Pod coffee makers
Keurig K-Elite Manual
The K-Elite Use & Care Guide explains its five brew sizes, STRONG, ICED and HOT WATER buttons, clock settings, water reservoir, descaling, and needle care. Start with the cleansing brew before making your first coffee.
Official manufacturer manual
This is the official US K-Elite guide. Check your control panel and model label before using its temperature, clock, or maintenance instructions.
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Getting started
- Rinse and fill the reservoir, seat its lock tab, and place a mug of at least 12 ounces on the drip tray.
- Power on and allow the initial heating to finish. With no pod inserted, use HOT WATER and the 8-ounce button for the cleansing brew.
- Insert a K-Cup and choose a brew size. Select STRONG before the size when desired, or follow the separate ICED procedure.
Cleaning and maintenance
Clean the drip tray and pod-holder parts and follow the guide’s descaling and fresh-water rinse steps. Unplug the brewer before cleaning its components.
Common questions
How do I dispense plain hot water?
Use the HOT WATER control without a pod and then choose the size, following the guide’s steps.
How do I make iced coffee?
Use a large plastic tumbler with ice, insert a pod, and select ICED. Allow room for both ice and the brewed drink.
What can cause a short cup?
Check the reservoir seating and water level, then follow the needle-cleaning and scale troubleshooting steps.
Related manuals
Source: Official manufacturer support and model coverage. Guide checked October 8, 2026. Setup and troubleshooting notes are an original OManuals summary; consult the full guide for diagrams, warnings, and complete procedures.