How to fix a dripping / leaking delonghi espresso ec685 / ec680 machine
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- How to fix a dripping / leaking delonghi expresso ec685 / ec680 machine. Joint o-ring replacement. Make sure you unplugged machine from electricity when opening the lid. Remember, if you need to operate it when open, be very careful and do not touch any electrical wires.
At the time of writing here is the link to the o-rings I purchased. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07GJYQVQ...
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You're the best for taking time to make this video for all of us DeLonghi EC680 Dedica fans. It is a great machine! Nothing in its price range comes close. You saved me from buying a 3rd one. I've been using an inverted lid on my counter to collect all the water but I can get rid of it now thanks to you.
This was exactly our problem, solution explained brilliantly - saved us buying a new one. Thank you so much!
This is exactly the symptom I’m having with mine. Thank you for the video. Ill be opening up mine to see if it’s the same cause after I finish my coffee!
Hey Jonesy, nice video in case this ever happens to mine, which I have had already for 5 years.
Just wanted to mention, it is GOOD, that it leaks out of the bottom in case of an internal leak, because otherwise it would fill up inside and fry the electronics. I figure they probably designed it that way, so that it wouldn't self destruct in case of a leak.
Cheers!
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. My problem wasn't the 'o' ring it was the 3-way 'y' plastic valve. So I paid out for 'o' rings i didn't need BUT your video gave me the confidence to take the job on and start the elimination process that ultimately saved me buying a new Dedica. Thanks again!
Hi, where you bought it? Your case sounds like mine, water isn't ejected, properly, around the ring not just by the middle dropping, opened and realized looks like can't drain properly so on rejected to inside as well
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How did you fix 3 way Y connection?
@@eldorj4080 you have to buy and replace the Maynard Valve... it's not expensive or hard to fix.
Thanks. Your fix worked for my delonghi icona vintage eco310. The orings recommended by you worked fine. They did look slightly larger than the old ones, but only by a tiny fraction.
Thanks for the video! Mine wasn’t leaking from there, but another o ring in the Y part. New ones ordered, will replace them all.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. And also for your whiteboard pic of the measurements of the washer. Fantastic. 🙂
The steamer knob is also prone to leakage from the silicone seal inside. These machines are very prone to problems, my machine failed me after 11 months from that silicone seal I mentioned. How it happened: It worked fine during extraction, and also performed with no problem during the milk frothing, however when you proceed with cooling the boiler by letting steam and afterwards water out from the steam line, the seal gives away and lets water leak into the exact same spot that you mentioned in the video. It also happens when you want to heat water for tea or something. Result: inside screws were all oxidized.
I also have to mention that the steamer knob as it is made of cheap plastic and that the switch positioned above as well as the knob itself starts to move from its original position and fails to make contact and you have to push the knob upwards in order to activate the steam pump and get it to work again.
This machine makes good coffee, and I had mine in impeccable shape, always cleaned it after use and descaled it at the recommended time, however it did not prevent from it failing just shy of one year.
If I knew now what I have known then, I would not have bought this machine.
I noticed liquid underneath my machine this morning. Probably the same problem. Thanks for the video. I'll search Amazon for the "o" rings.
Thanks for the video. My problem was the damn little spring and ball underneath the feed decided to lodge itself weirdly.
Tip for the orings if anyones seeing this. Just put the oring ON THE hose at the very end (Not quite all the way seated) and push it back in. Then pull the hose back out and verify that the oring is seated in there correctly.
Thank you. I have owned this espresso maker for a month and noticed the water leaking today. I am still under warranty so I'm not sure what I'll do, but it seems easier to fix this myself than go through the company.
Good tips. But.. Mine leaked from the main dispenser when I switched it on. It was dry inside so none of the connections were leaky. Drips continue after a cup is made so I thought it was a heat issue.. expanding joints etc. Nevertheless, I replaced 3 o-rings that I could get to - the one you said, plus one at the back of the machine and one just above the dispenser.. and it cured it.. performs now as when new.
