Insignia Carafe Brew Circuit Failure

Carafe side (on dual Insignia models) does not brew, but single-serve side works.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Carafe heater open circuit, Carafe thermostat failure, Carafe-side pump path blocked, Selector valve mispositioned

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and cool before inspection.

  • Check selector: Confirm the selector is set to carafe mode and not stuck between positions.
  • Inspect carafe sensor: Some models have a carafe presence switch. Ensure the carafe is fully seated to engage it.
  • Descale carafe path: Run a descaling cycle using the carafe side only.
  • Internal check (advanced): With the base removed (unplugged), test continuity of the carafe heater and thermostat with a multimeter. Replace if open.

If the carafe side remains dead while single-serve works, the carafe heater or its control circuit likely needs service.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Carafe Heater Plate Assembly
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