The possibility of any hitch of a coffee maker must be revealed as soon as possible. The system of automatic diagnostics installed in some models of coffee makers provides a great help. Such machines are fit with sensors, indicators and special devices, which serve for notification of owners. Our troubleshooting table with error codes for Hamilton Beach coffee makers below will help you to understand these notifications.
The 49965A model is a part of the FlexBrew range of coffee makers produced by the American manufacturer Hamilton Beach. The programmable one-cup coffee machine is equipped with a removable water reservoir and a removable single-serve pack holder.
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| Coffee tastes bad | • Coffee maker needs cleaning. • Coffee ground too coarse or too fine. Select automatic drip grind. • Poor coffee quality and freshness. • Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water). |
| Coffee maker will not brew. | • The piercing needle may be clogged. Clean piercing |
| Coffee overflows from brew basket. | • Use removable brew basket holder for ground coffee. 3 tablespoons (44 ml) is the maximum amount of grounds to brew. • Use a lesser amount of ground coffee. • When using whole bean coffee, a standard automatic drip coffee grind will yield best results. Be careful not to overgrind, since very finely ground coffee can cause overflow in this unit. |
| Coffee overflows from mug or travel mug. | • To prevent coffee overflowing from a mug/travel mug, choose the correct cup size. |
| FIL H2O on display. | • Water reservoir is not in place. No water in the water reservoir. Fill water reservoir to MAX fill line and start the brewing process. |
| No clock display. | • Started brew cycle without first setting clock. Press button to display and set the clock. |
| Coffee not dispensing. | • Piercing needle is clogged with coffee grounds. Turn unit off; unplug. Allow unit to cool completely. To remove any built-up coffee grounds, insert end of bent paper clip into eye and up into piercing needle. |
| Failed foil seal. | • There is variability in the single-serve pack manufacturing process which causes some types of single-serve packs to be weaker at the seams. Brew using a different brand of single-serve packs. |
| PURGE on display. | • Place travel mug on cup rest. Press (ON/OFF) button. |
Hamilton Beach D60012 is a simple coffee maker designed for commercial use. Although it doesn’t offer additional programs for making cappuccino or Italian macchiato, it is a rather reliable appliance with all the basic features. The chart below was created for those who prefer to fix their home appliances on their own.
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Beverage overflows in decanter | • Decanter not empty when starting brew cycle. • Filling vessel is larger than decanter. Use same size. |
| Coffee maker spits water or steams excessively Inconsistent beverage level in decanter | • Water tank, tank components, or spray head are built up with lime. • A 1⁄2 - 3⁄4 cup variance is normal. |
| Weak beverage | • Wrong coffee grind. Use a fine or drip grind for proper extraction. • Wrong type of filter. Use a highquality, name-brand filter. • Brew basket loaded incorrectly. Level the coffee grounds by gently shaking the basket. • Spray head partially blocked by lime. Unscrew and remove to clean away mineral deposits. • Spray head clogged with lime. |
| Brew cycle will not start | • ON/OFF switch not in ON position or brewer not plugged in. • Water tank not filled with water. |
| Water is not hot | • Coffee brewer not plugged into grounded outlet. • Check water tank for lime build up. |
| Brewer is making unusual noises | • Tank or heating element needs to be delimed. |
The 840123000 coffee maker belongs to the BrewStation range. Some of the optional features include additional filters, an automatic brew program, and a plug-in clock. In spite of the fact that Hamilton Beach appliances are rather reliable, you may still need to fix them every now and then. Check the table below for expert advice.
| POTENTIAL PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE |
|---|---|
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. • Coffee ground other than automatic drip. • Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference. • Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water to make coffee). |
| Coffee not brewing/ unit will not turn on. | • Water reservoir is empty. • Unit is unplugged. • Power outage. • Power surge. Unplug then plug the unit back in. • Clock model requires pressing Auto ON/OFF button twice. Light should glow. • Clock blinking in program mode. Press PROG once then press ON/OFF until indicator light glows. • Clock model requires reset after power outage. |
| Coffee brews slowly. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. • Excessive amounts of coffee. • Coffee ground too finely (not automatic drip grind). • More than one paper filter in basket. • Poor quality paper filter. |
| Leaks from dispenser. | • Coffee grounds trapped in coffee tank dispensing mechanism under ring in coffee tank. |
One of the most loved appliances from the BrewStation line-up, the 44301 coffee maker is produced by Virginia-based company Hamilton Beach. Some of the optional accessories include a water filter that guarantees a better tasting coffee. The filter requires replacement every 60 cycle. It can be cleaned with a coffeemaker cleaner or vinegar.
