Troubleshooting - Hamilton Beach 40725 Manual

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
No power. • Check that the plug has been inserted correctly into the outlet and that the power switch is in the ON (I) position.
• Espresso maker is in power-saving mode. Press espresso or lungo button.
Espresso is not • The capsule inserted may be faulty. Try again with a new capsule.
dispensing. • No water in the water reservoir. Fill water reservoir with clean water.
• Unit is preheating. Wait for the espresso and lungo buttons to turn solid.
There is water at the • Make sure that the reservoir has been placed correctly into position.
bottom of the machine.
The capsule cannot • Check if the used capsule container is full and needs to be emptied. The handle may not have opened correctly.
be placed into capsule Try opening handle again.
holder.
The capsule cannot • Check if the used capsule container is full and needs to be emptied. The handle may not have opened correctly.
drop into the used Try opening handle again.
capsule container
normally.
A slight hiss can • This is a function of the espresso maker which is normal.
be heard after the
espresso has been
dispensed.
Espresso drips from • This is normal and the dripping will stop. Keep the cup on the cup rest until dripping stops.
the espresso dispenser
after brewing is
completed.
Cup lights are flashing. • Water reservoir is empty or reservoir is not securely in place. Add water to water reservoir. Place water reservoir
securely in base.
• Espresso maker needs to be descaled. See Care and Cleaning on page 7.
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