Hello, how do you fit the red gasket into the portafilter? My machine sprays water everywhere &amp;I can't get the gasket correctly into the basket
1853881
Hmm never messed with the stock portafilter on these machines. You can take the whole inside assembly out and put in your basket, tamp and run it unpressurized. It pulls a much better shot if you have a good grind and beans. Sorry I'm not more help!
1706608
I've had this machine for years and this problem is due to the basket/filter assembly getting clogged. As Mike Wilkens says, take the whole thing apart. What I do is while the water is heating up, I take that apart and put the metal filter, the plastic bit and the plastic nut (but not the rubber part or outer metal cup) and put them in a cup and swish it around under hot water from the tap, running. By the time the machine has water at the right temperature, put it back together and load your grounds. I've found this to be the most reliable way after trying many others for years (including running white vinegar thru the machine, etc. etc.) I've had this machine for years and this problem is due to the basket/filter assembly getting clogged. As Mike Wilkens says, take the whole thing apart. What I do is while the water is heating up, I take that apart and put the metal filter, the plastic bit and the plastic nut (but not the rubber part or outer metal cup) and put them in a cup and swish it around under hot water from the tap, running. By the time the machine has water at the right temperature, put it back together and load your grounds. I've found this to be the most reliable way after trying many others for years (including... » Read More I've had this machine for years and this problem is due to the basket/filter assembly getting clogged. As Mike Wilkens says, take the whole thing apart. What I do is while the water is heating up, I take that apart and put the metal filter, the plastic bit and the plastic nut (but not the rubber part or outer metal cup) and put them in a cup and swish it around under hot water from the tap, running. By the time the machine has water at the right temperature, put it back together and load your grounds. I've found this to be the most reliable way after trying many others for years (including running white vinegar thru the machine, etc. etc.) « Show Less
2065287
Only thing I might suggest is to contact the manufacturer on the internet. I have had luck with other product parts replacement doing this. AS for this item: I have not had the gasket fail to date.
2068382
I use my 3-cup Moka Express every day. It eventually got so I was prying the basket out of the tank with a screwdriver. It didn't help that I forgot about it one day and left it on the hot stove. I was lucky that my sister-in-law gave me a new basket and some rubber gaskets, too. My gasket had turned into a gummy mess and broke up. I was using an o-ring I found at the hardware store. The baskets are about $5.
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I have a similar item and it connects perfectly. Remember that the threading is backwards so you have to twist it on backwards. Make sure the tank valve is turned off, so there is no tendency for the hose fitting to be pushed away due to gas pressure. I suppose you could have a very old tank with one of the smaller fittings, if so, you should upgrade. I hope this helps.
1179399
The coupler of the can did not fit on my washer. So I used short(about 2' long) garden water hose or any hose with male garden hose connector on one end, connected to pressure washer and stick in a funnel on other end of hose. Hold funnel higher than highest point of the pump without making sharp kink/bend. Poured automotive antifreeze until the antifreeze begin to flow out of other end of the pump outlet. It will protect the pump from freeze/rust through out period of storage economically. Be careful not spilling antifreeze where pets can injest liquid. Found it to be economical. Good luck. The coupler of the can did not fit on my washer. So I used short(about 2' long) garden water hose or any hose with male garden hose connector on one end, connected to pressure washer and stick in a funnel on other end of hose. Hold funnel higher than highest point of the pump without making sharp kink/bend. Poured automotive antifreeze until the antifreeze begin to flow out of other end of the pump outlet. It will protect the pump from freeze/rust through out period of storage economically. Be careful not spilling antifreeze where pets can injest liquid. Found it to be economical. Good luck.
1046933
use two gaskets, then everything will be fine...make sure you put in enough coffee and fill it up to the valve.
590843
I tried lubricating the gasket with oil, soaking the unit in hot water, and twisting the filter with my hands and pliers many, many times. It wouldn't budge. This worked for me: 1) Reattach the whole filter unit to the faucet (Screw the metal swivel collar back on tightly.). 2) Hit one of the 3 finger tabs sticking out from the bottom of the filter sideways to your left with a hammer several times until it starts to move. 3) Twist the filter to your left with your fingers until it comes out completely. FINALLY SUCCESS!!
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I just filled a small ball jar more than 1/2 way with water, tightened the lid and shook the heck out of it. No spills or leaks! Then I set it sort of upside down in a bowl (like it fell over in your bag) - Its been about an hour - no water in the bowl! There is no gasket but I think it'll work.
2068383
I've had several of these type of makers. I've never had a problem removing the basket. I usually wait til it is cool and use my finger. Are you perhaps asking about the gasket?
1377749
I've had mine for months, the gasket seems fine. What can happen is that air escapes if the seal on the compressor, for lack of a better term, is not seated properly. I run the bead that contacts the container under the tap to moisten it. This insures a proper seal with no air escaping. As an aside, gaskets can be hsd very inexpensively.
1269706
They sell the whole kit at Home Depot and may have parts there. The rubber gasket was the first to go for me. It barely made it a month. I've never replace it...I'm lazy
356812
Pull the center piece out of the rubber gasket when you receive the part. Then insert just the gasket onto the plastic bin hole, then push the center piece through the gasket until snug. Double check by putting a little water in the tank. Pretty easy.
1997386
I had the same problem, because of the bottom rubber gasket that makes it really hard to screw down tightly. I solved it by getting rid of the gasket and using plumbers putty instead. No leaks.
89720
You need to firmly press the water fill hose into the small hole at the top of the canister assembly. The snug fit should hold firmly in place. if your fill hose is worn or broken, you may need to replace it as well.
315712
Try a coarser grind. If it's too fine, it will just clog up the holes in the portafilter. If that doesn't help, try flushing the brew head a few times and letting the portafilter basket soak in hot soapy water for a while. Something make just be gunked up. Should none of those remedies work, your best bet would be to contact the manufacturer.
1990147
good luck. i tried to get help from the number listed on the directions. the directions don't match the parts. you just find the gasket that fits your part. my husband got a little frustrated. we almost returned it, but we got it.