Gaggia Velasca
The Gaggia Velasca is an Italian made super-automatic espresso machine that offers unbeatable drink customization options for the money and is perfect for someone looking for convenient and exceptional espresso.
Categories
- Startup and Use
- Training and Tutorials
- Brew Unit
- Screen Messages and Codes
- Repairs and Replacement Guides
- Flow
- Grinder
- Leaks
- Screen Messages
Initial Setup and First Use
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Getting Started
Learn all about what is included with your machine, how to setup features and customizations, and even some advanced level tips and tricks to get the most out of your machine!
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Hopper Lid Error
Magnet or Sensor Issue
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Repeat Priming Request
Flow Meter Issue
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Wand Frothing
Frothing Issues
Tutorials
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Brewing Tutorial
Learn how to program and brew espresso or coffee beverages on your machine.
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Carafe Tutorial
Learn how to make milk drinks using the carafe
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Hardware and Usage
Learn how to use the basic components of your machine and how to use it.
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Prestige User Manual
Download the Prestige version of your machine's user manual
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Priming the Pump
Learn how to manually prime the pump on your espresso machine. New machines or machines that are inactive for more than a few days may need some help getting primed.
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User Manual
Download the user manual for the standard version of your machine.
Tutorials
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Automatic Calibration
Learn about the Self-Adjusting System your machine uses to keep the grinder calibrated automatically.
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Brew Unit Maintenance
Check out your machine's user manual for the included brew unit cleaning instructions. We recommend removing the brew unit on a weekly basis for a quick cleaning to keep your machine in tip-top shape!
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Brewing Temperature
What to expect for your brewing temperature.
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Bypass Brewing Tutorial
How to use the bypass brewing feature on your machine. Great for brewing decaf!
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Gaggia Coffee Clean Tablets
Learn how to use the Gaggia Coffee Clean Tablets in your machine. Your machine may have an automatic system built in. If so, you can follow along with on screen instructions. Check your machine's main menu or cleaning menu!
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Grinder Adjustment
Learn how to make adjustments to the built-in grinder on your machine. Whenever making adjustments, allow for a few brews and the Self-Adjusting System will re-calibrate your grinder automatically!
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Refurbishment Overview
The refurbishment process explained. No refurbished machine purchased through Whole Latte Love will have been in use by a customer for more than the initial 30 day return period.
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Tech Menu Walkthrough
Learn how to use the tech menu on your machine. Check out your buttons, screen, micro-switches and sensors, and much more!
Error Codes
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Dreg Light Error
Sensor issue
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E03
Brew Unit Blocked in Work
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E04
Brew Unit Blocked in Home
Service Door Popping Open
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Mechanical Issue
Learn what to check if the drip tray is popping out or the service door will not stay closed.
Codes By Number
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Code Walkthrough
Understand the various codes and messages displayed on your machine's screen. If you don't see an article for the code you're looking for, check out this article.
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E01
Grinder Blockage or Motor Failure
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E02
Grinder Not Getting Power
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E03, E04, or E16
E03 or E04 means the brew unit is blocked in home or work position. E16 refers to the brew unit sensor. Learn how to determine what this code means on your machine.
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E04
Brew Unit Blocked in Home
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E06
Frother Unit Solenoid Valve Short Circuit
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E10 through E15
This range of codes will refer to the boiler and thermostats. Learn how to access these parts in your machine.
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E11
Coffee Boiler Open Circuit
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E12
Steam Boiler Short Circuit
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E13
Steam Boiler Open Circuit
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E14
Coffee Boiler Temperature Errors
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E15
Steam Boiler Temperature Errors
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E16
Brew Unit Sensor Error
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E18
Memory Fault or Clock Error
Screen Messages
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Carafe Connection
Learn how the machine detects the presence of the carafe and what the different carafe related screen messages might mean.
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Descale Needed
Learn how to descale your machine using the built-in, automated descaling process.
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Empty the Drawer
Learn how to check out the sensor and used puck drawer or dump box on your machine to ensure everything is properly assembled. Be sure to remove the drawer or box while the machine is on to clear the message.
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No Beans Detected
Learn why you might see this symbol even if you have plenty of coffee beans in your hopper.
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Priming Request
The machine may request a priming through words or pictures on the screen. Follow the on screen directions and/or press the button with the check mark you see on the screen. Processes may vary by machine.
Cleaning
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Grinder Assembly
Always Be Sure to Try Grinder Cleaning, Reset, and Recalibration Before Replacement
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Manual Descaling Procedure
Learn how to perform a manual descale on your machine. This can be useful if the automated process is not working, to test your pump, or ventilate your machine.
Repairs
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Brew Unit Troubleshooting
Having trouble getting your brew unit to behave itself? Check out this article for more information on your machine's brew unit.
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Electrical Connection
Learn what to do if your machine is not powering on or remaining on properly.
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Microswitches and Sensors
Learn the location of the microswitches on your machine and how they function.
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Milk Carafe Disassembly
Weekly disassembly for cleaning is recommended.
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Reservoir Connection
Reservoir connection troubleshooting. If your machine is losing water while not in use, check out your reservoir connection.
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Volume Troubleshooting
Some water will always go directly to your machine's drip tray from the brew unit area. If this amount is more than previously, or you notice volume inconsistencies, check out your brew unit area.
Replacement
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Boiler Spout
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Flow Meter
Learn how to open up the machine to clean or replace the flow meter
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Front Board and Screen Replacement
Learn how to replace the front board and/or screen on your machine if needed.
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Grinder Assembly
Always be sure to try cleaning, resetting, and recalibration before replacement.
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Housing Removal and Replacement
Learn how to remove the top cover and side panels from your machine.
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Pannarello Attachment
How to replace the Pannarello Attachment on your machine
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Power Board Replacement
How to access the power board, check out the wiring, or replace if needed.
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Pump Replacement
How to replace the pump on your machine
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Screen Replacement
How to replace the screen
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Solenoid Valve Replacement
How to replace the solenoid valve in your machine.
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Steam Wand Replacment
How to replace
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Thermostat Replacement
How to replace
Not Grinding
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Beans Not Entering
Beans Not Entering Grinder
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Clogged Grinder
Buildup in Grinder
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Sounds Different
High Pitched Whirring
Puck Issues
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Bad Flavor
Brew Settings and Bean Selection
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Inconsistent Grinds
Damaged or Clogged Grinder
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Sloppy Pucks
Damaged or Clogged Grinder
Brew Unit Area
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Right Side
Brew Unit Area Blockage
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Water Under Tray
Drip Tray Overflow or Sloshing on Removal
Descale Indicator
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Frequency
Process Not Starting Properly
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Will Not Clear
Descaling Process Required
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Will Not Start
Icon Does Not Clear After Descaling
General Overview
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Screen Issues
Learn what to do if your screen is red, too dim, or otherwise not responsive.
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