Black+Decker
Over-Extraction / Overheating of Brewed Coffee
Coffee tastes bitter or burnt.
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Possible Causes
Coffee left on warming plate too long, warming plate thermostat stuck on high, using too fine a grind or too much coffee, scale causing uneven heating
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Use caution when handling hot coffee and the warming plate.
Usage adjustments:
- Do not leave coffee on the warming plate for more than 1–2 hours.
- Use a medium grind and adjust coffee quantity to taste.
Check warming plate control:
- If coffee tastes burnt quickly, the warming plate thermostat may be running too hot.
- Measure plate temperature with an infrared thermometer; if excessively high, inspect and replace the thermostat.
Descale:
- Run a descaling cycle to ensure even heating and proper brew temperature.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Warming Plate Thermostat
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