Lubricating A Gaggia Brew Unit - Gaggia Caffe TV

[@AnnieB419]

Every time I have to lubricate my brew unit, I come to KZbin to remind myself what to do. I have never heard anyone tell us about the importance of the yellow colored plastic. Thank you so much! Your video was the most helpful of all that I have ever watched!

[@brankokoic1219]

😂😂Same here

[@dankase7296]

I found this video very helpful to lube my philips 3200 lattego. The brew unit now moves much better and I'm excited for my next Americano. Thanks 🙂

[@ChristopherUrbane]

I have had this unit for years and have watched many videos, but this one is the most visually detailed. Ironically, I have Saeco unit which is pretty much the same exact thing.

[@TJB_333]

Hmmmmm. Better late than never. After 2 plus years I've finally lubricated my machine. Cheers for the great video.

[@petertregenza744]

2 years, had our coffee machine near 5 years, just replaced the O ring over the weekend, clean it regularly though..!!!

[@asb4ever76]

I never realized who many areas I wasn't lubricating. Thank you for showing how to do it right.

[@happily1986]

Thank you Mike. Very instructive and clear. It helps me tonnes that the brew group of the Philips machine looks exactly the same to the Gaggia.

[@bilijev]

phillips owns Gaggia

[@michaelfriedman8941]

This is a great tutorial and showing the important areas to lubricate. Even the Babila manual is not as thorough. Thank you Mike for this excellent information.

[@danielledraper1107]

This is simply THE BEST instruction video - in the 10 years we’ve had this machine I sadly admit to not having lubricated it correctly - never had an issue (a testament to the machine) but definitely squeaky most of the time - just followed your video and it’s perfection- thankyou so much 🤩🤩

[@hbard3208]

Love how you show the operation of the brew unit, I figured almost all of it out myself but if I saw this before it would have been helpful. Using a Phillips which uses the same exact style of brewkit

[@susanmessenger9052]

Thank you very much. My Gaggia machine is an important member of our household here. Maintenance videos are appreciated. New subscriber here.

[@Holeecowholander]

Thank you for the video. My unit seemed like it was dead and then I lubricated it and then cleaned the unit. It’s working again!

[@td22calif]

Aces! Thank you so much for the excellent tutorial. The manual that came with the machine was severely lacking this crucial info. Thanks for sharing.

[@Adomir]

Best instruction on greasing this type of brewing unit so far! Gaggia was bought by Saeco which in turn was bought by Philips. The brewing units of the Philips coffee makers are (almost) identical, so this instruction works for them as well.

[@wiggleroom3039]

Just got a used Gaggia Synchrony, and my heart sank a bit when you said this should be oiled once a month, but relaxed when I heard 500 cups. Frankly, 500 cups is about a year and a half of coffee, so I can deal.

[@slawrencelittlestanmore6519]

Thank heavens for Channels such as these - the Gaggia instructions left a lot to be desired!!

[@ThatGuy-dj3qr]

Thanks for this guide!! Okay, I definitely wasn't lubricating a fraction of the areas I should have been lubricating. Also, it's clear that I need to buy more lubricant in an a much bigger size than the measly little tube that came with the machine.

[@stevensklar482]

This is an excellent guide - Big fan of WholeLatteLove but there's wasn't NEARLY as thorough! So glad Gaggia published this!

[@gaggiauk]

thanks.

[@AnnHayes-Garcia]

Yep! I return here every time too! Thanks for the excellent guidance!! ❤

[@montanamom1124]

Thanks!

[@sravenwind]

This brew group unit is identical to what's currently being used in the Philips LatteGo 4400 series (and likely the 3x00, other 4x00, and 5x00 units). I believe the Philips are made by Saeco which also makes the Gaggia? I used these instructions for my Philips LatteGo 4444. Thank you for the detailed demonstration!

[@cobra-he9xj]

Thanks for this informative video! The manual for my unit only lists the two guides and the pin as lubrication areas. My Accademia 2022 came with a liberal coating of lube on the yellow cylindrical connecting brace that spans the two halves of the portion of the assembly that slide up and down the guides (i.e. the portion utilized to actuate the group in this video with a finger). It is not a bearing surface that touches or rubs against anything so that was a mistake at the factory. It's always a good idea to check *anything* mechanical that you purchase new for incomplete lubrication instead of waiting for the first scheduled maintenance. In my case it was overlubricated. 😂 Not technically bad, but it was collecting grounds that would never come clean during the weekly rinse. Obviously somebody at the factory who did not understand the actuation of the group was tasked with lubrication. I also see that the circular tapered seat you mentioned to lube was dry on mine. What's worse is that it lines up vertically very poorly when my door closes. The mating portion on my door has already formed a fair amount of plastic chafing after only 80 cups. Not worth sending back as it appears to be a design issue (hinges are fine/door doesn't say). A thin layer of lube in that area should help the longevity of mine. 👍🏻

