Practical knowledge from our workshop: error codes, maintenance, common faults and what you can check yourself before booking a service.
The warranty on a Monsieur Cuisine — the so-called Lidlomix — runs for 2 or 3 years, depending on the model and the offer you bought it in. That is only the start of the answer, because whether a repair is free comes down to the cause of the fault and the route you take, not to the calendar alone.
Monsieur Cuisine warranty and complaints →
The bowl is one of the most important parts of a Monsieur Cuisine. It is what meets high temperatures, blades, moisture and detergents day after day. Proper care not only extends its life but also reduces the risk of expensive repairs to the whole appliance.
Caring for the Monsieur Cuisine bowl →
Is your automatic coffee machine serving lukewarm coffee? Here is how to rescue your morning and get rid of the cold-coffee problem for good.
Cold coffee? Fix it →
For many of us, aromatic coffee from the machine is not just a good drink but a ritual the day cannot start without. Nothing tastes as good, or wakes you up as effectively, as coffee made from freshly ground beans. That makes a grinder that refuses to grind a real problem. What can cause a grinder fault in an automatic coffee machine, and how do you fix it? That is what this article is about.
Grinder fault →
The brew unit is one of the key components of every espresso machine. If you want to keep enjoying tasty, aromatic coffee, it pays to look after its condition.
Brew unit refurbishment →
An espresso machine at home or in the office is a real pleasure for any coffee lover. But to enjoy the full taste and aroma of your favourite brew, you also need the right coffee. In this article we try to answer the question: which coffee works best in an espresso machine?
Which coffee for your machine →
A machine that dispenses too little coffee is not just annoying — it is a sign that the appliance is not working correctly. Unfortunately it is a fairly common problem. Here is what you can do when your coffee machine pours less than it should.
Too little coffee →
If you own a coffee machine, you are probably aware that it may need repairing at some point. How do you choose a good repair service and avoid regretting it later?
Choosing a repair service →
An automatic coffee machine that will not draw water can be frustrating, but it is often a fault that is easy to clear with a few simple steps. In this article we go through several possible causes and how to fix them.
Machine not drawing water →
Has the coffee from your automatic machine started tasting too sour? There are ways to improve it and go back to enjoying a great cup. Here are a few tips that will help you get the taste right.
Sour-tasting coffee? Fix it →
Find out what the possible causes are. Learn how to fix a leaking coffee machine yourself, or request a free repair estimate.
Water under the machine — what to do →
Do you own an automatic coffee machine and want it to keep running reliably? Find out which maintenance tasks you need to remember so that your machine brews delicious, aromatic coffee every day.
How to look after your machine →
Take care of the water you use to brew coffee in your automatic machine. Find out how often the water filter should be replaced so you can enjoy delicious, aromatic coffee and protect your machine from breaking down.
How often to change the filter →
Find out what the individual error codes and messages on a Jura machine mean, and how to deal with them — which problems you can sort out yourself, and which will need a professional repair.
Check Jura error codes →
Is your coffee machine running loudly? Find out what might be causing it and how to fix excessive noise from an automatic coffee machine yourself.
Fix a noisy coffee machine →
Do you love milk-based coffees but your automatic machine will not froth milk? Find out what the causes might be and how to fix milk frothing problems in an automatic coffee machine.
Why the frother stopped working →
A sudden fault or an error on your Nivona machine's display can ruin your mood and take all the pleasure out of making coffee. What should you do, and does every fault call for a service visit? Which Nivona problems can you fix at home?
Check Nivona error codes →
Thinking about replacing your coffee machine with a newer model? Or planning to buy your first one? Not sure which type will suit your home or business? Below you will find a few practical tips and suggestions on what to consider when choosing a coffee machine — they may well make the decision easier.
Which coffee machine to choose →