Coffee tastes weak or watery even when using normal amounts of coffee.

Safety first: Allow the machine to cool before adjusting internal components; most fixes here are user-level.

• Adjust grind: Use a medium grind suitable for drip coffee. If using a Calphalon grind-and-brew, set the grinder to a finer setting (but not espresso-fine).
• Increase coffee dose: Follow Calphalon’s scoop recommendations (typically 1–2 tablespoons per 6 oz of water) and adjust to taste.
• Check brew strength setting: If your model has a strength selector, choose a stronger setting to slow the flow and increase contact time.
• Level the grounds: After adding coffee to the basket, gently shake to level the bed so water distributes evenly.
• Descale if flow is too fast: In some cases, scale can alter flow patterns; descaling can normalize brew time.