If you live in a hard water area, you might see white crusty bits on the heating element (fancy talk for the warm water tank). That’s just calcium and magnesium throwing a tiny rock concert in your machine.
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To kick them out, use a descaling solution (or more vinegar—because vinegar is basically a superhero). Let it sit for 30 minutes, then scrub and rinse. Your dispenser will thank you with warmer water that actually tastes like water.