Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker User Guide

Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker

ABOUT Keurig

Keurig is a brand of coffee makers and beverage brewing systems. The company is known for its single-serve brewing technology, which allows users to brew a single cup of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or other hot beverages quickly and conveniently.

The Keurig brewing system uses specially designed pods called K-Cups, which contain pre-measured coffee grounds or other beverage ingredients. These K-Cups are inserted into the machine, and the Keurig brewer punctures the foil top and bottom of the pod, allowing hot water to pass through and brew the beverage directly into a mug or cup.

Keurig machines offer various features and options, including different cup sizes, temperature control, strength control, and programmable settings. The brand has expanded its product line to include models for both home and commercial use, as well as accessories such as storage units for K-Cups and reusable coffee filters.

K-MINI BREWER

• A. Handle
• B. K-Cup® Pod Holder (B and C are the K-Cup® Pod Holder Assembly)
• C. Funnel
• D. K-Cup® Pod Assembly Housing
• E. Drip Tray Plate
• F. Drip Tray
• G. Water Reservoir Lid
• H. Water Reservoir
• I. Brew Button
• J. LED Indicator
• K. Power Button
• L. Power Cord
• M. Drip Tray Base

For replacement parts, please visit www.Keurig.com

Before You Brew

Plug & Power

Remove packing tape and cardboard from K-Mini Brewer and plug into a grounded outlet. Press the power button (note the power button will not illuminate). The add water indicator will flash blue.

Fill & Place

Add 1 cup (8oz.) of water into a mug. Lift the water reservoir lid and pour the water into the reservoir. Lower the lid and place your mug on the drip tray base.

NOTE:
Do not add water to the reservoir if the brewer handle is up.

NOTE:
Do not use distilled water.

Lift & Lower

The handle indicator will flash blue. Lift the handle. Water will drain from the water reservoir into the K-Mini Brewer. Once the water has fully drained, lower the handle. Do not insert a K-Cup® pod.

NOTE:
If you add more than 10 oz. of water, the excess water will drain into the drip tray.

Cleansing Brew

Press the BREW button when it starts flashing blue. During the brewing process, the BREW button will flash red to indicate that the water is heating. After about 2 minutes the BREW button will turn solid red when the water begins to dispense. Pour the hot water into the sink. The one-time setup process is now complete and you are ready to brew!

Brew Your First Cup

Fill & Place

Add the desired amount of water into a mug (6oz. minimum, 10oz. maximum). Lift the water reservoir lid and pour the water into the reservoir. Lower the lid and place your mug on the drip tray base.

NOTE:
To use a taller mug, remove the drip tray.

NOTE:
Do not add water to the reservoir if the brewer handle is up.

Lift & Insert

The handle indicator will flash blue. Lift the handle. Water will drain from the water reservoir into the K-Mini Brewer. Once the water has fully drained, place a K-Cup® pod in the K-Cup® pod holder. Lower the handle completely to close the lid. Do not remove the foil lid on the K-Cup® pod. High Altitude Brewing: While holding the brewer handle up, push down slowly on the K-Cup® pod in the pod holder until the bottom of the K-Cup® pod is punctured by the exit needle.

Brew & Enjoy

Press the BREW button when it starts flashing blue. During the brew process, the BREW button will flash red to indicate that the water is heating. After about 2 minutes the BREW button will turn solid red when the beverage begins to dispense. When brewing is complete, lift the handle and dispose of the used K-Cup® pod.

CAUTION:
While brewing, there is extremely hot water in the K-Cup® pod holder. To avoid injury, do not lift the handle during the brewing process.

K-Mini Brewer Features

Auto Off automatically turns your K-Mini Brewer off 90 seconds after the last brew for energy savings. Press the power button to restart. If the brewer shuts off while the BREW button is flashing blue, lift and lower the handle to reset.

Caring for your K-Mini Brewer

Regular cleaning keeps your brewer running smoothly. Always be sure to turn off and unplug your brewer before cleaning.

