Francis Francis! X1 tripping GFCI outlets

[DJ]

My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?

Regards,
Derek

[lockjaw]

Post by DJ
My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?
Regards,
Derek

Unplugged and with an ohmeter, check for any resistance between the
either of the heater element lugs to the body of the machine.

if there is anything other than infinite or in the millions of ohms
this may be it.

also water leaks can cause this.


dave

saeco / gaggia service SE

[Coffee for Connoisseurs]

Post by DJ
common solution like
replacing the heating element?

Got it right first go!

[lockjaw]

On May 27, 3:19 am, "Coffee for Connoisseurs"

Post by Coffee for Connoisseurs

Post by DJ
common solution like
replacing the heating element?

Got it right first go!
--
Alan

Really alan?

since my experience is far more broad than yours, I can say that
SUPERS ie Gaggia Saeco etc. or HX machines after being shipped and
water remains will trip GFI if there is an internal WATER leak. O
rings, hose, etc. and NOT due to boiler or heater.

that's the problem with B.S. advice:

The poor, unwary poster may spend good $$$ for parts that DO NOT FIX
the problem. but then, it is not YOUR money, is it alan??

dave

[lockjaw]

Post by DJ
My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?
Regards,
Derek

replace the whole thing! IMHO

NOT just the heater

:-)

[Joe Todd]

I used to use a Francis Francis. On two separate occasions I had the same
problem as you describe. Both were caused by an internal leak. The first
occasion was several months after purchase, and the second was several more
months after the repair by an independent repair shop in Seattle.

Good Luck!

Post by DJ
My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?
Regards,
Derek

[lockjaw]

Post by Joe Todd
I used to use a Francis Francis. On two separate occasions I had the same
problem as you describe. Both were caused by an internal leak. The first
occasion was several months after purchase, and the second was several more
months after the repair by an independent repair shop in Seattle.
Good Luck!

Post by DJ
My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?
Regards,
Derek

And NOT the heating element?

Dave

[Joe Todd]

Right! The problem was solved both times, although only for a few months
duration, by a gasket replacement. Unfortunately it's been over 4 years so
I don't recall what gasket.

I made about 10 - 15 brews per week, so the machine saw a fair amount of
use.

Post by lockjaw

Post by Joe Todd
I used to use a Francis Francis. On two separate occasions I had the same
problem as you describe. Both were caused by an internal leak. The first
occasion was several months after purchase, and the second was several more
months after the repair by an independent repair shop in Seattle.
Good Luck!

Post by DJ
My Francis Francis! X1 espresso machine has recently started tripping
the GFCI outlets in my kitchen. Has anyone else had this problem?
Any techs out there that know if there might be a common solution like
replacing the heating element?
Regards,
Derek

And NOT the heating element?
Dave