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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