Kenmore
Restricted Water Flow from Scale Buildup
Coffee maker brews extremely slowly; it may take 30 minutes or more to brew a full pot.
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Possible Causes
Limescale in heater and tubing, Partially clogged filter basket drip valve, Blocked reservoir outlet, Clogged internal check valve
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug and allow to cool before descaling.
- Descale system: Run at least one full descaling cycle with vinegar or commercial descaler, pausing mid-cycle to soak. Repeat if flow is still slow.
- Clean filter basket: Remove the basket and clean the drip valve at the bottom. Ensure it opens freely when pressed.
- Inspect reservoir outlet: Clean the outlet and any mesh screen with a brush to remove mineral deposits.
- Check internal valves (advanced): Access and inspect the check valve in the water line. Replace if it is stuck or heavily scaled.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Aluminum Heating Block / Check Valve
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