Should the bottom section of my Laroma empty completely? How long should I let it continue to boil once it begins to make the "finished" gurgle sound
1783591
yes, the bottom should empty completely. As soon as you hear it start to gurgle, it's done! be careful it is hot!
1783592
Maybe 30 seconds following the last gurgle. At that point all that is left is steam inside the unit and heating longer can only scorch the bottom.
1783593
Generally,a little water remains in the bottom. When the gurgling begins to slow (similar to the last kernels in microwave popcorn) then it is done. If you use it a few times, you should get the hang of it. I gave up a $500 Italian espresso machine because this "old school" pot makes great espresso.
1783594
Hi, I wondered the same thing when I first got this pot. I was told not to worry about the small amount in the bottom, rather enjoy the amazing coffee I had in the top. So yes sometimes some water is in the bottom. I put my pot on the burner, turned to high. When the pot makes the noise that sounds like it may take off. I turn the burner off. It's electric so still hot and that finishes the coffee. While it is finishing I pour about 1/3 cup milk into a mason jar, put the lid on tightly, shake vigorously, remove lid and microwave for 30 seconds. Warms the milk and makes the delicious foam. TADA a latte !!!! Hi, I wondered the same thing when I first got this pot. I was told not to worry about the small amount in the bottom, rather enjoy the amazing coffee I had in the top. So yes sometimes some water is in the bottom. I put my pot on the burner, turned to high. When the pot makes the noise that sounds like it may take off. I turn the burner off. It's electric so still hot and that finishes the coffee. While it is finishing I pour about 1/3 cup milk into a mason jar, put the lid on tightly, shake vigorously, remove lid and microwave for 30 seconds. Warms the milk and makes the delicious foam.... » Read More Hi, I wondered the same thing when I first got this pot. I was told not to worry about the small amount in the bottom, rather enjoy the amazing coffee I had in the top. So yes sometimes some water is in the bottom. I put my pot on the burner, turned to high. When the pot makes the noise that sounds like it may take off. I turn the burner off. It's electric so still hot and that finishes the coffee. While it is finishing I pour about 1/3 cup milk into a mason jar, put the lid on tightly, shake vigorously, remove lid and microwave for 30 seconds. Warms the milk and makes the delicious foam. TADA a latte !!!! « Show Less
1783595
When it makes that "finished" hollow popping tipe gurgle turn it off and let it come to a stop. there may be a bit of water left in the base but not much. it is no problem
1783596
Hi Larry, it looks like you ain't got a cloue on how this thing works! Just follow instructions and take the machine off the heat after it stops gurgeling.- Everything will be alright...the General...
1939806
Until the quiet hissing stops. If there is any leaking from top stop. Always make sure tank is completely empty prior to filling, this makes it easier for the tank to accept gas.
397101
I just pour a cup after 3 minutes or so. It's pause and serve. It will "hiss" when the water tank is empty. That means it is finished, but you can pour before then.
171006
Yes it boils for a little while, don't know for how long, sorry. No it doesn't beep when it's ready, there is a slight click as it turns off, but this cannot be heard unless you are close by. Hope that helps?
1810928
I would recommend you pour straight vinegar nt the bottom of the unit and let it sit for 2 hours Then put some water in the container and see if it turns on Do not empty the vinegar from the bottom let it run through Sort of like when you clean your coffee pot I do not use distiller water but I do regularly use the white vinegar Mine runs like a charm but it will shut down if residue builds up
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Hey Steve, there should only be running water sound when the tank is filling after you used some of the stored water. Unless you drained the tank to fill up a big big pot, it should not take that long to refill. You might want to check to see if the psi or pressure of the tank is where it should be. You are not filling the entire tank, you are filling a portion with an air balloon providing the pressure to push stored water out to the spigot on command. This is a closed system so water cannot be running forever. If so, the sound is either from something else or you have a major leak below the sink. Hey Steve, there should only be running water sound when the tank is filling after you used some of the stored water. Unless you drained the tank to fill up a big big pot, it should not take that long to refill. You might want to check to see if the psi or pressure of the tank is where it should be. You are not filling the entire tank, you are filling a portion with an air balloon providing the pressure to push stored water out to the spigot on command. This is a closed system so water cannot be running forever. If so, the sound is either from something else or you have a major leak below... » Read More Hey Steve, there should only be running water sound when the tank is filling after you used some of the stored water. Unless you drained the tank to fill up a big big pot, it should not take that long to refill. You might want to check to see if the psi or pressure of the tank is where it should be. You are not filling the entire tank, you are filling a portion with an air balloon providing the pressure to push stored water out to the spigot on command. This is a closed system so water cannot be running forever. If so, the sound is either from something else or you have a major leak below the sink. « Show Less
859478
That boiling sound is the normal sound of creating the mist. That is exactly how this unit humidifies your home. It is a sign that the tank is empty when you don't hear the boiling sound.
398915
This usually happens if you don't have enough water in the tank for the amount you're making. If the steady drip turns to a sputter and you start hearing steam being expelled, you've brewed too long.
537782
The "junk" falls to the bottom of the tank. I suppose if records were exceptionally dirty, a two step process might be worthwhile. My old records were playable with just minor film and dust spots, so a single pass is fine for about 20 or so, then a very small amount of stuff is visible at the bottom of the tank and I change the fluid. You only use a couple of caps full for each load. I haven't even used up the small bottle of concentrate that comes with the kit.The real work is drying the records. Get a supply of lint-free cloths.
1872786
It will empty part of the way the gravity feed isnt low enough to empty the entire contents. the fuel gauge is a little off from what I have seen, I have to add about 10 gallons before it will even reach empty.
1587673
I would recommend boiling water (full kettle) with a few drops of lemon juice once/twice... It goes away. We are using our kettle for a number of months - and it's perfectly fine.
463562
I had the same problem. The flapper closes too fast. Try holding on to the lever for a couple of seconds to empty the tank.
92838
Mine has never made any gurgle sounds. It only makes glug sounds for the first few seconds after I refill the tank and place it on the device.Yours might be faulty.
516418
That is odd. Sometimes I get a gurgling sound but that is it. Should be silent. Remember to run filtered water through it. Might want to hit up seller.
274226
There should only be a little water in the espresso holder when you empty the used grounds. It may be that you are pacing the espresso in to tightly or too loose. After the grounds are in the holder you should tamp or press them lightly; not jamming them down, but not having them loose. Hope that helps
186902
I don't have my setup to empty into a drain but the unit I have does shut off completely when the desired humidity level is reached. I have been unhappy about this since the unit is not supposed to shut off completely (unless the water tank is full). I returned one unit after confirming with the manufacturer that indeed the fan should continue running even when the compressor stops (once humidity level is reached). The second unit they sent me is doing the same thing as the first - shutting off and then clicking back on....which wakes me up at night.
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I have not had to clean mine yet, due to the water we have (very few minerals in it), but when brewing a bussing sound is normal, but this unit is suppose to shut off in 90 or so seconds after brewing a cup of coffee. Which means the blue indicator lights that you have on the unit that blink after you brew a cup will stop flashing , and you would need to press the on button again to turn the unit on before you can brew another cup. In short, if the lights don't go off, you have a problem, and if they do, the unit would not be able to overheat because it would be off. Hope that helps. Also, if you have cleaned the unit, you likely opened up the cap that gives you access to the water filter section, I do know that if that has not been put back on correctly, the unit will be very loud, and not function properly (wife when she first used it thought that was were the water was poured into, and didn't get it back on correctly), the way the marking are for lock/unlock really do not line up correctly, so you have to make sure you secure it back on correctly. Jim V