This is a terrible machine. Aluminum oxides everywhere where the paint is damaged, as well as inside the boilers and channels of the lower part of the steam boiler. An image product not designed for long-term operation without deep modernization.
@espressorestomelbourne173512 күн бұрын
@@user-ou6pi3tc4e corrosion of Alu can be an issue if machine is not serviced regularly to prevent leaks
@rob6rr14 күн бұрын
Not directly related to the vid but do you know how to assemble the small brass collar onto the nylon steam hose that comes off the steam boiler? Mine partially melted then ruptured at the top of the boiler but i may have enough pipe to salvage it i managed to remove the small brass insert and the collar from the damaged end but am not able to refit them to the cut end of the pipe. Tia
@espressorestomelbourne173512 күн бұрын
@@rob6rr I would dip into my spare parts if I had an issue. Not sure where to get spare brass fittings to crimp onto a new teflon hose
@rob6rr12 күн бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 yeah I tried trimming down the outside diameter of the pipe a tiny bit in order to get the brass collar over the pipe. Still got a very tight fit. Did it hold up? Hell no, not even when the boiler was cold water was coming out from the pipe union 🤣 time to find a donor machine off eBay. 👍🏾
@espressorestomelbourne17357 күн бұрын
@@rob6rr theoretically you could buy these brass compression olives but I would not know where to start looking
@LucasCristo1316 күн бұрын
Hi man. Not sure if you still see this, but I have a question. I see you have a Rancilio wand on the machine. I have the same machine (actually it is gray, but it looks the same), and I installed the wand. However, it gets in the way of removing the water tank. Does the same happen to you? Or did you find a workaround/different wand?
@espressorestomelbourne173515 күн бұрын
You need to push the whole wand up into the machine a bit. Essentially you are bending the copper pipe above the wand which is fine. You can open the machine to see what you are doing. You need to push it up about an inch.
@LucasCristo1315 күн бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 thank you very much! I'll try it out.
@jasonyannuccelli249921 күн бұрын
Terrific video mate. Thanks very much. I like how you use what you have available to you , like fire up the gas burner to heat up the silicon tube...Awesome 🙂
@stopthephilosophicalzombie901721 күн бұрын
Mine is blinking the three top lights after warm up. Do you know what that means?
@jasonyannuccelli249924 күн бұрын
Great video mate… thanks. Hey I’m thinking of buying one of these machines but can’t justify the additional $600 they ask for the model that includes the OPV. You mentioned a kit that was available to install yourself. Can you help out with the link or details of the valve and fittings to do myself. I have repaired several coffee machines in the past so think I can do the job myself. Many thanks mate 🙏
@jamesneville441Ай бұрын
Omg do you have a link to the breville portafilter that fit this please? I have tbis machine and hate the pressurised baskets
@espressorestomelbourne1735Ай бұрын
I think it is a 51mm basket for Breville es800. You should be able to find an unpressurized basket on Aliexpress
@jamesneville441Ай бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 thank you so much
@duynampham2 ай бұрын
Can I ask where can I find spare parts for this machine? Can the boiler and grouphead exchangeable with Rancilio Silvia? Thanks
@espressorestomelbourne17352 ай бұрын
Hi Nam, a lot of parts are interchangeable but there are definitely unique parts. Best to find and explosion diagram and see if you can identify common part numbers. Good luck
@duynampham2 ай бұрын
Can I ask where can I find spare parts for this machine? Can the boiler and grouphead exchangeable with Rancilio Silvia? Thanks
@coolcatwbc2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vid dude. Would it be possible for you to make a video on how to descale the Oscar 2 and how to drain the boiler properly? Would be amazing since this machine is difficult to descale.
@espressorestomelbourne17352 ай бұрын
You are right descaling them is quite involved. I dont have the machine so a video is out. If I recall the process: there is a hex plug located low on the boiler. Drain boiler. Then refill the boiler manually with a descaling solution ( the same qty you drained out). The replace the plug. heat up machine and then let it sit for a few hours. Then turn off machine. once cooled it will be safe the remove plug and drain out descaler. The rinse out the boiler (pour water in, swill around, empty). Finally, refill boiler with fresh "soft" water. Good luck.
@jackieblack91182 ай бұрын
Hi, what size of portafilter is used for this machine?
@espressorestomelbourne17352 ай бұрын
I think it is about 51mm
@jaredbosgra90052 ай бұрын
Would you say that an old restored machine like this would be superior to something like a Gaggia Classic Pro or Rancilio Silvia? I have an option to purchase a ~12 year old TEA to upgrade from a Breville Barista Express and wanted to know your opinion!
