Rocket Espresso Brew Pressure Measurement Fault

Brew pressure gauge reads abnormally high or low during extraction, not matching actual shot behavior.

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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

Blocked pressure gauge capillary tube, Air trapped in gauge line, Faulty pressure gauge, Scale in gauge port

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and cool the machine before disconnecting any pressure lines.

  • Compare with blind shot: Use a blind basket and observe the gauge. If it does not reach typical 9–10 bar or behaves erratically, the gauge or line may be faulty.
  • Inspect capillary tube: Check the thin tube from the pump or group to the gauge for kinks or blockages.
  • Bleed air: Carefully loosen the fitting at the gauge slightly while running the pump to purge any trapped air, then retighten. Protect surrounding areas from water.
  • Replace gauge if needed: If readings remain inaccurate, install a new Rocket-compatible brew pressure gauge.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Brew Pressure Gauge
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