pressure valve button not popping up: The pressure valve button is not popping up (when trying to make a cappuchino); any ideas how to fix?
137090
Although this is a great machine, it does take some maintenance. It does get clogged with milk over time.The pressure valve needs to be cleaned and "blown" every time you use it. Since I'm the only one that uses it, I blow into the hole where the steam comes out. A thin wire would probably work too. I also rinse it in hot water and as I do that, I pump the button up and down. Finally, take a brillo pad or something similar and scrub the opening. Not sure if that makes a difference, but I do it anyway. Looks better. I have also had to buy new pressure releases gadgets.
1422518
Couldn't tell you where the obstruction is. Mine failed as well. The over-pressure valve initiates every time, even after cleaning the apparatus. My thoughts are the over-pressure valve is loose or faulty.
1002691
I had the same problem at first. Take a paper clip and straighten it out. Then with the unit turned to steam and locked (make sure it shows that it is ready to steam) stick the paper clip into the hole that is located in the middle of the bottom plate. It will unclog it. It scared me when I got it unclogged because it was suddenly loud and started making steam.
889954
I guess not enough pressure (though mine works on almost no pressure) or somehow defective...maybe return and get a new one.
2172908
The cap is supposed to act like a seperator of sorts , first make sure the system has zero PSI , or maybe some thing is wrong with the cap ,opening to small or large. Call distributor they have parts and answers
1935325
It may just be too cold so the valve shrunk. Keep it warm and if it still doesn't work try contacting customer service and see if they can help you
1614020
exactly the quick disconnect (k) with the pressure relief valve (k1) does not turn in mine either and something is not right! good luck. thanks for asking.
31504
I didn't get a video or manual either. I called the company and they quickly sent me the manual, however the video wasn't available. Plug in fill using water bottle. Make sure you use distilled water. turn on using both buttons and wait till lights turn on for use. makes sure you tighten cap before turning on but not too tight. to fill water open large cap. Green light indicates it is ready to use and yellow light means it needs more water. If it ever turns off on you during use check that hoses are properly connected it happened to me once. during use if you feel there isn't enough pressure just give it a few minutes to build more pressure, you will see the needles move. The small dial to the left of the large cap for filling water is used to regulate how much steam is being used. adjust to your needs.
1091309
I had the same issue when I got mine. After shipping, the power plug popped out (internal power plug not the black power cord that is external just to clarify) and the espresso ready button would not turn on. Unscrew the top panel where you fill the tank with water. Inside you should see two plugs not attached to the power. If that doesn't work, check with parts guru or some other site that has the manuals and parts to fix it.
634558
I have not had this experience with my Capresso. I suggest you contact their customer service to see if there is a solution to your problem.
172477
There should be a sticker on the top with a plus and a minus. Turn the knob toward the plus to increase pressure or towards the minus for less pressure. When i got mine i turned it all the way to the right and then while turning it back to the right i counted the number of turns divided the total number of turns by 2 then i knew where "medium" pressure was. Hope this helps!
1830363
Hi Karen, I see! Make sure the basket is sitting correctly. The basket has a small stick-out/handle, that should sit tight into the gap of the holder of the basket. You can see it at around 2:00 direction (if you face the coffee maker). Once it sits correctly, the valve will be dropped at the right height for the carafe to reach/push up. Hope this helps!
1072821
After you remove the thin metal disk with the gasket around it to reveal the basket thing you speak of, pull that basket thing off. You should see a nut attached to the thinga-ma-jiggy that your pressure release valve sits on. If it sounds like marbles in there, it may be that the nut is not properly tightened. Mine was finger tight, just checked it now. See if that's the problem.... hopefully it is...tighten up the nut, then just pop that basket back on.
356653
It sounds like you have some debris in the valve itself. You will need tot ake it apart and clean out the valve. It should not be to hard to get the valve open I belive its several screws on the top.
794055
Yeah just like the other users said. Pull out the stopper and squeeze the air out. You have to squeeze the valve stem a little bit to open it up.
1603968
If I recall, squeeze the base of the air valves and try blowing. It takes a bit of effort to squeeze the valves and blow at the same time,if I can remember correctly. Let me know if it works :-)
1653494
Two out of three that I have bought have done this. I took one apart, and the spring was stuck down. I popped the spring back to normal, and the valve properly works now. You can also test if the valve is not switching off by just blowing air into it with your mouth. If air passes, the spring inside the valve is probably not working.