Do you heat the water in the coffeemaker or in another source
854123
You heat the water separately. We use a tea kettle (needs to hold at least 35 ounces). Pour in the hot water, stir, wait four minutes, plunge the coffee press, and voila :)
854124
It's basically a French press, so you boil the water and pour it over the coffee grounds.
854125
Here's the deal. The coffee make I had was of a slightly different design, and I wrote to the company and explained my problem. They acknowledged that in fact there was a design flaw in the model that I had and replaced it with the model illustrated. The new one works great. I will be removing my review.
854126
I heat the water with another source. You could probably heat the water directly in the coffeemaker as it seems extremely well made and there is not plastic that would melt.
378367
You sure can. The only thing is that you will have to wait in the morning for the pot to heat. They do not take much electricity to keep the water warm. The morning speed of making coffee is the best reason (3 Minutes) is what you buy the Bunn for, besides making restaurant quality coffee.
571959
Absolutely, I do it all the time. Just decrease water and coffee accordingly. You will love this coffee pot.
2161890
You have to left the top cover and pour water in back -- great coffeemaker -- our last one lasted us about 5 years ... love it.
142094
You do not put this pot on the stove or in the micrrowave. Put your water in a kettle to warm up on the stove then pour it into your pot.
2058573
I would not recommend heating water in this product. The whole idea is that you are pouring the already hot water over the grounds, and then stirring them which is the beginning of the brewing process. You would not begin with water in the glass part and then put in the coffee grounds, nor would you want to be microwaving a coffee grounds/cold water combo. Check out some youtube videos of how to use a french press. It's a special process, but one which I have found yields some of the best-tasting cups of coffee I've ever had. It's worth it to get out the old tea kettle and get some water boiling. You won't be disappointed. I would not recommend heating water in this product. The whole idea is that you are pouring the already hot water over the grounds, and then stirring them which is the beginning of the brewing process. You would not begin with water in the glass part and then put in the coffee grounds, nor would you want to be microwaving a coffee grounds/cold water combo. Check out some youtube videos of how to use a french press. It's a special process, but one which I have found yields some of the best-tasting cups of coffee I've ever had. It's worth it to get out the old tea kettle and get some water... » Read More I would not recommend heating water in this product. The whole idea is that you are pouring the already hot water over the grounds, and then stirring them which is the beginning of the brewing process. You would not begin with water in the glass part and then put in the coffee grounds, nor would you want to be microwaving a coffee grounds/cold water combo. Check out some youtube videos of how to use a french press. It's a special process, but one which I have found yields some of the best-tasting cups of coffee I've ever had. It's worth it to get out the old tea kettle and get some water boiling. You won't be disappointed. « Show Less
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I think it would be okay with extra hot water. The oils from the coffee might leave some residue.
952648
You fill the tank for EACH cup of beverage that you make. I just put the water in the cup, dump it into the tank on the top of the machine, put in the coffee, place the same cup on the machine and hit the button. It's very quick and easy and you are always using fresh water. If you forget to put in the water, the machine will not start, so no worries about burning up the machine. I LOVE this coffeemaker and have one in my home, one at work, and one in our vacation home.
853214
I think it would have to go through the brew cycle to make hot water i would think you could do that by not putting in the coffee
1677046
I just zap my mug with water in it for about a minute, then dump the hot water out and brew into the hot mug, works much better for me. My husband likes the tepid brew though, weirdo.
275474
We do not recommend putting "Piping hot" water in the reservoir. This coffee maker is designed to withstand a certain temperature listed in the manual and should not be exceeded. After your coffee is brewed you may put it in the microwave to achieve the desired temperature of your choice.
2070211
Yes. The heating element is under the bottom of the pot and is completely enclosed. However, as with any electrical coffee pot, you cannot emerge the pot in water. It cleans beautifully by putting vinegar in the pot and running it for 1 cycle. I love this pot. Use it every day.
433662
I use it for coffee, but you could take the "guts" out and heat water if you like.
1009898
Yes, any source of heat will work ...If the heat is too high, coffee may have a burnt taste. Getting the optimum temperature for brewing may take some trial and error.
479657
No, just ocassionally fill the top right water container area with water, then press button to heat. A red button will flash indicating to fill up with water. The left side is a standard coffee maker. This device is great if you need hot water dispensed immediately; i just love mine! Great investment!
114236
I have one. It's simple to use. Take the internal parts out and put your water in. (You'll have to adjust your water to coffee ratio to suit your taste). Take the lid off the top of the basket and put your coffee in it. Place it on the stem and place inside the pot. (with the water in it). Turn your heat source on medium. The water will begin to boil forcing it up the tube and out onto the top of the coffee where it will drain through and continue the process. You will see it "Percolating" in the glass sight on the top lid (Red). When coffee is desired strength, take off of heat, (use a pot holder) and holding the lid down pour yourself a cup of fresh brewed coffee. I love it. It works on stoves, hot plates or campfires (as long as you don't place it in the fire, but on a grill of some sort. From Now on if you can build a fire, you can have a cup of coffee.
368011
Cut down on the water and increase the amount of coffee used. For the coffee part, that is in the area where you put the beans, the first knob on the left in the front. Increase it only one click at a time until you get it where you want it. As for the water, that is adjusted by the knob on the outside of the front of the machine, just under the on/off and brew buttons. I make a mug every morning, but I push the brew button twice, essentially making two demitasse size portions in one larger cup. Hope that helps.