| POTENTIAL PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE |
|---|---|
| Leaks from dispenser. | • Coffee grounds trapped in coffee tank dispensing mechanism under seal in coffee tank. |
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. • Coffee ground other than automatic drip. • Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference. • Poor water quality (use water filter or bottled water to make coffee). |
| Coffee not brewing/coffee stops brewing/unit will not turn on. | • Mineral deposits have built up. Clean the coffeemaker • Water reservoir is empty. • Unit is unplugged. • Power outage. • Power surge. Unplug then plug the unit back in. |
| Coffee brews slowly/ coffee overflows basket. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. Clean the coffeemaker at least every 30 days to maintain proper performance. • Excessive amounts of coffee. • Coffee ground too finely (not automatic drip grind). • More than one paper filter in basket. • Poor quality or wrong size paper filter. |
The manufacturer of household appliances, air purifiers, and restaurant equipment, Hamilton Beach boasts a wide range of coffee makers. The 43700 model is a personal brewer making 5 cups of coffee at a time. It is designed exclusively for household use.
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE |
|---|---|
| Brew cycles take longer than when unit was new. | • Clean coffeemaker with vinegar. |
| Amount of brewed coffee is less than when unit was new | • Clean coffeemaker with vinegar. |
| Unit shuts off early in brewing cycle. | • Clean coffeemaker with vinegar. |
| Cover does not fit snugly. | • Make sure that the filter basket is properly positioned and that the cover is turned so that the tab fits into the pouring spout. |
| Coffee grounds are in your brewed coffee. | • Wait about 3 minutes after the brew cycle is complete before pouring. |
| Coffee grounds accidentally spill into the reservoir | • Fill the reservoir with water and turn it upside down to discard water in the sink. Repeat this procedure to flush out the coffee grounds. |
Hamilton Beach 42884 is a model of coffee maker intended for household use only. It features a 2-hour automatic shutoff, which turns off the Keep-Hot Plate two hours after the start of a brew cycle. One more additional feature is Pause’N’Serve giving you a chance to get a cup of coffee before the brew cycle is actually finished.
| Problem | To Correct Problem |
|---|---|
| Doesn’t brew or won’t heat. | • Check to be sure power cord is firmly plugged into a live power outlet. • The Automatic Shutoff feature turns the Coffeemaker off two hours after making the coffee. Turn Coffeemaker OFF then back ON. • For clock models, if power has been interrupted the automatic brew time must be reset. |
| Filter Basket or Pause ’N Serve overflows. | • Excessive amounts of ground coffee will clog the filter basket. One level tablespoon of ground coffee per cup is recommended. • Make sure coffee is not ground too finely. This will clog the filter. Permanent filters are more likely to clog than paper filters. • Be sure to use a good quality cupcake or basketstyle filter. The sides of the filter should be upright against side of Filter Basket to avoid filter collapsing. • When using Pause ’N Serve, hot water continues to flow into Filter Basket and may overflow if Carafe is not returned to Keep-Hot Plate within 20 seconds. • Make sure that Carafe is fully seated on the Keep-Hot Plate. |
| Longer than normal brew time. | • Mineral deposits can build up in the pump of your Coffeemaker. Periodic cleaning of the inside of your Coffeemaker is recommended. More frequent cleaning may be necessary, depending upon the hardness of your water. |
The Hamilton Beach 40714 coffee maker belongs to the Cappuccino Plus range. It means that in addition to brewing coffee, it is capable of making cappuccino and espresso. The pump-type espresso/cappuccino has been created for household use only. It operates differently than a steam-type model.
| PROBLEM | Things TO CHECK |
|---|---|
| Espresso temperature is too low | • Make sure that the Temperature/Ready light is off • Pre-warm the filter holder by running hot water through it • Pre-warm cup by rinsing with hot water or using cup warming tray • Use coffee grounds that are at room temperature |
| Espresso flow is too slow | • Make sure the water reservoir is not empty • Do not tamp grounds too firmly |
| Espresso runs out of the side or top of the filter holder | • Make sure that the filter holder is fitted into the espresso maker properly • Clean coffee grounds off the edge of the filter before inserting the filter holder into espresso maker • Clean the brew head, filter, and filter holder |
| Espresso will not flow out | • Is the water reservoir empty? • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? • Make sure that the coffee grounds are not overpacked in the filter • Is filter holder properly fitted into the espresso maker? • Clean the filter, filter holder, and brew head |
| Machine is very noisy when operating | • Is the water reservoir empty? • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? • Is the filter holder properly fitted into position? |
| Espresso flavor is too weak | • Always use fresh espresso ground coffee • Tamp the ground coffee down firmly • The longer the brew time, the weaker the espresso (1 serving = 1 to 11⁄2 ounces) • Be sure there is sufficient ground coffee in the filter • Coffee grounds are too coarse • Try a different brand or roast of coffee |
| Espresso flavor is too strong or bitter | • Ensure steam button is OFF. If the steam button was left on, the water may have been too hot. Rotate steam control dial counterclockwise to release steam into a frothing cup or pitcher and allow appliance to cool. Then repeat steps in the section “To make espresso” • Too much espresso ground was used • Grounds were too fine • Brew longer before pressing espresso button to OFF • Try different a different brand or roast of coffee • Use the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind™ coffee grinder |
| Difficult to froth milk | • Always use fresh, cold milk (skim milk is recommended) • Use a cold, stainless steel cup • Clean the frothing nozzle • Move the cup slightly up and down while frothing • Make sure that the Steam button is depressed and that the Temperature/Ready light is off |
BrewStation is a diverse range of coffee makers produced by the U.S.-based company Hamilton Beach. There are over 30 models within the series with the capacity of up to 40 cups. Coffee machines designed for household use can be programmed to automatically turn off in 0 (in case of iced coffee), 1, 2, 3, or 4 hours after the start.
