To Clean Mineral Deposits from your SPEEDBREW® Coffeemaker

To keep your coffeemaker free of mineral buildup, it is recommended that you follow the steps listed below every 40 brew cycles for hard water or 80 brew cycles for soft water.

1. Turn the brew control dial to "Fill."
2. Raise the water reservoir lid on top of the coffeemaker.
3. Pour one decanter (10 cups or 50 fluid ounces) of undiluted white household vinegar into the water reservoir.
   NOTE: Do not fill the water reservoir with any liquid other than cold water or white household vinegar for cleaning.
4. Slide the brew basket into position and return the empty decanter to its place directly under the brew basket.
5. Turn the brew control dial to "Brew Regular."
6. Let the unit and full decanter sit for 2 hours. This will allow time for the vinegar to break down the lime and mineral deposits.
7. After 2 hours, empty the decanter and rinse with clean water.
8. To rinse the vinegar out of the internal tank, turn the brew control dial to "Fill".
9. Pour one decanter (10 cups or 50 fluid ounces) of clean, cold water into the water reservoir.
10. Return the decanter to its place directly under the brew basket.
11. Turn the brew control dial to "Brew Regular." Empty decanter when the brew cycle is complete (approximately three minutes).
12. Repeat Steps 8 – 11 an additional six (6) times. This will ensure that all the vinegar is rinsed out of the internal tank.
13. After cleaning, wait at least 20 minutes before brewing your next pot of coffee. This will allow the water in the internal tank to heat to the proper brewing temperature.

Cleaning the Decanter
Hard water can leave a whitish mineral deposit inside the decanter. Coffee can discolor these deposits, sometimes leaving a brownish stain . To remove these stains, follow these simple steps:

1. Use a solution of equal parts: white vinegar and hot water.
2. Let solution stand in decanter for about 20 minutes and then discard.
3. Wash and rinse the decanter thoroughly using a soft cloth. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners. These may cause scratches which can lead to breakage.

NOTE: Do not place thermal carafe in dishwasher (Model SBT85).

Draining the Water Reservoir
The water reservoir in your Mr. Coffee® SPEEDBREW® Coffeemaker should be emptied whenever the coffeemaker will be moved, shipped or stored. Please follow these steps:

1. Turn the Reservoir Power Switch to "Off". Unplug the SPEEDBREW® Coffeemaker power cord and allow the hot water to cool in the tank. Pour a full decanter of COLD water into the water reservoir. Close the lid and place the decanter back under the brew basket.
2. Turn the brew control dial to "Brew Regular." When the decanter is full, empty it and repeat this process. This will cool the water in the water reservoir.
3. Turn the Brew Control Dial to "Fill" and remove the brew basket.
4. Grasp the back of the SPEEDBREW® Coffeemaker and tip the unit forward over a sink at a 45 degree angle. Most of the water in the water reservoir will flow from the shower head. Continue tipping the coffeemaker until the flow of water stops. Please note that some water may remain in the internal tank.

Routine Cleaning
The decanter and brew basket should be rinsed after each use. The glass decanter and lid (Model SB11), and the brew basket are top-rack dishwasher safe. NOTE: Do not place thermal carafe in dishwasher (Model SBT85). To clean your stainless steel Mr. Coffee® SPEEDBREW® Coffeemaker, ALWAYS use a soft cloth. NEVER use any kind of abrasive cleanser or pad that could scratch the metal. Simple dishwashing liquid and water will remove most fingerprints, grease, dirt and grime. Occasionally, window cleaners, vinegar and water solutions, standard non-abrasive kitchen cleaning fluids, or commercially available cleaning products for stainless steel surfaces can be used. After cleaning, use a soft, dry cloth to dry and buff the surface to a brilliant shine.