Coffee machine contact thermostats:
When do I replace the coffee machine thermostat?
- You should replace the thermostat if are not getting enough steam
- You should replace the thermostat if the coffee tastes cold or tastes burnt
How long should a thermostat last?
- Thermostats have a finite life. They last typically 3-4 years before they lose their accuracy and they can be damaged over time.
Do I need special tools to change a thermostat ?
- You don't need special tools to change an M4 contact thermostat, however, a thermal paste will ensure quicker and more accurate results.
What types of thermostats are used on a coffee machine?
- Typically most coffee machines use a 4mm, screw-in, contact thermostat.
- Some use the Klykton thermostat - this is not screwed on but held with a bracket.
How do coffee machine thermostats work?
When the correct temperature is reached - the bimetal strip contracts and breaks the circuit, causing the temperature to fall. A coffee machine thermostat is a switch that controls the temperature in a heating element device.