USING YOUR BREWER
OWNER’S MANUAL: Getting the most from your new B31 MINI Plus Keurig® Brewer
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Safe Operation & Use
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
1.Read all instructions before using.
2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs when available.
3.This appliance must be properly installed and located in accordance with these instructions before it is used.
4.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in fire, electrical shock or injury to persons.
5.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
6.Do not use outdoors.
7.To protect against fire, electric shock and injury do not immerse cords, plugs, or the appliance in water or any other liquid.
8.Do not overfill the Cold Water Reservoir with water.
9.Use only water in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or foods in the Water Reservoir except as instructed in the Cleaning Instructions in this guide.
10.Turn off and unplug the Brewer before cleaning or maintenance. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
11.For best operation, plug the appliance
into its own electrical outlet on a dedicated circuit to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuses or tripping a circuit breaker.
12.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is damaged in any manner. Contact Keurig® Customer Service to report any malfunction of or damage
to the Brewer.
13.Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
14.To disconnect, press the Power Button on the Brewer to ‘OFF’ status and then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
15.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
16.Do not lift the Brewer Handle while brewing is in progress; scalding may occur.
17.Always keep the Cold Water Reservoir Lid closed unless you are refilling it.
18.This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The appliance must be grounded using a 3-hole properly grounded outlet. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock.
19.If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
20.Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the Power Cord plug or use an adapter.
21.Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
22.Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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CAUTION: There are two sharp needles that puncture the K-Cup® portion pack, one above the K-Cup Holder and the other in the bottom of the K-Cup Holder. To avoid risk of injury, do not put your fingers inside the K-Cup Assembly Housing.
CAUTION: There is extremely hot water in the K-Cup Holder during the brew process. To avoid risk of injury, do not lift the Brewer Handle or open the K-Cup Assembly Housing during the brewing process.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
If an extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; (2) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally; and (3) the extension cord must include a 3-prong grounding plug.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNING KEEP ALL PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
WARNINGTHIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING LEAD, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
WARNING TO USERS AND PARENTS
1.DO NOT permit children to use Brewer unless there is adult supervision. Brewer dispenses very hot water.
2.SPECIAL NOTICE FOR HOT COCOA USERS:
IMMEDIATELY AFTER USING A HOT COCOA K-CUP, RUN a Hot Water Brew Cycle without a K-Cup to avoid the possibility of clogging the Exit Needle. DO NOT assume the next user will do this.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK !
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BOTTOM COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
KEURIG® GOURMET SINGLE CUP HOME BREWING SYSTEM Model B31 MINI Plus Using Your Brewer
SECTION 1—Brewer Overview........................................................... |
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SECTION 2—Helpful Hints.................................................................. |
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SECTION 3—Buttons & Indicators......................................................... |
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SECTION 4—Set-Up & Operation |
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Initial Cleansing & First Brew........................................................... |
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SECTION 5—Cleaning & Maintenance |
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Cleaning External Parts .................................................................. |
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Cleaning the K-Cup® Portion Pack Holder Assembly ................ |
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Cleaning the Cold Water Reservoir................................................ |
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Emptying the Internal Hot Water Tank........................................... |
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De-Scaling Your Brewer .................................................................. |
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Storage ............................................................................................... |
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Storing the Power Cord.................................................................... |
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SECTION 6—Troubleshooting .......................................................... |
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SECTION 7—Warranty ...................................................................... |
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Record your Brewer Serial Number here.
Removing the serial number label from the Brewer will void warranty.
SECTION 1 Brewer Overview
A Water Level Guide
B Brewer Handle
C K-Cup Portion Pack Holder Assembly
D K-Cup Portion Pack Holder
E Funnel
F K-Cup Portion Pack Assembly Housing
G Drip Tray Overfill Indicator
H Drip Tray Plate
IDrip Tray
J Cold Water Reservoir Lid
K Cold Water Reservoir
L BREW Button
M LED Indicator
N Power Button
O Power Cord
P Drip Tray Base
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For replacement parts, please call 1.866.901.BREW (2739).
