Has anyone found out why the coffee maker starts leaking? I have had a similar experiance to one of the reviews and am wondering what the problem is.
206315
My is getting clogged at the opening of the lid of the carafe. It just can't handle the amount of water going in. It's very sporadic when it does this but when it does, whooo boy do you have a mess on your hands.
206316
If you use the metal reusable coffee filter, fine coffee grounds clog the carafe lid. Thoroughly rinsing the lid after each use helps, although blasting the lid with a Waterpik (do this outdoors) will clear out the lid very nicely. If you use paper filters the clogging does not seem to occur.
206317
I've had this for years and love it. The leaking is caused by the base that the coffee filter sits in. at times I thought it was in but it was not and it does leak everywhere. After you clean it make sure it is pushed all the way down then set the coffee filter in. Once I figured this out I have not had a leak since
206318
With mine, grounds would periodically clog the valve on top. A good washing of the top has always solved the problem. It has leaked maybe once out of 50 or 100 pots.
683449
Ok. Your coffee maker is still under warranty. Return it to where you bought it and get another. If they don't cooperate, contact Mr. Coffee, online, and they will make arrangements to send you a new one. I just did this very thing because of a bad heating plate that rusted out. Best of luck!
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I've had that happen also. Sometimes the grind of the coffee isn't fine enough. Sometimes I don't have the filter holder screwed in tight enough. I also make sure the printed side of the filter is facing up as per the directions. Sometimes the evil morning coffee gnome is at work!!! Good luck!
2203035
We've had the same issue with our coffee maker. Unscrewed the plate on the bottom of the machine and found an orange "rubber" water hose had cracked and is leaking. I was able to remove the hose, off the cracked portion and reinstall with just enough length remaining, though this will probably happen again. I will go to a hardware store to look for replacement hose materials, its not too hard to replace with a needle nose pliers or forceps are best. I don't know if this is an issue with cheap materials or city water issues, nevertheless I was disappointed and will not be buying another Cuisinart. Its only about 1.5 yrs old.
92242
I am glad to see someone else has this problem! I have had mine replaced 4 times! Did you ever get yours working? I had an old model for 10 years that never leaked, so I know what I'm doing. Frustrating.
186108
Since that has never been a problem for me, I would have to watch how you pour the coffee. Maybe the pot is too close to the cup. It only spills when I am filling the canister and that is because I am holding the pot too close to it and am in a hurry, so just wipe up the water when done. I love this coffee pot and never want a different kind.
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Although I have had other problems with this coffee maker, I have never had that problem. The coffee is always very hot. There is no button to regulate the temperature of the coffee. You should call the manufacturer. They will send you a box to ship the device to repair. Be prepared to be without it for at least six weeks!
572058
If the leak just above the coffee drip dispense area, that is normal. If anywhere else I'm not sure. Could the unit have been over filled?
727993
All I know is our coffee started to come out slower and I tried to clean it and it helped a little, did you check in your manual ? Or go to the Hamilton Beach website and see if they have parts info. Our machine started to leak so we had to toss it out this was the third we had. We bought a Keurig and absolutely love it...
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Eric it sounds like when you initially set it up you did not add enough water and there may not be enough water in the reservoir. Or you do not brew coffee enough and water is evaporating off between brews. I would check the Bunn Web site as they were quite helpful when I needed them.
202316
Mine leaks a bit when I pump the coffee, I think as a result of bad design, but I had another one that was even worse. It's no longer possible to buy the kind with a screw-off lid that you just loosen. It helps to put the opening as much into the cup as possible when you pour. If yours leaks too badly, it must be defective. There is no gasket.
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I have found condensation does tend to drip down the back when you open the lid to remove the basket. I put some paper towels under the machine when I set it up because I read other reviews with this problem. The coffee this machine makes is so good I'm willing to overlook a little leaking condensation issue.
1775854
Did you try it out? I have the same question and the same coffee maker? Thank you
1665004
I have never experienced that. There is a warmer under the canister that the coffee brews into-maybe that is malfunctioning? I have had this coffee maker for years. (Am actually on my second machine) the second cup has always been just as hot as the first. I have heard the company is really good about replacing the machines. Best of luck!
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Hello Donald, mine will also occasionally leak as well. When this happens, I have found that the pot was not entirely empty when I made a fresh pot or I filled the water level too high. It will also "spring" a BAD leak if the components (water tank, filter bay and coffee pot itself) are not completely seated in their proper alignments. Check all of these things EACH time you make a pot of coffee and I think you will be as pleased with your coffee maker as I have been. Also, I always make coffee for my guests instead of letting them try to make it themselves! They ALWAYS make it leak! It just takes a little getting used to and being careful each and every time! Enjoy! Hello Donald, mine will also occasionally leak as well. When this happens, I have found that the pot was not entirely empty when I made a fresh pot or I filled the water level too high. It will also "spring" a BAD leak if the components (water tank, filter bay and coffee pot itself) are not completely seated in their proper alignments. Check all of these things EACH time you make a pot of coffee and I think you will be as pleased with your coffee maker as I have been. Also, I always make coffee for my guests instead of letting them try to make it themselves! They ALWAYS make it... » Read More Hello Donald, mine will also occasionally leak as well. When this happens, I have found that the pot was not entirely empty when I made a fresh pot or I filled the water level too high. It will also "spring" a BAD leak if the components (water tank, filter bay and coffee pot itself) are not completely seated in their proper alignments. Check all of these things EACH time you make a pot of coffee and I think you will be as pleased with your coffee maker as I have been. Also, I always make coffee for my guests instead of letting them try to make it themselves! They ALWAYS make it leak! It just takes a little getting used to and being careful each and every time! Enjoy! « Show Less
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I have the 12 cup which is very good and have not had an issue with drip or leaking. However, I have now problems with the swing arm making a lot of noise as it was going to crack. I do not intend to get another one if this breaks. Otherwise, it makes very good coffee as I have the better brew option of the additional" aroma" button.
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no fix.. paper towel under it .. my dauhter has the same coffee maker and its also leaks it does not leak from the top and the water level is fine.. when the coffee is done I have a puddle under the machine on the left hand side