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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

WHAT TO DO

Coffee too 

strong or weak

• Amount of coffee and water is not 

correct (1 spoon : 150ml cup).

• Check correct amount of coffee or water 

is used.

Coffee leaking 

from basket 

when removed

• The basket drip‑stop seal doesn’t 

cover the gap properly due to 

foreign material.

• Check that there is no obstruction in the 

basket drip‑stop seal. Wash out the basket 

seal by turning the basket upside down, 

and pressing down and rinsing into the 

seal to clear any particles obstructing  

that area.

Coffee 

overflowing from 

the basket
(CAUTION: If 

the basket has 

overflowed 

remove slowly 

and with caution)

• Carafe is not inserted.

• Amount of coffee and water is not 

correct (1 spoon : 150ml cup).

• Grind size is too fine.

• Too much grinds in the basket.

• No paper in the basket.

• Putting paper into mesh basket 

filter.

• If you are brewing with carafe, check  

that the carafe is inserted.

• Check that the correct amount of coffee 

and water is used for the operation.

• Correct grind size / amount.

• Use mesh basket filter without paper  

and other baskets with paper.

‘FILL TANK’ on 

LCD screen

• Water tank is empty or not enough 

water to brew the selected volume.

• Sensors may be dirty.

• Open the lid and pour the desired amount 

of cold, preferably filtered water.

• While the tank is empty wipe the sensor 

prisms in the tank with a cloth.

Auto Start does 

not function

• Auto Start does not repeat after it 

has been activated.

• Re‑engage the Auto Start mode for each 

time that it needs to be used.

Shows ‘CLOCK’ 

when Auto Start 

is pressed

• Current time should be set before 

setting Auto Start.

• Set the current time before using  

Auto Start.

Clock does not 

remember time

• Clock is cleared every time the unit 

is unplugged.

• Keep the unit plugged in.

Auto Start starts 

at the wrong time

• Current time is not correct.

• Set the correct current time in the 

SETTINGS menu.

Carafe overfilling • Carafe is not completely empty 

before brewing.

• Amount of water is too much.

• Check that the carafe is empty before 

brewing.

• Check that the MAX line on the water tank 

is not exceeded.

• Ensure water runs freely through carafe lid.

Summary of Contents for Precision Brewer SDC400

Page 1: ...SDC450 SDC400 the Sage Precision Brewer EN QUICK GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...ater tank C Water filter D Water filter adapter E LCD display F SELECT dial G START CANCEL button H AUTO START button I Brew basket J Showerhead K Showerhead ring L Drip stop lever M Carafe lid N Carafe Rating Information SDC450 220 240V 50 60Hz 1550 1760W ...

Page 3: ...one filter basket insert B Mesh basket filter C Sage coffee measuring scoop D Water hardness test strip see page 8 for directions E Flat bottom basket filter paper pack 10 pieces Rating Information SDC400 220 240V 50 60Hz 1550 1850W ...

Page 4: ...l show FLUSH Unit on LCD Press SELECT dial to commence flush cycle The machine will dispense all the water from the tank through the system and into the empty carafe After flushing empty the basket and carafe INSTALLING THE WATER FILTER This product is designed to be used with a water filter installed in the water tank Not doing so will affect the internal components and performance of the applian...

Page 5: ...r cone or flat bottom or mesh basket into the brew basket Add your ground coffee then insert the brew basket into the machine NOTE Never use both mesh basket filter and paper filter at the same time 5 Lock the carafe lid onto the carafe and insert under the drip stop outlet ALIGN AR R O W S T U R N T O P O U R CAUTION The carafe MUST be in place before you brew with the water level higher than the...

Page 6: ...uration typically 4 14 hours of the brewing process we recommend setting the machine up overnight 1 Fill the tank with your desired volume of chilled water ensuring this is below the COLD BREW marking 2 Remove the basket and ensure both the cone insert and mesh basket filter are removed Add a large paper filter and then coffee at 2 3 times of regular ratio approximately 12 scoops for 4 cups Reinse...

Page 7: ...TIME BLOOM VOL BREW TEMP FLOWRATE CUSTOMIZE CARAFE LID REMOVE FILL AUTO START TANK TIME SINCE BREW MIN HEATING BLOOMINGBREWING AM PM HR MAX AT 7 The machine will prompt you to set the time for Auto Start Rotate the SELECT dial to adjust Auto Start time press SELECT dial to set Auto Start is now set and the machine will enter Auto Start mode brewing automatically at the set Auto Start time NOTE COL...

Page 8: ... If the clock hasn t been set the machine will prompt you to set the clock Ensure the clock is correct The clock will reset every time the unit is unplugged FAST GOLD SETCLOCK STANDBY KEEP WARM EXIT DESCALE SOUND SETTINGS COLD BREW MYBREW POUROVER STRONG BLOOM TIME BLOOM VOL BREW TEMP FLOWRATE CUSTOMIZE CARAFE LID REMOVE FILL AUTO START TANK TIME SINCE BREW MIN HEATING BLOOMINGBREWING AM PM HR MAX...

Page 9: ...l before removing CLEANING THE CARAFE After each use empty the carafe Do not let brewed coffee stand overnight as this can cause the carafe to stain Rinse the carafe and carafe lid under warm running water For a deeper clean we recommend regularly washing the carafe in warm soapy water using a soft bristled brush Do not use abrasive cleansers pads or cloths which can scratch the surface Rinse and ...

Page 10: ... outlet Ensure the carafe is empty and the lid is securely locked 4 Navigate SETTINGS menu to DESCALE Press SELECT dial to start the cycle The time remaining will display on the LCD 5 When the descaling process is finished the LCD screen will go back to the main menu To completely remove residual water in the tank brew with fresh water twice Discard the water from the carafe and rinse thoroughly N...

Page 11: ... water is used for the operation Correct grind size amount Use mesh basket filter without paper and other baskets with paper FILL TANK on LCD screen Water tank is empty or not enough water to brew the selected volume Sensors may be dirty Open the lid and pour the desired amount of cold preferably filtered water While the tank is empty wipe the sensor prisms in the tank with a cloth Auto Start does...

Page 12: ...p stop back up Clean the drip stop for any foreign objects of coffee grinds or stains If the problem persists and drip stop does not return to top position please call Sage Consumer Support Unit produces excessive steam while brewing or runs for extended periods with only steam output Brewing performance is affected by scale accumulated by hard water Brewing temperature profile is not properly set...

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