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Jack Straw Posted on Mar 18, 2009

Saeco Magic Comfort Plus still producing steam in "off" position.

I steamed some milk for cappuccinos and when I turned the knob to the "off" position, steam kept coming out of the wand. Eventually it stopped, but when I went to push for a shot of espresso, the machine shut itself off. No amount of fiddling with the on/off switch could get it to come back on.

This morning the machine fired right up, and, again, after I steamed a small cup of milk, the steamer kept steaming, and no amount of turning the knob could get it to stop producing steam. Again, it did stop on its own, and, again, the machine shut itself off.

I am assuming there is a valve or seal not completely closing that is allowing the steam to keep coming, and it is, also, leaking a bit of water causing the machine to shut down.

Is this something I can fix, or is a trip to a repair center necessary.

Thanks!

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Mine was doing something similar. There is a leaf switch that is actuated by turning the steam knob. On my machine, that leaf switch was sticking in the closed position. I took it out and cleaned it and now it turns off immediately.

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This may be something you can fix. It depends on your comfort level with mechanical repairs. You probably need to replace some o-rings in the steam valve. Don't keep trying to brew or steam because leaking water or steam inside may cause an electrical short. Decide if you want to delve into the repair, or locate a repair center near you. I could put you in touch with some.

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