Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker Instruction Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the world of convenient brewing with your new Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your brewer to ensure you enjoy a perfect cup every time. Please read all instructions carefully before use.

Image: Front view of the Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker in black, with a white coffee mug placed on the drip tray, ready for brewing.

Safety Information

Always follow basic safety precautions when using electrical appliances to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

• Read all instructions before operating the brewer.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Keurig Customer Service for assistance.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Always plug cord into the wall outlet first, then plug appliance into outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

Parts and Features

Familiarize yourself with the components of your Keurig K250 brewer:

• Water Reservoir: Removable tank for holding water.
• Lid: Covers the K-Cup pod holder.
• K-Cup Pod Holder: Where you insert your K-Cup pod.
• Drip Tray: Collects drips and can be removed for larger mugs.
• Touch Display: For selecting brew size, strength, and other settings.
• Power Button: To turn the brewer on/off.
• Water Filter Handle: For the optional water filter (if installed).

Image: Front view of the Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker, highlighting the digital display and K-Cup 2.0 button.

Setup

1. Unpacking and Placement

• Remove all packaging materials from the brewer.
• Place the brewer upright on a stable, flat surface.
• Plug the brewer into a grounded outlet.

2. Initial Rinse

Before brewing your first cup, perform an initial rinse to clean the internal components.

1. Remove the water reservoir lid and the reservoir itself.
2. Rinse the reservoir with fresh water.
3. Fill the reservoir to the 'MAX' fill line with fresh water.
4. Place a large mug (at least 10 oz) on the drip tray.
5. Power on the brewer. The display will guide you through the initial setup.
6. Select a brew size (e.g., 8 oz) and press the brew button. Do not insert a K-Cup pod.
7. Discard the hot water. Your brewer is now ready for use.

Image: Angled view of the Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker, clearly showing the transparent water reservoir on the side.

Operating Instructions

Brewing a Single Cup

1. Ensure the water reservoir is filled with fresh water.
2. Place a mug on the drip tray.
3. Lift the brewer handle. The K-Cup pod holder will open.
4. Insert a K-Cup pod into the holder.
5. Lower the handle completely to close the pod holder.
6. On the touch display, select your desired brew size (e.g., 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz). You may also select a 'Strong' brew option if available.
7. Press the 'Brew' button. The brewer will begin dispensing your beverage.
8. Once brewing is complete, carefully lift the handle to eject the used K-Cup pod.

Brewing a Carafe

Your Keurig K250 brewer is compatible with Keurig K-Carafe pods for brewing multiple servings into a Keurig carafe.

1. Ensure the water reservoir is filled with fresh water.
2. Place a Keurig carafe on the drip tray.
3. Lift the brewer handle and insert a K-Carafe pod.
4. Lower the handle completely.
5. On the touch display, select the carafe brew size (e.g., 2-3 cups, 3-4 cups).
6. Press the 'Brew' button.
7. Once brewing is complete, carefully lift the handle to eject the used K-Carafe pod.

Image: Angled view of the Keurig K250 Single-Serve Coffee Maker, showing a black carafe placed on the drip tray.

Maintenance

Cleaning

• Exterior: Wipe the exterior with a damp, non-abrasive cloth.
• Drip Tray: Remove, empty, and rinse the drip tray and its cover regularly.
• K-Cup Pod Holder: The K-Cup pod holder can be removed and disassembled for cleaning. Wash with warm, soapy water.
• Water Reservoir: Clean the water reservoir periodically with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.

Descaling

Over time, calcium deposits (scale) can build up in your brewer. Descaling helps maintain optimal performance. The frequency depends on water hardness. Follow the descaling instructions provided in your full Keurig manual or on the Keurig website.

Water Filter Replacement

If your brewer uses a water filter, replace it every 2 months or 60 tank refills for best results. Refer to your water filter kit instructions for replacement.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with your Keurig K250, try these common solutions:

Specifications

Warranty and Support

For warranty information, product registration, or further assistance, please refer to the documentation included with your Keurig K250 brewer or visit the official Keurig website. Keurig Customer Service is available to help with any questions or concerns you may have.