Coffee maker drips coffee onto the warming plate even when the carafe is removed.

Safety first: Allow the brew basket to cool before removing it to avoid burns.

• Clean the drip-stop: Remove the brew basket and locate the drip-stop mechanism. Rinse it under warm water while operating the valve to remove trapped grounds.
• Inspect seal: Check the rubber or silicone seal at the tip of the drip-stop. If it is cracked, hardened, or misshapen, it may not seal properly.
• Seat basket correctly: Reinstall the basket, ensuring it is fully inserted and level so the valve aligns with the carafe lid actuator.
• Test function: Fill the basket with water and hold it over a sink. Operate the drip-stop manually to confirm it seals when released.
• Replace if needed: If the valve continues to leak, the drip-stop assembly or entire brew basket may need replacement.