"..it's common..." So, I've been wondering, do other machines in this approximate price/performance range have fewer "common" issues? (and I think there are many good options that are roughly similar in price/performance)
I have a Brewtus 2 and have had the issue quoted here. And of course, on this group, there are many others with issues (that's why many will come to this group). What's the general thought on this - has Expobar/WLL cut some corners in terms of quality/longevity internal components in order to achieve a lower price for the given performance vs. other similar machines? Does the Brewtus have a similar "repair record" as other machines or does it require a bit more service, whether by handy-owner or service technician? On Friday, September 27, 2013 1:02:52 PM UTC-4, Bruce Keeler wrote: > > I wouldn't say normal, as in intended operation, but it's common. The > droplets should evaporate before they can do any harm, but if you want it > functioning at peak efficiency it's a simple enough fix. > > On 9/27/2013 4:35 AM, GambaMan wrote: > > I opened it, it's the vacuum breaker. > I gave it a tap and it's much better (thanks for the advice) but it still > leaks very small droplets. > Do you think this is normal or should I get the wrench to it and replace > the o-ring? > > Gambaman. > > On Friday, September 27, 2013 11:24:15 AM UTC+2, sc00bs wrote: >> >> Probably a leaking vacuum release on the steam boiler. The release has an >> o-ring in it that can either perish from the heat or sometimes get some >> calcium on it causing it to leak. If mine starts hissing I usually just >> remove the cover and give the pin sticking out at few taps with a wooden >> spoon. It will shoot stream out so be careful but this usually serves to >> dislodge any calcium build up if that is the problem. Otherwise let the >> machine cool down, bleed off any stream pressure and dismantle it to check. >> >> Enjoy >> >> JohnB >> On 27 Sep 2013 9:49 AM, "GambaMan" <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Hi there, >>> >>> I'm the proud new owner of a 2nd hand brewtus iii-v. >>> There is periodically a gentle hissing sound coming from the top right >>> of the machine inside. >>> >>> I am thinking of opening up the machine to have a look at what's >>> causing it so decided to go to the file room and look at manuals etc. >>> >>> I'm getting an error message when I try to go there so cannot view >>> files. >>> >>> Any help on hissing noises, files and manuals on home repairs is >>> greatly appreciated! >>> >>> Gambaman. >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "Brewtus" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected]. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/brewtus. >>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >>> >> -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Brewtus" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] <javascript:>. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected] <javascript:> > . > Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/brewtus. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Brewtus" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/brewtus. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
