Lavazza Three-Way Valve Diverting to Drain

No coffee comes out, but water flows into the drip tray; used capsule is wet.

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Stuck three-way valve, Blocked brew outlet, Control signal fault to valve, Scale buildup in valve body

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the machine and allow it to cool before opening.

Step 1 – Clean brew outlet

  • Clean the coffee spout and capsule piercing needles thoroughly.

Step 2 – Descale

  • Run a descaling cycle to clear the valve and brew circuit.

Step 3 – Valve inspection (advanced)

  • Unplug and remove the cover.
  • Locate the three-way valve near the brew group.
  • Check for scale or debris; if the valve is serviceable, clean it; otherwise, replace it.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Three-Way Valve
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