How to Clean the 2-Way FlexBrew® Coffee Maker

1. Select the carafe side on the front panel of the FlexBrew coffee maker.
2. Pour ½ cup plain white vinegar and ½ cup cold water into the water reservoir.
3. Press the ON button. After 30 seconds, press OFF to stop the brewing process. Wait 30 minutes.
4. Press ON again and complete the brewing process with the vinegar and water mixture. Press OFF when finished.
5. Run 2-3 more brew cycles with clean water only, allowing the machine to cool between cycles.

How to Clean an Automatic Drip Coffee Maker

1. To clean standard coffee makers, pour ½ cup plain white vinegar and ½ cup cold water into the water reservoir.
2. Press the ON or BREW button. After 30 seconds, press OFF to stop the brewing process. Wait 30 minutes.
3. Press ON again and complete the brewing process with the vinegar and water mixture. Press OFF when finished.
4. Run 2-3 more brew cycles with clean water only, allowing the machine to cool between cycles.

How to Clean the Hot Plate on a Coffee Maker

1. Lay a wet paper towel over the cooled plate to soak until any stains are softened.
2. Remove and wipe clean.

How to Clean the Stainless Steel Exterior of a Coffee Maker

1. Wipe a damp cloth in the direction of the metal grain.
2. Buff with a dry, soft cloth to achieve a brilliant shine.

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