De'Longhi Improper Coffee Puck Formation

Coffee grounds are very wet and fill the grounds container as sludge

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Possible Causes

Grind too coarse, Insufficient coffee dose, Brew group compression issue, Low pump pressure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF and unplug before removing the brew group.

  • Adjust grind finer: While grinding, move one step finer.
  • Increase strength: Raise the coffee strength setting.
  • Clean and lubricate brew group: Ensure smooth movement so it can compress the puck properly.
  • If pucks remain sloppy: Pump or brew group seals may be worn and require service.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Brew Group Seals
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