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SECTION 2 Helpful Hints
Plug Power Cord into an Independent, Grounded Outlet – If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your Brewer may not function properly.
Initial Cleansing Brew – Before you make your first beverage, perform an initial cleansing brew without inserting a K-Cup® portion pack.
The Drip Tray – Any liquid overflow (from your cup or from the Cold Water Reservoir) will be caught in the Drip Tray. Be sure to empty the Drip Tray when the red Drip Tray Overflow Indicator pops up.
Automatic Shut-Off – As a safety feature, your Brewer will shut off automatically when it is idle for longer than 90 seconds. Simply press the Power Button to restart.
Clean Your Brewer Regularly – To keep your Brewer looking and performing at its best, be sure to clean the external and internal components on a regular basis. See page 12 for more information.
De-Scaling – Depending on the mineral content of the water in your area, calcium deposits or scale may build up in your Brewer. Scale is non-toxic, but left unattended, it can hinder Brewer performance. De-scaling your Brewer helps maintain the heating element and other internal parts of the Brewer that come in contact with water. See page 14 for more information.
Storing – When storing your Brewer, empty the Drip Tray. Follow the instructions on page 14 for emptying the Internal Hot Water Tank. Store your Brewer upright in a safe, dry, frost-free environment. See page 15 for more information.
One Cup at a Time – Your new Brewer makes one fresh beverage at a time. You will need to add fresh water each time you brew. Unlike other Keurig Brewers, the B31 MINI Plus does not store water in the reservoir.
The Right Water Makes a Difference – For the best-tasting gourmet coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, Keurig recommends using bottled or filtered water. We do not recommend using distilled or reverse osmosis water. Note that water quality can vary from place to place. If you notice an undesirable taste in your beverage such as chlorine or other mineral substance, we recommend trying bottled water or water from a filtration system.
Customize Your Size, Flavor & Brew – With over 200 K-Cup varieties and multiple fill levels, your Brewer provides endless customization options – so that you can create the size, flavor and strength of each beverage that is perfect for you. For a strong, intense flavor, select an Extra Bold K-Cup (with up to 30% more ground coffee than regular varieties) along with a brew size that’s right for you. The less water you use, the more intense the flavor in your cup. The more water you use, the less intense the flavor in your cup.
Use the Water Level Guide located inside the Cold Water Reservoir to customize your brew size.
Brewing Iced Beverages – Your iced tea and iced coffee taste best when fresh-brewed hot over ice. Try it by placing a tall cup filled with ice on the Drip Tray, choose your favorite K-Cup and follow the brewing instructions on page 8. Also, look for the “Brew Over Ice” icon on K-Cups specially crafted to brew over ice! Important: Do not brew into a cup made of glass. Doing so may cause the glass to crack or break.
Brewing into a Tall Mug – To brew into a tall mug, simply remove the Drip Tray Assembly and place the tall mug on the Drip Tray Base. Without the Drip Tray Assembly, however, you do lose the benefit of the Drip Tray to contain any excess water.
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SECTION 3 Buttons & Indicators
Power Button (does not illuminate)
Press to turn the Brewer power on and off.
Add Water Indicator
Flashing Blue — Fill the Cold Water Reservoir with cold water until it reaches just under the rim of the desired level – 6, 8, or 10 ounces of the Water Level Guide.
Brewer Handle Indicator
Flashing Blue — The blue light flashes when the minimum water amount of 6 ounces has been poured into the Cold Water Reservoir. After adding your desired amount of water (10 oz. maximum), lower the Cold Water Reservoir Lid. The light will continue to flash until you lift the Brewer Handle.
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Flashing Blue — Indicates you are ready to brew. |
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Flashing Red – Indicates water is heating. |
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Solid Red – Indicates brewing and dispensing of |
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BREW |
beverage has begun. |
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Your Next Brew
When the brewing process is complete, the Add Water Indicator light will appear. At this point you can begin making the next beverage, or you can power off.
Automatic Shut-Off
As a safety feature, your Brewer will automatically shut off at any stage when it is idle for longer than 90 seconds. Press the Power Button to restart. If it shut off while the BREW Button was flashing blue, lift and lower the Brewer Handle to reset.