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE |
|---|---|
| Coffee leaks from dispenser. | • Coffee grounds trapped in coffee tank dispensing mechanism under seal in coffee tank. |
| "CLEAN" appears in display. | • This is a reminder to clean coffeemaker. |
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. |
| • Coffee ground too coarsely or too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind. | |
| • Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference. | |
| • Poor water quality. Use water filter or bottled water to make coffee. For iced coffee, too much ice in tank causing too long extraction time for grounds. Make sure ice is not above the 10-cup marking line. | |
| Coffee not brewing or stops brewing/unit will not turn on. | • Mineral deposits have built up. Clean the coffeemaker following "Cleaning with Vinegar." |
| • Water reservoir is empty. | |
| • Unit is unplugged. | |
| • Power outage or power surge. If surge, unplug; then plug back in. | |
| Coffee brews slowly. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. Clean at least every 30 days to maintain proper performance. |
| • Coffeemaker is in the 1-4 CUPS or BOLD modes. Press BREW OPTIONS button until no lights appear. | |
| Coffee overflows basket. | • Excessive amounts of coffee grounds. |
| • Coffee ground too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind. | |
| • More than one paper filter in filter basket. Poor quality paper filter or wrong size paper filter. | |
| Coffee is cold when dispensed (when not using ICED COFFEE setting). | • Selected Keep Warm hours have elapsed and coffeemaker has automatically shut off. |
Cappuccino Plus coffee machines are produced by Virginia-based company Hamilton Beach exclusively for household use. It is a pump-type cappuccino/espresso maker. Some of the features include a measuring spoon with tamping tool storage and a removable water reservoir.
| PROBLEM | Things TO CHECK |
|---|---|
| Espresso temperature is too low | • Make sure that the Temperature/Ready light is off |
| • Pre-warm the filter holder by running hot water through it | |
| • Pre-warm cup by rinsing with hot water or using cup warming tray | |
| • Use coffee grounds that are at room temperature | |
| Espresso flow is too slow | • Make sure the water reservoir is not empty |
| • Do not tamp grounds too firmly | |
| Espresso runs out of the side or top of the filter holder | • Make sure that the filter holder is fitted into the espresso maker properly |
| • Clean coffee grounds off the edge of the filter before inserting the filter holder into espresso maker | |
| • Clean the brew head, filter, and filter holder | |
| Espresso will not flow out | • Is the water reservoir empty? |
| • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? | |
| • Make sure that the coffee grounds are not overpacked in the filter | |
| • Is filter holder properly fitted into the espresso maker? | |
| • Clean the filter, filter holder, and brew head | |
| Machine is very noisy when operating | • Is the water reservoir empty? |
| • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? | |
| • Is the filter holder properly fitted into position? | |
| Espresso flavor is too weak | • Always use fresh espresso ground coffee |
| • Tamp the ground coffee down firmly | |
| • The longer the brew time, the weaker the espresso (1 serving = 1 to 1V2 ounces) | |
| • Be sure there is sufficient ground coffee in the filter | |
| • Coffee grounds are too coarse | |
| • Try a different brand or roast of coffee | |
| Espresso flavor is too strong or bitter | • Ensure steam button is OFF. If the steam button was left on, the water may have been too hot. Rotate steam control dial counterclockwise to release steam into a frothing cup or pitcher and allow appliance to cool. Then repeat steps in the section “To make espresso” |
| • Too much espresso ground was used | |
| • Grounds were too fine | |
| • Brew longer before pressing espresso button to OFF | |
| • Try different a different brand or roast of coffee | |
| • Use the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind™ coffee grinder | |
| Difficult to froth milk | • Always use fresh, cold milk (skim milk is recommended) |
| • Use a cold, stainless steel cup | |
| • Clean the frothing nozzle | |
| • Move the cup slightly up and down while frothing | |
| • Make sure that the Steam button is depressed and that the Temperature/Ready light is off |
Hamilton Beach Eclectrics is a collection of coffee makers equipped with a thermal carafe and an oversized coffee scoop. Appliances built for use in households feature a Pause’NServe function. It gives you a chance to enjoy a cup of coffee before the cycle is completed.