Thanks for the instruction! So easy to fix. Problem gone.
Thanks for this! I have a different issue where the drips are coming through the coffee basket - I'll do another descale before I follow your steps for opening it up and having a look. Cheers for clearly explaining it all!
If anyone has the same issue as me - the machine was dribbling out water/coffee after it had finished and especially when using the steamer. I descale with w bottles of tesco white vinegar (35p each) and the issue went away - no need to open. So my issue was far simpler fix but cheers for this video regardless!
Have had the kinda same problem recently. Very helpful! Thank you!
Nice one. I have mine since 5 jahrs. Just got this problem as well. Thank you for the video. God bles you🎉
Good thing you showed me how to change the o-ring :)
Thanks a lot for producing this video, thanks for your time and erpertise! I saved a lot of money watching it 🙂
Thank you very much! I have a leak in this place. Ordered a spare part! Good luck! )
Brilliant! I have exactly the same problem on the same machine. I thought it would be the gasket on the grouphead
What a legend! Thanks for your time and effort , saved me a fortune!
Thanks and no problem.
Awesome and very helpful! Many thanks for posting this tutorial!
Super helpful! Thank you! Very thorough.
Personally, I enjoyed listening to excellent NON-American English and just got high from it. However, I did not understand at all where to put this 2x4x2 spacer. I have the same problem with the EC680 and I took the whole thing apart to see if it was the gasket that is in the three part where the horn is inserted. It's very difficult and I was happy to find your solution video. I want to do as you did, and I want to ask you if you could give me a couple of minutes and explain the algorithm in the form of a picture-text. This can be done to my mail or post a video with a photo and text on CZcams. I am sure that you will be grateful to a huge mass of people who find it very difficult to grasp the essence of the decision by ear. Thank you in any case and happiness in life🙏
Many thanks. Appreciate the comments.
When you take out the pipe there should be an o rign left in the socket if it didn't fly out. Take that out, put the new ring in place inside the socket, then put the pipe back in. Job done. Does this help?
Wow, thank you for your attention to detail. Yes, very helpful. I will remember this. I was looking to see if I could remove the brewer head and clean it. My brew is taking too long. Last time it did this, I flushed the brewer head, descaled good as new. Not this time. Adjusting the grind gave drip coffee results. I've always used same beans same grind. If I don't find a plug, the only thing left is the pump going out.
I would try to clean the circular metal grid at the outlet? Like you did with the brewer head. Otherwise, no idea. Sorry.
@@jonesyboy4434 Yes, I cleaned it. Had a lot of build up. I really thought I nailed it. It's still choking on the coffee. Back to thinking it's the pump. I bought it open box. It was probably a demo. I've had it a couple of years with no problems. There are posts about testing the pump but it's shop talk I don't understand.
Thank you! Same problem, very useful video!
Thanks for the video, saved me money!
Thank you so much, yours video helps me a lot 😀🙌🏻
Thank you, helps me a lot / well done, mate!
Thank you for a very helpful video!
Thanks- same fault as I have. Biggest problem was getting the top off!
I also got a leak from my typewriter in these places like you .The problem was in the black detail that includes 2 tubes .The part is cracked . Ordered just in case 2 PCs .
Dude. Great job
Thank you for this, very useful
Thank you for your help.
Thanks. Worked for me.
This is a great video. Thank you for sharing, appreciate !
You're welcome
Thank you so much this was so helpful!!
You're very welcome
Glad you found it useful.
Many thanks for this video. I have a dripping frother outlet, which I'm presuming may be a similar problem of a leaking 'O' ring, but I was initially looking for a video on how to get into the innards of this machine, to see if I can replace what is becoming a very slow pump - and your video covers the initial problem of access perfectly. Thanks!
