Help! Where to fix espresso machine?

tmkf_patryk wrote: ↑ If you can diy, why don't you take it apart and see?

It's a basic concept.
You think the pump might be a problem? Take out and test the pump. See what the output pressure is supposed to be versus what it is, etc etc .

By the time you wrote the post you would have all the covers off atleast

zeroburn wrote: ↑location?

Drakestar wrote: ↑ Real nice first post. Just call the manufacturer and ask for a authorized service dealer.

How much is this machine worth?

Brianbakers wrote: ↑ I did, hence the part about me replacing the plastic tubing right after the pump into the boilers. I did not disassemble the pump since I initially thought the hole was the sole culprit for the low pressure. I googled the pump and it can be bought on Amazon, but I want to see if I can get second/third opinions before going the throw-parts-at-it path.

Brianbakers wrote: ↑ Hello RFD,

My espresso machine recently stopped working.....kind of. I know it is a double boiler Expobar machine but I don't remember the exact model since I bought it quite a while ago.

The problem:
The pressure when the machine is operating is very weak and would barely squeeze coffee out. The pump would also get very loud at first, but then the machine would lose pressure, then when the pressure is completely lost the pump becomes quiet (but still humming/buzzing). Verified full tank of water when this happens.

I don't think it is a problem of clogged tanks or tubes since I use distilled water exclusively and regularly clean the inside of the machine with the cleaning powder. I also replaced a tube with a pinhole leak, which didn't solve the problem.


Does anyone know what might be wrong with my machine, where I can get my machine fixed or at least bring it to a shop that knows what to do? I can also DIY to a certain point.

Your help is much appreciated!

Brian

Brianbakers wrote: ↑.

I will take apart the machine this weekend to check the pump's operation, it does sound and feel like it is running weak. Will take it apart to check the spring? ball?