[@daveypotful]

Brilliant,clear instructions.Thank you 👍☕️

[@doctormills]

In the manual, Saeco only says to lube the shaft and guide rails and not to move it into the working position, but I guess it doesn't hurt to move it and lube the yellow plastic, as well. I've found important to clean out the small black plastic pan (called #33 "coffee residues drawer"; not the large drip pan) underneath the brew unit and clean that out as it will clog the little hole and not allow waste water to get to the drip pan and then leak on to your counter.

[@d.nakamura9579]

Thank you! Illustrations in the manual are very hard to decipher.

[@crissyl274]

Thank you so much for such great detailed video.

[@theostraathof3863]

Superb little video. Thanks a lot.

[@2slins]

Thanks for the video mate!

[@RKroese]

Mine won't do hot water. It goes straight to the leaktray, any suggestions?

[@claudesansoucy865]

Yes refresh my mind,,,after you can tell,the mecanism run smooth no clunking noise,,,cool thanks

[@andrewmccarthy4144]

I use an Acid Brush to lubricate with, available at almost every hardware store that exists. Even the big box stores.

[@FatihDemir-u9x]

Hello, i have one question. I have EP4346 coffee machine. Yesterday i was cleaning brew unit, i removed and washed it. When i was cleaning brew unit slot area, i saw a very small washer which is dark brown color . I could not find where this washer dropped from. Do you have any idea?

[@CrappyCode]

Wow your voice is just so nice. I hope you do audio books...

[@19561939]

Als ik koffie zet dan zit der zoveel water in de lek bak wat kan ik doen. Hij is pas 3 weken oud In het begin had ik dat niet

[@danparker3093]

Anyone know why the brew unit would pop out the side of a Saeco Incanto on a call for coffee?

[@EdelineLim]

Thank you. 4 years on it works on Philips 2200 too. 🙏🏼

[@danielapetre6754]

Am și eu o Garcia și se aude rasnita dar nu iese cafea.Ma puteți ajuta cu un sfat?Mulțumesc.

[@luminita001]

I had a problem with grinder. The service man told me the reason was the oil from the coffee beans. So because of the oil the grinder stuck. Can you explain how to clean in the future to avoid paying for the service?

[@seanward7676]

Just ordered the Gaggia Velasca Prestige. Thank you for this video. I was very curious about where the lubricant needed to be applied. Thanks for clarifying

[@DDD422.D]

Thanks, very informative 👍

[@bobgil3464]

Reminds of my fishing days cleaning and lubing up my reels.

[@dahori1]

Our brew unit is stuck/jammed. Any suggestions on how to remove it?

[@digipopper]

Thanks, mother's Philips HD8650 is not squeaking anymore and all the coffee and excess water are coming out as before.

[@Fari-o7n]

What is the reason for lubricating?

[@MikeJagielski]

The info provided in the manual is worthless. This video is fantastic. For the first time all that needed to be lubed and other parts I did not know about also got lubed. I am sure the machine will last a lot longer because of this video

[@hastitavasoli7569]

What other kind of oil can I use to lubricate the brew part, I don’t have Gaggia oil at the momrnt.

[@Viaches1av]

from my experience only thing you should lubricate is that spindle that was shown on the last minute of the video, because not lubricated it can stuck on rinse or americano water step (when there is no coffee which pushes it down), so water will not come out.

[@ahmedhahsem953]

When im done with lubricating , can i use it to make coffee right away or i should wait for a while ? Thank you

[@GeoffBox-kv4bu]

Thanks for great vid. I had a problem where the machine stopped working and showed an error code "2". The manual carefully explains code "1, 3, 4, 5" but nothing about "2". I did all the lubing you showed and it still showed the same error. After lots of listening to the clicks and clunks I decided that it was at the point of grinding that is all went pear shaped. I increased the size of the grind to the most course and hay presto it is working. I think there was a foreign body in the coffee beans and it wedged into the grinder and stopped the motor turning. I have had this problem in the past with dedicated grinders. don't normally use Costa beans and will now keep my distance. Good luck all.

[@virgiliubalasanu4018]

Ce lubrefiante folosim?

[@arisebenezer7374]

THanks before . But how if the 3 lamps inidicator was ON ?? What is the problem ? Thanks

[@giovannigiorgio6406]

Did you find the solution? Please help

[@marcrutens3977]

How was the problem fixed?

