Does it come apart for cleaning and/or replacing parts? Does the carafe separate from the holder and does the filter come apart?
1797952
Unfortunately as I learnt only this morning, the carafe does not separate from the holder. So if the glass shatters, it can't be replaced.
1797953
The filter comes apart. The filter "disks" screw onto the plunger stem. The glass carafe is attached to the holder. I like this because you can hold onto it by the handle while washing and the plastic somewhat protect the glass while draining. I used to have a stainless steel version of his and the carafe slid out of the holder. In that case, if the carafe breaks it can be replaced.
811206
It it came off it's likely broken. Contact Amazon for replacement instructions as they are very good about that and other customer service issues I have had. If you have had the maker for a relatively short time... 30 days or less they will replace it without question I'm sure... or a refund. If less than a yr, (I recall the warranty being either 90 days or 1 year, not sure which) then Mr. Coffee will stand back of it in conjunction with Amazon. Give 'em a call'
177082
The answer is that I haven't tried to unscrew it, because in the past (that is, on other French press models) I have not been able to screw it up firmly enough again. I rinse it immediately after making coffee and then put the entire unit in the dishwasher. This works.
1873254
Unfortunately you cannot replace the carafe. I believe due to the components being attached to the bottom makes the unit not serviceable. The extended warranty doesn't even cover the glass. :-(
2139347
It is very easy to lift out the filter and its housing and rinse and replace. The grinder however does not need to be cleaned each time. Perhaps once a month or a bit more, depending on how heavy your usage.
1818829
Yes, it comes apart into two separate pieces, both of which can go into the dishwasher. It gets completely clean.
262341
Mine can be unscrewed. Did not know it until I received your question. This morning after coffee, tried it and yes it does. Washed and dried all the parts. So, we both learned something from your question. Thanks.
1245824
there is a plastic filter that is covered by cloth, and the spring that holds the filter in place is metal. It makes good coffee though. The trick would be to find an old glass filter from the 50s or 60s when they made them out of glass and use that one. Maybe at a garage sale or ebay.
610046
So simple all the parts separate.. Just hot water cleans each one individually or you can put each part in dishwasher.. Except main piece which has power cord insert.. But all you need to do is rinse afterwards... Love it.. It makes amazing coffee.. Best portions are 8 cups water 8tablesppons coffee.. Goodluck
738279
You can remove the carafe, though it may not seem like it because it's a tight fit in the holder. Of course, be extra careful when removing yours since it's cracked. Hope this helps.
1463133
At first it is kind of difficult. You have to pry open the filter. I used a knife. There are small tabs that hold the filter together. Once you pry them apart. it becomes much easier. Now I don't have to do that. They come apart very easily now. Hope this helps.
1703299
I believe you have to run a few times with water to rinse the entire system. The filter especially needs to have water run through it. Should improve after a few times. Mine only lasted a year. Until then, made good coffee.
584039
Um...I only paid $5.99 for the whole thing, not sure why you would buy a replacement carafe...just get a whole new maker!
2083189
The glass carafe is one piece. The metal band around the middle makes the handle more secure.
986849
I've washed the carafe and plastic parts in the dishwasher - top rack just to be safe with the plastic - about once a week for the past 2 1/2 years, with no problems whatsoever. Most days, however, I just rinse it with water.
382725
Hi Hilary, YES! The entire carafe will come apart. The filter screws away from the plunger to make for easy cleaning of each. The glass carafe fits snuggly the metal holder but will slip out for cleaning. I LOVE MY FRENCH PRESS! Pam W. Biloxi MS
1811241
Yes, you need to rinse out the filter basket, and make sure it is dry before using again. This is not an issue when we brew a carafe at a time.