Hi I have a Krups EA8050 and it keeps saying "empty the two containers", than going to autotest, than back again. No cofee. Once in a while I get technical error 12. What can I do?

It can cause problems if it doesn't work correctly. To test the thermostat in a drip coffee maker: Step 1: Unplug the unit, empty excess water from the reservoir, turn the unit over, and remove the base. ... Step 3: If defective, remove and replace the thermostat with one of the same rating.

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It says Contact service center if you removed the water filter and the error is still coming up.
They refuse to give a better answer than just to let it be repaired by them.

Did you completely finish the descale process. On the models I'm familiar with you run thru the descale doing every step it requests then refill the tank and run thru the rinsing process until it ends completely. As far as I know there is no reset for errors, the problem needs to be located and fixed. I have no idea what the unplug icon may be indicating.

Hi, i had similar problem on my Krups. Inner star plastic part which remove powdered coffee is maybe damaged. You need to replace or overhaul your grinder or you can replace inner star plastic part by yourself. Coffee grinder spare repair part plastic inner star Krups Mhle...

Take it in to your Krups service agent, something is going to need replacing and they are by no means a simple machine to work on. You will fix nothing from the outside, it will need to be pulled apart.

your temperature sensor is off. Good Luck

Joseph

In order to keep your Tassimo machine operational at full order, it is important to descale it every three months. Descaling products are widely available from stores that sell coffeemakers and espresso machines. Be sure that the product you buy to descale your Tassimo machine is intended for this specific use only. Mix the descaling product directly in the water container, following the instructions provided on the descaling packaging. Then replace the water container on the machine. Place a large cup or mug on the cup stand, insert the cleaning disc, bar code down and close the brew mechanism. As soon as the AUTO light illuminates, press and release the start/stop button. This will fill the brew cycle with descaling solution. Empty the cup and let the machine stand for 15 minutes. Then open the brew mechanism and close it again, leaving the cleaning disc in place. Repeat this step two more times for maximum descaling effectiveness.

Discard the remaining descaling agent from the water container, rinse it well and refill with fresh, cold water. Clean the machine by flushing water through it in the same manner and emptying the cup as it fills. Make sure that all the descaling solution has been completely rinsed away, and then flush two full water containers through the machine before using it again. Remove the cleaning disc, rinse and refill the water container and your Tassimo machine is ready to use. Also, before you descale your Tassimo machine, always unplug it. Also, never immerse the appliance in water and nor should you use abrasive cleaning products or scouring materials on any part of your Tassimo machine. This method works for most espresso machines, including some of these popular models: the DeLonghi Magnifica EAM3200S, DeLonghi Magnifica ESAM4200S, DeLonghi Perfecta ESAM5400, Gaggia 74507BCN Classic, Krups EA8080 Espresseria Automatic, DeLonghi PrimaDonna ESAM6600, the BC0255 DeLonghi coffee machine and the Krups Nespresso CititZ XN 7006.

With the selector buttons find Descaling and press OK
This process takes about 35 minutes

1. Empty the water tank, drip tray and grounds container.
2. Insert tray and grounds container, refill tank with with 0.5 Lt. of water and add descaling agent (not the pill or powder used for clean cycle) to tank. Make sure its completely dissolved.
3. Place a container or cup under the steam wand large enough to hold 0.5 lt.

Display says Descaling and press OK
4. Press the water button

Display says Descaling in Progress
after the descaling agent is exhausted

Display says Empty Drip Tray and Spent Grounds
5 Also remove rinse and refill the water tank to Max line
6. Press the water button again

Display says Descaling in Progress
after the machine stops
7. Empty the drip tray and spent. ground container and replace
Display says Rinse Press OK
Display says Appliance Ready

In essence go to Descaling Press OK and follow the directions as they are displayed.

With the selector buttons find Descaling and press OK
This process takes about 35 minutes

1. Empty the water tank, drip tray and grounds container.
2. Insert tray and grounds container, refill tank with with 0.5 Lt. of water and add descaling agent (not the pill or powder used for clean cycle) to tank. Make sure its completely dissolved.
3. Place a container or cup under the steam wand large enough to hold 0.5 lt.

Display says Descaling and press OK
4. Press the water button

Display says Descaling in Progress
after the descaling agent is exhausted

Display says Empty Drip Tray and Spent Grounds
5 Also remove rinse and refill the water tank to Max line
6. Press the water button again

Display says Descaling in Progress
after the machine stops
7. Empty the drip tray and spent. ground container and replace
Display says Rinse Press OK
Display says Appliance Ready

In essence go to Descaling Press OK and follow the directions as they are displayed.

I know that this machine is sensitive with the lids needing to be securely fastened (both the top and the plastic catch bottom container) maybe that is it.