Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker and Standalone Milk Frother User Manual

Introduction

This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of your Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker and Keurig Standalone Milk Frother. Please read all instructions carefully before first use and retain this manual for future reference.

Image: The Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve Coffee Maker in black next to the Keurig Standalone Milk Frother, also in black.

Important 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.
• Do not immerse the appliance, cord, or plugs 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.
• 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 attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.

Setup

Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker Initial Setup

1. Plug In: Plug the coffee maker into a grounded outlet.
2. Clean Reservoir: Remove the water reservoir lid and rinse the reservoir with fresh water.
3. Fill Reservoir: Fill the reservoir with fresh water up to the MAX fill line.
4. Perform Cleansing Brew:
   • Place a large mug on the drip tray.
   • Lift and lower the handle to close the K-Cup pod holder. Do not insert a K-Cup pod.
   • Press the brew button. The button will illuminate, and water will dispense.
   • Discard the hot water. The coffee maker is now ready for use.

Image: A hand opening the lid of the Keurig K-Mini coffee maker, revealing the water reservoir for filling.

Keurig Standalone Milk Frother Initial Setup

1. Unpack: Remove all packaging materials from the frother.
2. Clean Interior: Wash the interior of the frother and the whisk with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
3. Place Whisk: Ensure the whisk is securely placed on the bottom of the frother.
4. Plug In: Connect the frother to a grounded electrical outlet.

Operating Instructions

Using the Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker

1. Add Water: Lift the water reservoir lid and pour fresh water into the reservoir for a single brew. The K-Mini features a one-cup reservoir, requiring water to be added for each brew.
2. Insert K-Cup Pod: Lift the handle and place a K-Cup pod into the K-Cup pod holder. Lower the handle completely to puncture the K-Cup pod.
3. Place Mug: Place a mug (6-12 oz) on the drip tray. The drip tray is removable to accommodate travel mugs up to 7.0 inches tall.
4. Brew: Press the brew button. The button will illuminate, and the coffee maker will begin brewing.
5. Enjoy: Once brewing is complete, the button light will turn off. Carefully remove your mug and enjoy.

Image: A hand pouring water from a yellow mug into the Keurig K-Mini's single-cup water reservoir, illustrating the "one cup reservoir" feature.

Image: The Keurig K-Mini coffee maker shown with its removable drip tray detached, allowing a tall travel mug to fit beneath the dispenser.

Image: A close-up of a finger pressing the large, circular brew button on the top of the Keurig K-Mini coffee maker.

Using the Keurig Standalone Milk Frother

1. Add Milk: Pour fresh milk (including skim, soy, or almond milk) into the frother. Do not exceed the MAX fill line indicated inside the frother.
2. Select Froth Setting:
   • For Hot Froth (for lattes and cappuccinos), press the top button (steam icon).
   • For Cold Froth (for iced lattes and cappuccinos), press the bottom button (snowflake icon).
3. Start Frothing: The frother will begin operating. It will automatically stop when the frothing cycle is complete.
4. Pour: Carefully pour the frothed milk into your beverage.

Image: The Keurig Milk Frother highlighting its two buttons for hot and cold frothing, suitable for various milk types.

Image: A person pouring freshly frothed milk from the Keurig Milk Frother into a glass, demonstrating its use.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning the Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker

• Exterior: Wipe the exterior of the coffee maker with a damp, non-abrasive cloth.
• Drip Tray: The drip tray and its cover can be removed and washed with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.
• K-Cup Pod Holder: The K-Cup pod holder can be removed for cleaning. Wash with warm, soapy water and rinse.
• Descaling: Regular descaling is recommended to remove mineral buildup. Refer to the full user guide for detailed descaling instructions.

Cleaning the Keurig Standalone Milk Frother

• Interior: The frother features a non-stick coating interior for easy cleaning. After each use, rinse the interior with water and wipe with a soft cloth or sponge.
• Whisk: Remove the whisk and wash it with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
• Exterior: Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the frother base in water.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with your Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker or Milk Frother, please consult the following common solutions:

For further assistance, please refer to the official Keurig support resources or the full user guide.

Specifications

Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve Coffee Maker

• Brand: Keurig
• Model Name: K-Mini
• Coffee Input Type: K-Cup Pods
• Capacity: 6-12 ounces (single-serve reservoir)
• Dimensions: Approximately 12.1" H x 4.5" W x 11.3" D (16.8" H when open)
• Weight: Approximately 4.6 lbs
• Special Features: Fits in small spaces (less than 5" wide), one-cup reservoir, auto-off after 90 seconds, travel mug friendly, cord storage.

Image: A diagram showing the dimensions of the Keurig K-Mini coffee maker, including height, width, and depth, with an additional height measurement when the lid is open.

Keurig Standalone Milk Frother

• Brand: Keurig
• Model Name: Milk Frother
• Dimensions: Approximately 8" H x 3.75" W
• Special Features: Hot and cold frothing, froths various milk types (skim, soy, almond), non-stick interior for easy cleaning.

Image: A diagram illustrating the dimensions of the Keurig Milk Frother, indicating its height of 8 inches and width of 3.75 inches.

Warranty and Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official Keurig website or the full user guide provided with your product. The official user guide can be accessed here.

Keurig products typically come with a limited one-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in materials or workmanship under normal home use. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.