Kenwood Air Lock / Intake Blockage

Pump is very loud but little or no water comes out of the coffee spout.

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Possible Causes

Empty or poorly seated water tank, Air trapped in pump, Blocked tank outlet, Kinked intake hose

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the machine before handling the water tank.

  • Refill and reseat tank: Fill the Kenwood water tank to the MAX line and push it firmly into place.
  • Prime the system: Plug in, then run a hot-water or rinse cycle (if available) to draw water through the pump. You may need to repeat several times.
  • Check tank outlet: Inspect the bottom valve of the tank for blockages. Clean with warm water and a soft brush.
  • Listen for change: As air clears, the pump noise should become smoother and water should flow normally.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

ULKA Vibration Pump
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