Breville
Brew Basket Drain Restriction / Overfill
Breville coffee maker overflows the filter basket, causing coffee and grounds to spill over.
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Possible Causes
Clogged filter, Too fine grind, Excess coffee dose, Faulty drip-stop valve
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Hot coffee can cause burns. Allow the unit to cool before cleaning.
Steps:
- Use a coarser grind suitable for drip brewing.
- Reduce the amount of coffee in the filter to the recommended level.
- Ensure the paper or gold-tone filter is properly seated and not folded over.
- Clean the brew basket outlet and drip-stop valve to remove grounds and oils.
Resolution: Replace the drip-stop valve or brew basket if they are damaged and do not allow proper drainage.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Drip-Stop Valve
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