Frigidaire ECMK205 Use & Care Manual page 11

temperature cycles in the dishwasher. To
remove from the Brewer, lift the front face
of the Brewer. Grasp the top of the K-Cup®
pack Holder with one hand while twist
clockwise on the bottom of the K-Cup®
pack Holder to unlock it. After cleaning,
align the opening of the bottom to the rib
of the holder and lock the bottom with
anti-clockwise direction.
2. Cleaning the Funnel – The Funnel can be removed from the K-Cup®
pack Holder by pulling on it until it snaps off (fig. 1). The Funnel is
dishwasher safe. To replace it, just snap it back onto the K-Cup®
pack Holder Assembly.
3. Cleaning the Exit Needle – The Exit Needle is located on the inside
bottom of the K-Cup® pack Holder Assembly. Should a clog arise
due to coffee grinds, it can be cleaned using a clean household tool.
Remove K-Cup® pack Holder assembly and detach Funnel. Insert the
household tool into the Needle to loosen the clog and push it out.
The K-Cup® pack Holder is dishwasher safe.
CAUTION: There are sharp needles that
puncture the K-Cup® pack above the
K-Cup® pack Holder and in the bottom
of the K-Cup® pack Holder. To avoid risk
of injury, do not put your fingers in the
K-Cup® pack.
Cleaning and Emptying the Reservoir
Discard the remaining water by removing the reservoir lid and turning
reservoir upside down over the sink. It is recommended to empty the
water reservoir between uses and use fresh water for each brew. Do
not immerse appliance in water.
Descaling Your Brewer
Mineral content in bottled or filtered water varies. Depending on the
mineral content of the water, calcium deposits or scale may build up in
your Brewer. Scale is non-toxic but left unattended, it can hinder
Brewer performance. Descaling your Brewer helps maintain the heating
element, and other internal parts of the Brewer that come in contact
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