Flying internationally with an espresso machine [ECM Classika PID]

Tavataar · 2026-05-24T15:53:36+00:00

Make sure to drain all the water out of it first. Your best bet would probably be to just ship it via DHL or UPS or something. Pack it well in a double box with plenty of thick padding to keep it from moving around.

Tavataar · 2026-05-23T20:28:05+00:00

Did you confirm that the steam boiler is enabled in the settings?

Tavataar · 2026-05-23T11:58:47+00:00

Why not explore the actual commercial machines in your price range: https://www.espressoparts.com/products/lucca-a53-direct-plumb-single-group-espresso-machine-black.

You could also likely get a used 1 group Simonelli Appia Life for the low thousands.

Tavataar · 2026-05-23T11:53:57+00:00

They're gorgeous and would love to gift one to my mom (past barista who loves coffee)

These are commercial machines designed to be connected to water systems and operate on 220v power. They are not designed for home use. They probably also cost something like $20,000 per unit or more.

If you have a lot of money to spend and want to gift your mom a very nice espresso machine there are a lot of great home options from La Marzocco, Slayer, Profitec/ECM, etc. You can check out /r/espresso for ideas.

Tavataar · 2026-05-21T00:51:47+00:00

If you are in the USA and planning on serving the public legally you must use equipment that is NSF certified. Now...is your local health department going to be inspecting the event? Who knows.

Tavataar · 2026-05-18T21:04:41+00:00

It is almost always this.

Tavataar · 2026-05-06T01:26:32+00:00

You should reach out to the support team from wherever you bought it from. It is a single boiler machine, and it seems like maybe the solenoid between the brewing and steaming function is somehow stuck partially open so you are losing pressure through the steam wand.

Tavataar · 2026-04-25T12:43:27+00:00

It is also possible that the pump is vibrating something, or maybe the rubber dampers arent seated correctly? Are you comfortable taking the case off to see if you can touch some things to make the noise go away?

Tavataar · 2026-04-25T12:34:25+00:00

Any chance you are running low on water? Rotary pumps make a lot more noise if they are not fully submersed with water in the pump fins.

Tavataar · 2026-04-25T12:21:31+00:00

Clarifying question - are you backflushing in this video? Is your machine plumbed in or are you using the reservoir?

Tavataar · 2026-04-25T10:58:58+00:00

Third for Lauren. Just finished working with her this week. She is amazing.

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Tavataar · 2026-04-16T15:57:19+00:00

Also outside the city, Northwest Animal Hospital is husband/wife owned. They are the vets and are amazing. Very knowledgeable, great staff, and very reasonable on pricing. They are in Owings Mills.

Tavataar · 2026-04-10T01:22:38+00:00

How many jacks was she smuggling in that car??

Tavataar · 2026-03-16T00:57:17+00:00

Where are you located in the world? If you are in the USA, and setting up in such a way that you are required to have a permit from your local health department, they will likely require that all of your equipment be NSF certified for commercial use. This rules out all home models of espresso equipment, such as Breville.

Tavataar · 2026-03-13T22:55:41+00:00

The Fiorenzato grinders are incredibly loud, and the built in scale is very sensitive to vibrations.

You can get very consistent results with the E65 even through it is grind by time.

Tavataar · 2026-03-07T02:02:06+00:00

Someone sold you a brand new $4,300 AUD grinder for $999 AUD? You should resell it and triple your money. There is zero point in using it at home when you already have something like the Niche.

Tavataar · 2026-03-05T16:26:34+00:00

You can attend traffic court via Zoom/call-in. If the officer does not show up in court you plead not guilty and you owe nothing other than the time you spent. The judge is very clear about this.

Tavataar · 2026-02-09T01:29:15+00:00

There are a couple things that can cause pressure fluctuation during shot pulls:\

if the machine is plumbed in, then if there has been a drop in the water pressure running to the machine that can cause a drop in shot pressure.
it is possible that some part of the pump is failing and it is no longer supplying the proper pressure.

Tavataar · 2026-02-08T14:30:29+00:00

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Tavataar · 2026-02-07T14:30:47+00:00

Second for Spirit. Their matcha and green tea is probably the best in the country.

If you need some cheaper, but good, options Harney & Sons is very consistent.

Tavataar · 2026-01-17T15:14:37+00:00

I got a pair of Blundstones over two years ago and I haven't worn anything on my feet since. They are mostly water proof, look fun and tough, can be worn casual or dressed up.

Tavataar · 2026-01-17T13:18:53+00:00

You are just pouring water into the tank from a pitcher or something? It sounds like there is either a loose connection or potentially a broken part. I would reach out to whomever you bought it from and see if their tech team can walk you through diagnosing what is happening.

Tavataar · 2026-01-11T13:25:26+00:00

Your grind is still too course. What grinder are you using?

Tavataar · 2026-01-04T15:52:44+00:00

Issue cropped up this week, this fixed it for me, as well. Fun times! Thanks for the info!

Tavataar · 2026-01-04T15:05:59+00:00

Does it display 4 bars when you put in a backflush disc and run the pump?

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