Krups Pump Espresso Machine with Precise Tamp System
Inspired by experts and demanding consumers with uncompromising standards of performance and quality, krups products have been built with three key attributes in mind: passion, precision and perfection. Be you own barista with krups' xp5240 precise tamp espresso machine. The precise tamp system extracts a perfect cup every time for a delicious espresso, latte or cappuccino. The 1400w thermo block system pre-heats twice as fast and is resistant to lime scale buildup. Fail-proof tamp system can be set for one or two cups, and universal filter holds ground coffee, ese or soft pods. Clean up is simple thanks to a new easy- clean froth nozzle and no-mess filter cake ejection system. Available at Homevillage Kitchen Store. www.homevillage.us Video Rating: 4 / 5
Same thing happens to me! In fact the actual gasket of the nozzle already cracked due to the heat so I can't froth my milk anymore. The auto-tamp feature is okay, but sometimes the coffee needs to be tamped further so I have to push harder. Now the handle on the filter is slightly wobbly. Well, the thing is pretty old though. And this thing's pretty cheap compared to other machines but pulls decent shots. So I guess this is okay afterall.
Don't remove the nozzle after installing except to replace it. It requires a tight seal that is weakened even if you simply turn the wand around the rubber attachment. Always clean by wiping off the wand and steaming a small cup of water under it. Don't use too much at a time or it will overheat the plastic. When it breaks, always replace all removable components(nozzle and the part that screws onto the metal).
Hi How is it with your Krups coffee machine now? I bought one 3 months ago and the nozzle just kept on rushes off during frothing. I think the pressure is not stable inside and when it gets too strong then the tube get too hot and plastic malfunctions somehow. Now I am scrared everyday when I am making coffee about this!
Hi How is it with your Krups coffee machine now? I bought one 3 months ago and the nozzle just kept on rushes off during frothing. I think the pressure is not stable inside and when it gets too strong then the tube get too hot and plastic malfunctions somehow. Now I am scrared everyday when I am making coffee about this!
I use the machine almost everyday and the nozzle broke within the first week. I then read up on the problem and ordered/paid for 2 new ones for £23.90 + delievery.
I am now down to the last of these 3 nozzles (the heat is too much for the type of plastic used and eventually splits at the top and steam pours out). I am not really prepared to spend £23.90 every other month just for my milk frother to work correctly. I have asked Krups to send me a replacement, but haven't heard anything back.
I don't like the plastic tip of steamer. most of espresso machine has metal tips because plastic produce some environemental hormones in hot temperature. They don't have any common sense..
I agree that the steam nozzle is kinda cheap. Mine broke off when I ran it empty to test to see if it was clogged - a normal thing to do with a counter-top espresso machine for cleaning - and it just broke off. What happens is the heat weakens the plastic too much. However I think if you clean it diligently(no manual was available when we bought it and had to guess, really) you can make it last longer but I'm sure that it needs replacement every 6 months or so.
I received this product as a gift, and I would not recommend it to anyone. Do not purchase this machine. The froth nozzle attachment is faulty. It relies on 3 plastic snap claws that aren't up to the task. The nozzle keeps shooting off due to steam pressure and eventually one of the plastic claws breaks. Do your research on this product and you will see I'm not making this up.
made in china... Is that why there are so many complaints on amazon?
ReplyDeleteSame thing happens to me! In fact the actual gasket of the nozzle already cracked due to the heat so I can't froth my milk anymore. The auto-tamp feature is okay, but sometimes the coffee needs to be tamped further so I have to push harder. Now the handle on the filter is slightly wobbly. Well, the thing is pretty old though. And this thing's pretty cheap compared to other machines but pulls decent shots. So I guess this is okay afterall.
ReplyDeleteDon't remove the nozzle after installing except to replace it. It requires a tight seal that is weakened even if you simply turn the wand around the rubber attachment. Always clean by wiping off the wand and steaming a small cup of water under it. Don't use too much at a time or it will overheat the plastic. When it breaks, always replace all removable components(nozzle and the part that screws onto the metal).
ReplyDeletesame problem here! frothing nozzle rushes off too often!
ReplyDeleteHi How is it with your Krups coffee machine now? I bought one 3 months ago and the nozzle just kept on rushes off during frothing. I think the pressure is not stable inside and when it gets too strong then the tube get too hot and plastic malfunctions somehow. Now I am scrared everyday when I am making coffee about this!
ReplyDeleteHi How is it with your Krups coffee machine now? I bought one 3 months ago and the nozzle just kept on rushes off during frothing. I think the pressure is not stable inside and when it gets too strong then the tube get too hot and plastic malfunctions somehow. Now I am scrared everyday when I am making coffee about this!
ReplyDeleteIf you believe your product is defective call 1-800-526-5377 for the address of the nearest authorized Krups Service Center.)
ReplyDeletecrappy shit! the nozzle rushes off by steam every week and at the same time I have a milk shower! What the fuck shall I do! want the money back!
ReplyDeleteMachine is Made in China . Krups offers a 2 year manufacturer warranty on this product.
ReplyDeleteAnyone knows machine made in China?
ReplyDeleteI use the machine almost everyday and the nozzle broke within the first week. I then read up on the problem and ordered/paid for 2 new ones for £23.90 + delievery.
ReplyDeleteI am now down to the last of these 3 nozzles (the heat is too much for the type of plastic used and eventually splits at the top and steam pours out). I am not really prepared to spend £23.90 every other month just for my milk frother to work correctly. I have asked Krups to send me a replacement, but haven't heard anything back.
I don't like the plastic tip of steamer.
ReplyDeletemost of espresso machine has metal tips
because plastic produce some environemental hormones in hot temperature.
They don't have any common sense..
I agree that the steam nozzle is kinda cheap. Mine broke off when I ran it empty to test to see if it was clogged - a normal thing to do with a counter-top espresso machine for cleaning - and it just broke off. What happens is the heat weakens the plastic too much. However I think if you clean it diligently(no manual was available when we bought it and had to guess, really) you can make it last longer but I'm sure that it needs replacement every 6 months or so.
ReplyDeleteI can't live a day with my cup of coffee! I got some good blend tips at coffeeloverstipsandtricks (.) com
ReplyDeleteAs of January 2011 . All KRUPS products come with a 2 year manufacturer warranty.
ReplyDeleteI received this product as a gift, and I would not recommend it to anyone. Do not purchase this machine. The froth nozzle attachment is faulty. It relies on 3 plastic snap claws that aren't up to the task. The nozzle keeps shooting off due to steam pressure and eventually one of the plastic claws breaks. Do your research on this product and you will see I'm not making this up.
ReplyDeletewhat group/song is this playing?
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