An overview of the Jura coffee machine
The Jura coffee machine is designed by Jura Elektroapparate AG – a Swiss developer and dealer of household appliances. Nonetheless, they do not produce the appliances. Since the 1990s, they have outsourced lots of products to other firms.
Their Espresso makers are manufactured by Eugster (Frismag). This is another Swiss company. Jura machines are automatic and contain optimal elements of design and function. In general, Jura does not make low-end machines.
These days, Jura machines are globally available in over 50 countries. The company distributes household appliances across Europe, North America, and Australia. According to the company’s website, about energy and viability savings, all coffee machines are long-lasting. They also indicate that they could be serviced, even after long-term use.
Also since 1994, the company has added automatic switch-off buttons. Thus, if the makers are not being used, the machines turn to conserve power. A feature that assists, is energy-saving term blocks, which ably give the coffee and steam to the proper temperature immediately and alleviate energy loss (when not in use).
Troubleshooting
There is no denying that Jura coffee makers are excellent and high-quality products. Nonetheless, even the most outstanding brands probably have flaws, Jura could not be an exception. The good news is that you can repair the prominent issues.
Drip tray error
A drip tray of a coffee maker reaches excess both water and coffee when the machine is performing. When the drip tray is full, the water catches the bottom of the metal contacts that lie on the internal metal contacts, connecting to the board and making an electrical signal.
The signal of the machine tells that the drip tray should be emptied. At the same time, one of the following messages ought to occur on the display: “empty tray”, “tray missing”, or "drawer missing”.
Wet coffee grounds probably accrue in the drip tray where the contacts are kept, leading to a false reading that the drip tray needs to be cleaned. Slightly get rid of the metal contacts from the drip tray and wipe the contacts and the drip tray.
Remember to clean with soap and water. Clean the internal contacts with a moist cotton swab and mild cleaning agent (for metal). Dry the contacts, the inside, and the drip tray before putting it all back.
In case the metal contacts are dull or colored, you should replace them. Additionally, check the condition of the internal contacts, corrosion, for example. Plethora Jura coffee machines contain a micro-switch that is turned on by the drip tray when it is added, signaling the board to continue the next step.
If the micro-switch lever is broken, corroded or damaged; the unit might not realize whether the drip tray is inserted or not. The micro-switch then needs to be reinstated. For an “empty grounds” error message, the coffee ground container tray tends to insert soon after the device asks you to empty the grounds.
Coffee dispensing error
Whether you are using a drip coffee machine or a single-serve one, slow or no water flow is the most popular issue with all home coffee machines. There are many causes behind this problem. The water tank could be out of place.
If no coffee is dispensed, the grinder crushes the coffee beans too finely, which might cause a “system fill” message to happen on the machine’s screen. If you get this case, the used grounds will be soaked and they look like mud.
Water tank error
Water tank errors in the Jura coffee machine could be leakage, blockage, incorrect placement of the water tank. These malfunctions ought to cause low-quality coffee or the coffee maker will function in the wrong place.
- Leakage: if the water tank is not accurately sealed or there is a crack or a damage point in the tank, it will lead to water leak and water spillage.
- Blockage: blockage in the water tank or the water line of the coffee machine probably prevents the water flow through the unit, leading to water shortage for brewing.
- Imprecise placement: if the water tank is not put accurately in the device, it will cause problems with the water flow and brewing process simultaneously.
Solutions
When you identify problems, you can find solutions at the same time. Here are a few solutions that may arise for your Jura coffee machine. I am sure that you can fix it in a jiffy.
Jammed drip tray
All of the new Jura models come with internal sensors. Sometimes, you force the machine to work many times. Thus, the settings in the machine stop working. The solution for this flaw is one of the easiest yet.
- Abolish the drip tray completely
- Remove the grounds basket
- Reinstate the drip tray and keep the grounds basket in the machine and listen for the noises. This is a clear signal that the coffee maker is resetting. Leave it for a couple of minutes
- Take the drip tray out again and put the grounds container back into the tray
Empty grounds
The sensors cause empty grounds with the two silvers look “clips” located at the back of the drip tray.
- Dismiss the drip tray
- Slightly wipe down the sensors
- Change the drip tray and continue enjoying your coffee cups
Empty drip tray
In general, the Jura shows “empty drip tray” error message consistently emerges when the drip tray is full or wrongly inserted. Here are a few steps to solve the problem.
- Evacuate the drip tray
- Remove the grounds basket and get rid of any liquid that might have compiled in it
- Clean the drip tray with warm water and soap. Then, you dry it before reinserting
- Check the drip tray to ensure that it is accurately put into the machine
- If the message continues, you will try unplug the device for a short time and plug it back in. By doing this, you reset the coffee maker and erase temporary glitches.
FAQs
What tools do you need to repair the problems that come to the Jura coffee machine?
Jura inherits many tools for us to repair some basic errors as well as maintenance tasks at home such as Jura oval head screw, Jura repair kit, Jura water circuit refurbishing kit, etc.
How long could a Jura coffee machine last?
From 6 to 10 years. You should maintain the whole machine every two years to one of their registered dealers.
How do you keep the device clean at home?
Use a CLEARYL filter to remove substances like chlorine and lead. Change the filter after 50 liters of water have forced through or after two months.
Why is the Jura coffee machine expensive?
This is because the extraction process is the unique process that Jura devices can monitor.
Final words
Jura is a luxury brand of coffee machines, especially Espresso, with full automatic systems. Jura has been around since 1931 and a famous player in the automatic machine market since the 1980s. Own a Jura coffee machine, you will face troubleshooting. When you find out the error messages, try some of the solutions addressed above.
