TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Problem:
Solution:
Brewer does not have power. Plug brewer into an independent outlet.
Single Serve Brewing System
Make sure the brewer is securely plugged in.
Plug into a different outlet.
SETUP
Confirm the power has been turned on and the LCD is
illuminated.
Brewer will not brew/doesn’t
brew a full cup.
Every once in a while an air bubble may get trapped in
the water path. Lift off the reservoir, then put it back into
place.
Plug the brewer into
a grounded outlet.
Make sure to remove
1.
Turn off and unplug the brewer for 30 seconds or more.
When you plug the brewer back in, be sure to turn the
power back on.
all packing tape, stickers and
polybags from the brewer.
Lift reservoir straight up and
away from the brewer and wash
After placing the K-Cup® in the K-Cup® Holder, make sure
the handle is pushed down securely and the LCD control
panel reads READY. The and buttons, Brew, Hot
Water, and Rinse buttons will be illuminated. Then press
any of the lit buttons.
reservoir with water to the max
Make sure the water reservoir is properly in place, and
perform a Rinse cycle.
The exit needle may be clogged (refer to “Cleaning &
Maintenance” page 18).
Follow directions carefully to
maximize flavor and performance.
2.
Clean the K-Cup® brewing chamber (refer to “Cleaning &
Maintenance” page 18).
tap water – soak for 15 minutes.
pull toward you to open.
The time is not displayed on
the LCD control panel.
You must set the clock (refer to page 15) in order for the
time to be displayed on the LCD.
If power is interrupted to the brewer, you will need to
reset the clock (refer to page 15).
closed. Be careful – improper placement
Brewer shuts off
or turns on automatically.
Make sure the AUTO OFF and the On/Off time features
have not been set. To do this, press the Menu button and
scroll through the programming options. OFF should be
displayed for AUTO OFF timer and On/Off. If OFF is not
displayed, you must reset (refer to page 15).
Water
Reservoir
Lid
water through lower portion of
The blue light in the water
reservoir is flashing.
This indicates the water level in the reservoir is low and
water must be added (refer to page 14) in order to brew
a full cup.
3.
Charcoal
Water Filter
If sufficient water is in the reservoir, make sure the
reservoir is properly seated in the base.
the water reservoir, pushing it down to
Water
Reservoir
Chlorine or mineral taste in
coffee.
Consider using bottled water, filtered water or the
Cuisinart Charcoal Water Filter.
Coffee is too weak or watery. Reduce the brew size for a stronger-tasting cup of coffee
(refer to “Programming Your Brew Size” on page 18).
Try an Extra Bold K-Cup®. It has 30% more ground coffee
in each portion pack.
Setup instructions continued inside
For more helpful hints see instruction booklet
PG-25144C
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