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Keurig K40 Open/Close Sensor Replacement

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In this guide the user will open the top unit of the Keurig and replace the sensor that tells the device if the head unit is open or closed.

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    • Begin by removing the top cover from the device.

    • Remove the cover by gently rocking it back and forth with an emphasis on lowering the left side underneath an internal peg.

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    • Unscrew both 1.5mm screws located on the water pump.

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    • Keeping one hand firmly placed on the device, tug upwards on the water pump until it is separated from the device.

    • The water pump and pipe should now be loose and easy to move as shown.

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    • Pull on the point where the pipe meets the water pump.

    • The pipe will come loose and the water filter will be free and ready to be replaced.

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    • Using a #2 Philips head screwdriver remove the 1.2mm screw holding the sensor in place.

    • Locate where the connections are soldered to the sensor

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    • Melt the solder that is connected to the sensor.

    • Be careful to avoid any rubber and try to only contact the metal making the connection.

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    • Put the replacement sensor back on the post that holds it and begin to solder the two metal connections back to the sensor.

    • Be careful not to touch the end of the soldering iron.

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

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