Bunn
Over-Extraction / Excessive Brew Temperature or Contact Time
Bunn coffee tastes bitter or over-extracted.
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Possible Causes
Tank temperature too high, Incorrect sprayhead causing slow flow, Too fine grind, Excessive coffee dose
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Use caution when measuring hot water temperature.
Steps:
- 1. Adjust grind and dose: Use a slightly coarser grind and ensure you are not over-dosing coffee relative to water volume.
- 2. Verify sprayhead: Ensure the correct sprayhead is installed and not partially blocked, which can slow flow and increase contact time.
- 3. Check brew temperature: Measure water temperature at the sprayhead. If it is consistently above Bunn's spec, the thermostat or temperature sensor may be out of calibration and require replacement.
- 4. Descale brewer: Heavy scale can alter heat transfer and flow characteristics. Perform a full descale to restore normal operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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