08.
Solving the most common problems
We recommend careful reading of this guide in order to solve the most common
problems before referring to an authorised service centre.
The coffee comes out too cold
1
The machine has not reached the right
temperature.
The filter holder has not been warmed
sufficiently.
The coffee comes out too quickly and without any cream
2
It is ground too coarse.
The amount of coffee is insufficient.
The coffee has not been pressed enough.
The coffee is old or unsuitable.
The coffee does not come out or comes out in drops
3
The coffee has been ground too fine.
There is too much coffee in the filter.
The coffee has been pressed too much.
The outlet is obstructed.
The pilot LED (2) does not switch on and the machine does not work.
4
The power cord plugs are not inserted
properly.
The power cord is damaged.
The machine does not produce any steam even if the LED (10) is off.
5
The outlet holes in the nozzle at the end of the
steam pipe are obstructed.
The machine is switched on but the LED (10) does not switch off.
6
The heating element is damaged.
The internal pressure switch is not working.
The PID is not working.
Lelit Espresso - English
Follow the instructions in the paragraph on
"Making an espresso".
Follow the instructions in the paragraph on
"Switching the machine on".
Grind the coffee finer.
Put more coffee in the filter.
Press the coffee harder.
Use a different blend of coffee.
Grind the coffee coarser.
Put less coffee in the filter.
Press the coffee less.
Back-flush the machine, see paragraph on
"Cleaning and maintenance".
Ensure the power cord plugs are properly
inserted in their sockets.
Refer to the Service Centre to replace the
power cord.
Clean the holes with a needle.
Contact a Service Centre.
Contact a Service Centre.
Contact a Service Centre.
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