Brew basket drips coffee onto hotplate after carafe is removed

Safety: Allow the brew basket to cool before handling to avoid burns.

• Clean the valve: Remove the brew basket and rinse the drip-stop area thoroughly. Use a small brush to remove coffee residue from the seal and moving parts.
• Inspect seal and spring: Check the rubber seal for cracks or deformation and ensure the spring returns the valve fully closed. Replace the drip-stop assembly if worn.
• Check carafe lid: Ensure the carafe lid actuator is not bent or damaged and that it fully releases the valve when the carafe is removed.
• Test operation: Fill the basket with water and place it over a sink. Manually actuate the valve to confirm proper sealing when released.