[@giovannigiorgio6406]

@@marcrutens3977 with 3 lights blinking you have to bring in the machine for repairs (mine had broken grinder and broken heater)

[@marcrutens3977]

Thanks, I was hoping for some self fixing actions, but looks like mine will also need to go back to repairs then. Only 6 months old for my machine, that's not really good quality

[@giovannigiorgio6406]

@@marcrutens3977 mine was 8 months

[@lauwe54]

thank you great video

[@dunalar9454]

Shouldn't you clean and air dry the unit prior of lube it?

[@mitchellwinks4280]

Thank You 👍👍👍

[@robynnewman5311]

My fuse ie machine not working

[@philh1826]

Can one use KY jelly?

[@stevenschmidt4420]

Thank you. I've always found it difficult to identify the correct parts to lube from the illustration in the manual.

[@gastonestebanotaegui9628]

Its the same as the Saeco one's doesn't it?

[@tenplus1025]

Great instructions mayne!!!

[@istvanaranyos3421]

Very useful, thank you for sharing!

[@eris94]

God bless you!❤🎉

[@Socrates366]

Where can I purchase o ring

[@montanamom1124]

If no lubricant was included with the machine, what food safe kind would you recommend?

[@valeriuvaleriu1365]

pure vaseline from drugsore

[@euci3207]

​@@valeriuvaleriu1365 lol

[@BrendonWillenkamp-xe7gd]

Would coconut oil work?

[@valeriuvaleriu1365]

Yes it works but your coffe smell like coconuts. The best is pure vaseline in pharmacy

[@valeriuvaleriu1365]

Y pay 5 euro for 50 ml. pure vaseline

[@DannyStories]

Hello This question isn’t about lube but I need advice on my Gaggia Anima deluxe. When I press the button to start the espresso making process the machine makes a buzzing sound and it turns off the power. Have you ever heard of a problem like this?

[@scrappy3759]

I believe Whole Latte Love does repairs for its out of warranty and you haven’t found a solution by now. I have the same machine and have not had that happen.

[@DannyStories]

@@scrappy3759 thank you for the comment. I will look that place. I contacted Gaggia but I’m still waiting to hear something.

[@scrappy3759]

@@DannyStories Best of luck to you & hopefully they respond soon. I don’t know where you are located, there may be other repair places closer to you. But Whole Latte Love has a good reputation.

[@DannyStories]

@@scrappy3759 I’m in Toronto Ontario. I miss my morning espressos.

[@Kurskayaduga]

word of advises needed: does regular coffee powder and wet coffee appearing under (and all around) the brew group of my Gaggia have something to do with unsufficient lubrication?

[@mertkayaoglu]

Thanks a lot

[@74mireille]

Yes indeed: thank heavens for the useful instructions ! You are a life (coffee) savior :-)

[@yelizcengiz7417]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@KellyPerazzolo]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@harryerlandomendean2079]

Waar kan ik de O-ringen(seals) bestellen, onder welk gezaamlijk partnummer, mijn type is EP2224

[@Adomir]

Ik heb deze week nog o-ring van mijn EP2224 vervangen, zie mijn andere comment. Ik heb daar ook technische fiche van: www.coffee-automat.ru/wa-data/public/site/shemaPhilips/Philips%20ep1220.pdf

[@centumdunlopmortgagesinc8160]

was doing to wrong all along, thanks for the great video

[@pressgreen784]

Obrigada!!!! Amazing video!!!

[@sputnikbreeze5590]

Is it safe to wash also rubber seals in Puly Caff Powder solution (or whatever cleaning powder) together with the Brew Unit?

[@davidwrightme]

Check the cleaner instructions. My brew unit cleaner says no rubber or silicone. Those parts must first be removed to soak the whole brew unit

[@wojciechszymanowski]

And What about older models?

[@usasupra23]

#1) all these fancy machines seem to use the same brew unit. #2) you sure put a lot of lube in many places that the other brands don’t mention. #3) is it ok to Lube all the O-Rings as I felt inclined to but haven’t yet due to bean dust clinging to it?

[@davids8539]

Amazing

[@harryerlandomendean2079]

Waar kan ik de O-ringen(seals) bestellen onder welk partnummer ?

[@Adomir]

De o-ringen passen op heel veel machines. Is meestal het eerste onderdeel dat je moet vervangen, jammer dat de handleiding of website er niks van zegt. Als je twijfelt, zoek je de technische fiche op van je machine. Daar staan part numbers op van alles, inclusief de o-ringen. Of je gaat naar een site zoals Fixpart of Fiyo, dan vind je ook wat je zoekt.

