Keurig B145 Coffeemaker User Manual


 
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SECTION 3
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
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 external
components may be cleaned with a soapy,
damp, non-abrasive cloth.
2. The Drip Tray can accumulate up to 230 ml
(8 oz) 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, keeping it
level at all times to avoid spilling. The Drip Tray
and Drip Tray Plate are dishwasher 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 pushing up
on the bottom of the K-Cup
®
Holder from
underneath with the other until it releases. 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 bottom
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 remove it. 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.
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 inter-
nal 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, the amber light next to 'DE-SCALE'
will be illuminated.
K-Cup Holder
Assembly
K-Cup Holder
Funnel
CAUTION: There are sharp needles that
puncture the K-Cup above the K-Cup Holder
and in the bottom of the K-Cup Holder. T
o
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.