Moccamaster

Moccamaster Coffee Makers Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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Symptom
Brew basket does not stay in place or falls out easily
Worn or Damaged Basket Support Mechanism
Symptom
Brew basket drips coffee onto hotplate after carafe is removed
Leaking Drip-Stop Valve
Symptom
Brew basket handle or carafe handle feels loose or wobbly
Loose Handle Fasteners
Symptom
Brew cycle does not start when switch is turned on (no heating, but power outlet is good)
Open Circuit in Control Path
Symptom
Brew time is inconsistent between cycles (sometimes fast, sometimes slow)
Intermittent Flow Restriction or Thermostat Behavior
Symptom
Brewing stops mid-cycle and does not resume
Overheat Protection Trip or Intermittent Thermal Cutoff
Symptom
Carafe lid leaks when pouring coffee
Carafe Lid Seal Failure
Symptom
Coffee maker does not power on at all (no lights, no heating)
Main Power Circuit Failure
Symptom
Coffee tastes burnt or overly bitter
Excessive Brew or Holding Temperature
Symptom
Coffee tastes weak or under-extracted even with correct coffee amount
Incorrect Brew Temperature or Flow Pattern
Symptom
Drip-stop valve does not release coffee into carafe (coffee backs up in basket)
Stuck or Misaligned Drip-Stop Mechanism
Symptom
Gurgling or loud boiling noises during brewing
Restricted Water Flow Causing Localized Boiling
Symptom
Hotplate does not heat or keep coffee warm, but brewing works normally
Hotplate Heating Circuit Failure
Symptom
Hotplate overheats and scorches coffee
Stuck-Closed Hotplate Thermostat
Symptom
Machine body or base becomes excessively hot to the touch
Insufficient Thermal Insulation or Misrouted Wiring
Symptom
Machine produces a humming sound but does not heat or pump water
Electromagnetic Noise Without Water Movement
Symptom
On/off switch light does not illuminate, but brewing still works
Indicator Lamp Failure
Symptom
Outlet arm (spray arm) is loose or falls off easily
Worn Outlet Arm Fitting
Symptom
Plastic water reservoir develops cracks or leaks
Reservoir Structural Failure
Symptom
Power light turns on but water does not heat or brew
Open Heating Element or Failed Thermal Cutoff
Symptom
Steam escaping from top cover or around outlet arm
Steam Venting or Seal Leakage
Symptom
Strong plastic or chemical smell/taste from new or recently serviced machine
Residue from Manufacturing or Replacement Parts
Symptom
Thermal carafe does not keep coffee hot for long
Loss of Carafe Insulation or Lid Seal
Symptom
Unit continues heating or brewing after being switched off
Stuck or Shorted Power Switch
Symptom
Unit trips household circuit breaker or blows fuse when turned on
Electrical Short Circuit
Symptom
Very slow brewing; full pot takes much longer than usual
Restricted Water Path from Limescale
Symptom
Visible corrosion or white powdery deposits around heating block
Electrolytic Corrosion from Leaks or Spills
Symptom
Visible steam or condensation inside base or electrical compartment
Steam Ingress into Electrical Area
Symptom
Water drips into brew basket before machine is turned on
Siphoning or Leaking Check Valve
Symptom
Water heats but does not flow up through the outlet arm (no dripping into brew basket)
Blocked Boil Chamber or Clogged Riser Tube
Symptom
Water leaks from around the brew basket area
Brew Basket Overflow or Seal Failure
Symptom
Water leaks from the bottom of the coffee maker during or after brewing
Internal Leak in Water Circuit
Symptom
Water remains in reservoir after brew cycle; machine shuts off early
Premature Thermal Cutoff or Flow Blockage
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