Step 1 How to open and clean the Keurig coffee maker
-
Keurig K40 is not making/dispensing 12 oz.
-
Open Keurig completely to remove the K cup holder
-
The cup holder K simply pulls up. There may be some resistance from some spring clips. Flaky waste is actually coffee from reusable K cup filters.
I think the first step before disassembly should unplug the machine FOR SAFETY!
Step 2
-
K-cup inserts removed. Clean with hot water as necessary.
-
At the bottom of the K cup insert, there is a conical needle that punctures the bottom of the K cup. On the one hand, there is a small hole. Use a clip (or similar) and insert it there to remove any scale, coffee grounds, etc.
-
The next thing is to clean the upper needle. It is more complicated since it is difficult to reach around the sides of the needle. There will be three holes around the needle. Open the Keurig until the end, and again use a paper clip (or similar).
I recommend using a pipe cleaner. Slide it in and out to ream the passage. The discoloration provides evidence of progress.
The plastic insert shown in the first photo easily separates into two parts, which gives direct access to the lower end of the needle.
Place the unit on its side. There is a rubber connection around the upper needle that can be easily removed and cleaned. Use a tip to clean around and around the needle.
Step 3
-
A hypodermic needle or similar can also be used to open the water outlet
-
Then remove the water tank simply by lifting it.
-
In the inner bottom of the tank is a simple check valve that allows the tank to be removed, then empty the tank.
Step 3
-
A hypodermic needle or similar can also be used to open the water outlet
-
Then remove the water tank simply by lifting it.
-
In the inner bottom of the tank is a simple check valve that allows the tank to be removed, then empty the tank.
-
