The Keurig B40 B50 and B60 have in internal storage tank that can't be drained Wont the water get yucky when not used for some time?

The Keurig FAQ states that it is not possible to drain the internal tank on a Keurig brewer. Actually, the process is not difficult and can be accomplished in 10 minutes, but it requires some dexterity, because you must reach a nippers and pliers into a confined area.

Keurig B40/50/60/70 Brewer

How to Drain Internal Tank

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Tools: Phillips screwdriver, tiny sizzors, long

nose pliers, small plasitc tie-wrap

Procedure (~ 10 minutes)

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1. Place cushion next to sink. Lie Keurig brewer on a it's back

with bottom facing sink.

2. Remove 5 screws from bottom plate. Swing plate out of the way,

but leave green ground-wires attached.

3. Cut tie-wrap from translucent corrugated hose and slip off of

nipple at bottom of stainless tank.

NOTE: Hose end is very tight. You may need a pliers to gently

wiggle it back & forth. Avoid nicking end sleeve that fits over the

steel nipple.

4. Sit brewer upright in sink. Swivel base plate out of the path

and allow tank to drain.

5. Replace hose over tank nipple and fasten tightly with new tie-

wrap. Blot moisture with paper towel.

6. Close bottom panel. NOTE: Slide bottom plate beneath clips along

curved plastic housing before screwing into place.

Brewer can now be stored or shipped. (It is lighter and will not

leak water during shipment).

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