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Download Article Over time, Keurigs can develop lime scale that affects the machine’s performance and the taste of the coffee it brews. Fortunately, it’s easy to descale a Keurig using a cleaning solution or a few simple household ingredients. Things You Should Know
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ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX Before you descale your Keurig, shut it off, remove any remaining K-cups, and pour all the water out of the reservoir. If your Keurig has a water filter, take that out as well. Then, fill the reservoir all the way up to the top fill line with 1 part distilled white vinegar and 1 part water. If you prefer, for this step you can also purchase a descaling solution online. Next, put a mug on the tray under the spout, and press the brew button. Once it's done brewing, dump out the mug and place it back on the tray. Keep brewing until the display tells you to add more water. Instead of adding water, let the Keurig sit for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, dump out the remaining vinegar in the reservoir, and refill it with fresh water. Finally, continue to brew cups of fresh water until the reservoir is empty. For more details on descaling your Keurig, refer to your manual. To learn how to use citric acid to descale your Keurig, scroll down! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 2,145,841 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How long do you leave vinegar in a Keurig to descale?The vinegar solution can stay in the machine for about 30 minutes, but don't let it sit for more than 3 hours. Turn on the machine, place your cup in position, and run through the brew cycle until the reservoir is empty. Rise out your reservoir with clean water as you let the vinegar really tackle that mineral buildup.
How much vinegar do I use to descale my Keurig?Instructions. Begin the descaling process by filling the reservoir with 16 ounces of white vinegar or Keurig Descaling Solution followed by 16 ounces of water. Start the largest brew size cycle without a K-cup and let the machine run as usual, using a mug to catch the liquid.
Can I descale my Keurig with straight vinegar?Grab the vinegar: White distilled vinegar will help descale (remove lime and scale buildup) your coffee maker, which is key to helping it run. (You can also use a descaling solution.) Fill the water reservoir halfway with vinegar.
How do I put my Keurig in descale mode?To activate Descale Mode, begin with the brewer plugged in and powered off, then press and hold the 8oz and 12oz buttons together for 3 seconds. When flashing, press the brew button to start the descaling process.
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