Do-it-yourself Philips Saeko coffee machine repair

Coffee makers of various types are permanently operated equipment. If the coffee machine breaks down, the schedule also changes. It is difficult to work in the usual rhythm without drinking your usual morning coffee. The reasons for the breakdown are different, from an unsuccessfully purchased model to poor maintenance of the unit. Most faults can be rectified by yourself. If the control unit breaks down or the board burns out, you cannot do without the services of the service center.

The simpler the mechanism, the less malfunctions it can have. Repair of drip coffee makers consists in flushing the filter mesh from accumulated oils. When using tap water, the tubes become clogged with scale. It is enough to buy a special product and, according to the instructions on its packaging, rinse the drainage system. It is not worth saving and replacing the special composition with vinegar. Soon he will have to change the gaskets, which he will corrode.

When the drip coffee maker has stopped heating, you need to check the wire and contacts. If they are in order, then the heating element has burned out. Replacing it will cost more than buying a new coffee maker of the same type.

Most of the problems with capsule coffee makers are related to coffee pills:

• incorrectly inserted;
• other firm of the capsule;
• the lever is weakly pressed.

It is necessary to buy only tablets of the same brand as the coffee maker, carefully throw their piercing mechanism and press the lever rather sharply. If this does not help, the mechanism should be disassembled and cleaned.

In carob models, sealing is most often violated. Water begins to drip from under the horn. The reason is the O-ring is dirty, or it is destroyed. The ring must be rinsed. Replace if cracked. You can not put car pads, and from washing machines. In them, rubber has a different composition, it is toxic to food.

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Spout leaks are more common in DeLonghi coffee makers than others. There is no need to rush to the service center, repairing a Delongy model coffee machine with your own hands is quite simple. A detailed description with diagrams is in the technical passport for the car.

Each model has its own weak points. Clogged filter becomes the most common cause of malfunctions in the machines "Saeko Minuto", "Roventa", "Nescafe Dolce Gusto", "Krups».

Changing the high pressure pump is most often necessary for Vitek coffee makers. The coffee starts to flow poorly and does not brew well.

Coffee machines "Saeko", "Delong", "Philips" have a complex electronic system and a drive that is sensitive to voltage surges. They have disposable overload protectors inside them. When there is a power surge in the network, protection is triggered, and they no longer start. Dismantling and replacing the fuses of the Saeco Minuto espresso machine with your own hands is possible if you have spare parts and knowledge of electrical engineering.

The main reasons for the breakdown of coffee makers of all types are the same:

• filters are clogged;
• use of untreated tap water;
• power surges;
• neglect of equipment;
• lack of regular cleaning;
• wear of parts during long-term operation.

If the coffee maker breaks down, you need to disassemble it, rinse and clean it, check the integrity of all seals and parts. After that, in most cases, the unit starts to work.

Before repairing, you should analyze the type of failure, and the possibility of self-troubleshooting in the Dolce, Delong and others devices.

To repair Saeco coffee makers, be aware that the casing cannot be disassembled. The cover is secured with several screws. First you need to remove it, then dismantle the teapot and other units through the top.It is inconvenient to do this, it is necessary to put screwdrivers and various stops.

The main reason is that the filter is clogged or an air lock has formed in it. If your pump works and no water flows, try fixing it yourself. You need:

1. Open the lid of the water tank. Pull out the filter carefully. On some models, you need to slide the release latch.
2. Clean the filter.
3. Turn it upside down with the inlet and outlet tubes. The filter is completely filled with water.
4. Fill the tank and refit the filter under water.

Foam is weak or hot milk is pouring into the cup instead. The reasons for the breakdown are simple:

• the quality of the milk does not match;
• poor care - tubes clogged.