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Keurig K-Café Essentials User Manual

Keurig K-Café Essentials
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OZ
10
8
SHOT
STRONG
ADD WATER
DESCALE
Get the most from your
new Keurig
®
brewer
Use & Care Guide
K
Café
®
Essentials
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Keurig K-Café Essentials Specifications

General IconGeneral
Water Reservoir60 oz
FrotherYes
Compatible with K-Cup PodsYes
MaterialPlastic
ColorBlack
Voltage120V
Capacity60 oz
Product TypeSingle Serve Coffee Maker
ModelK-Café Essentials
Power SourceElectric
Brew Sizes8, 10, 12 oz
Wattage1470 watts

Summary

Button Overview

Brew Sizes

Selectable options for brew volume: 8, 10, or 12 oz.

Shot Button

Brew a concentrated coffee shot for specialty beverages.

Strong Brew Button

Engage for a bolder, more intense coffee flavor.

Indicator Lights

Add Water light and Descale light notifications.

Froth Button

Froths and warms milk for beverages.

How to Froth Like a Pro

Milk Type and Brand Considerations

Tips on milk freshness, fat content, and brand variations for optimal frothing.

Before You Brew

Initial Setup and Water Reservoir

Unpacking, plugging in, and preparing the water reservoir.

Cleansing Brew

Performing the initial cleansing brew cycle.

Make Your First Latte

Frothing Milk

Step-by-step guide to frothing milk using the frother.

Queueing Brew and Froth

Sequencing frothing and brewing for seamless beverage preparation.

Creating the Latte

Combining frothed milk with the brewed coffee shot.

Brewer Features

Brewing Modes and Controls

Explanation of Strong Brew, Fast & Fresh, Back-to-Back, and Simple Controls.

Special Features

Details on Travel Mug Friendly, Maintenance Alerts, and High Altitude Mode.

Caring For Your Brewer

Exterior and Drip Tray Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the brewer's exterior and drip tray.

Water Reservoir and Frother Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the water reservoir and frother components.

K-Cup Pod Holder and Needles

Cleaning the K-Cup pod holder, exit, and entrance needles.

Regular Maintenance

Cleaning Pods and Filters

Weekly cleaning with Rinse Pods and replacing water filters.

Descaling Procedure

Recommended schedule and benefits for descaling the brewer.

Descaling Procedure

Preparation and Descaling Steps

Steps for preparing the brewer and running the descaling solution.

Fresh Water Rinse

Rinsing the brewer after descaling to remove residue.

Troubleshooting

Frother and Coffee Ground Issues

Resolving common problems with the frother and coffee grounds in the brew.

Brewing and Power Problems

Addressing issues like brewer not brewing or losing power.

Helpful Hints

Water Quality Recommendations

Advice on using bottled or filtered water for better beverage taste.

Service and Storage

User Serviceability and Storage

Information on non-serviceable parts and proper brewer storage.

Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Details on the limited one-year warranty and what is not covered.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Instructions on how to contact Keurig for warranty service.

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