Unplug the Keurig and let it cool
Remove the water reservoir and empty it
Wash the water reservoir and lid with warm soapy water; rinse well
Clean the exterior with a damp cloth; dry thoroughly
Remove the K-cup holder (if your model allows) and wash with warm soapy water; rinse and dry
Wipe the K-cup area and funnel with a damp cloth
Remove and rinse the drip tray and drip tray plate; dry and reassemble
Clean the needle area
Open the handle to access the needle
Use a soft brush or paper clip to gently clear any coffee grounds from the exit needle and entrance needle
Wipe away loosened residue
Descale the machine using one of the following methods
Use Keurig descaling solution: fill reservoir, run brew cycles into a sink until reservoir is empty, then rinse cycles with fresh water until it runs clear
Use white vinegar (if allowed for your model): fill reservoir with 1:1 vinegar and water, run cycles into a sink until empty, soak the reservoir for 30 minutes, then run multiple cycles with fresh water until no vinegar smell remains
Rinse thoroughly
Refill reservoir with fresh water
Run at least 4 brew cycles (without a K-cup) into the sink
Clean the water lines (optional but recommended)
Repeat fresh-water brew cycles until taste/odor is gone
Reassemble and run a final test brew
Insert a new empty K-cup (or run without a K-cup, if preferred) and brew once
Repeat the cleaning schedule
Quick wipe and rinse parts weekly (or as needed)
Descale every 3–6 months (more often if you have hard water)