User Manual Keurig K545 PLUS

• Owner's manual - (English)

Table of contents

• FEATURES
• TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLS
• SET-UP & CLEANSING BREW
• SETTINGS MENU SECTION 2
• CARING FOR YOUR BREWER
• MAINTENANCE ALERTS
• TROUBLESHOOTING

USER MANUAL Coffee Maker

FEATURES

A. Flip-Top Reservoir Lid

B. Water Reservoir

C. Top Housing

D. Touchscreen/Power Button

E. Brew Button

F. Handle

G. Brew Head

H. Power Cord

I. Drip Tray Plate

J. Drip Tray

K. Pack Holder

L. Housing (K and L are the Pack Holder Assembly)

M. Base

N. KeurigTM Carafe

TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLS

HOME SCREEN A. Clock B. Settings Button C. Hot Water Button D. Power Button	SCREEN FOR K-CUP® PACKS A. STRONG (only available for coffee) B. HOT COCOA/OTHER (for select non-coffee beverages) C. Brew Size D. Power Button	SCREEN FOR K-CARAFETM PACKS A. KEURIG BREW® Setting 1 B. AUTO BREW (only available for K-CarafeTM packs) C. Brew Size D. Power Button E. Favorites Button

BREW SETTINGS (OUTLINE INDICATES DEFAULT SIZE)

SET-UP & CLEANSING BREW

SET-UP

1. Place the brewer on a counter and plug into a grounded outlet.	2. Lift the Handle, remove and discard the shipping disk.
3. Rinse the Water Reservoir, fill with bottled or filtered water, and return it to the brewer.	4. Press the Power Button and wait for preheating to complete, about three minutes.

CLEANSING BREW

1. To begin a cleansing brew, place a 12 ounce mug on the Drip Tray	2. Lift and lower the Handle. Do not place a Keurig® brand pack in the Pack Holder.
3. Hold down the Brew Button until 6 ounces of hot water has been dispensed. The brewer will automatically stop dispensing after 6 ounces.	4. You are now ready to use your brewer!

SETTINGS MENU SECTION 2

ACCESS SETTINGS Explore everything your Keurig® 2.0 brewer has to offer by accessing the SETTINGS menu. From the home screen, select the Settings Button. Use the arrows to scroll through the menu. To exit, press the back button.

CHOOSE LANGUAGE Press English, Spanish or French to select the LANGUAGE. Press SAVE to confirm or use the back button to return to the SETTINGS menu.

SET CLOCK The CLOCK menu gives you the following three settings. Use the back button to return to the SETTINGS menu.

	Time: Set the current time using the arrows, then choose AM or PM. Press SAVE to confirm or use the back button to return to the SETTINGS menu.
	Display: Choose DIGITAL or ANALOG DISPLAY. For DIGITAL DISPLAY only, use the toggle to select 12 HR or 24 HR (military). Press SAVE to confirm or use the back button to return to the SETTINGS menu.

Wallpaper: You can customize your Touchscreen color. Simply press a color window to select a WALLPAPER for the home screen. Press SAVE to CONFIRM SELECTION or use the back button to return to the WALLPAPER menu.

CARING FOR YOUR BREWER

CLEANING THE BREWER EXTERIOR

Keep your Keurig® 2.0 brewer looking its best by cleaning the exterior from time to time. Just clean with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Never immerse the brewer in water or other liquids.

CLEANING THE DRIP TRAY

The Drip Tray can accumulate up to 8 ounces of overflow. The Drip Tray and the Drip Tray Plate should occasionally be rinsed clean. To remove the Drip Tray, simply slide it toward you, keeping it level at all times to avoid spilling. Clean with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.

CLEANING THE WATER RESERVOIR AND THE FLIP-TOP RESERVOIR LID

Clean the Water Reservoir and the Flip-Top Reservoir Lid with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth and rinse thoroughly.

Do not dry the inside of the Water Reservoir with a cloth as lint may remain. Be sure to rinse the Water Reservoir thoroughly after cleaning to ensure that no cleaning solutions remain as they may contaminate the water supply in the brewer.

DO NOT PLACE THESE ITEMS IN THE DISHWASHER.

