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Low pressure / watery espresso on the Basics Amazon Basics 30 cm x 600 cm

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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.

Source: Reddit r/espresso — coffee machine troubleshooting Confidence: 60% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 5 min

Parts needed: Basics Amazon Basics 30 cm x 600 cm Portafilter, Basics Amazon Basics 30 cm x 600 cm Filter Basket

Use a finer grind

Grind finer and tamp evenly to build proper pressure.

Source: Reddit r/espresso — coffee machine troubleshooting Confidence: 60% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 3 min

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