Low pressure / watery espresso on the Keurig K-Elite

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The espresso is watery with little crema, often from a clogged portafilter or stale grounds.

How to fix Low pressure / watery espresso

Clean the portafilter

Remove and clean the portafilter basket and group head to restore pressure.

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Difficulty: ★ Est. 5 min

Use a finer grind

Grind finer and tamp evenly to build proper pressure.

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Difficulty: ★ Est. 3 min

Replacement parts for the Keurig K-Elite

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