Fault Codes Help for Flair Flair Classic

Flair Flair Classic

The Flair Classic is a manual espresso maker consisting of a base, post, lever, brew head (portafilter, plunger, cylinder, and stainless steel screen), dosing cup & funnel, and an optional drip tray. It operates by manually applying pressure via a lever to force hot water through ground coffee. The device requires a separate burr grinder and freshly roasted whole coffee beans. It features a bottomless 2-in-1 portafilter and is designed for brewing espresso with a target pressure of 6-9 bar, achieved through proper grind size, dose, and brewing time (35-45 seconds with 30-40 pounds of force).

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Brewing Time Too Fast (Under 35 Seconds)

Espresso brews quickly, resulting in a weak or sour taste.

Solutions:

Use a finer grind and/or increase the coffee dose.

Brewing Time Too Slow (Over 45 Seconds)

Espresso brews slowly, requiring excessive force.

Solutions:

Use a coarser grind and/or decrease the coffee dose.

Excessive Force Required (Over 70 lbs)

Requires more than 70 lbs of force to brew.

Solutions:

Use a coarser grind and/or decrease the coffee dose. Do not exceed 70lbs of force.

Little to No Resistance

Water passes through grounds immediately with minimal force required.

Solutions:

Use a finer grind setting on your burr grinder.

No Crema

Espresso lacks a desirable crema layer.

Solutions:

Ensure water temperature is between 198-208°F (92-97°C), use freshly roasted beans, adjust grind size, and ensure sufficient pressure is applied.

Unable to Lower Lever

Excessive resistance when attempting to lower the lever.

Solutions:

Use a coarser grind setting on your burr grinder.

Water Spray During Brewing

Boiling water sprays when releasing the lever.

Solutions:

Release the lever slowly and ensure brewing time is within the recommended range.