[Norvin]

I had a similar problem with the Elizabeth. The float (runs on the side of the tank) was doing its job correctly, there was water in the tank, the machine was asking for water, but the hose which feeds the pump was too short.

My solution was to simply extend the hose. In my case I extended it by splicing it, but I could have got some more from inside the machine.

Maybe there's some slack on that hose that you could utilise?

Tried that, there is a plug and socket connector that restricts the amount of cable that can be pulled through a hole in the frame. It is possible that the float is well, floating, adding to the issue.

 

[Norvin]

Norvin's nuts 😁

That's just what my wife says!

 

[DavecUK]

@Norvin Check that there isn't some excess cable/pipe inside that needs to be pulled through Sometimes they secure it with a cable tie inside...to get the length right.

Frankenstien doesn't have low water detection...so I am not totally sure, but on other machines of theirs I have seen, a cable tie grips the tube to set the correct length.

 

[Norvin]

@Norvin Check that there isn't some excess cable/pipe inside that needs to be pulled through Sometimes they secure it with a cable tie inside...to get the length right.

Frankenstien doesn't have low water detection...so I am not totally sure, but on other machines of theirs I have seen, a cable tie grips the tube to set the correct length.

I tried that, even moved the cable tie as much as I could to get more length. It's not that there isn't enough length, the float assembly will nearly touch the bottom of the tank if it stayed straight, but it curves once in the tank.

 

[SL01]

I tried that, even moved the cable tie as much as I could to get more length. It's not that there isn't enough length, the float assembly will nearly touch the bottom of the tank if it stayed straight, but it curves once in the tank.

You can also do it the Mafioso way - tie a tiny cement block to the sensor so it will never surface again...

 

[Denis S]

While waiting for the machine to come to me, I got something special. A really old (2012-2013 maybe) "breville" 53mm machine. Why you ask? I like to repair and test machine for a short period of time and then get rid of them. This was used with hard water so all the hoses, valves and thermo block were clogged with limestone, but I fixed it, all clean now and pumps like a champ.

While there, i'm amazed this tiny "cheap" machine has almost no plastic on it, and the pf (3 ears similar to Vesuvius evo leva) is heavy and full stainless. But the interesting part is the basket. 53mm basket that fits 15-16 g max. I know some of you searched for a smaller basket, maybe this is the one.

 

[4085]

@Denis S Did you have any issues sorting parts Denis? I know @ajohn loves tinkering with Sage/Breille stuff so he will probably have some questions!

 

[SL01]

While waiting for the machine to come to me, I got something special. A really old (2012-2013 maybe) "breville" 53mm machine. Why you ask? I like to repair and test machine for a short period of time and then get rid of them. This was used with hard water so all the hoses, valves and thermo block were clogged with limestone, but I fixed it, all clean now and pumps like a champ.

While there, i'm amazed this tiny "cheap" machine has almost no plastic on it, and the pf (3 ears similar to Vesuvius evo leva) is heavy and full stainless. But the interesting part is the basket. 53mm basket that fits 15-16 g max. I know some of you searched for a smaller basket, maybe this is the one.

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How do you like the Bentwood? Where would you rank it among the others you own and know when used with medium and dark roasts?

 

[MW11]

While waiting for the machine to come to me, I got something special. A really old (2012-2013 maybe) "breville" 53mm machine. Why you ask? I like to repair and test machine for a short period of time and then get rid of them. This was used with hard water so all the hoses, valves and thermo block were clogged with limestone, but I fixed it, all clean now and pumps like a champ.

While there, i'm amazed this tiny "cheap" machine has almost no plastic on it, and the pf (3 ears similar to Vesuvius evo leva) is heavy and full stainless. But the interesting part is the basket. 53mm basket that fits 15-16 g max. I know some of you searched for a smaller basket, maybe this is the one.

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Amazing set up @Denis S

How's the Bentwood with drip? I have the Blue Bottle Dripper (which is amazing) and I'm looking for a better grinder for pour overs.

 

[Denis S]

I had and tested many grinders. I owned Niche, Mazzer Kony E, Ceado e37, Ditting old (803?), Ek43s (with various parts and aligned, ofc with ssp HU), mahlkonig guatemala SB the big one with ssp aligned and changed carrier, some smaller diy grinders with 64mm mahlkonig Kenya/proM burrs, g-iota and bentwood.

I also did test at my house several times Lagom with unimodal burrs and Ultra/Levercraft grinder with 98mm HU.

