TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
1. Coffee does not flow.
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Remember to fill Reservoir or Boiler with
water before machine is switched On.
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Check if Switch is On.
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Use a coarser grind of coffee.
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Reduce the amount of coffee in the
Espresso Filter. Do not compact coffee in
the Filter.
2. Coffee is too weak or flows
too quickly.
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Use a finer grind of coffee.
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Increase the amount of coffee in the Filter
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Adjust the Espresso Strength Control Dial
to 'STRONG' setting.
3. Coffee flows too slowly or is
too strong.
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Use coarser grind.
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Reduce the amount of coffee in the Filter.
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Follow the Descaling instructions in this
booklet.
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Adjust the Espresso Strength Control Dial
to 'LIGHT' setting.
4. Coffee flows from the edge
of the Filter Holder.
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Wipe excess grinds from the Filter Holder.
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Make sure the Filter Holder is installed
securely in the 'Lock' position.
5. No steam from the Steam
Tube or steam stops before
frothing is complete.
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Remember to fill the Boiler.
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Check if the switch is On.
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Open the Steam Control Knob.
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Close the Steam Control Knob, remove
and wash the plastic Steam Nozzle.
Unblock the Steam Tube and using a
straight pin. Then try again.
6. Steam escapes from the
Boiler Cap area.
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This is the normal functioning of the
pressure regulating device.
