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Descaling your Brewer
You should descale your brewer every 3-6 months. Properly
follow the descaling procedure.
Depending on the mineral content of your water, calcium
deposits or scale may build up in your brewer. Scale is non-
toxic but if left unattended can hinder brewer performance.
Regularly descaling your brewer every 3-6 months helps
maintain the heating element, and other internal parts that
come in contact with water. Calcium deposits may build up
faster, making it necessary to descale more often.
Descaling Procedure
Before you begin, you will need a large ceramic mug, fresh
water, Keurig® Descaling Solution, and access to a sink.
Do not use a paper cup. Ensure that there is no beverage
pod in the K-Cup® pod holder. Please allow approximately
45 minutes for the descaling procedure.
Empty the water from the water reservoir. If using a Keurig®
Water Filter, remove and set aside.
STEP 1: Descaling Solution Rinse
Press the power button to power the brewer off.
Pour the entire bottle of Keurig® Descaling Solution into
an emptied water reservoir. Then fill the empty bottle with
water and pour into the water reservoir. Press the power
button to turn the brewer back on.
Place a large mug on the drip tray and run a rinsing brew by
selecting the hot water button and selecting the largest brew size.
Troubleshooting
Grounds in Your Coffee
Grounds may have gathered in the exit or entrance needles
and can be cleaned using a straightened paper clip or similar
tool.
• Clean the exit needle of the K-Cup® pod holder. Refer to the
exit needle care instructions.
• Clean the brewer entrance needle. Refer to the entrance
needle care instructions.
Brewer Will Not Brew
• After placing the K-Cup® pod in the K-Cup® pod holder,
make sure that the handle is pushed down securely and the
brew buttons are flashing.
• If the add water light is illuminated, add water to the water
reservoir. Fill to and not beyond the MAX fill line. Make sure
the water reservoir is seated properly in its base. If the add
water light continues to be illuminated even after refilling,
contact Customer Service.
• If 4, 6, 8, 10, 12oz, and ICED button lights are all on
simultaneously, lift handle and remove K-Cup® pod (if present
in the brewer). Close handle and place a large mug on the
drip tray. Press the power button once. The brewer may
dispense hot water.
• If 4, 6, 8, 10, 12oz lights all blink simultaneously, contact
Customer Service.
STEP 2: Descaling Rinse & Repeat
Repeat the rinsing brew process until the add water light is
illuminated. Do not use a K-Cup® pod. Let the brewer stand
for at least 30 minutes while still on.
After 30 minutes, discard any residual solution from the
water reservoir and rinse thoroughly.
STEP 3: Fresh Water Rinse
Fill the water reservoir with fresh water to and not beyond
the MAX fill line.
Place a large mug on the drip tray and run a rinsing brew
using the largest brew size. Do not use a K-Cup® pod. Pour
the contents of the mug into the sink.
Repeat brew process until you have completed at least 12
rinsing brews using the largest brew size. You may need to
refill the water reservoir at least one time during this process.
NOTE: The cleaning action of Keurig® Descaling Solution may result in a "foam" dispensed from the brewer. This
is natural, as the solution is reacting with the scale inside. For a brewer that is heavily scaled, the brewer may not
fill properly after the descaler is added. If this occurs, you may see only a small or no output dispensed, followed
by the sound of air blowing out. If this occurs:
• Turn off and unplug the brewer.
• If there is Keurig® Descaling Solution in the water reservoir, discard the contents, rinse the water reservoir
thoroughly and refill with water.
• Plug the brewer back in, power on, and repeat the Step 3 Fresh Water Rinse cycle. The brewer should begin to
function normally as the solution is rinsed out and the scale is removed. If problem persists, allow brewer to sit
unplugged for at least 30 minutes before continuing with the rinse.
Brewing a Partial Cup
• The exit needle may be clogged. Refer to the exit needle
care instructions.
• The water reservoir may have been removed during
brewing. Replace the water reservoir and perform a rinsing
brew without a K-Cup® pod.
• The brewer may need to be descaled. If you have repeated
the descale procedure on your brewer two times and it is
still only brewing a partial cup, contact Customer Service.
Brewer Does Not Have Power or Shuts Off
• Make sure that the power button has been turned on.
• Plug brewer into its own grounded outlet. If the electric
circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your brewer may
not function properly. The brewer should be operated on its
own circuit, separate from other appliances.
• For energy savings, your brewer is set to turn off
automatically 2 hours after your last brew. You can
program your brewer to automatically turn off in 15 minute
increments by adjusting the settings.
• If the brewer still doesn't have power, contact Customer
Service.
Adjustable Temperature Not Working
The temperature is not adjustable when set to High Altitude
mode. When High Altitude mode is enabled, a mountain icon
will be displayed on the screen. If you attempt to adjust the
temperature, the mountain icon will flash indicating you are
in high altitude mode.
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Questions and answers
How you replace or change the "my k-cup" on the keurig k-elite?
Can the coffee **** stay on? Do I have to push the power button and wait each time?
The Keurig K-Elite coffee maker has an Auto On functionality, but the clock must be set for it to work. If this feature is not enabled, the power button will need to be pushed each time to turn it on.
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there is nothing about the filter do i have t change it or remove it when i descale the machine
Yes, you need to remove the water filter before descaling the Keurig K-Elite. The manual states that if using a Keurig Water Filter, you should remove and set it aside before starting the descaling process.
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how do I clear the red descale light?
To clear the red descale light on a Keurig K-Elite, follow these steps:
1. Prepare for Descaling:
- Remove any used K-Cup® pod from the machine.
- Empty and wash the water reservoir with mild soap and warm water.
- Refill it with fresh filtered water.
2. Descale the Brewer:
- Use Keurig Descaling Solution or white vinegar.
- Pour the solution into the water reservoir.
- Run several brew cycles without inserting a K-Cup® pod until the "Add Water" light turns on.
3. Rinse the Brewer:
- Refill the reservoir with fresh water.
- Run multiple water-only brew cycles to remove any remaining descaling solution.
4. Clean Needles (If Needed):
- Remove the pod holder and clean the exit needle with a straightened paper clip.
- Clean the entrance needle on the lid using the same method.
5. Final Steps:
- Reassemble all cleaned parts.
- The descale light should turn off after completing the process.
Descale your brewer every 3-6 months to prevent buildup and keep it functioning properly.
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how to install the filter in the water reservoir?
To install the filter in the water reservoir of the Keurig K-Elite:
1. Get the Correct Filter – Use the long-handle water filter for the K-Elite, as the reservoir is taller.
2. Prepare the Carbon Filter – Soak the carbon filter in water to remove dust or debris.
3. Insert the Filter into the Holder – Place the prepared carbon filter inside the filter holder.
4. Attach the Filter Holder – Snap the long-handle filter holder onto the black piece inside the reservoir.
5. Secure the Filter in Place – Gently push down until it clicks into place.
6. Reassemble the Reservoir – Place the reservoir back onto the machine and replace the lid.
The filter should be replaced every two months.
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When i set the automatic on button, if I put in a new pod, and close the lid, will it brew? Or is it just a heat the water program?
The Auto On function primes the Keurig K-Elite for brewing at a predetermined time, but it does not automatically start brewing when a new pod is inserted. The user still needs to initiate the brew manually.
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am/pm? how to set?
Do you power off when done brewing.
Yes, the Keurig K-Elite has an auto-off feature that allows you to set the machine to turn off automatically after a selected time, ranging from 15 to 120 minutes after brewing.
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K-Elite K90. Powers on, all lights flash. Press a cup selection and then machine powers off. All cup size selections make this happen. However, the 'ICED" button works and brews.