La Marzocco Linea Mini - how long should it take for the red light to go solid?

August 1st, 2021, 9:36 pm

How long should it take for the red light to go solid on the Linea Mini? For some reason I feel like it is taking longer these days but maybe I just forgot how long it should take.

#2: Post by **yertchuk** » August 1st, 2021, 9:56 pm

10-15 minutes from a cold start with my machine. This is on 120V.

August 3rd, 2021, 8:32 pm

I timed it today and it took 25 minutes. It sure seems strange I don't remember it taking that long in the past. Should I be worried?

#4: Post by **keno** » August 3rd, 2021, 8:47 pm

How is your water quality and how old is the machine? Scale buildup on the heating element can adversely impact its efficiency and extend the warm up time. Do you notice any clunking or popping as the machine heats up? That would also be a sign of scale buildup.

August 3rd, 2021, 10:46 pm

The machines probably around 9 months old from new. I use the third wave water packets with distilled water. I wouldn't think there'd be any scale.

#6: Post by **keno** » August 3rd, 2021, 11:39 pm

Not likely scale given that it's relatively new and you've used low hardness water. I'd give LM tech support a call and ask them.