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Sage 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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ADD WATER
Machine displays 'ADD WATER' even when the tank is full
Water Tank Level Detection Error
CHECK GRINDER
Machine displays 'CHECK GRINDER' and grinding stops or is inconsistent
Grinder Jam / Overload Condition
CLEAN ME
Machine displays 'CLEAN ME' and may have slower flow or inconsistent shots
Backflush / Group Head Cleaning Required
DESCALE
Machine displays 'DESCALE' and may have reduced water flow or temperature issues
Limescale Accumulation in Hydraulic Circuit
EMPTY TRAY
Machine displays 'EMPTY TRAY' even when the drip tray is empty and installed
Drip Tray Float / Sensor Fault
ER01
Machine displays ER01 and will not start extraction or heating
Thermal Fuse / Overheat Protection Trip
ER02
Machine displays ER02 and does not heat or brew
Brew Temperature Sensor (Thermistor) Fault
ER03
Machine displays ER03 and will not complete warm-up
Steam Boiler Temperature Sensor Fault
ER04
Machine displays ER04 and stops brewing or heating
Flow Meter / Water Flow Sensor Fault
ER05
Machine displays ER05 and will not start pump or brew cycle
Low Water / Tank Detection Fault
ER06
Machine displays ER06 and will not brew or steam
Pump Drive / Pump Circuit Fault
ER07
Machine displays ER07 and may not heat or may shut down unexpectedly
Main PCB / Internal Communication Fault
ER08
Machine displays ER08 and grinder will not run
Grinder Motor / Grinder Sensor Fault
ER09
Machine displays ER09 and will not brew; may show water flow issues
Inlet Thermocoil Overheat / Dry-Boil Protection
ER10
Machine displays ER10 and cannot complete a shot; may stop mid-brew
Pressure Sensor / Pump Pressure Fault
ER11
Machine displays ER11 and steam function is disabled
Steam Thermostat / Overheat Protection Trip
ER12
Machine displays ER12 and will not power up fully or shows erratic behavior
Low Voltage / Power Supply Fault
FILL TANK
Machine displays 'FILL TANK' and will not start brewing
Water Level Below Minimum for Operation
INSERT PORTAFILTER
Machine displays 'INSERT PORTAFILTER' and will not start extraction
Portafilter Presence Detection Fault
LOCK HOPPER
Machine displays 'LOCK HOPPER' and grinder will not run
Bean Hopper Lock / Safety Switch Not Engaged
SERVICE
Machine displays 'SERVICE' or 'SERVICE REQUIRED' and may limit functions
General Service Interval / Internal Fault Flag
Symptom
Auto-start or auto-off timer functions do not work correctly
Control Logic / Real-Time Clock Issue
Symptom
Buttons or dial do not respond, or respond intermittently
User Interface / Keypad Fault
Symptom
Coffee tastes bitter or burnt even with correct grind and dose
High Brew Temperature or Over-Extraction
Symptom
Coffee tastes weak or sour despite correct grind and dose
Low Brew Temperature or Under-Extraction
Symptom
Display or indicator lights flicker or dim during operation
Unstable Power Supply or Loose Connection
Symptom
Drip tray fills very quickly with clear water during normal use
Excessive 3-Way Valve Discharge or Internal Leak to Tray
Symptom
Grinder is extremely loud, screeching, or grinding metal-on-metal
Burr Misalignment or Foreign Object in Grinder
Symptom
Grinder runs but no coffee comes out of the chute
Blocked Grind Chute / Bridging in Hopper
Symptom
Machine heats but will not pump water through the group head
No Water Flow / Pump or Solenoid Failure
Symptom
Machine powers on but does not heat; water comes out cold or lukewarm
Brew Heater / Thermocoil Failure
Symptom
Machine takes an unusually long time to heat up to ready status
Reduced Heating Efficiency / Scale Build-Up
Symptom
Machine vibrates excessively or moves on the counter during operation
Chassis Vibration / Footing Issue
Symptom
No power at all – machine completely dead, no lights or display
Mains Power / Internal Fuse Failure
Symptom
No steam from wand or very weak steam pressure
Steam Circuit Blockage or Boiler Issue
Symptom
Portafilter is difficult to insert or remove; handle sits too far to the left
Swollen or Incorrect Group Head Gasket
Symptom
Pump is very loud and vibrates excessively during brewing
Pump Mounting / Cavitation Issue
Symptom
Steam wand drips water or steam continuously even when turned off
Leaking Steam Valve
Symptom
Unpleasant smell (burning or electrical) during operation
Overheating Component or Electrical Fault
Symptom
Water leaking from the group head around the portafilter during extraction
Worn Group Head Seal / Gasket
Symptom
Water leaking from under the machine onto the counter
Internal Leak in Hydraulic Circuit
Symptom
Weak coffee flow or shots take much longer than usual to pour
Restricted Brew Path / Over-Extraction
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