Kueruig brewer users??
 

Are there many of us that use this wonderful brewer??
I have had 5 of these units and they all develop the same problem. They do not dispense a full cup.
Has anyone found a solution to this problem?:cus:

I don't know what model you have, but ours lets you select from 3 cup sizes. Have you been using the large cup button? If you have a really large mug even the large button won't fill it all the way. I have to do a large cup and then a small cup to fill my mug. I use the same Kcup for both. FYI Amazon.com sells a wonderful little thingie that lets you fill it with your own coffee. It is much better then the one that comes with the machine. Also, every Friday at the Amazon Friday Sale they have fabulous prices on the K cups.
I had to call Keurig once with a cleaning question and they were very helpful. Have you discussed your problem with their customer service department.

I don't use the Kueruig coffee maker, but I do use a Cuisinart. Whenever it gets to the point that it won't comletely empty the water reservoir, I know it needs cleaning. Does the Kueruig have a way of cleaning the pumping mechanism? If so, you may need to run some vinegar and water through it.

Yes I have and know exactly what youre talking about. I also switch to the Cuisinart and returned it after a few months due to the pc board failure. They now make MR Coffee (Kuerig)that is cheaper. Due to the water you need to clean the Kuerig Coffee maker with at least 2 bottles of white vinegar, due to deposits left behind from the water. The best thing to do is use the cleanest water possible. 4 Kuerigs, 1 Cuisinart, 1 Mr Coffee(Kuerig) later I have become a professional.chilout

Thank you for the warning about the water. We have a water softener for our well water and it does a pretty good job. Maybe we will need to install one in the new house in TV. Hubby and I both love the keurig...those holiday special coffees are incredible. I have the gingerbread and the spicy eggnog and loved them both.

If you make hot chocolat in it their customer service
 

recommends running a clear cup after EACH time you run the hot choclate. It tends to clog the openings.

When my machine was dispensing less than a cup I called their customer service number . They walked me through measuring with a measuring cup how many ounces was being dispensed for each size. They then had me go to the tea cup setting....it shows a cup and saucer...then repeat 4 times in a row, one at a time, opening the the the receptacle for the coffee insert each time. That did in fact re-calibrate my machine and all sizes were then dispensing the proper amount.

If you use the wire basket that allows one to use their own coffee you will find that the machine runs much slower than with a K-cup.

If the re-calibrate does not work call their customer service number and they will be more than helpful in assisting you in solving the problem.

The number is 1-866-901-2739.

btk

Yes and had the same issue, but fixed it.
 

I found the water tank had an air pocket in the bottom after filling. What I did was fill the tank, then run my finger under the tank and purge the air from the water valve. This is what I did and it fixed my issue. Hope it helps

Hi Meridana,
I love my Kuerig. It's the only gadget I've got that I love as much as my Kindle. (In fact, one infinitely enhances the other. :) )

Well, I recently had this problem. I've had it a few years, so it was not in warranty. I called Keurig to see if they might be able to help me trouble shoot.

They did one better. First they tried to help me trouble-shoot. When it didn't work, they offered to send me a replacement. Sure enough, two days later, I received a brand new one. They even sent me a package of coffee for my trouble.

I'm a Kuerig for life!

How about sources for the best bargains for coffee.

Sherman931, unless you are one that likes a lot of variety
 

the wire basket or "My Keurig" allows one to use their own coffee. That is what I do. I drink Decaf and k-cups just do not promote or have very much available so I use my good old Maxwell house-full strength brew.
My wife likes the variety and tries every flavor invented by man!

btk

On line I use -
 

http://www.coffeegiant.com/

Around here - Sam's Club - 80 count "Donut House" light roast about $33 and change + tax.

We get our k-cups using the subscription service at Amazon. Great variety, 15% discount, no tax and free shipping. You can modify or cancel at any time. Average price is about 45 cents per cup.

We also go to Bed, Bath, Beyond and pick up a couple of boxes when we get the $5 off coupon. Price is under 42 cents per cup and it's near 5 Guys.

Yes, you need to descale...you can call Keurig and they will tell you how...it needs to be de-scaled alot more than they suggest!

I also use Amazon's subscription service. You select the quantity you want delivered and the frequency. For example, you can choose to have one box delivered every month or every other month. They let you know when it's about to ship in case you want to modify or cancel the next delivery. You get a good discount, no tax and free shipping.

The Keurig does need to be descaled a minimum of every six months, more depending on how often you use it and the quality of your water. I use filtered water and descale every 3-4 months. If it starts getting slow to start pouring, it's time to descale.

Here is a link to the Keurig website for de-scaling instructions:

http://www.keurig.com/customer-servi...138325BBF.ashx

I order my K-cups from CoffeeCow.com. Usually about $10.99 for a 24 pack. Free delivery if you order $65 or more. They also give "COW BUCKS" which is like a coupon to use with future orders. And yes, Billethkid recommendation about running a clear cup of water after EACH time you run the hot choclate. Is a good one. Not only does the HC tends to clog the openings, the flavor will remain and your next cup of coffee will taste like the HC you had earlier.

sais

MyKeurig instructions says never to use vinegar. They wanrt you to buy their cleaning solution.

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We are moving into 964 Vanilla Leaf Place in Sanibel on January 12. Stop by for a cuppa coffee--y'all come
Helen and Irv:mornincoffee:

I looked at that web site and their k-cups are now 13.99 per 24.

