If you own a Braun BrewSense Drip Coffee Maker KF7000 BK and are dealing with a persistent ‘clean’ light, it’s time to give your coffee maker a thorough cleaning or descaling. Regular maintenance not only ensures you get the best tasting coffee but also prolongs the life of your coffee maker. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps necessary to clean and descale your Braun BrewSense KF7000 BK effectively.
### Understanding the Need for Cleaning and Descaling
Firstly, it’s important to understand why regular cleaning and descaling are crucial. Over time, calcium deposits, or scale, can build up inside your coffee machine’s heating system due to minerals in water. This buildup can affect brewing times and temperatures, potentially leading to malfunctioning of the machine or even damage. Additionally, oil residues from coffee can accumulate in various parts of the machine affecting coffee flavor and aroma.
### Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning Your Coffee Maker
#### 1. Preparations
Before you start the cleaning process, make sure your coffee maker is turned off and unplugged. Remove any coffee grounds from the filter basket.
#### 2. Cleaning with Vinegar
Vinegar is one of the most effective substances for descaling due to its acidity which helps in breaking down scale buildup.
– Fill the water reservoir with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water.
– Place a paper filter in the basket as usual for brewing.
– Run half of a brew cycle: Start a brew cycle as normal and allow it halfway before turning off your Braun BrewSense.
– Let sit: After halting mid-cycle, let the vinegar solution sit in the brewer for about 30 minutes.
– Complete cycle: Turn on your coffee maker again to complete the cycle allowing all vinegar solution pass through.
– Rinse thoroughly: Once done, remove any vinegar-water solution left in machine.
#### 3. Running Water Cycles
After using vinegar:
– Fill reservoir with fresh cold water and run full brewing cycles at least twice to rinse any remaining vinegar taste inside.
#### 4. Wipe Down Exteriors
Use a soft damp cloth dipped in warm soapy water to clean outside surfaces of machine including pot plate where carafe sits which can accumulate stains from dripping or spills.
### Resetting The ‘Clean’ Light
After cleaning is complete:
– Press “CLEAN” button until it blinks confirming reset mode activated;
– Release button once blinking stops indicating that cleaning reminder has been reset (refer manual if different).
### Additional Tips for Maintaining Your Braun BrewSense
– **Use Filtered Water:** Using filtered water not only improves taste but also reduces mineral buildup inside.
– **Regular Cleaning:** Even if ‘clean’ light doesn’t flag up maintain regular monthly cleans especially if you use hard water frequently brewed many cups per day.
– **Care for Carafe:** Avoid harsh scrubs while washing carafe; instead opt soft sponge warm soapy water helps prevent scratches which can harbor residue bacteria over time causing odors taints beverages tasting experience later down line .
By following these simple yet effective steps for cleaning and descaling your Braun BrewSense Drip Coffee Maker KF7000 BK regularly when required (light indicates), you ensure optimal performance delicious results every cup! Remember consistent care not just about keeping equipment tidy but ensuring every brew perfect balance between art science enjoyment morning ritual deserves!