If your reservoir has water sitting it it, go ahead and empty this out before placing it in the sink. Take this opportunity to discard any used pods sitting around as well. [5] X Research source
Removing these grounds is important because they can accumulate over time and lead to clogs and stoppages. [9] X Research source
It is a good idea to do at least a surface wipe down of your machine once a week. [12] X Research source
It is important to use just distilled water, as this will prevent any additional hard water deposits from forming during the cleaning process. [16] X Research source If your Keurig refuses to run without a pod in place, go ahead and put an empty one in the holder. This will not impact the cleaning process. [17] X Research source
If you are not sure if your Keurig is truly free of vinegar, then add a pinch of baking soda into the coffee mug you are using for draining. If there is a fizzy reaction, then perform another water brew. [23] X Research source
