How To Drain A Keurig B60 (Quickly & Easily!)

There could be many reasons for needing or wanting to drain your Keurig coffee maker. It could be a move, or perhaps it’s being sold, or maybe it just hasn’t been used for a while and needs refreshing. Perhaps it is even that new shiny Keurig model that goes so well with your new kitchen remodel? Whatever the reason is, it inevitably leads to one question above all others, and that question is about how to drain a Keurig B60.

To drain a Keurig B60, water can be blown out of the inner tank using air pressure and will require some disassembly and creativity. The second option is to manipulate the water level sensor. This option requires no disassembly, but it is also arguably the least reliable method.

It is worth noting that Keurig manufactured the Keurig B60 with no intent or means to drain the inner tank. Even the storage directions specifically state to store the Keurig away in an upright position to avoid leaking. That does not mean, however, that the Keurig B60 cannot be drained because it can.

Like most Keurig coffee machines, the Keurig B60 comes with a reserve tank. This water storage tank holds water ready to dispense for immediate brewing. The water we actually see in the water reservoir simply replaces the water used from the inner tank.

This tank, according to Keurig, is of a stainless steel makeup, so it preserves the quality and safety of the water. Think water canteen in essence. While many Keurig models come with an option to empty this inner tank, the Keurig B60 obviously, does not.

Here are the options to drain the Keurig B60 and what you need to do the job.

This technique is easily the most simple and quickest option, although it leaves some doubt about being the best. The first argument against this technique is that it doesn’t always work. The next debate surrounds the question of drainage, as in how do we know the inner tank is emptied? The truth is, we don’t know, so that is also a problem.

Finally, there is the concern about leftover or remaining water in the lines, a problem generally resolved through the disassembly and blowing process of option one. Here are the simple steps for manipulating the water level sensor.

When the display indicator reads Ready, start the brew cycle. Repeat this process as many times as the coffee maker will allow. Continued manipulation of the water level sensor may be necessary. Remember to be careful manipulating the sensor as it contains electronic components.

While different techniques have been reportedly tried, they are all the same variation of the same principle. In theory, the objective is to make the Keurig B60 system think the water level is full so it engages the inner tank to begin the brewing process.

Related Questions

Are There Concerns I Should Be Aware Of Before Disassembling?

In addition to the obvious concern of ensuring the coffee maker is turned off and unplugged, there is a couple of other issues to be aware of when disassembling a Keurig.Be cautious when moving the front housing unit during disassembly. The bottom needle can present poking or cutting risk. Another concern is the inner tank water. When attempting a disassembly of the Keurig B60, allow the machine to sit unplugged for at least 24 hours to avoid the risk of burns from heated water in the tank.

Do Most Keurig Coffee Makers Have Draining Options?

While the Keurig B60 is a beloved and popular machine, it does have the oddity of being one of the Keurig makes that doesn’t offer auto drain or designed draining options. Most Keurig coffee makers, (at least the newer models) do offer draining options. Sorry B60 owners.

Does Keurig Offer Support Or Service?

Although there are mixed reviews on the effectiveness of this aspect of Keurig, there is help. Keurig offers customer services for both residential and commercial clients. These are the contact numbers for Keurig support:

The truth is, and according to the folks at Keurig, it isn’t ever a necessity. From all accounts, it is quite evident, in fact, that Keurig never intended for the B60 model to be emptied. Unfortunately, that can be impractical for some situations.

If the Keurig B60 is ever tilted, turned on its side, or upside down for any length of time, it will eventually leak. That also makes the Keurig B60 less than an ideal appliance for storage purposes. No, the Keurig B60 does not need to be drained, but it may also be a very practical thing to do.