CLEANING THE PACK HOLDER

1. Lift the Handle.	2. Push up while grabbing the sides of the Pack Holder Assembly. Pull away from the brewer.
3. Pull out the Pack Holder Assembly (1) and Base (2).	4. Press the release buttons on both sides of the Pack Holder Assembly
	Separate the Pack Holder from the Housing.
5. Clean the Pack Holder (1), Housing (2) and Base (3) with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth and rinse thoroughly

CLEANING THE EXIT NEEDLE

1. If a clog arises in the exit needle, push the lever of the Pack Holder to reveal the exit needle.	2. Use a paper clip or similar tool to loosen the clog. Rinse thoroughly with hot water.
3. After all pieces are cleaned, place the Base, then the Pack Holder Assembly into the Brew Head. Lower the Handle. CAUTION: Sharp needles. Do not put fingers in chamber.

CLEANING THE KEURIGTM CARAFE

1. Carefully empty the KeurigTM Carafe.	2. Remove the lid.
3. Wipe the inside of the KeurigTM Carafe and the lid with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Rinse thoroughly with hot water. The KeurigTM Carafe should not be placed in the dishwasher or submerged.	4. Replace the lid. Ensure that the lid is securely in place prior to brewing your next carafe of coffee.

KEURIG CARAFE OPERATION

This unique KeurigTM Carafe was specifically designed for use with the Keurig® 2.0 brewer. To connect the KeurigTM Carafe to the brewer, make sure the KeurigTM Carafe is securely inserted into the brewer. The Keurig® 2.0 brewer contains a sensory system that determines when the KeurigTM Carafe is in place and it is safe to begin brewing. If the KeurigTM Carafe is not in place or incorrectly inserted, the brewing process will not begin. If the KeurigTM Carafe is removed during brewing, brewing will stop.

CAUTION: Make sure the KeurigTM Carafe is empty before each use.

CAUTION: After brewing, the KeurigTM Carafe will contain extremely hot liquid. Take care when pouring from the KeurigTM Carafe. Never place your hand over the KeurigTM Carafe where hot steam is venting. Never allow children to use the KeurigTM Carafe or operate the brewer without adult supervision. Press the Power Button to terminate the brew process. Follow the instructions on the Touchscreen before removing the KeurigTM Carafe. The brewer will return to the home screen. Remove and discard the used K-CarafeTM pack.

CAUTION: There is extremely hot water in the Pack Holder during the brew process. To avoid risk of injury, do not lift the Handle during the brewing process.

To maintain the ideal combination of taste, freshness and temperature, we recommend preheating the KeurigTM Carafe. To preheat the KeurigTM Carafe, fill it with hot water for approximately 30 seconds and then pour out entirely prior to placing the Keurig Carafe into the brewer.

CAUTION: HAND WASH ONLY. DO NOT SUBMERGE. DO NOT MICROWAVE.

MAINTENANCE ALERTS

Your brewer is designed to deliver the perfect cup time after time, year after year. To keep it working at peak performance, your Keurig® 2.0 brewer will let you know when it needs a little attention.

TIME TO REPLACE THE KEURIGTM WATER FILTER

Your brewer will indicate “Time to replace the Water Filter!” after every 1,000 ounces or two months. Once you’ve replaced the KeurigTM Water Filter, press YES to re-set the WATER FILTER REMINDER notices.

TIME TO DESCALE THE BREWER

Depending on the mineral content of your water, calcium deposits or scale may build up in your brewer, this is why we recommend using bottled or filtered water. Scale is non-toxic but if left unattended can hinder brewer performance. Regularly descaling your brewer every three to six months helps maintain the heating element, and other internal parts that come in contact with water. Calcium deposits may build up faster, making it necessary to descale more often.

You should promptly descale when the Touchscreen indicates “Time to descale the brewer!” However, even if this is not indicated, you should continue to descale your brewer every three to six months.

DESCALING YOUR BREWER

Before you begin, you will need a large mug, fresh water, KeurigTM Descaling Solution and access to a sink. Do not use a paper cup.

• Empty the water from the Water Reservoir. If there is a KeurigTM Water Filter, remove and set aside. Disable AUTO OFF features, if necessary (refer to page 20).

STEP 1: FIRST DESCALING SOLUTION RINSE

• Press and hold the Power Button to power the brewer off.

• Pour the entire bottle of KeurigTM Descaling Solution into the Water Reservoir. Then fill the empty bottle with water and pour into the Water Reservoir. Press and hold the Power Button to turn the brewer back on.

• Place a large mug on the Drip Tray and run a cleansing brew by pressing and holding the Brew Button until 6 ounces of water has been dispensed. The brewer will automatically stop dispensing after 6 ounces. Do not use a Keurig® brand pack. Pour the contents of the mug into the sink.

