The red light is On in my Tassimo coffee maker
- All three lights are On. It can be for two reasons: you haven’t reset or initialised the brewer, or the capsule is incorrectly placed inside the brewing unit.
- Cup-Shaped indicator: Red light does not go out. ...
- Water tank red light. ...
- Descaler warning: Red light flashes. ...
- My Tassimo coffee machine has several lights On at once. ...
What does the red light mean on my Bosch Tassimo coffee machine?
A red light indicates you need to descale your Bosch TASSIMO coffee machine. The descaling indicator light is, for most TASSIMO machines, the bottom light. It’s a spray icon or it says ‘calc’. Please descale immediately when the red indicator light is on or when it starts flashing.
Do I need to descale my Bosch Tassimo coffee machine?
As soon as the red light is on, descaling your Bosch TASSIMO coffee machine is required. You need to descale your TASSIMO machine approximately 4 times per year. It takes about 30 minutes to fully clean an descale your machine. The descaling indicator light is, for the most TASSIMO machines, the bottom light.
Why is my Tassimo coffee machine not working?
Water is not flowing 1. My TASSIMO coffee machine is not working and none of the LEDs are lighting Your coffee machine might be in idle mode or it might be having power issues. Press the Start/Stop button to start the machine again. Is this not working? Check if the machine has power supply.
Why does the water tank light on my Tassimo machine light up?
The water tank light on my TASSIMO machine lights up When the icon with the tank and the water tap (the water tank display) lights up, there is not enough water in the tank. Please fill your tank with fresh, cold water as far as the max mark. Reinsert the water tank.
What does the red light on my Bosch coffee machine mean?
A red light indicates you need to descale your Bosch TASSIMO coffee machine. The descaling indicator light is, for most TASSIMO machines, the bottom light. It’s a spray icon or it says ‘calc’. Please descale immediately when the red indicator light is on or when it starts flashing.
What are the lights on a Tassimo coffee machine?
Every TASSIMO coffee machine has Display LED lights to communicate its’ status and needs. Most machines have three lights: the status display (cup), water tank display (tank with water tap) and the descale display (spray or ‘calc’). Please check the manual of your specific coffee machine to find where each light can be found. We’ll walk you through all the lights and what you should do.
Why is my coffee machine not flowing?
Water is not flowing. If your coffee machine sounds like preparing your drink, but nothing is in your cup, there is probably something with your water tank. First check if the tank is inserted correctly. If the thank is in the right place, check the water float. If stuck, clean the water tank and free the float.
What does the T-Disc do when your coffee is small?
When your coffee is smaller than expected, your cup is not entirely filled or it’s too much, you can adapt the quantity next time. The barcode on the T DISC provides the recommended volume for every beverage selected. This volume can also be adapted to personal requirements, whether you would like more or less coffee.
How to fix a coffee machine that is not working?
Your coffee machine might be in idle mode or it might be having power issues. Press the Start/Stop button to start the machine again . Is this not working? Check if the machine has power supply. Unplug, wait at least 10 seconds and re-insert the plug into the socket. Is your machine not working, while the lights are on? Please check 3.
What does the Bosch Tassimo coffee maker light mean?
Bosch Tassimo coffee makers will have an alert light that turns on when it is time to descale. For most machines, it will be the bottom light. It will either look like the spraying icon featured above or it will say ‘calc’ (short for “decalcify”, another way to describe descaling).
Why is my Tassimo water tank light flashing?
If you ever see both the descale indicator light and the fill water tank indicator light flashing at the same time, it means there is a machine error. It is recommended that you use the ON / OFF switch to turn the machine off. Wait for five minutes and then turn the machine on. If the lights stopped flashing, you are all set to use your machine. However, if they are still flashing you will need to contact Tassimo support.
How many tablets are in a Tassimo descaler?
The official descaling tablets from Tassimo are a safe, easy and effective way to clean your machine. Each tablet is powerful enough to remove any buildup of limescale and calcium deposits. Just use two tablets during each descaling cycle. Each pack contains four tablets, so enough for two uses. For most users, that is a six month supply.
Is a Bosch coffee maker toxic?
The water used to brew your coffee has minerals that build up inside your Bosch Tassimo coffee machine. These are not toxic but they can impact the flow, temperature and performance of your coffee maker. They can affect the taste of your cup of coffee too. Your Tassimo will alert you that it is time to remove this mineral buildup by flashing a red light. This process is known as descaling. When done often, descaling can help extend the life of your brewer. Keep reading to learn how to descale Tassimo coffee makers.
Where is the service T disc on a coffee maker?
Take the Service T Disc, usually found in a storage compartment along the bottom of the machine. Open up the brew head and place the T Disc with the barcode facing down where you would usually put a coffee pod.
Can you use vinegar on a Tassimo coffee machine?
You should not descale your Tassimo coffee machine with vinegar. White vinegar contains 5-8% acetic acid and apple cider has 5-6%. This type of acid can wear down metal and cause your machine to leak. Vinegar is also not effective in remove oils left by coffee beans.
Why is the red light on my Tassimo blocking my coffee maker?
The red light on the Tassimo coffee maker is a sign that it needs to be descaled. This is an important procedure for prolonging its shelf life, ensuring its optimal functioning and not altering the taste of the coffee. Bosch has incorporated an automatic maintenance system that alerts you when it is time to descale.
How do I resolve my red light problem on my Tassimo?
As mentioned previously, it is not, a priori, a failure of your machine but a signal to perform maintenance on your coffee maker. Let's see together the detailed procedure for descaling your Tassimo coffee maker.
Nothing to do, my Tassimo still does not work, what should I do?
If, after following our descaling procedure, your Tassimo coffee maker still does not work, you have two solutions left before disposal.
How long does it take to clean a tassimo machine?
It takes about 30 minutes to fully clean an descale your machine. The descaling indicator light is, for the most TASSIMO machines, the bottom light. It’s either a spray icon or it says ‘calc’. Please start the descaling programme as soon as possible when the red light is on, or when it starts flashing.
What is a tassimo tablet?
Each TASSIMO descaling tablet removes limescale residue and calcium deposits from your coffee machine, so that it remains in the best condition to create delicious drinks for years.
Why do you descale a coffee machine?
All coffee machines are susceptible to limescale build-up, which might damage them. The descaling cycle will remove any limescale, residue and calcium deposits.
Can you use vinegar on a Tassimo coffee machine?
Descaling your TASSIMO is effortless and effective when you use products that are designed for your TASSIMO coffee machine. TASSIMO recommends to only use the official TASSIMO by Bosch descaling tablets. Never use vinegar or acetic acid-based descalers, these can harm your machine and the taste of your drinks.
