<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere are quite a few key parts in your machine that contribute to water flow. Your Nespresso may not be pumping water for any of the following reasons. An empty water tank, a blocked water inlet, clogged pipes, or a faulty water pump. You may also need to descale your machine to restore water flow.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>1. Make Sure there is Water in the Tank<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s begin with the basics. It\u2019s best to work your way up<\/strong> from the simpler solutions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This may seem obvious<\/strong>, but it is possible that the water tank doesn\u2019t contain enough water <\/strong>for your morning or evening brew<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nObviously:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your machine cannot pump what isn\u2019t available<\/strong>. So, double-check<\/strong> that your water tank is filled to the appropriate level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlso:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be careful to keep your tank as full as possible<\/strong> before starting the brewing process<\/strong>. Your machine may end up developing an air pocket<\/strong> otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThankfully:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Troubleshooting this particular problem is easy. Unlatch the water tank<\/strong> and place it under the tap until it is filled to an appropriate level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>2. Clear the Inlet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe inlet serves as a gateway to your Nespresso coffee maker<\/strong>. It usually sits at the bottom of your machine\u2019s water tank<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water flows into the inlet once prompted by the machine<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs such:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The inlet should be clear for water to flow into your coffee maker<\/strong>. A small obstruction could disrupt this flow<\/strong> and prevent your Nespresso from pumping water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThankfully:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can solve this problem yourself. Safely detach the water tank<\/strong> from its seat and look for the inlet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNote:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not use any sharp objects<\/strong> when trying to clear the obstruction. Use a damp towel<\/strong> to clean any muck that may have accumulated in the inlet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wash the reservoir<\/strong> and fill it with clean water. Your machine should start pumping water again<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>3. Clear the Pipes<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s safe to say that your coffee maker will accumulate mineral buildup<\/strong> the longer you use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSadly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This build-up may prevent water from flowing through the machine<\/strong>. You may end up having to descale your machine<\/strong> if it gets bad enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a way to quickly and temporarily restore flow <\/strong>to your machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Safely detach the water tank<\/strong> from your coffee maker and look for the water inlet<\/strong>. Try and grab a turkey baster<\/strong> small enough to fit snugly in the inlet and create an airlock.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNext:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fill the turkey baster with some water<\/strong>, fit it into the inlet and give it a squeeze<\/strong>. You should feel something given<\/strong> within the machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHopefully:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This should move some of the build-ups<\/strong> and restore water flow. But you will need to descale your coffee maker<\/strong> after. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>4. Descale Your Coffee Maker<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n