10 common mistakes and how to fix coffee machines at home

Coffee machines are like any other machine, a long term use will inevitably have problems with errors or damage. If not repaired in time, the machine may stop working or productivity will also decrease significantly for later use. Therefore, in today's article, From Cau Dat Coffee will tell you how to repair your coffee machine simply and at the right time. 

Fix the error of the coffee machine that water not produce, clog, weakly drip

During the process of being used, the coffee machine is clogged up, no water or weak drip is a common situation. So what is the cause and how to fix the coffee machine?

Reasons: 

• The water source using to make coffee is not hygienic and contains a lot of dirt, moss, or heavy metal particles. If the water source is not guaranteed, it leads to the accumulation and blockage of the water pipes, causing the coffee machine to be clogged and not to release water. 
• During the brewing process, the essential oils in the coffee will stagnate in the brewing throats of the machine. Therefore, if this part is not cleaned regularly, it will lead to a blockage at the drain hole, making the coffee extract unable to drip or weak. 
• Another cause is that your coffee maker may have a damaged solenoid valve, making it more difficult to open/close the water divider valve. 
• In addition, the increased pressure or damaged pump nozzle also affects the state of coffee machine not producing water, clogged or weakly drip. 

How to fix? 

• To remove impurities that cause blockages in the water, you should install additional DVA or RO water filtration systems for the machine or switch to using cleaner and more secure water sources. 
• Another simple way is to regularly pay attention to cleaning the machine, especially the throat part with a specialized cleaning solution. Note: you should remove the water divider so that you can thoroughly clean the inside, periodically about every 5 days. 
• If the machine is found to have a broken magnetic valve, you should go to reputable coffee machine repair addresses for advice and use services from experts with high experience. 

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How to fix a coffee machine that does not pressurize?

Coffee machine pressure is also an important factor in determining whether the taste of that cup of coffee is standard or not. To learn how to fix this error, you can refer to this section. 

Reasons: 

• The coffee machine overrun, causing the amount of water to be reduced compared to the outlet water pressure. 
• Unstable air control makes the quality of extracted coffee can be reduced by up to 40%. 

How to fix? 

• You should correctly adjust the automatic temperature of the machine when making coffee. 
• If your coffee machine is too old, consider changing to another model with a larger operating capacity to meet the needs of use and easy to adjust the pressure during brewing process. 

How to fix a coffee machine that water temperature does not reach standard level?

Temperature is also a factor that directly affects the taste of coffee. Before learning how to fix quality coffee machine you should understand the cause of the condition first. 

Reasons: 

• The pressure inside the machine has not yet reached the standard threshold of 0.8 bars, so the water temperature is just below 90 degrees Celsius. 
• The classification of the amount of boiling water flowing through is uneven because the water divider solenoid valve at the phase throat of the machine is clogged. 
• The temperature controller inside the machine is broken. 

How to fix? 

• Observe carefully the amount of indicator light system of the machine or the correct pressure needle before proceeding to extract coffee. 
• Make sure the coffee handle stays hot by rinsing it with hot water and always remember to insert the handle into the throat while it's hot. 
• If the temperature controller is damage. Should immediately contact reputable repair agents. 

How to fix a coffee machine that have a leak?

Leaking coffee machine is a common error. We suggest how to fix this error right below. 

Reasons: 

• The rubber gasket at the hose is stretched due to a long-term use, losing its elasticity, so it cannot be inserted as tightly as before. 
• It is possible that in the process of making coffee, the machine is not cleaned carefully, causing coffee grounds and dirt to accumulate on the surface of the rubber gasket, creating gaps between the handle and the gasket, and causing water to leak. 

How to fix? 

• The simplest way is to replace the rubber gasket after a period of use. 
• Regularly clean and remove dirts on rubber gaskets after each use. 

The coffee machine has no power or has power but does not work

The coffee machine does not turn on or has power but still does not work is a situation that many people face. So what is the way to fix this error? 

Reasons: 

• The switch is burnt out due to the coffee machine being overloaded. 
• The power supply to the machine has a problem or does not match the required power of the machine. 
• For models that have been used for a long time, it is easy to encounter damaged or poor contacts, leading to inoperability. 

How to fix? 

• For this error, you can fix it yourself at home by checking the power system you are using to see if there is a problem.
• Move the machine to a cool, dry place to avoid affecting the power supply. 

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Fixing the coffee machine at home with the milk faucet problem

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Some coffee machines will be equipped with a milking nozzle to make more drinks. But if the milking faucet no longer works, do you know how to fix this error? 

Reasons: 

• The tip of the milking nozzle is blocked. 
• The parts involved the function of steam heating are damaged. 

How to fix? 

• You should remove the head of the steam nozzle to check, clean it thoroughly, and then reinstall in its old position to see whether it still works. 
• If you've tried the above method and it still doesn't work, you can immediately call the nearest repair agents so they can provide timely support. 

How to fix a coffee machine that can not boil water?

Hot water help coffee to dissolve and produce a finished product. If you are experiencing a situation where the coffee machine is not heating water or the water is heating very slowly, you should find a way to fix the coffee machine right away. 

Reasons: 

• This situation may happen due to an unstable or weak power supply to the coffee machine, affecting the operation of the burner and causing the water to not heat up. 
• The machine's resistor is burnt or the pressure relay is broken, making your coffee machine unable to heat hot water to brew. 

How to fix? 

• Check the machine's power supply or relay for timely change. 
• In addition, you can also improve the stability of the power supply by using the Lioa voltage stabilizer. 

The mixer pump is making unusual noises

The way to fix the coffee machine that has an abnormal noise is also very simple, so you don't need to worry too much. 

Reasons: 

• The water supply to the coffee machine may have been faulty, so the machine will make unusual noises when operating. 
• The coffee machine has a broken water pump system. 

How to fix?

• The only way to fix this case is that you cannot repair it yourself, but you must immediately contact a coffee machine repair agent for support and quick repair of this error. 

Mistake of a coffee machine with light errors

When operating, all lights are flashing but not working to make coffee after turning on the machine is also a serious error. At this point, you need to find a way to fix the coffee machine right away or it will lead to the machine's failure. 

Reasons: 

• Someone accidentally locked the water supply valve of the machine and forgot to open it again. 
• The part of the water supply cord is folded at a certain point, making it impossible for water to flow into the machine. 

How to fix? 

• Before making coffee, check that the water supply valve is open. 
• If after checking, the machine lights up but does not mix, then immediately contact the repair agent for timely support. 

Fix the problem of diluted coffee, dripping too fast

A coffee maker that flows too quickly will result in a diluted, slightly acidic, and bland finish. Therefore, if you want to produce a delicious, dense cup of coffee, you must immediately learn how to fix this error. 

Reasons: 

• The amount of coffee powder for the hand-held machine is too small. 
• Your coffee press is not tight, so water will easily pass through and flow through because that "wall" is not too tight. 

How to fix? 

• Put a sufficient amount of coffee into the handle before brewing. 
• Note that the coffee pressure should be tight. 
• If neither of these methods works, you should consider changing the type of coffee bean that is suitable for the machine. 

Above are common mistakes as well as easy ways to use coffee machines that we would like to introduce to you. Hopefully, the above useful information will help you easily recognize and fix common errors when using coffee machines. 

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