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    What if my glass pot is broken? Can I use a glass or a mug?
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    Community Answer
    Use anything you like. You can definitely use a mug. A sipper would be a great option, too!
  • Question
    Do I pour cold or hot water into my coffee maker to brew my coffee?
    Jensen Lin
    Jensen Lin
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    Put cold water in your coffee maker. The coffee maker will heat up the water automatically.
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    Can I leave my coffee maker turned on after it is done brewing to keep the coffee warm?
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    It is better to turn the coffee maker off when you are finished brewing. While they are rare, electrical fires can happen, particularly if your coffee maker doesn't have an automatic shut-off feature.
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    Can I add more coffee and water while brewing?
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    Yes, but it may stop and you may have to press the start button again. The hot water could also potentially splash on you or elsewhere, so be careful. It's safest to just turn it off, let it wrap up what it was in the middle of, add what you need to, and turn it back on.
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    Why is my coffee maker leaking water out of the bottom?
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    Community Answer
    You may have a broken pump. Unless you have a warranty, it's usually cheaper to just replace the coffee maker.
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    Could I use milk instead of water?
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    Community Answer
    No. The residual milk could go sour inside of the machine very quickly, so you would have to run several cups of hot soapy water through it after each use, and then the soap might clog up your machine.
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    How many times can I use the coffee grounds in a day? Should I use new scoops to make another cup?
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    You should never reuse coffee. Most of the flavor is extracted in the first usage, so if you reuse it, your coffee will be weak and bland, like barely-caffeinated water.
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    Can I pour cold water into a hot coffee maker reservoir, or do I have to let it cool down?
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    Community Answer
    Generally, your water should be between 195–205 °F, which isn't one extreme or the other (ice cold or boiling).
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    Is it supposed to be making strange sounds while it is making coffee?
    Ellie Homewood
    Ellie Homewood
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    Yes, they do make unusual sounds. There is likely nothing wrong with your coffee maker when it makes such noises but to be sure, check the manufacturer's instructions or website for more information.
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    The coffee gets cold after some time. Is it possible to warm it again with a coffee maker?
    George Cosseboom
    George Cosseboom
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    Make a full pot of coffee for through the day and turn it off after finished brewing. Microwave as and when needed. No more stale, burnt coffee...
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