STEP 2: SECOND DESCALING SOLUTION RINSE

• Repeat the cleansing brew process until the Touchscreen indicates “More Water Please.” Let the brewer stand for at least 30 minutes while still on.

• After 30 minutes, discard any residual solution and rinse the Water Reservoir thoroughly.

STEP 3: FRESH WATER RINSE

• Ensure the Water Reservoir is filled with fresh water to and not beyond the MAX FILL line.

• Place a large mug on the Drip Tray and run a cleansing brew. Pour the contents of the mug into the sink.

• Repeat the cleansing brew process at least 12 times. You may need to refill the Water Reservoir at least one time during this process.

The cleaning action of KeurigTM Descaling Solution may result in a foam dispensed from the brewer. This is natural, as the solution is reacting with the scale inside. For a brewer that is heavily scaled, the brewer may not fill properly after the descaler is added. If this occurs, you may see only a small or no output dispensed followed by the sound of air blowing out. If this occurs:

• Turn off and unplug the brewer.

• If there is KeurigTM Descaling Solution in the Water Reservoir, discard the contents, rinse the Water Reservoir thoroughly and refill with bottled or filtered water.

• Plug the brewer back in, power on, and repeat STEP 3: FRESH WATER RINSE (refer to page 29). The brewer should begin to function normally as the solution is rinsed out and the scale is removed. If the problem persists, allow the brewer to sit unplugged for at least 30 minutes, then continue with the fresh water rinse.

TROUBLESHOOTING

BREWER DOES NOT HAVE POWER

• Plug the brewer into an independent outlet without dimmer control.

• Check to be sure that the brewer is plugged in securely.

• Plug the brewer into a different outlet.

• Reset your home’s circuit breaker if necessary.

• Press and hold the Power Button and ensure the Touchscreen is illuminated.

BREWER WILL NOT BREW

• After placing a pack in the Pack Holder, make sure the Handle is lowered completely and the Touchscreen displays the appropriate brew screen. Follow the brewing instructions in SECTION 1 (refer to pages 10–11).

• If the Touchscreen indicates “More Water Please.” add water to the Water Reservoir or make sure the Water Reservoir is seated properly in its base.

• If the Touchscreen indicates “More Water Please.” even after refilling, remove the Water Reservoir and empty the water. Then thoroughly clean (refer to page 23). Fill the Water Reservoir to the MAX FILL line, return it to the brewer and ensure it is seated properly in its base.

• The Pack Holder may need to be cleaned (refer to pages 24–25) or the brewer may need to be descaled (refer to pages 28–30).

• If you have completed the above procedure two times and this situation persists, contact Customer Service at 1.866.901.BREW (2739)

BREWER BREWS ONLY A PARTIAL CUP

• Clean the Pack Holder if necessary (refer to pages 24–25).

• The Water Reservoir may have been removed during brewing. Replace the Water Reservoir and perform a cleansing brew (refer to page 9) without a pack.

• Descale the brewer (refer to pages 28–30).

• If you have repeated the descale procedure on your brewer two times and it is still only brewing a partial cup, contact Customer Service at 1.866.901.BREW (2739).

BREWER SHUTS OFF OR TURNS ON AUTOMATICALLY

• Check to make sure that the AUTO ON/OFF settings have not been set (refer to page 20).

• The water level is low and a full cup cannot be brewed. Add water to the Water Reservoir.

THE TOUCHSCREEN INDICATES “MORE WATER PLEASE.”

• If the water level is not low, remove the Water Reservoir and empty the water. Then thoroughly clean (refer to page 23). Fill the Water Reservoir to the MAX FILL line, return it to the brewer and ensure it is seated properly in its base.

THE TIME IS NOT DISPLAYED ON THE TOUCHSCREEN

• If power is interrupted to the brewer by unplugging it, or if power is lost, follow the procedure on page 19 to set the CLOCK.

THE K-CUP® PACK HAS A KEURIG® LOGO, BUT TOUCHSCREEN INDICATES “OOPS!”

• Your Keurig® 2.0 brewer will not work with packs that don’t have the Keurig® logo on them. Some Keurig® brand packs produced prior to January 2014 may not be enabled to work with the Keurig® 2.0 brewer. Please contact Customer Service at 1.866.901.BREW (2739) for a solution.