Instructions for De-Scaling your Keurig B50 Home Brewer with Vinegar
a. PREPARE
Step 1: Make sure you have 48 ounces of white vinegar on hand. You will also
need an empty sink and a ceramic mug (do not use a paper cup.)
Step 2: Empty the water in the Water Reservoir
b. FILL AND CLEAN
Step 1: Pour the vinegar into the Water Reservoir and fill it to the top edge of the
clear viewing area.
Step 2: Place a ceramic cup in the Drip Tray and run a brew cycle. DO NOT USE
A K-CUP...just press the Large Cup Button. Pour the contents of the cup into the
sink.
Step 3: Repeat the brew process until the Water Reservoir is empty, pouring the
contents of the cup into the sink after each cycle. Remember to open and close
the lid between each cycle.
Step 4: Rinse the Water Reservoir thoroughly and fill with fresh water.
Step 5: Now let the Brewer stand for 4 hours while still on.
c. RINSE
Step 1: Ensure the Water Reservoir is filled with fresh water.
Step 2: Place a ceramic cup on the Drip Tray and run a regular brew cycle. Pour
the contents of the cup into the sink.
Step 3: Repeat the brew process until the Water Reservoir is empty.
Step 4: You may need to perform additional brew cycles if you notice any residual
taste.
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