Drip Tray Overfill Indicator
A red float will appear when the Drip Tray is almost full. Carefully slide Drip Tray out and empty contents into the sink.
SECTION 4 Set-Up & Operation
Initial Cleansing & First Brew
CAUTION: Two sharp needles are used to puncture the K-Cups. One is above the K-Cup Holder and the other is in the bottom of the K-Cup Holder. To avoid risk of injury, do not put your fingers inside the K-Cup Assembly Housing.
CAUTION: During the brewing process, the water gets extremely hot. To avoid risk of injury, do not lift the Brewer Handle or open the K-Cup Assembly Housing until brewing is complete.
Remove all tape and cardboard.
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Perform an initial cleansing brew before making your first beverage. Follow these instructions but do not insert a K-Cup.
Plug the Power Cord into an independent, grounded outlet.
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For accurate measuring, do not fill if Brewer Handle is up. In the down position it prevents water from entering the lower heating
compartment. MAX 10 oz
8 oz
6 oz MIN
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Press the Power Button. The Add Water Indicator |
Lift the Cold Water Reservoir Lid. |
will flash blue.
The Power Button does not illuminate.
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Pour water anywhere within the Cold Water Reservoir until it reaches up to the rim of your desired fill level on the Water Level Guide (minimum of 6 oz). Lower the lid.
For accurate measuring, do not fill if Brewer Handle is up.
Bottled or filtered water is recommended; distilled or reverse osmosis water is not.
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SECTION 4 Set-Up & Operation (continued)
Let water fully drain into Brewer
5 Sec before lowering the Brewer Handle.
DO NOT remove foil lid or puncture K-Cup.
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Lift the Brewer Handle. Water starts to drain from the Cold Water Reservoir into the Brewer.
If you add more than 10 oz., excess water goes into the Drip Tray.
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Place mug on the Drip Tray.
If you want to use a taller mug, you can slide the Drip Tray out, but you will lose the benefit of the tray to catch the excess water.
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Insert the K-Cup® portion pack into the K-Cup Holder.
Do not add a K-Cup if you are performing the initial cleansing brew.
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Wait until all water has drained (5 sec.) into the Brewer before lowering the Brewer Handle completely.
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BREW |
BREW |
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BREW
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The BREW Button will flash blue. Press the BREW Button.
!CAUTION: Do not lift the Brewer Handle while brewing.
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The BREW Button will flash red to indicate that the water is heating. After about 2 minutes, the BREW Button will turn solid red when the beverage starts to dispense.
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Enjoy your beverage! Your Brewer is ready to use again or you can power it off.
As a safety feature, Brewer automatically shuts off after 90 seconds.
If completing the initial cleansing brew, discard hot water into the sink. Your Brewer is ready to use again.
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SECTION 5 Cleaning & Maintenance
Cleaning External Parts
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Brewer is unplugged before cleaning.
Regular cleaning of the Brewer’s external components is recommended.
•Brewer external housing
•Drip Tray
•Drip Tray Plate
BREWER
•Never immerse Brewer in water or other liquids.
•Clean the external housing of the Brewer and other external components with a damp, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
DRIP TRAY AND DRIP TRAY PLATE
•When the red Drip Tray Overfill Indicator appears, the Drip Tray is almost full. Carefully remove by sliding tray toward you. Empty contents into the sink.
•Inspect the Drip Tray periodically and clean with a damp, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
Do not put the Drip Tray or the Drip Tray Plate in the dishwasher.
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Cleaning the K-Cup® Portion Pack
Holder Assembly
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Brewer is unplugged before cleaning.
K-Cup® Portion Pack Holder Assembly parts include:
•Funnel
•K-Cup Holder with Exit Needle
The K-Cup Portion Pack Holder Assembly parts can be placed on 
the top shelf of the dishwasher. Use a low temperature cycle when cleaning.
1. To remove the K-Cup Holder
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Assembly from the Brewer, lift the Brewer Handle to open.
Grasp the top of the K-Cup Holder with one hand. With the other hand, push up on the bottom of the K-Cup Holder Assembly until it releases (fig. 1).
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