Why can't I use this coffee maker in the US? I have one that looks exactly like it and want to get another for my vacation home. I'm sure it's the same model.
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I bought this coffee maker, and had to return it. The problem is, the plug is designed for a Western European electrical outlet, so you just won't be able to plug it in, in the U.S. (Though obviously you could use it in Europe.) You might think that in this case, you could just have the plug changed, but this might not be safe (?), as the inner wiring voltage requirements might not be the right ones for the U.S.
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It looks identical, but the insides are different: it is made to run on 220 volts, which is what comes out of European outlets, twice the 110 volts coming out of US outlets. The plug is also a different size and shape. You can get an adapter to take care of the plug problem, but I'm not sure the machine will run properly on half the voltage. I made the mistake of ordering the machine without realizing it was a European model, but returned it after being advised that US voltage levels would be insufficient. It's too bad because it is an elegant design and nice size.
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This one is designed for European 220v voltage. Braun used to make same model for the USA 120V.
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I returned it at first I was going to send it to family in England but shipping was far to high. My advise return it
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Thanks for the info. I contact Keurig customer service and they confirmed it is the same machine. They just changed the B to a K to stand for Keurig (marketing purposes).
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Sandy, I had this coffee machine... IT STINKS.. to put it mildly. Same problem you are having. I loved the coffee but the pot was a pain to deal with. The only model worth the money and I'd buy it over and over again is the "Hamilton Beach 48464 Brewstation Summit" Believe me, get the 48464 and you will not be disappointed one bit. GREAT COFFEE, NO LEAKING, NO PROBLEMS... I THINK IT IS BEST TO START OUT WITH THE ONE YOU HAVE SO YOU WILL NEVER BE WEAK ENOUGH TO PURCHASE THAT MODEL AGAIN.GET RID OF THIS ONE AND GET THE ONE I HAVE. YOU WILL NOT BE SORRY....
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I had the hardest time replacing mine for the same reason. I finally got smart and called B&D; directly. I told them the problem, that I thought it was a weakness in the top design, the model number of my coffee maker. They sent me a new carafe, no charge, within the week--faster than Amazon might have sent it and no charge to boot! The one I bought from Amazon worked, but obvious it was not specifically designed for my coffee maker, as I had to sort of wiggle it to get it seated properly.
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do not get your question. While I have your attention, There is one problem with the Keurig. I have the home in Fl and one in Ohio. When I am gone from Fl for 5 months, I often have to buy a new Kuerig as it stops working. it is expensive.
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if I buy this coffee machine to spent in u.s.a the voltage is surely 110 voltage? I must to buy in what Amazon country in Italy, U.K. or where? thank you.
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The current one only uses pods. The older models could use either loose coffee or a type of pod that's no longer made by Illy.
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Go on line to Gevalia.com there you can pull up the manuel for your model and it will give you instructions. It is a wonderful coffee maker!!! let the link guide you... Kim Love
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I have called Melitta and since they have discontinued this model (MEMB1) there are NO replacement parts. They did give me the part numbers to search on the internet for the replacement carafe (MEMBCFW - white or MEMBCFB - black). I am very frustrated, and I feel that I may have to throw the whole coffee maker away. This is not a very customer friendly product or company if they don't have replacement parts!
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Same here Anita. Two makers, and that's the only issue I had with this, otherwise, perfect coffee maker. I hope that next time I purchase another one, that issue would have been resolved. For now we put a coffee mug to hold the lid down, so one of us would get a nice-and-hot mug for our coffee. Another little issue is that the grinder packs some of the coffee at the bottom of the filter... we remove the filter and loosen up the packed coffee with a spoon every time. Still beats having to use a separate grinder!
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My pump finally went out in my unit and I know that parts like this are not available. So, after 11 years of usage, my unit finally had to be thrown out. The good news, I found a new coffee pot with like features. After looking at this unit I would swear that it was a Melitta knock off. I bought it at Wal Mart and the inner basket looks almost 99% like the Melitta inner basket. I bought it and the only disappointing part is that the grind cannot be adjusted. Here is the link to the unit: http://www.bhglivebetter.com/appliances/coffee-maker
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sorry can't you with this. But I did have to return mine because it was leaking water from the bottom. Cuisinart was very good about the return but we did have to pay the shipping. Oh we had been using the coffee maker just over a year.
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Iv'e been asked similar questions Karen and being familiar only with my model my best reply is for you to contact Cuisinart Customer Service. Others did.
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Kathy,According to the manual they suggest to try the store where you purchasedthe coffee maker. I would also try Bed Bath and Beyond or Walmart. If noluck try the parts line at Oster, 1 800 672-6333. Peace.B
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I think you have to contact the seller on amazon. I haven't seen the coffee maker or the carafe in the stores I go to.
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Go to Selectbrands.com and inquire about the CM-302 - it is their NEW Dual Coffee Maker and it is just as GREAT!!! I called customer service and a woman named Patty Lehn was a wonderful help!
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Update - I searched their site a little differently and here it says the carafes are in stock http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/coffee-filters-and-carafes-replacement-carafe-88152.html