Gaggia Brera, Cadorna, and Velasca: Priming the Pump

by Whole Latte Love 3 min read Updated: November 14, 2025

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This article outlines how to force prime a Gaggia Cadorna, Velasca, or Brera espresso machine when it cannot automatically pull water during startup. This issue—often displayed as “Filling Water Circuit,” “Ventilate,” or a similar message—typically happens when a pump becomes dry-locked after long storage or when a machine is first unboxed.