I had 2 units and one was working but with a broken base. The other unit was not working and had a broken switch. I combined the two units into what should have been a working good unit. However, it takes forever to heat the water and never reaches the point of percolating. The center element is clean and gets very hot but never starts brewing. I notice the light is on as soon as I turn the switch to on and I think it is not supposed to come on until it is in the warming stage. Did I put a wire in the wrong place?
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The black clip that you are talking about seems to be a type of "lock" that was commonly used to prevent the cord from being pulled from the appliance by accident. You will need this part to "lock" the cord into the new base. I would recommend that you try to break the old base from around the cord trying not to damage the clip. You'll then be able to insert the "old" clip into the matching slot in the new base. I believe that the part itself is called a "locking strain relief".
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Sounds like the thermostat is weak and turning off at too low of temp.
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Had a little problem loosening the nut from the heating element, but once I got it off, cleaned all parts , went to an auto supply store and was lucky to find the right size gasket ( it was a part for a Nissan auto ) , used Permatex silicone gasket sealer, put all parts together, tightened the nut real tight, made all electrical connections, tested the pot with water, heated up real fine , no leaks , Problem solved.
SOURCE: coffee maker heats but does not ''perk''
The well at the bottom of the pot where the tube fits in can get coated with mineral deposits from hard water, and this causes the problem you're having.Some brands of coffee makers come with a cleaning tool for this. It's a flat metal piece that fits the well, and you use it to work a piece of steel wool (plain, not a soap pad!) back and forth to scrape off the buildup. If you don't have the tool, you can just cram a wad of steel wool into the well and twist it around by hand. It also helps to pour in Lime-Away (or a similar kind of cleaner) to fill the well and cover the bottom. Let it soak for a while, use the steel wool (wear rubber gloves to save your hands), and finish up with a thorough washing.
SOURCE: cofee perks okay, does not stay warm.
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