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Braun Coffee Makers Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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AUTO OFF
Display shows AUTO OFF or the unit shuts down automatically and will not stay on until reset.
Auto Shutoff / Energy Saving Function
CLEAN
The CLEAN or DESCALE indicator lights up or flashes and may prevent brewing on some Braun models until reset.
Descale / Maintenance Reminder
E01
Display shows E01 and brewing will not start or stops immediately after pressing the brew button.
Water Reservoir Presence/Level Detection Fault
E02
Display shows E02 and the coffee maker stops mid‑brew or will not start brewing.
Flow Meter / Water Flow Detection Error
E03
Display shows E03 and the coffee maker does not heat water or brew; sometimes accompanied by a clicking sound.
Thermal Sensor / NTC Temperature Fault
E04
Display shows E04 and brewing stops; sometimes water is seen leaking into the drip tray or under the machine.
Overfill / Leak Detection Error
E05
Display shows E05 and the coffee maker shuts down or will not start; no heating occurs.
Overheat / Thermal Fuse Protection Triggered
E06
Display shows E06 and the control panel is unresponsive or buttons do not work correctly.
Keypad / Control Panel Communication Error
E07
Display shows E07 and the grinder will not run on Braun models with integrated grinders.
Grinder Motor Overload / Jam Error
E08
Display shows E08 and the coffee strength or grind settings cannot be adjusted; sometimes the grinder runs continuously.
Grind Selector / Position Sensor Fault
E09
Display shows E09 and the machine stops shortly after starting a brew; pump noise may be intermittent.
Pump / Pressure System Error
E10
Display shows E10 and the warming plate does not heat or shuts off immediately after brewing.
Warming Plate Temperature Control Error
FILTER
The FILTER or BRITA indicator appears on the display, reminding to change the water filter cartridge in the reservoir.
Water Filter Replacement Reminder
Symptom
Brewed coffee tastes bitter or burnt.
Over‑Extraction / Overheating
Symptom
Brewed coffee tastes weak even when using normal amounts of coffee.
Under‑Extraction / Short Brew Time
Symptom
Clock and programmed timer lose time or reset frequently on digital Braun models.
Timekeeping / Memory Loss
Symptom
Coffee maker brews but no coffee or water drips into the carafe; water seems to stay in the filter basket.
Drip Stop Valve Stuck Closed
Symptom
Coffee maker does not keep coffee hot; warming plate is cool or only slightly warm.
Insufficient Warming Plate Heating
Symptom
Coffee maker emits a burning smell or visible smoke from the base or warming plate area.
Overheating / Electrical Short
Symptom
Coffee maker is extremely slow to brew; a full pot takes much longer than normal.
Restricted Water Flow / Partial Blockage
Symptom
Coffee maker leaks water from under the machine during or after brewing.
Base Leak / Internal Hose or Seal Failure
Symptom
Coffee maker makes loud gurgling, popping, or banging noises during brewing.
Boiling / Cavitation Noise in Heater
Symptom
Coffee maker overflows the carafe; more coffee is brewed than the selected number of cups.
Brew Volume Control Fault
Symptom
Coffee maker powers on but will not start brewing when the brew button is pressed.
Brew Start / Interlock Fault
Symptom
Coffee maker produces an unusual plastic or chemical odor during first uses.
New Appliance Odor / Residual Manufacturing Oils
Symptom
Coffee maker starts but stops brewing after a few seconds or brews only a small amount of coffee.
Premature Brew Termination
Symptom
Coffee maker vibrates excessively or moves slightly on the countertop during brewing.
Excessive Vibration / Pump Resonance
Symptom
Coffee maker will not power on at all; no lights or display on Braun digital models.
No Power / Dead Unit
Symptom
Display or indicator lights flicker or reset during brewing.
Intermittent Power / Voltage Drop
Symptom
Grinder is excessively loud, grinding unevenly, or producing metallic scraping sounds.
Grinder Burr / Motor Wear
Symptom
Integrated grinder runs but no ground coffee reaches the filter basket.
Grinder Chute Blockage
Symptom
Integrated water filter (BRITA/Braun) clogs quickly and restricts water flow.
Premature Water Filter Blockage
Symptom
Paper filters collapse or fold over, causing grounds in the coffee or overflow.
Filter Support / Flow Imbalance
Symptom
Water drips from the brew head for a long time after brewing has finished.
Residual Drip / Slow Drain from Basket
Symptom
Water leaks from the top of the filter basket or around the brew head during brewing.
Top‑Side Leak / Brew Head Overflow
Symptom
Water level indicator on the Braun reservoir does not move or shows incorrect level.
Stuck Float / Level Indicator Fault
Symptom
Water or steam escapes from the sides of the reservoir lid during brewing.
Reservoir Lid Seal / Venting Issue
Symptom
Water remains in the reservoir after brewing; machine stops early and does not use all the water.
Incomplete Water Draw
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