Did you manage to fix it? My frother is leaking and I'm struggling to find anything online to help fix it
@@Jess-cv9gi No Jess, I haven't done anything about it to date, but my frother outlet is now leaking too, but I'm also finding standing water below the machine after operation. We have a local DIY shop that sells a range of things, which hopefully will include 'O' rings, but having removed the case, it's a jumble of pipes inside, so I'm concerned about making a simple problem worse if I can't immediately see the problem, so I may just stick with a dripping pipe for the moment!
@@Jess-cv9gi Hi again Jess. I "bit the bullet" this morning and removed the top, as described in the video, while (very carefully!) making coffee. As was to be expected, sods law kicked in and the frother nozzle didn't leak! However, I was looking to see where a potential leak may come from and other than the pipe held with a spring clip just above where the nozzle pipe goes through the body of the machine, I could find nothing that would suggest a dripping nozzle - UNLESS - it was a failed 'O' ring elsewhere in the system, as described in the video. The only possible place I could see where that might happen, was on the narrow pipe that goes into the left-hand side of the switch attached to the frother nozzle lever. If you stop the video at 3 mins. 10 secs., you'll see this pipe towards the bottom of the picture, entering the nozzle lever switch on the left, below the 2 white connectors, (it's the thin pipe, on the left, NOT the larger one with a spring clip at the front.). Having looked on eBay, there are loads of listings for 'O' rings, but you need to search for those associated with either plumbing or hydraulics. I couldn't find any that gave a size of 4mm hole by 8mm diameter, but there were a couple with a 4.5mm hole, by 8mm diameter and I'm wondering if these were what were used, as I think it would be extremely difficult to differentiate between a 4mm hole and a 4.5mm one! As they were listed under plumbing and hydraulics, it could be worthwhile checking with a local plumbing shop, to see if they have anything suitable. As for my leak at the bottom of the machine - I did fix that. I took off the base plate, then removed the 3 screws holding the sprung water connectors in place and discovered that one pipe needed pushing on tighter. Another possible reason was that the water reservoir needs to be pushed firmly into place, as I think that was also allowing water to seep out due to the suction action, if the reservoir was not pushed firmly into place. Hope this helps. Alan
@@Ayjay2785 Thanks! I also couldn't see any immediate problems when I opened mine up so suspect a similar issue. For fear of making it worse (this is far out of my skill set) I may hand it over to a professional but good to know this might be an approach to try!
@@Jess-cv9gi Hi again Jess, Eureka! Today, I've fixed the leak on the dripping frother spout at a cost of £9.99. It was quite simple - though of course, the definition of "quite simple" depends on how "techie" you feel you want to be! Having purchased the replacement valve, it required 2 screwdrivers, a pair of pliers and a "dooberee" - AKA a small, sharp implement, ( I used a very small flat-head screwdriver,) to remove the 'O' ring from the old valve, which came out fine. If you feel you'd be prepared to tackle it, let me know and I'll prepare some details.
I really appreciate the work you put into this video and helpful information 👍🏻
Nevertheless: I think it would be good to tell people to unplug the machine first or be VERY CAREFUL when still plugged in.
Good point. Hopefully people will realise they must unplug first. Thanks.
Thank you kindly, sir, saving people a fortune by not having to go to an 'accredited Delonghi service center'..
Thank you sir!
Thank you!
I'm looking forward to sampling a variety of coffee, teas and cocoa.
Thank you a lot
the o-rings might be expensive for a reason, special material that's both food grade as well as resistant to the appropriate pressure and heat
thanks for the video
Nice... I have the same issue. I will follow your steps and I hope it is the o-ring.
Good luck
@@jonesyboy4434 Thanks, but the o-rings were fine. I turned it on while it was opened and I found that it was the 3-WAY VALVE CONNECTOR, the Y shaped part at the bottom, that was with a crack (the only way to spot it is when is leaking). I have ordered a new one...Anyway, your tutorial was excellent to find the problem. Thanks.
