Dualit Low Pressure / Extraction Quality Issue

Machine produces coffee but no crema, even with fresh beans or capsules.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Worn pump, OPV set too low or stuck, Blocked or worn crema valve in portafilter, Incorrect capsule type or stale coffee

Safety first: Unplug before internal checks.

User actions:

Use fresh coffee: Ensure beans or capsules are fresh and stored correctly.
Clean portafilter: For ground coffee models, clean the crema valve and basket thoroughly.
Descale: Run a descaling cycle to restore proper pressure.

Advanced:

Check OPV and pump: If crema is still absent, the pump or OPV may need adjustment or replacement.

Medium 3/5

Crema Portafilter

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