How to DIY Repair Your Espresso Machine
>> Nov 21, 2017
Espresso machine repair can sometimes
be a costly expense. Depending on the
machine and when it was manufactured, it may also be difficult. But for most machines checking a few simple
things can save you a lot of money. More
and more people are getting these wonderful machines and putting them in their
homes, saving time and money. Why wait
in line at a big-name coffee shop to drop almost $10 on a hot mug of espresso
when you can do it in the comfort of your own home, in your underwear? OK, maybe it’s just me doing that last
part! Now you can be confident in doing
a few simple repairs to keep the cream flowing.
Water
Not Flowing?
Espresso machines vary, but some
come with pumps for the water which you must prime first. Always make sure to prime the pump
first. To do this open the steam valve
and let it run for about 30 seconds.
Additionally, if your espresso machine has a removeable water reservoir,
make sure you check its valve and that it is placed appropriately inside the
machine. A clog is another common
ailment affecting espresso machines.
Making sure you do so according to your manufacturers specifications,
you may remove the group head and soak it in hot water to
remove excess buildup. Make sure to wipe
it clean before placing it back in the machine.
Also make sure that you are using good, filtered water in your
machine. Tap water can cause serious
buildup issues in espresso machines and even corrode it. You can easily buy a home water filter and
pour into your machine directly from that tap with it installed.
Proper
Cleaning Can Do Wonders
Espresso machines often have quite a
few parts that require cleaning to make sure that you are producing a decent
shot of espresso. The seam wand should
be cleaned often. Do this by putting the
steam wand into a cup of water and opening its valve. After 15-30 seconds, close the valve and
remove the cup, wiping the end of the steam wand with a sponge or slightly damp
cleaning rag. Also make sure to remove
the basket assembly in your machine and turn it on to run water through the
group head after every few brews. This
is called back flushing and is very important for home espresso machines. Since commercial machines are used often they
do not require this as much, but because at home you usually only brew a few
coffees in the morning and it sits unused until the next day, you need to
perform this maintenance task.
Now
Enjoy a Cup!
Now that you’ve cleared that clog
and primed that pump, sit back and enjoy a cup.
You know have the knowledge to keep that espresso machine brewing good
cups for a while!
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