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Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen

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Removing the heating element may be necessary if the coffee maker is not keeping the coffee warm. Always unplug your device before beginning any repair.

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  1. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Access the base: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Remove the carafe (coffee pot) from the coffee maker.

    • Turn the Braun Aromaster KF 440 upside down so the base is exposed.

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  2. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove the nut: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Locate the nut at the center of the base and unscrew it with a pair of basic pliers.

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  3. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove the cover: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Gently lift the cover away from the bottom of the coffee maker and remove it.

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  4. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove the first center tube from the one-way valve: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove the first center tube from the one-way valve: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Using the larger plastic opening tool, gently push the tubing off of the one-way valve. (If the tubing is being stubborn and won't come off, run the metal spudger around the inside of the tubing to free it up.)

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  6. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove second tubing from hose: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove second tubing from hose: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Using the larger plastic opening tool, gently push the tubing off of the second one-way valve. (If the tubing is being stubborn and won't come off, run the metal spudger around the inside of the tubing to free it up.)

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  7. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Locate two wires: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Looking at bottom of the coffee maker, locate the two gray wires attached to the circuit board.

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  8. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove wires.: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove wires.: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove wires.: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • Remove each wire by gripping with pliers and then gently pulling straight up.

    • If you're having a hard time getting the wires off, gently wiggle the wire end back and forth with the pliers while keeping sufficient downward force on the circuit board with your finger. The wire should pop off easily.

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  9. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Locate switch wires: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Locate the second set of attached wires, which are connected to the on/off switch.

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  10. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove switch wires: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove switch wires: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove switch wires: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • Notice that there are 4 wires to remove.

    • Remove each wire by gently gripping with pliers and then pulling straight back.

    • Again, if your having a hard time removing the wires, revert back to the tip given in step 4.

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  11. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Pull away heating element: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Once everything is detached, the heating element should come right out.

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  12. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove bolts and nuts: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Remove bolts and nuts: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Remove the bolt by simply screwing it off by hand, or by using the pliers again if you need to.

    • Remove the metal spacer. ( Note: Make sure you are aware which way it came off because it does matter when you go to reassemble)

    • Remove the wing nut.

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  13. Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Separate heating element from heating plate: crwdns2935265:012crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Braun Aromaster KF440 Heating Element Replacemen, Separate heating element from heating plate: crwdns2935265:012crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Pull the heating element off of the heating plate.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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