Out of all, the Bentwood wins, brews or espresso, best overall grinder. Best clean brews, easy to use, write micron number on bag you are ready to go. I do daily V60 in the morning for my wife, and then 2 espresso for me in the day, I switch from V60 (400-600 microns) to espresso (80-120 microns) each day, no retention.

What makes the bentwood so good? the dual grind system, it has a big long thick pre-breaker auger, that pre-breaks the beans and feeds them at the same rate to the 63mm no holes custom burrs. Everything inside the grinder is enlarged and oversized, the burrs are double the thickness of normal burrs for stability, the burr chamber is over 3 cm in material, stainless, everything is oversized, sturdy and heavy (25kg~). Monster of a grinder with best overall results.

I can pull 100% Robusta with balanced sweet thick coating mouthfeel, with no bitterness. I could never do that on ssp.

I can also pull light roasts and the Bentwood pushes the floral notes more than ssp.

Have a look on what's inside. Thick! just like Vesuvius Leva

 

[Denis S]

We have a new disguised troll. They see they cant post much here cause they get moderated so they try to do damage on other forums/groups. Lovely kind of people.

https://www.home-barista.com/advice/lever-or-profiling-espresso-machine-for-light-roasts-t73229-30.html#p803360

I closed my account on HB, but maybe you guys can report his post so that kind of information doesn't stay like that.

 

[gearosthyd]

@Denis S At what point do we differentiate a troll from just a person with another view? Should it not be fair that people with alternate views, albeit perhaps not generally accepted, be allowed to voice them?

 

[DavecUK]

@Denis S I wouldn't worry, they are now trying too hard and the guy appears to have some real issues. They also have an Evo put down thread on their own forum as well...the best thing members here can do is ignore it and their forum.

They don't create anything and just want to pull down anything that doesn't fit into their world....it's petty, unpleasant and small minded, but we need to rise above it...or we are no better than them.

 

[4085]

@Denis S Nice to see @Dallah showing his true colours. Like all idiots, he fails to see himself as others do.......stick your head in the sand, your arse is still in the air........and the funny thing, is there is absolutely nothing in the content. I note he did not use his username on the other forum he frequents.......wonder why?

 

[Denis S]

@Denis S At what point do we differentiate a troll from just a person with another view? Should it not be fair that people with alternate views, albeit perhaps not generally accepted, be allowed to voice them?

when you add such statements a sane person would supply a bit more information and proofs. Not only 1 word in the wind. I do not know if you are aware and saw the posts on group on facebook, the trash post on HB, instagram and there were some posts here too. Some people are disturbed by the appearance of this machine, and this is great, the more they bark the more people find out about it.

I will post my reviews on IG once I get it, I have some beefy followers.

@DavecUK that is the reason why I asked them to delete my account on HB.

 

[4085]

@gearosthyd With the greatest of respect, you seem to be a relatively new member and may not be aware of all that has gone on on this forum. Those days are long past now, but rest assured, there is nothing innocent or alternate as a view point in what he is doing

 

[MW11]

I had fun replying to him 😅 I think even if Paolo was paying him to advertise like this he wouldn't do a better job than what he's doing atm! The guy is actually promoting the Leva without knowing it 😂😂.
HB is an amazing resource and there are experts there that I benefit from reading their posts and asking them questions.

 

[DavecUK]

@Denis S At what point do we differentiate a troll from just a person with another view? Should it not be fair that people with alternate views, albeit perhaps not generally accepted, be allowed to voice them?

I think you just have to trust our judgment.

 

[gearosthyd]

@dfk41 Yes, I'm quite fresh! I must mention I'm also on the pre-order list, so I do have a bias that this machine is seen in a good light. I was just concerned that perhaps we might look a little cultish which "might" put off other potential buyers. My original post was merely a question.

@Denis S I haven't seen the posts on FB as I think I arrived after they were posted as I did not know about them that's the reason why I suggested my original point.

I render my original point mute.

 

[MW11]

@dfk41 Yes, I'm quite fresh! I must mention I'm also on the pre-order list, so I do have a bias that this machine is seen in a good light. I was just concerned that perhaps we might look a little cultish which "might" put off other potential buyers. My original post was merely a question.

@Denis S I haven't seen the posts on FB as I think I arrived after they were posted as I did not know about them that's the reason why I suggested my original point.

I render my original point mute.

I'm with the guys on this even tho I'm new here but I've noticed the organized attack on IG, their forum and HB. Some people are really threatened by this machine and are trying really hard to diss it whenever they can. I will send you links in PM