Bosch Contamination / Lack of Cleaning

Machine has a sour or rancid smell and coffee tastes off.

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Possible Causes

Dirty brew unit, Old coffee oils in spouts, Dirty drip tray and grounds container, Contaminated milk system

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the machine before deep cleaning.

  • Clean brew unit: Remove and rinse thoroughly. Let it dry before reinstalling.
  • Run cleaning program: Use Bosch cleaning tablets to clean the coffee circuit.
  • Clean spouts and front area: Remove spout covers and wash with warm soapy water. Wipe the front panel and around the spouts.
  • Empty and wash drip tray and grounds container: Clean daily to prevent mold and odors.
  • Clean milk system: Run the milk cleaning program and disassemble and wash all milk-contact parts.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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