Espresso Machine Not Pumping Water? 7 Fixes to Try
Why an espresso machine stops pumping water and how to fix it: air locks, tank seating, blocked baskets, scale and a failing pump, in order of likelihood.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Descaling, backflushing, gaskets and water: the routine jobs that keep a machine running for years.
Machine problems and repairs
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Cleaning and descaling
Start here How to Clean an Espresso Machine: Daily, Weekly and Monthly
A simple cleaning routine for home espresso machines: what to do after every shot, once a week and once a month, and what each step actually prevents.