Why is my coffee maker not brewing properly?

Hey and sounds like your coffee maker might be dealing with some mineral buildup from hard water, which is a super common issue that can mess with brewing. Before you toss it and get a new one, try descaling it to clear out any limescale that's clogging things up. That often gets everything flowing right again.

I've had good luck with the coffee descaler for this kind of problem. It's a liquid solution that works on a bunch of brands and comes in a 32-ounce bottle good for eight uses, so it's efficient and should handle your old pot without any hassle.

Just follow the instructions on the bottle, run a cycle with the descaler, then rinse thoroughly with water a couple times. If that doesn't fix it, could be something else like a worn-out part, but this is a simple first step worth trying.

Man and I've been there with my that model acting up, and it turned out the filter basket was all gummed up with old grounds... Give that a good clean, maybe soak it in some hot soapy water for a bit. Works great.

If that's not it,, check if the water reservoir has any blockages or if you're using the right amount of that model. Too much can clog things too. Anyway, simple stuff like that saved mine from the trash heap.

Start with the basics by confirming the outlet works and running plain water to check flow.

If it's sluggish it's likely mineral scale and so run an equal parts vinegar and water clean then rinse well and and only consider replacing parts if that doesn't fix it.

I had one slow to a crawl and it turned out to be a simple seal issue. lid gasket and the groove it sits in had a film on them and so steam and water were escaping instead of going through the grounds. A good scrub of the lid & the gasket, and the basket rim with warm soapy water brought the flow back and the brew tasted normal again.

Also make sure the carafe is pushing the switch under the basket. If the pot is slightly off center, the valve stays closed and you get drips or nothing at all. Keep the fill below the max line, use a paper filter that fits without folding, and avoid very fine grinds that can choke the basket.

If it starts a cycle then quits, refill the tank and give the side a few firm taps to dislodge an air bubble in the intake tube, then run a water only cycle. If the warming plate stays cold and there is no sound from the boiler, that points to a failed heater or thermal fuse, which is usually not worth chasing on an older unit.

Oh and that model woes, I feel you. My pot started dripping instead of brewing a while back, and I figured out it was because the lid wasn't sealing right. needed to adjust it or clean the seal.

Another thing, if it's not heating up, could be the thermostat gone bad, but that's more advanced. For now, unplug it, let it cool, and inspect for any visible crud or damage. I tried that and it fixed everything but then... yeah, turned out to be a loose wire I could nudge back. Saved me bucks on a new one.

Unplug it and let it cool, damn then give it a thorough descale. Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, fill the reservoir, start a brew, pause halfway for 20 minutes & then finish the cycle. Run two or three full tanks of plain water to rinse until the vinegar smell is gone. Easy fix most times.

If it is still struggling, check the drip stop under the brew basket. The little lever that the carafe presses can get sticky with dried that model, so move it back and forth and rinse it well. Look at the sprayhead where water comes out over the grounds and clear any tiny holes with a toothpick. Make sure your filter is seated flat and the lid clicks fully shut so water routes correctly.

Another culprit is grind that is too fine. If the bed turns to sludge, water backs up and the machine seems weak. Try a medium grind and a normal dose. If the water never heats and you don't hear any gentle gurgling, the heater or thermostat may be failing, and at that point a repair shop estimate will tell you if it is worth saving.