Brewer Exterior

Keep your Keurig® brewer looking its best by cleaning the exterior from time to time. Just clean with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Never immerse the brewer in water or other liquids.

Drip Tray

The drip tray can hold up to 10 ounces of overflow and should be emptied and cleaned occasionally. To remove it, slide it toward you, keeping it level to avoid spilling. Rinse and clean with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.

Water Reservoir

It is normal over time for discoloration, spotting, or staining to appear in the water reservoir. Results will vary depending on the mineral content of the water used but will not affect the operation of the brewer. However, be sure to clean the water reservoir regularly to minimize build-up. To access the water reservoir, lift the lid and then clean the inside of the reservoir with a damp, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. Lower the lid when finished.

K-Cup® Pod Holder

To remove the K-Cup® pod holder from the brewer, lift the handle and grasp the top of the K-Cup® pod holder with one hand while pushing up on the bottom of the K-Cup® pod holder from underneath with the other until it releases. After cleaning, align the K-Cup® pod holder with the opening using the two front ribs as a guide and snap into place from the top.

CAUTION:
There are sharp needles that puncture the K-Cup® pod above the K-Cup® pod holder and in the bottom of the K-Cup® pod holder. To avoid risk of injury, do not put your fingers in the K-Cup® pod holder.

Funnel

 

The funnel can be removed from the K-Cup® pod holder by pulling on it until it pops off. To replace it, just snap it back onto the K-Cup® pod holder.

Exit Needle

Remove the pod holder assembly and detach the funnel. Locate the exit needle on the inside bottom of the K-Cup® pod holder. Insert a straightened paper clip into the exit needle to loosen the clog and push it out.

Entrance Needle

Lift the brewer handle and locate the entrance needle on the underside of the lid. To clean both holes in the needle, hold the brewer handle in the upward position and with your other hand, carefully insert a straightened paper clip into both holes. Gently move it around to loosen any coffee grounds. Lower the handle completely and run two water-only brew cycles. Do not insert a K-Cup® pod.

TIP:
Refer to support.Keurig.com for video instructions on cleaning the entrance/exit needles.

Descaling your K-Mini Brewer

You should descale your K-Mini 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.

STEP 1: Descaling Solution Rinse

• Turn on your K-Mini Brewer.
• Pour one-third (4.6oz.) of the Keurig® Descaling Solution into the water reservoir then add slightly less than 3/4 cups of fresh water.
• Place a large ceramic mug on the drip tray plate.
• Lift the handle but do not add a K-Cup® pod.
• After 5 seconds, lower the handle and press the BREW button.
• Once the solution is dispensed, discard hot contents into sink.

STEP 2: Descaling Rinse & Repeat

• Repeat step 1, when the BREW button turns solid red, press the power button as the brewer starts to dispense.
• Let brewer stand for at least 30 minutes.
• Power on the K-Mini Brewer, lift and lower the handle, then press the BREW button.
• Discard the hot contents into sink.

Helpful Hints

Water quality varies greatly. If you notice an undesirable taste in your beverage (such as chlorine or mineral tastes), we recommend using bottled or filtered water. Do not use distilled water.

Service

Beyond these recommended cleaning and maintenance procedures, this K-Mini Breweris not user serviceable. For service, please refer to the Warranty section of this guide.

Storage

Empty the internal hot water tank and water reservoir before storing or transporting. To empty the internal hot water tank – the brewer must be powered off but plugged in. Place a mug on the drip tray. Press and hold the BREW button and continue to hold until all of the water is dispensed into the mug. There will be a 3 to 5-second delay before the water begins to dispense. Store your K-Mini Brewer in a safe and frost-free environment in its upright position. If you store the brewer in a cold environment, you run the risk of any residual condensation freezing inside the brewer, causing damage. When you prepare to use it after storage, we recommend wiping the water reservoir with a damp, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth and running three rinsing brews without a K-Cup® pod. Let the brewer rest at room temperature for at least 2 hours before powering on.

STEP 3: Fresh Water Rinse

Repeat step 1 using 10oz. of fresh water only. Do not add Keurig® Descaling Solution. Repeat this step two additional times. You may need to perform additional fresh water rinse cycles if you notice any residual taste.