[@ervin1303]

Nu mai cumpăr niciodată gaggia, am dat pe el aproximativ 650euro si după doi ani si jumătate a început să se strice, prima dată garnitura rosie de la unitate, după asta sa ars un senzor de temperatură, la cateva zile nu se mai vede nimic pe ecran.

[@youtobasco]

Thank you

[@oscarortiztorres9376]

Excelente video, de mucha ayuada.

[@DManzaluni]

Is there any difference between (1) putting a spoonful of citric acid in the water reservoir and running it through, and (2) putting that spoonful in the ground coffee aperture? Is there anywhere in the machine where the water supply can become contaminated with old bitter coffee grounds which ISN'T reached by the second method?

[@Christophe.C]

Thanks for the video! I find WD40 really does the job! 😂😂 JOKING!

[@Vanchu90]

Are you sure this procedure is not adding lubricant to your coffee??? It seems it is lubricating the places where water hoses are connected and water(coffee) flows through!?!

[@box4aza]

Thanks!

[@RobertHotchkin]

I was super excited to get A Gaggia Brera but it has been a super finicky and disappointing machine. Latest problem is empty dregs light won’t turn off and machine will not make espresso now. Have done everything I’ve been told should clear the issue but nothing has worked. Highly recommend going with a different machine for espresso at home.

[@GaggiaUkElland]

You need to keep the dreg drawer out for about 10 seconds and the sign on the display will change to ask you to insert the dreg drawer. If not call us on 01422 372554, if you are in the UK.

[@RobertHotchkin]

Hi. I kept it out for several minutes and it still won’t turn off.

[@RobertHotchkin]

I will try your customer service #. Thanks so much for your reply.

[@GaggiaUkElland]

@@RobertHotchkin Please call us or email us at [e-mail] if you need help.

[@mehmetdemirx]

you have lubricated the parts that doesnt need to.. according to philips which use the same brew unit.. the grey small part, spindle at the bottom is seen from two sides of the brew unit.. from both sides u must lubricate.. and the guides where the mecanisim slides

[@saltydogsusa6382]

I have a Philips unit as well. Manual doesn't say anything about lubricating all the parts that this video suggests. When the machine was new the brew unit was not lubricated by the factory to extent shown here.

[@jonaskei1399]

Can I use olive oil instead?

[@미옹이저장소]

thanks you!!!

[@S_I_E_P_]

but that unit is covered in coffee grounds every week

[@shahusins.3267]

Where can I get the lubricat oil

[@DJKnol1977]

Excellent video, ty! Just a question. It says lubricate every 500 cups. Does a big coffee count as one cup? Because I'm drinking 3 to 4 of those each day, so it's safe to lubricate each (500/4) 125 days? Which is 4 months instead of 1?! :)

[@Sangoreborn]

Ive made about 3500coffees in 3 years ( we are two using it) , and I have only lubricated it once, due for 2nd time, so you're technically good up to at least 1750 coffees.....

[@Ratalala]

I don’t really see the point 🤷🏻‍♂️ People wash this part at least once a week Lubricant dissolves in water So why do this every 500 uses?

[@znatiah1796]

Merci 👍

[@user9b2]

Use a cotton Q-tip or your finger so you do not scratch the plastic.

[@euci3207]

This almost makes me want to buy a semi automatic

[@jacquelinelavergne381]

Traduire en français merci

[@ridelive6249]

It's an overkill. Nowhere Phillips says to lubricate all the yellow stuff.

[@Allemaalpannenkoeken]

They didn’t tell me I have to be a mechanic to buy this machine🤕🤬

[@cobra-he9xj]

Just make sure to get the two slides and the pin as per the manual and you should be fine. Those are the areas with the most friction. You do NOT need to actuate the assembly to lubricate the group. That just aides those who are interested in the operation because generally any moving part or bearing surface/guide can benefit from lube. So seeing parts in motion and noting where they "rub" can assist with your educational journey. But don't sweat it.

[@tenplus1025]

Better hope the machine is maintained. If you gotta send it in, might as well buy another machine, if you are fortunate enough to live in the land of milk and honey. Shipping costs will kill you!!

[@domidsm15]

Malísima esta pieza, no puede fallar más, muy difícil de sacar para limpiar

[@BmwAlfa123]

6:01 Thats what she said...

[@ozzmosisv5]

Don't follow this. Some parts indicated in this video shouldn't be lubricated. For example at 4:30 and 4:42