THANK YOU so much for this video! Mine is having the EXACT same problem in the same area AND off the steam wand. Now I know they are both easy fixes. Also my sumps keep unscrewing themselves and flying off while making, meaning you have to stand there & hold it in place. Hopefully I can find a fix for that too, or maybe this will fix that problem as well.🤷♀️. Thanks SOOOO much!
Thanks for this. Can’t seem to get the clip back in. It appears to be obstructed by the metal ring on the plastic tube. Does this mean the tube is not inserted fully?
I opened up the top of mine and it was completely dry inside. The solution in my case was cleaning the filter inside the coffee outlet. Took 5 minutes
Thanks for this very useful video / solution. I came across your video as I was searching for any experience / solution regarding leaking from the base of the machine. When I use mine / leave it standby I find that water pools underneath the base of the machine. Any thoughts / tips appreciated.
thanks ❤
Nice video thanks! Did you use o’rings that are food grade?
thanks
my leaking only occurs when I put too much grounds, example 13g or 14g.
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It’d be easier if the oring is shroud through the white tfpe tube first, and insert the tube into the connector, than insert oring into connector.
how did you manage to put the little clips back in?
I have checked out if I saw leakage and couldn’t find one. After I was done I closed the hood of the machine and it stopped working ever since.
The similar leak position that I had on my E310, I don't know how they installed it, it was the similar parts....Delonghi, never learns, I guess.
Hi, in my case, water drops started appearing under the steam wand (it's leaking after I turn the machine on and during coffee-making). Not too much water, like 1-2 teaspoons, and not with every cycle, but still irritating... Descaling didn't help. What can be the problem in your opinion? Thanks for helping out.
Hi, I can’t seem to get the clip back into the port - any tips please?
I am wondering if this is my issue as well...mine only leaks when I am frothing the milk. I'll have to take it apart and see if there is any water in the machine. Thank you!
Mines leaking from the steam nozzle. Took it apart to have a look inside and now steam escapes from the steam adjustment knob too!🤦♂️
❤merci Canada 😅
Do you have any idea how to fix a leaking steamer? Mine drips water whenever the machine is heating up and when pulling the espresso. It's a while out of warranty and I'm desperate to fix it as it is beloved in my house :(
My coffee machine is when I start to shot the coffee, it loses a few drops of water through the milk steamer. what could it be?
Hi I have an issue where the water does not filter down. Can you help
Does this machine use a pump or steam system for the espresso?
Hi Jonesy very well explained, Kudos to you for this. I have exactly same issue but my machine is ECP34.20, can you help by advising something for that model. Thanks in advance :)
Sorry, I'm not familiar with that model but my guess would be that the internal connectors and seals would be similar. Have a look and good luck.
the factory ones are special that take high temperatures I read ,
The ones I've used have no caused any issues so far. Been in for 2 years now.
Great to see someone have a go at fixing stuff. Btw how do you find the machine and grinder? I'm looking at buying one second hand. Tai.
I really like the machine. I bought a refurbished one from ebay for about £120 and it's been great (apart from the leak Haha, but that can happen with any machine I suppose!). Both the machine and grinder are decent. Takes some time to experiment with grind size and tamp pressure but that's coffee making.
I have exactly the same machine and the same grinder. The espresso machine is great for a first step into espresso but the grinder really wasn't very good and didn't grind fine enough for good quality espresso. Ive bought a better grinder but am still using the Delongi Espresso machine
@@jontrewfrombarry there's a guide to modify delonghi kg79 to grind finer, it's super easy and it actually works
Hi, my machine's sediment alarm is on, I descaling my machine but the alarm doesn't turn off, what should i do?
Hi could you help i was getting no water from the main coffee part but was from the steamer. I opened it up checked the pipes and reassembled but now have no water from steamer but do have water from the main part.
Presume you have the leaver on the right set correctly?
