If your Keurig won't stop pumping water, you'll need a solution - fast! Here are the 5 best ways to fix your Keurig. You'll be back to brewing tasty cups of coffee before you know it.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Active Time5 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Keyword: Keurig troubleshooting, keurig won't stop pumping water
Cost: $5
Equipment
Keurig brewer maintenance accessory tool or safety pin
Materials
Descaling solution or white vinegar
Instructions
Unplug the Keurig and let it sit.
Give your Keurig a few minutes off-duty by turning it off and unplugging it. Wait 10 or 15 minutes and then plug it back in.
Clean the needle.
Open the brew head and take a close look at the needle. If you see coffee grounds or other gunk stuck in the point, it’s time for a good cleaning. The easiest way to do this is using Keurig’s brewer maintenance accessory tool -- an orange device that fits in the K-Cup holder.
Don’t have the cleaning accessory? Try using a safety pin or thumbtack. Keep in mind that the tip is sharp, so you’ll want to avoid touching it.
Descale the brewer.
Descaling your Keurig is always a good idea since mineral buildup can wreak havoc on the brewer’s tubes and mechanisms. Pour descaling solution or white vinegar and water into the reservoir and brew until it’s empty. Toss the cleaning mixture and run a few cycles of filtered water to rinse out the chemicals. Your Keurig should now be clean and mineral-free -- and hopefully will have stopped pumping water.
Turn the machine upside down.
Turn your Keurig off and unplug it. Then remove the water reservoir (if possible) and turn the brewer upside down. Gently tap the bottom and shake the brewer side to side. Then turn it right side up, plug it in, and try brewing a cup.
Call in the pros.
If all else fails, you’ll probably want to call in the experts. Contact Keurig’s customer service online or by phone. The company may be able to walk you through troubleshooting steps or ship you a replacement part.