwasher.

CAUTION: 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.

SECTION 5

Caring For Your 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 system and other internal parts of the brewer that come in contact with water.

The brewer should be de-scaled every three to six months to ensure optimal performance. It is possible for calcium deposits to build up faster, making it necessary to de-scale more often.

The de-scale process requires the brewer to stand for at least 4 hours. During this period, the brewer should not be used to brew beverages.

Prepare

Step 1 To begin, you will need:

•At least 48 oz. of undiluted white vinegar

•A large ceramic mug, at least 10 oz. (do not use a paper cup)

•A clean, empty Vue® pack cup

Step 2 Empty the water in the Water Reservoir.

Step 3 Disable “Auto Off” and “On/Off Time” settings (refer to pages 17 and 18).

Fill & Clean

Step 1 Pour at least 48 oz. of the vinegar into the Water Reservoir.

Step 2 Place the mug on the Drip Tray Plate. Lift the Handle and insert a clean, empty Vue® pack cup. Lower the Handle and press “BREW.” The brewer will dispense 8 oz. of hot vinegar into your mug. Dispose of the vinegar.

Step 3 Repeat the process until “Add Water” is indicated. Step 4 Let the brewer stand for at least 4 hours while still on.

Step 5 Discard the remaining vinegar from the Water Reservoir and rinse the Reservoir thoroughly. Remove the empty Vue® pack cup from the brewer.

Rinse

Step 1 Ensure the Water Reservoir is filled with fresh water.

Step 2 Place a large mug on the Drip Tray Plate and run a cleansing brew. Pour the contents of the large mug into the sink.

Step 3 Repeat the cleansing brew process until “Add Water” is indicated.

Step 4 You may need to perform additional cleansing brew cycles (refer to page 15) if you notice any residual taste.

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