| POTENTIAL PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE |
|---|---|
| Filter basket overflows or coffee brews slowly. | • Filter basket is not securely in place. |
| • Carafe not securely placed on Base. | |
| • Excessive amounts of coffee. | |
| • Coffee ground too finely (not automatic drip grind). | |
| • Carafe removed during brewing for more than 15 seconds and not placed securely back on Base. | |
| • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. | |
| If using a paper filter: | |
| • Coffee grounds between paper filter and filter basket. | |
| • Paper filter not open and in proper position. | |
| • Rinse filter basket before inserting paper filter so the edges will remain pressed against the sides of the basket. | |
| • Poor quality paper filter. | |
| Coffee leaks onto base. | • Coffee filter basket needs cleaning. |
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. |
| • Coffee ground other than automatic drip. | |
| • Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference. | |
| • Poor coffee quality and freshness. | |
| • Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water). | |
| Coffee sediment in cup. | • Use cone paper filter instead of permanent stainless steel coffee filter. |
| Coffee not brewing or unit will not turn on. | • Water reservoir is empty. |
| • Unit is unplugged. | |
| • Power outage. | |
| • Power surge. Unplug then plug the unit back in. | |
| • Clock requires reset after power outage. | |
| • The Auto Shutoff feature turns coffeemaker off after two hours. Turn coffeemaker off and back on to brew additional pots of coffee. | |
| Longer than normal brew time. | • Mineral deposits can build up in the pump of your coffeemaker. Periodic cleaning of the inside of the unit is recommended. More frequent cleaning may be necessary, depending on the hardness of your water. Clean the coffeemaker. NOTE: Do not disassemble the unit. |
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew is a range of two-way coffee makers. All of them consist of two parts: a one-serve side and a programmable carafe side. It gives you a chance to vary the quantity of beverage according to your current needs.
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| Err message on display. | • Too much water in the water reservoir. Turn brew selector dial to carafe (3j ) and push BREW NOW button to remove water. Wait for 3 beeps and blue power light to turn off. Restart the Single-Serve process. |
| Weak coffee. | • Not enough ground coffee used. If using pods, make sure the pod(s) are centered in the pod basket and/or brew basket and use two pods for stronger coffee. |
| Coffee overflows from brew basket, travel mug, or regular mug. | • Excessive amount of water in reservoir. Use travel mug or mug into which coffee will be brewed to fill reservoir. Use slightly less grounds when brewing decaffeinated, flavored, or finely ground coffee. Or use medium ground coffee. |
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. |
| • Coffee ground too coarsely or too finely. Set coffee grinder to automatic drip grind. | |
| • Poor coffee quality and freshness. | |
| • Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water). | |
| Water exits carafe side. | • Make sure selector dial is set to Single-Serve side. |
| Auto-start feature does not work with Single-Serve side. | • Auto-start feature is not designed to work with Single-Serve side. Program mode is for Carafe side only. |
| Clear water when brewing with single-serve pack. | • Forgot to lock handle down, which pierces top foil of single-serve packs. |
| Steam flows up across control panel. | • When brewing ground coffee with single-serve pack holder assembly removed, steam will travel up across the control panel if the basket handle is pressed down. Leave the handle up for ground coffee or soft pods. |
| • Do not exceed MAX water level for single-serve pack brewing. | |
| Brew basket overflows or coffee brews slowly. | • Excessive amounts of ground coffee. |
| • Decaffeinated and/or coffee ground too finely can cause overflow. Use slightly less grounds when brewing decafeinated, flavored, or finely ground coffee. Or use medium ground coffee. | |
| • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. | |
| If using a paper filter: | |
| • Coffee grounds between paper filter and brew basket. | |
| • Paper filter not open and in proper position. | |
| • Rinse brew basket before inserting paper filter so the edges will remain pressed against the sides of the basket | |
| • Poor-quality paper filter. | |
| Coffee leaks onto base. | • Carafe removed from warming plate for more than 20 seconds during the brewing cycle. |
| Coffee tastes bad. | • Coffeemaker needs cleaning. |
| • Coffee ground too coarsely or too finely. Use medium ground coffee. | |
| • Coffee-to-water ratio unbalanced. Adjust for personal preference. | |
| • Poor coffee quality and freshness. | |
| • Poor water quality (use filtered or bottled water). |