Does this machine use steam or pressure to force water through the coffee grounds?
1603205
Steam I think. It was the worst purchase I have made on amazon. The top blew off from the steam and broke the seal the 3rd time I used it. The wand never worked properly.
1603206
Not sure but I think it is steam. I cannot get the milk to foam, it just heats up, can you help with this problem?
1603207
i explaine you you puth the wáter in the back, the coffe ground you puth in the center afther you waith at the wáter be hot and start to make you café
1603208
It's a steam machine. Milk foams fine for me; the below answerer probably let the nozzle get blocked with old milk.
1603209
I don't know because it never worked properly I wouldn't buy this brand I wasted my money an the directions sucked too
2008860
Mine does. The pressure for every pull varies depending on grind, tamp pressure, amount of coffee, etc. I've even noticed that the oiliness of the beans affects the brew pressure. If your doesn't work I suggest you call Breville.
1601561
There is some steam as with all coffee makers. I have had coffee makers ruin cupboards if they are on the counter under them. Always put my pot on my island. Love my Mr. Coffee, no problems. The reason I purchased this model was because of the removable water reservoir that you can clean!
2159458
Sounds like you need to return it. There is some steam but it doesn't affect my coffee. I love the machine by the way. I've started using organic half and half and buying more expensive cafe. I've recently tried/enjoyed espresso from trader Joe's & juan valdez.
895839
R u sure you know how to use it!? This coffee maker cannot make just worm coffee because of the way is working, the water gets hot, then is boiling and at this point it creates pressure wich then is pushing the water up forcing it tru the coffee and up in to the final transparent recipient where you are getting the final result :a very strong and flavorful coffee and "extremely HOT ". I hope I unswered to your question!
776394
I've had my machine for less than a year, and lately also have not been able to get the water to push through the grounds as it always has. I've taken the baskets apart, cleaned all the filters, made an attempt at descaling, and still, the water flow stops at the grounds. My espresso machine's constipated! I'll try what Bill says, but I'm doubtful. I think it may be time already to shell out more money for repair or another model.
2276696
Yes. There is a sight glass on the right side of the machine. That is the side you pour the water in. You can see the water level rise when pouring. For that matter you can watch it go down while the coffee is brewing if you are of a mind to.
215510
I ran a cycle of water through mine before I used it. Just to rinse it out. Coffee tastes great.
921370
I would assume it is like an electric. Put as much coffee you want in there to make it strong or weake. If you pour the water in fast or slow that would not make a difference in how strong or weak it is. Hope this helps.
1580812
I was asked to answer this, but I never did figure that one out. I usually just adjust the amount of coffee or water. Perhaps this is a question for the manufacturer to answer. I do like the fact that this coffeemaker has a thermostat and never burns the coffee, thus the coffee it brews is pretty good.
1587062
It will brew whatever amount of water you pour into it. Example: if you fill it with 1/2 pot of water, you will get 1/2 pot of coffee. And so on & so forth. But be sure to only put in enough grounds to accomodate that amount of water. Unless you want really strong coffee.
241731
Could be the pump. Or it could be a blockage in the lines. When did you last descale the machine? You do need to descale both the hot water/steamer lines and the coffee lines. I'm assuming you are talking about coffee side and not the steamer. It's possible that it is as simple as some inadvertant programming on water level. This machine will go into programming mode if you keep holding down the selection key. Take a look at the manual to see what I mean.
1160662
Push button. Can't be sure as I stopped using this item shortly after I bought it. Be careful, this is not a good buy. Coffee comes out cloudy and lukewarm
2113564
I talked to my sister (Who I purchased this as a gift) and she loves her AeroPress and it makes a delicious cup of coffee. She says she doesn't have any difficulty pressing the plunger, but she said you do have to wet the plunger before applying gentle pressure. Also, she said don't be in a hurry and press too hard and fast.
1601564
I believe that all coffee makers will produce some steam. I have owned this unit since November and have had none of these issues . I find this to be an excellent coffee maker. I believe that as long as one reads and follows the operating instructions it will serve you well! I have owned many very expensive coffee makers and I prefer this unit to them all.
1048237
I poured in the water two or three times when making each cup, letting the water filter through before pouring again. Otherwise, most of the grounds just get pushed up on the side. I didn't find the coffee weak, and I'm fond of espresso.
69146
No, the laser drilled holes act as the filter. My complaint about this Product over the EkoBrew Version is that the holes in the bottom of the Brew & Save are too big for regular grind coffee and the water runs through it too fast under the Keurig steam pressure, yielding a weaker brew. It works fine with finer grinds of coffee and most teas.