L’OR Over‑Extraction / Overheating

Coffee tastes bitter or burnt.

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Possible Causes

Too small cup size for capsule, Excessive brew temperature, Slow flow due to scale, Using espresso capsule for lungo volume

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Normal operation; no special hazards.

  • Adjust cup size: Use the recommended L’OR volume for each capsule type.
  • Descale: Clean the hydraulic circuit to normalize flow and temperature.
  • Use correct capsule: Match capsule type (espresso vs. lungo) to the selected button.
  • If taste remains burnt: The thermoblock may be overheating due to sensor issues and should be checked by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Thermoblock Heater Assembly
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