I've found running 1 or 2 cycles with vinegar dissolves the minerals. (No need to open up the appliance.) Going forward, when you're done brewing, blow off the residual water/steam thru the brew channel, not the milk-steaming channel (the manual states blow off pressure thru the milk-steam channel, but this section is less prone to clogging since the pressure is higher, IMO. It's good to wipe off the milk film from the milk-steamer, if you are meticulous enough). Make sure to remove the espresso grinds holder (with the unit pressurized, with valve in the off position) then place the carafe under the appliance, and turn valve to "brew" and catch the water-steam in the carafe. The appliance should run trouble free from now-on :) You can run a quick blast of steam thru the milk-steamer, but most residual steam should be used on the espresso-section.
It sounds like you've got a good amount of experience using this machine, I've been digging for a tutorial video but there's doesn't seem to be one for this model. I picked mine up from a thrift shop awhile ago, but I've never used an espresso machine at home before, so it was a little terrifying. I looked up the manual online but I find following along with a video a lot easier for me. Any help would be much appreciated if you could!
Although my espresso maker is a Sensio C15 it is literally the same. Mine would no longer power up as shown by the neon bulb not responding, although I checked for continuity on the power wires, thermostat and heater. To remove the knob, without breaking it, first remove the base using a small Torx security bit for the 3 screws that hold it down. Once done shine a light inside deep inside toward the knob and you'll see a small rectangular hole with a white plastic detent. Using a long narrow metallic stick, press that detent down to release the knob's latch, while pulling out the knob from outside. Once the knob is out, you can then undo the 4 screws inside. They hold the top cover and this will expose a tiny lever switch that the knob actuates while rotating. You can then check that it closes properly using a continuity tester and some sharp probes... I think the rest is trivial. Cheers and happy fixing! (Thanks BTW!)
Very helpful. My Morphy Richards was clogged despite everything else working so I took it apart and the outlet was clogged solid with coffee grinds. All working now.Good times :^D Don't know if it's a good idea drinking all this coffee at 10:30pm though....
I have a Krup 993. Looks just like the one you are taking apart. But the top on mine is screwed on from underneath and I couldn't figure out how to open it from underneath, there were no screws on the bottom. So I broke the top off without damaging anything except the screw posts. The problem with mine was that the turn knob to activate the microswitch wasn't making contact. Just had to push the knob in further. Put it back together and it works fine now. Maybe you could show how to access the screws that release the top. Thanks
those arent water deposits, the cheap metal they used when building these deteriorates over time, and flakes off into the espresso. i have a Type 963 that was built in the 80's or early 90's , and it looked like i was panning for gold when i rinsed out the boiler. amazon has some great brushes which can fit in my krups which has an even smaller opening, they are great because you can push it into the boiler, and really scrub out the flakes of metal
Great tutorial, thank you. Is anyone else having trouble removing the control knob? I can't seem to get it off. I believe I already have all the casing screws removed.
This really looks like mine. I thought also that my thermal switch was broken and ordered a couple online but not sure what is the temperature as I cannot read from the old. Anyone could tell me? I got 175°C but might be too much? So far it boils but I am scared it wouldn't open the circuit on a really high temperature. Thanks a lot for the video in any case!
Well after doing everything I could to save this I’ve determined the pump is bad. I’m out of ideas. No water or vinegar will come out of the brew head.
Did you know if the top cap (first piece you remove) have any security system?, because mine broke a center and have a hole in a middle with a rubber piece (broke) with a spring, I'm wondering if sealing can resolve it, what do you think?, thank you
You have to remove the bottom of it first. Then use a flashlight to look deep inside the machine toward the control lever and there will be a small square hole with a small rectangular white release button. This button is only visible with the lever set to off. Then use a long flathead screwdriver to pop/push the release button while simultaneously gently pulling on the lever. It took a few tries and I felt like I had to press the release button pretty hard. When it did release the lever came right out easily and wasn’t broken.
@@furulevi yes I understand that. But there are new subscribers out there that would like to know what you are doing. I was very confused throughout the entire video.
Just purchased one for a few dollars and that's exactly what I needed to know in order to fix it... Thanks from Mexico for this great tutorial!!!
A video capture of the disassembly is excellent for troubleshooting and repairing several problems. Great idea. Very helpful.
Thank you very much. Just because of your video i decided not to throw my coffe maker and actually repaired it myself. ;)
I've found running 1 or 2 cycles with vinegar dissolves the minerals. (No need to open up the appliance.) Going forward, when you're done brewing, blow off the residual water/steam thru the brew channel, not the milk-steaming channel (the manual states blow off pressure thru the milk-steam channel, but this section is less prone to clogging since the pressure is higher, IMO. It's good to wipe off the milk film from the milk-steamer, if you are meticulous enough). Make sure to remove the espresso grinds holder (with the unit pressurized, with valve in the off position) then place the carafe under the appliance, and turn valve to "brew" and catch the water-steam in the carafe. The appliance should run trouble free from now-on :) You can run a quick blast of steam thru the milk-steamer, but most residual steam should be used on the espresso-section.
