I just overpaid for a Rancilio Epoca single group machine, and have torn it apart. Lots of issues. Mostly I think I can get everything back to operational, but I broke the capillary on the Bipoler Thermostat , aka Save Heating Element . I've bought a replacement, but I have a...

Hello,

I thought I would install a group head pressure gauge on my new appartamento (less than a month old). I had no issues removing the bolt. I added two washers onto the pressure gauge. I have 2 issues.
1) It leaks no matter how tight it is. The video I saw the person stated...

Hey all,

After much research and troubleshooting I decided to summon the the all knowing internet for help. I'm working on my Astoria Gloria AL, the current problem is the water level control circuit is not functioning.

Here is the history of what's happened:

Unit was...

Hey guys!

So I have a Rancilio Silvia V6. Recently, I've observed that my cups make quite a mess from the machine ( - see the last picture).

I tried to change different variables, but nothing really helped. I have a DF64 grinder as well.

Then another user on here, in another...

I will be ordering a GS3 MP. After seeing the maintenance documentation regarding ownership after 6 months and a year, should I follow the maintenance checklists if I'm using the machine daily for mostly light use? Maybe a shot or two a day? I plan to run the machine for roughy...

Need help on my BDB. Posting here for visibility

It started purging water randomly a few minutes after I turn it on, and it purges for some 5-10 minutes.

I opened it up and it appears to be coming from the steam boiler? Not sure yet...

Also there's a tube that has a lot of...

I found this thread here
Unic Phoenix
But there isn't enough information for a HOW TO A CONVERSION and I was hoping someone could help me out with this. She works great and I would hate to have to give up on her. Any info would great be appreciated. Also, the links on that...

Hey, my Gaggia classic is suddenly producing next to no water from the group head. I get a full stream of water when brew button is on and steam valve open. I've read this hopefully eliminates it being the pump? I've tried a descale with the whole switch the brew button on and...

I have a Delonghi Magnifica ESAM3300 that has worked wonderfully for about a decade but over the past few weeks the steam wand function has been almost unusable. I've opened it up to check for anything obvious like leaks, corrosion, or bad o-rings, broken springs, etc... and...

I have a nice Vesuviana 3 cup electric maker, but no porta filter. Can someone recommend a suitable replacement? I need the type that has just tabs on the sides. I have included a picture of the type porta filter that looks like what I need.
Thanks, Kev