Cleaning PID Sensor – Elektra Verve

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If the coffee boiler on the Elektra Verve is overheating, the PID sensor is probably corroded with limescale or purified water. The probe will need to be cleaned.

  • Power off your machine and unplug it from the outlet.
  • The machine needs to be fully cooled down.
  • Remove the 4 top cover screws located in the corners.

The PID sensor will LOOK SIMILAR to the probe on the right

  • Disconnect the back 2-pin connector then remove the PID sensor by turning the large nut counterclockwise from the boiler.
  • Take a picture of the inside portion for your reference.
  • Clean with a wire brush (stainless or brass).
  • Place 3 wraps of plumbers tape on threads, and insert in reverse order.
  • Reconnect the 2-pin connector.
  • Put on top cover with 4 screws, and test.If it continues, then a full boiler descale may be needed.
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