Hey! I have a a smeg espresso which is pretty much the exact same set up as this. The issue I’m having is when I go to use the steam wand, steam comes out of the brew head also. Any idea why this could be happening? It was recently descaled so perhaps something has lodged itself and it’s taking the path of least resistance. 🤷🏼♂️ it’s only started doing this today after 2 years of perfect use.
Hi, sorry no idea. But your idea sounds sensible. Sounds like the seal that switches the flow path is not sealing properly. Try removing and cleaning? Sorry, can't help anymore than that.
i cleaned recently with deescolator, but now the frother has so much water when i use it, might you know how to fix that?
Sorry, I've not experienced that so can't help you. Good luck.
Does anybody know why the orange light permanently blinking despite descaling ;
Is it safe, for the machine, to operate it with the upper cap removed? Mine is leaking from the vaporizer, just by pressing the On switch drops of water start leaking from there while the machine heats up. Vaporizer's strenght is also noticeable lower. So I want to try to operate it without the uper cap in order to spot something, if that won't cause me more issues.
Yes, the lid does not need to be on for the machine to work. Ok to observe, just be careful to not touch mains electrics and be aware if leaking hot water/ steam.
Have you fixed the leaking/dripping milk nozzle/vaporizer? Because mine has the same problem 🙄
I pulled the pipe out as per the video, and could not reach for the o-ring. On top of this, I'm struggling to fit the pipe back into the right-angle bend and get it to stay in place; I can't push it in far enough to secure it with the clip. Any help?
I managed to solve my issue, I fashioned an old paperclip into a hook and fished the o-ring out, there was no damage to it but replaced it with a fresh one as my machine is 3 yrs old. I put the fresh o-ring on the end of the tube before fitting it back in :)
Great work! Always a way
@@colonelcorndog couldn’t have done it without this comment. You’re amazing, i was fiddling for an hour
The problem I am having with this machine is that when it is pouring coffee, water is coming out from the steam wand at the same time. Any help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Hi, did you manage to solve it? I'm having the same issue.
@@MegaMartinukHi, the problem is still there. I opened the machine and tried to find out where the problem was, but everything seemed fine.
However, I learned a trick, when the machine is pouring your shot, you hold the steam dial with two fingers and push it upwards. I hope that make sense. 😊 Let me know how it goes for you.
@@MegaMartinuk that will stop the water coming from the steam wand.
@@imahmud thank you! This trick didn't help in my case. What's strange, that in some cycles the water is leaking, while in others not. Did extra descaling help you in any way?
@@MegaMartinuk the descaling didn't help. I was thinking to do a video of the trick I explained.
Maybe I wasn't clear of my explanation.
Is this boiler made of stainless steel, or aluminium?
Sorry, I don't know.
Thank you for the vid. It looks like I've got the same problem with mine Delonghi. Is it's possible for you to put down the link for Amazon, so I know which o-rings I need. Thx in advance.
Hi, sorry for the delay. I ordered these www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07GJYQVQR?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details
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Thx for the link!
I have problem with my machine, each time I use the frother, the lights of single and double shot start blinking and I have to restart the machine to get an espresso shot, any suggestions how to fix that?
The lights blink after frothing because the boiler is too hot and has to cool down, the best thing to do once you see the lights flashing, rotate the steam lever to pump cold water from the tank. The machine will stop pumping water automatically. Rotate the lever back and you should be good to go.
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@@mrporkchop110 Thank you
The machine is full of plastic parts, which are in direct contact with hot water. Don't know if they are safe for health.
It isn't called e"x"presso!!!
Good point. Haha thanks
I think they're telling us to say ess-presso. In my own home with the audience of 1 cat, who's going to know?
Delonghi have really good Designs but very very poor builds. Plastics everywhere. These are cheaply made machines. A used italian espresso machine cost s less, makes better espresso and lasts forever with minimal maintenance.
grazie 🙏 molto utile