It sounds like you've got a good amount of experience using this machine, I've been digging for a tutorial video but there's doesn't seem to be one for this model. I picked mine up from a thrift shop awhile ago, but I've never used an espresso machine at home before, so it was a little terrifying. I looked up the manual online but I find following along with a video a lot easier for me. Any help would be much appreciated if you could!
@@brandnewwizard. Haha, I was using this appliance just now! Ok, I will do a how-to video :-) ☕️
@@DFEUERMAN thank you 😂 I was worried mine was going to explode when I first tried lol
Although my espresso maker is a Sensio C15 it is literally the same. Mine would no longer power up as shown by the neon bulb not responding, although I checked for continuity on the power wires, thermostat and heater. To remove the knob, without breaking it, first remove the base using a small Torx security bit for the 3 screws that hold it down. Once done shine a light inside deep inside toward the knob and you'll see a small rectangular hole with a white plastic detent. Using a long narrow metallic stick, press that detent down to release the knob's latch, while pulling out the knob from outside. Once the knob is out, you can then undo the 4 screws inside. They hold the top cover and this will expose a tiny lever switch that the knob actuates while rotating. You can then check that it closes properly using a continuity tester and some sharp probes... I think the rest is trivial. Cheers and happy fixing! (Thanks BTW!)
took me a few hours before I found this comment, the knob is off now, thanks
Very helpful.
My Morphy Richards was clogged despite everything else working so I took it apart and the outlet was clogged solid with coffee grinds.
All working now.Good times :^D
Don't know if it's a good idea drinking all this coffee at 10:30pm though....
Admire your tenacity, but I think I'll just buy a new one. 😂
We don't fix anything anymore, just toss things out and replace them. Disposable society, where will it end?
True it's for those who like to tinker and save the planet from lack of Re cycling,reusing etc.😉
Great idea. Very helpful.Thanks.
I have a Krup 993. Looks just like the one you are taking apart. But the top on mine is screwed on from underneath and I couldn't figure out how to open it from underneath, there were no screws on the bottom. So I broke the top off without damaging anything except the screw posts. The problem with mine was that the turn knob to activate the microswitch wasn't making contact. Just had to push the knob in further. Put it back together and it works fine now. Maybe you could show how to access the screws that release the top. Thanks
You left out the most important part...cleaning and descaling.
those arent water deposits, the cheap metal they used when building these deteriorates over time, and flakes off into the espresso. i have a Type 963 that was built in the 80's or early 90's , and it looked like i was panning for gold when i rinsed out the boiler. amazon has some great brushes which can fit in my krups which has an even smaller opening, they are great because you can push it into the boiler, and really scrub out the flakes of metal
Hello, very good video. Regards from Venezuela
Not sure I could face all that as it only cost £10, will try vinegar first lol
I'm able to get the control knob off but not the top section, that you seem to easily pull off. Any hints, on how to get it off?
Gr8 stuff thanks a million and for the replies
Boiler is made of plastic or metal? Looks like metal
Hello, where is the yellow wire placed at the top?
Great tutorial, thank you. Is anyone else having trouble removing the control knob? I can't seem to get it off. I believe I already have all the casing screws removed.
it has a flange that you need to push then pull the knob to release
Could you just use vinegar to eliminate the calcium deposits?
I haven't tried that, so I'm not sure... give it a try.
Where is the shop.
This really looks like mine. I thought also that my thermal switch was broken and ordered a couple online but not sure what is the temperature as I cannot read from the old. Anyone could tell me? I got 175°C but might be too much? So far it boils but I am scared it wouldn't open the circuit on a really high temperature.
Thanks a lot for the video in any case!
Well after doing everything I could to save this I’ve determined the pump is bad. I’m out of ideas. No water or vinegar will come out of the brew head.
Bro how did your button come off??
Did you know if the top cap (first piece you remove) have any security system?, because mine broke a center and have a hole in a middle with a rubber piece (broke) with a spring, I'm wondering if sealing can resolve it, what do you think?, thank you
You have to remove the bottom of it first. Then use a flashlight to look deep inside the machine toward the control lever and there will be a small square hole with a small rectangular white release button. This button is only visible with the lever set to off. Then use a long flathead screwdriver to pop/push the release button while simultaneously gently pulling on the lever. It took a few tries and I felt like I had to press the release button pretty hard. When it did release the lever came right out easily and wasn’t broken.
@@vanstromi7810 thank you very much!!!
how did you remove the control knob? I can not remove the top cover without this step.
At 0:11 ? Just pull it out. As I notice I think I broke it, I'm not sure...
My steam tube is clogged, any idea on how to clean it?
a wire...
with water and vinegar leave overnight and repeat, should work (was for me)
what did you use to clean it?
water, a brush, screwdriver, wire...
Where to repair.
Clean the interior of all parts.
cool
Very good video!
You are pointing but I hear no voice!
I was just showing, I wasn't talking.
@@furulevi yes I understand that. But there are new subscribers out there that would like to know what you are doing. I was very confused throughout the entire video.