Is the "Brew Heal Seal/Gaslet worn, the reason for it leaking around the filter Basket?
1095413
I don't think so. I think this machine has many problems. As I said in my review I had a total of three of them and they all failed to perform satisfactorily. One of them was even leaking out through the on/off switch, which seemed rather dangerous to me.
1880707
I am currently out of town otherwise I would check. You could check on the Rena website. However, I've had this filter for almost two years, and I have never had a leak. The clamps , clamp down tightly. To test it, I filled the filter up with water and lifter it in the air by the hoses, it did not come apart. Where the hose attaches it has ribs that add extra grip. I suppose if you want extra assurance, you Could buy the metal hose clamps from a hardware store.
437678
Mine has a porta filter holder. It fits in place of the normal container and the bracket is metal. I do use it, unlike the other answerer, and don't have any problems with grounds missing the basket.
212617
We use one in our office here and have run into this problem only two or three times when we first got it. We figured out a few things that can lead to this issue:-users mistakenly leaving the drip-stop in the half-shut position when brewing-loose grounds building up in the drip stop mechanism after successive brews (especially overflows) and blocking water flow-coffee that is too finely ground-gold filter not being seated fully/properly in the basket
1158587
Other than the water left over in the grooves from either rinsing or over filling it and then closing it I haven't had a problem with it leaking. It could also be the rubber attachment, I took nine off right when I got it because it was irritating me.
1944857
I have 2 of these and no leak issues with either. Where is it leaking? If you are sure it's a seal issue, return and get a new one.
2269044
The RED gasket goes UNDER the filter basket in the bottom of the portafilter. It seals the bottom of the filter basket to the bottom of the portafilter. If you use the "half basket", you must place the LARGE rubber gasket UNDER THE HALF BASKET with the pointed side facing DOWN. Otherwise, you will spray water all over your kitchen.
720286
I've heard from others that it took them a few brews before the two chambers to seal properly (no steam leaking out during a brew). I have never had issues with the seal, and never had to twist the two chambers very hard together either. You probably already know this, but before twisting them together, (1) ensure the gasket/ring is pressed into its place on the top chamber, (2) the wipe down any grinds that may be left on the seal and on the rim of the base, and (3) ensure the top is twisted straight onto the base.
1468669
the yellow mesh helps with the big opening. as for the straw i have seen athletes at triathlons glue them in place or use a rubber gasket "O ring" that you can find at any hardware store to help with the leak. I personally just let it splash, it doesn't seem to bother me but i and my bike get a little sticky
237512
Maybe the "O" ring slipped off that creates the seal for the bottle? Sorry, need more info to really be of any help.
375252
I would recommend soaking the lid in vinegar for awhile, and i have even cleaned the float valve (? - circular stop valve) w/ q-tips -- clean that area out really well. I would also recommend highly to use coffee filters vs. the reuable gold filter. Once i cleaned and used disposible filters -- it stopped the leaking. Good luck to you~!
1825143
The unit I received was missing one of the o-rings on the water tank (there should be two), and was leaking immediately. After receiving a replacement from De'Longhi I haven't had any leakage. The bitter taste is probably due to the coffee grounds you are using...
1285400
Never had this problem. Is leak under the bottom of the entire brew station or in the bottom of the catch base which would be under the cup? If under the bottom of the entire brew station probably a leak somewhere in the water tank line inside the unit. Sorry I'm not more help.
27911
don't know if you're still worrying about this, but in case you haven't gotten an answer: it might be because you aren't pressing down hard enough to create a seal. water may leak through the sides and down into the "filtered" section.
245835
Where is it leaking from? Make sure the filter is in place and the water basin is fitting into the base properly. Otherwise, I would return it because it sounds like you have a defective one.
727202
I had a similar problem with a Bunn. It was a bad gasket. Question is: How bad is the leak? If it is mild, I would not worry about it. If you are having to clean up a large mess each time I would look for someone who services this make of machine.
533145
Check your rubber seal and make sure it fits properly. There should be no leaks, turned on or off. Maybe have a bad unit, or just a bad seal. Mine has worked fine, but I use mine for polishing and not for the main filter.