Second-hand Breville Dual Boiler Rattling Noise

Equipment doesn't work? Troubleshooting? If you're handy, members can help.
Supergecko
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#1: Post by Supergecko »

Hey y'all. I bought the BDB second-hand and it's making a rattling sound. I took off the cups as well as the drip tray and it continues to make the same sound. Last week it was not making this sound. Today I noticed debris in the water so I removed the reservoir, cleaned it, and refilled it with remineralized distilled water.

Any suggestions? Does it sound like it's struggling?

luvmy40
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#2: Post by luvmy40 »

Check your pressure with the cleaning disc installed. Should be 10-11 bar if it has not been adjusted from factory setting.
I'd pop the top and inspect for leaks in the steam circuit and brew path. I don't hear anything terrible, but it's hard to tell from streaming audio sometimes.

I've heard leaks/cracks/loose fittings in the brew path cause strange gurgling noises and low brew pressure.

The leak check is just good practice with a used machine. I'd also pull the 3 way solenoid or open the steam boiler and inspect for scale.