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:

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 K-Mini Brewer Entrance Needle. Refer to the entrance needle care instructions.

K-Mini Brewer Will Not Brew

• Press the power button. If the add water indicator flashes blue, add water and attempt to brew. If the brewer loses power during the brew process, the brewer may need to be reset when power is restored. To reset, simply lift and lower the handle.
• Check that the minimum water volume of 6oz. has been poured into the water reservoir.

Brewer Will Not Brew

• Press the power button. If the add water indicator flashes blue, add water and attempt to brew. If the brewer loses power during the brew process, the brewer may need to be reset when power is restored. To reset, simply lift and lower the handle.
• Check that the minimum water volume of 6oz. has been poured into the water reservoir.

BREW Button Flashes Over 3 Minutes

• Under normal operation, the BREW button will flash red when the brewer is heating and will turn solid red when brewing. If the BREW button flashes red longer than 3 minutes, contact Customer Service.

Add Water Indicator Does Not Flash Blue

• If the add water indicator does not flash blue, make sure the brewer has been powered on.
• Water may be in the water reservoir and brewer. First, try raising the handle to drain all water from the water reservoir into the brewer. If the light still does not flash, power off and place a mug on the drip tray. Hold down the BREW button and continue to hold down until all the water is dispensed into the mug.
• If the brewer still does not operate, contact Customer Service.

Brewing a Partial Cup

• Allow enough time for water in the water reservoir to drain completely into the brewer.
• The exit needle may be clogged.
• Clean the K-Cup® Pod Holder, see K-Cup® Pod Holder care instructions.
• The brewer may need to be descaled. If you have repeated the descaling 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. The add water indicator should flash blue. The power button does not illuminate.
• 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, the brewer automatically turns off 90 seconds after the last brew. Press the power button to re-start.
• If the brewer still doesn’t have power, contact Customer Service.

Warranty

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. (Keurig) warrants that your brewer will be free of defects in materials or workmanship under normal home use for one year from the date of purchase. It is recommended that you register your brewer on Keurig.com/new so that your purchase information will be stored in our system. Keurig will, at its option, repair or replace a defective brewer without charge upon its receipt of proof of the date of purchase. If a replacement brewer is necessary to service this warranty, the replacement brewer may be new or reconditioned. If a replacement brewer is sent, a new limited one year warranty will be applied to the replacement brewer.
This warranty only applies to brewers operated in the United States and Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state and, in the case of Canada, from province to province.
Only the use of Keurig® K-Cup® brand pods and accessories will guarantee the proper functioning and lifetime of your Keurig® brewer. Any damage to or malfunction of your brewer resulting from the use of non-Keurig® pods and accessories may not be covered by this warranty or may result in a service fee if the damage or malfunction is determined to be caused by such use.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE LIMITED WARRANTY?

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL COSTS AND EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, EVEN IF FORESEEABLE. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you depending on the state or province of purchase. Nor does this warranty cover damages caused by use of non-Keurig® pods or accessories, services performed by anyone other than Keurig or its authorized service providers, use of parts other than genuine Keurig® parts, or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inappropriate power supply, or acts of God.

OTHER LIMITATIONS

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL. IN ADDITION, KEURIG HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO YOUR K-MINI BREWER, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states or provinces do not allow disclaimers of such implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you depending on the state or the province of purchase.

HOW DO YOU OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE?

Keurig® brewers are high-quality appliances and, with proper care, are intended to provide years of satisfying performance. However, should the need arise for warranty servicing, simply call Keurig Customer Service at our toll-free phone number 1.866.901.BREW(2739). Please do not return your brewer for servicing without first speaking to Keurig Customer Service to obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Keurig® brewers returned without an RMA number will be returned to the sender without servicing.

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Have Questions?
We’re here to help. Visit support.Keurig.com for step-by-step videos on cleaning, descaling, and more.

Still, Need Help?
Give us a call at 1-866-901-BREW (2739)

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