this post was submitted on 13 Dec 2023
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So about two weeks ago my 9-cup pot started failing. Instead of a nice rich flow, it did nothing until it started to boil, and then produced about 3 of it's 9 'cups' via a disgusting tasting over boiled sputtering mess.

I changed the filter. I cleaned the interior with a toothbrush. I blamed the beans. I blamed the grind. I was wrong every time. I was in despair. I youtubed.

https://youtu.be/4yGinq5NaCA?feature=shared

TL;DW: use thread tape to correct the fit between the funnel and the top of the water container. Works great!

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago

This happens to my wife's smaller one (maybe 6 cup) every few months. Generally the gasket is the primary issue and the second issue is she doesn't tighten the 2 halves together very well.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Try changing the gasket as another poster suggested.

[–] markr 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I did. I forgot to mention that. The actual problem was that the funnel no longer sealed tightly with the water container. Using thread tape repaired the seal. Replacing the funnel would also work, but thread tape is very inexpensive.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Aha. Innovation. I like it.

[–] tartan 2 points 1 year ago

That’s a useful thing to know, thanks!

[–] SpaghettiYeti 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Is thread tape going to be safe?

[–] markr 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Yeah it’s intended for pvc water pipes - it’s safe.

[–] SpaghettiYeti 5 points 1 year ago

I meant more so because of the extreme heat it will go through. It may melt or leech chemicals into your coffee.