Price jumped. That comes to .60 cents a cup. OUCH! Going to have to find other places to by. Maybe the Sams Club box of 80 someone else mentioned is the ticket.

I'm still loving our new Keurig. I buy K cups in the grocery store, I love the different flavoured varieties.

My sweetheart is an absolute coffee fiend and I am considering getting her one of these types of machines for a Christmas present. She curently has a high end espresso machine and while she likes it, the ease of use of these new K-cup machines is attractive-no grinding, no grounds everywhere, different size portions, etc. I am considering the Keurig Platinum, The Cuisinart, and the Breville (we have a Breville juicer that we love).

Researching online as to which is the best machine hasn't been very productive. Reviews for all three of the machines I am considering are mixed and none of them seem to have a clear advantage over the others. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

This was 2/2011.

Yesterday at SAM"S $39.98 80 K-Cups several brands available. We like the

Donut House Brand.

with a Keurig you will save money once one stops throwing out the coffee that is always left in the pot.

Plus never a stale cup of coffee.

Their customer service is tops.

Buy their k-cups at Kohl's when they have their 30% off coupons.

We have had one for three years and cannot come up a downside for having one!

btk

Go for the Cuisinart!

I agree Cuisinart is the best plus they have a 3 year warranty. I have had no problems and the refillable filter they provide works great and is not slow by any means! We buy Green Mountain coffee at Sams and even Folgers LOl Loved the Christmas blend from Fresh Market hence using the refillable filer cup was great to have. I thought the Donut Shop brand coffee was horrible so was glad by machine came with a bunch of different coffees to try so you will know what suits your taste buds best.

Sorry.... You said KINDLE, but you meant to say iPad, right ??? :evil6:

How do you get 30% off coupons?

I have the Kuerig coffee maker & I love it!! You do have to clean it now & then with a solution that you buy at bed bath & beyond. It is very reasonable I think it cost four dollars all you do it add it to the water & let it run threw!! Good luck!!

Keurig replaced mine as well. Iam a Keurig lover for sure now

Cuisinart
 

We've done a lot of research and have decided that we're going to purchase the Cuisinart - I have to drink decaf (migraine issues) so most of the full pot of coffee made in our Bunn goes to waste. We have a Senseo machine and do love it, but Sara Lee has stopped or slowed down distributing that good coffee (Douwe Egberts) so the pods are hard to find....so we're saying good bye to the Senseo and getting the Cuisinart. I will miss the "crema" that the Senseo pods produce, though. Don't want three machines on my counter!

I do the same thing as described above and it works fine. Might be different if you like really strong coffee.

I have not had that problem. Call Keurig 800 number they are very helpful and if your brewer is still under warranty they will replace it if there's a problem.:coolsmiley:

the Cuisanart is a Keurig dressed in a fancier package with a more expensive name.

btk

Why not a french press
 

I was just wondering why a French press wouldn't work.

I started using one when we were cruising on our sailboat, for different reasons but still it does the same as a K brewer. We had space issues, no room for a giant brewing machine. We had electric issues, didn't want to start a gen set, (we had a propane stove/oven) every time a cup of coffee was needed. We could brew any coffee we could find. We could brew one to three cups at a time, in the time it takes to boil water.

Just wondering why not a simple French press.

[QUOTE=sailor47;443999]I was just wondering why a French press wouldn't work.

I love my French press. The biggest problem with them is that after the first cup, the coffee is cold. No way to keep it warm.

Problems with Kurig not filling
 

I have had 3 of these units and all developed the same problem as you described.
I finally solved my problem. I have a small air brush compressor, when it starts to act up, i REMOVE THE WATER TANK empty out the water and apply small air pressure where the tank outlet enters the Kurig. Voila it always works.

got it!
 

Bought our Cuisinart brewer on Friday and just love it!!!! And, no I don't agree that it's the same as the Keurig just in a more expensive package. At our local Costco, the comparable Keurig was $20 less than the Cuisinart, which has a larger water reservoir, sleek design, My K-cup compartment built in, a rinse feature, 5 cup sizes but most of all it's a Cuisinart.....have been happy with other Cuisinart appliances, so this clinched the deal and for just $20 more than the Keurig Platinum (I think)....and $50 less than at BB&B...Anyway...love it and it looks SO sleek on my countertops!!!!! :mornincoffee:The Green Mountain Decaf is very good and Timothy's Decaf Colombian is very rich and tasty, too!!! Just thought I'd put my "2 cents" in!!

Might be so but we had 2 top of the line Keurigs that pooped out just beyond the 1 year warranty and now have a Cuisinart from SAMs club at same $179 price as the first Keurig and have had no problems even though we are well beyond the warranty. It just feels "sturdier" And operates much quieter. The Keurigs gave lots of strange problems (making wrong size cups -- having to "cock" the head several times to get it to work) before finally just not working at all! We were just visiting our son in NC and found them on their second Keurigs and already experiencing the strange problems that seem to plague Keurigs.

BTW, we only make 2 to 4 cups per day so I know we didn't wear them out.

Amazon just added a new k-cup coffee line to their Subscribe & Save program. San Francisco Bay Coffee uses a mesh basket to hold their grounds instead of the plastic cup. It saves on manufacturing and shipping costs and works and tastes as good as a regular k-cup. Cost per cup using S&S is only 38 cents.