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Keurig
K- Classic Coffee Maker
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Owner's Manual

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Kimberly
March 26, 2025

On the underside of my classic Keurig, was a little compartment. I took the door off and there are about five prongs there. It looks like something should connect to that. Do you know what that is?

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Summary of Contents for Keurig K- Classic

  • Page 1 Keurig K- Classic Coffee Maker (Image from Keurig) Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Warnings/Hazards……………………………………………………...3 Introduction……………………………………………………….……..4 Key Terms…………………………………………………………………..5 Technical Description..……………………………………………….6 Instructions/Procedure.……………………………………………..9 Troubleshooting………………………………………………………..16 Citations……………………………………………………...…………….17...
  • Page 3: Warnings/Hazards

    ● Do not allow chords or machine to get wet - this may result in fire ● Do not exceed the max fill line in the water reservoir ● Do not leave the Keurig unattended while brewing ● Do not lift Keurig handle while brewing...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The Keurig coffee maker has made life easier for many coffee lovers by simplifying the coffee brewing process. Because of its long-term cost-effectiveness, simplicity, and quickness to use in the comfort of your own home, the Keurig machine has become a very popular household item.
  • Page 5: Key Terms

    C. Brewing: extracting the roasted and ground coffee (using the Keurig machine is one of many ways to do this) (from Perfect Daily Grind) D. Water reservoir: the Keurig plastic water tank where the water is stored E. Caffeinated: containing caffeine F.
  • Page 6: Technical Description

    6+ cups of coffee before having to refill it (keurig.com). The reservoir is clear so you can easily see the water level and get an idea of how long you have before having to refill. If it does need to be refilled,...
  • Page 7 Status features (Image from Kroger) On the right side of the Keurig are features to update you on the status of your keurig machine. If it lights up, that means that respective feature is currently active or action needs to be taken. The features included are:...
  • Page 8 K-cup pod sizes (Image from Kroger) The Keurig machine can brew cup sizes of 6, 8, or 10oz. The same amount of beans are used for each size, meaning a 6oz coffee would brew the strongest cup.
  • Page 9: Instructions/Procedure

    Instructions/Procedure: 1. Plug in the power chord to get started. 2. Once plugged in, turn on the machine with the power button. If extra water is needed, the ‘add water’ label on the top will light up blue.
  • Page 10 3. This is the water reservoir where water will be added. Simply remove the lid. 4a. Don’t pass the max fill line in the water reservoir when adding water.
  • Page 11 4b. The water reservoir is clear so you can easily monitor the water level. 5. Once enough water is added, the machine will automatically start heating.
  • Page 12 6. Grab your favorite coffee mug to place underneath! 7. After the Keurig has optimal water levels and is heated up, lift up the top handle.
  • Page 13 8a. Grab a K-Cup to place inside the Keurig. You will have to buy these separately. 8b. Place the K-Cup inside the Keurig and close the handle.
  • Page 14 9. The coffee mug sizes on the right side will begin blinking blue. Select your desired size you’d like to brew (the amount of beans are the same regardless of the size selected, meaning the small cup size will brew the strongest). 10.
  • Page 15 11. Dispose of the k-cup pod for the next person and enjoy!
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting: The coffee mug sizes aren’t blinking blue. If the coffee mugs aren’t blinking, simply lift up the Keurig handle and put it down again. The water level light is on and the machine won’t brew. Check the water reservoir and add water to the tank. Make sure to not exceed the max fill line.
  • Page 17: Citations

    Citations: Alyssa. (2012, August 27). The Pros and Cons of a Keurig Coffee Machine. Dengarden. https://dengarden.com/appliances/Thinking-About-A-Keurig-The-Pros-and-Cons-of-t his-Revolutionary-Coffee-Machine. “Keurig® K-Classic® Coffee Maker.” Keurig® K-Classic™ Coffee Maker, www.keurig.com/Home-Coffee-Makers/Keurig%C2%AE-K-Classic%C2%AE-Coffee-Ma ker/p/K50-Coffee-Maker:Black_color. “Keurig® K-Classic Single Serve Coffee Brewer - Black, 1 Ct.” Kroger, www.kroger.com/p/keurig-k-classic-single-serve-coffee-brewer-black/0061124735598. Kornman, C. (2021, March 6). Understanding Coffee Extraction & Other Key Brewing Concepts.
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