@espressorestomelbourne17352 ай бұрын
I would take an old Tea over an any of the mentioned options. If it restored it should last 10 years plus with ongoing maintenance
@jaredbosgra90052 ай бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 thanks for your reply, I really appreciate it!
@N4GUZZ2 ай бұрын
Question if you lose the white seal where the spring is. Where can you get it from?
@espressorestomelbourne17352 ай бұрын
Where are you located? You will need to scavenge one off an old machine. Parts limited these days
@N4GUZZ2 ай бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 Richmond VA 🇺🇸, i found that it's called steam group. But i can't find anything form the machine. I was thinking to just adapt the steam valve from Another machine. The only thing is i don know what that switch does. The one that moves with the valve. 😅
@BrevTech3 ай бұрын
I’m going to have to ask you about the lightsaber effect 😅
@LordRedDragon4 ай бұрын
is it set at 9 bar?
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
Not sure but OPV is adjustable
@RhetoricalMuse4 ай бұрын
Still needs a pressure gauge.
@ThePhilbox4 ай бұрын
I have one of these machines and I'm planning on doing a similar upgrade in preparation for the Gaggiuino mod :) Im curious how you managed the OPV here? I have a similar looking T-fitting coming off the pump, and a parts diagram for the espresso calls this an OPV, but I'm not sure how to adjust it? Also, thanks for the vid!
@moisesjl754 ай бұрын
In the market to purchase one but I've noticed the kitchenaid badges differ.. What are the differences between the Artisan version and the, maybe I'd say, the classic version?. Thanks in advance..
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
There are 2 models as far as I know. The Artisan is the 1st version and has a black drip tray. Then there was the Proline and it has the same colour drip tray as body. There are also some other changes in proline, like a cheaper plastic OPV and auto off after a certain time
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
Where are you located?
@jmvs52944 ай бұрын
is this good for pop-up and for about 40 - 50 cups per day?
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
Get a small 2 group compact Expobar Mega Crem
@jmvs52944 ай бұрын
is this good for pop-up and for about 50 - 80 cups?
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
50-80 per day would be a bit much for this
@SteashEdits5 ай бұрын
Isn't it weird that it has no hot water valve? Once you put water in the boiler for steam, it just sits there with no where to exit, except the TINY bit from the steam wand. Once you've owned the machine for 10 years, you'll be steaming milk with 10 year old water??
@espressorestomelbourne17354 ай бұрын
Cost saving is the name of the Game for this machine. You can manually empty the boiler
@oithetresen6096 ай бұрын
I'm currently doing the same on my gaggia coffee, because I thought it was a gaggia classic when I bought it. I know. Rookie mistake, but you've got to do the best of it. I've already sunk another hundred bucks into it for the grouphead and the solenoid valve. I'm also going to upgrade the steam wand, which is another 30 bugs and am going to turn it into a gagguino. I'm also thinking of removing the water funnel and water tank and getting a little hose that I can put into a water bottle, because that just seems way easier to clean. I don't shy away from the huge amount of work that would take, but it would annoy the shit out of me, if I had to remove the waste tube, before being able to remove the water tank. I'm just weird that way.
@sanchoMDB6 ай бұрын
I rebuilt my tea just recently. Great little machine and I love the location and angle of the gauges. My only complaint is I have the older style steam taps. Any ideas on upgrading to taps with the ball joint?
@njv18056 ай бұрын
There's one of these listed for $100 on my local Marketplace. Is it worth it as is without the tweaks or should I bypass living with it and go straight for the upgrages.
@espressorestomelbourne17356 ай бұрын
You can make a perfectly good coffee with the machine as is, with the right beans and a GOOD grinder
@SallyMcCracker4 ай бұрын
Did you buy it? I also see one listed locally for about $100.
@josephahmad59606 ай бұрын
Hi James I have exactly the same machine just wondering if you have a video on how to remove the steam knob
@espressorestomelbourne17356 ай бұрын
if I recall, you remove the center and then you have access to the not below
@firstlyfe6 ай бұрын
Does the steam wand handle multiple drinks well or is there a waiting time? Not using in a cafe but sometimes we do catering and have 5-10 drinks to make
@yassinchelh273Ай бұрын
It heat exchanger boiler , u can steam as much as u want without waiting
@rayw90676 ай бұрын
Hey great video can you give a part number for the steam wand
@espressorestomelbourne17356 ай бұрын
The part is no longer available from Breville or other parts retailers. You need to scavenge one from a Breville ES800
@tbdoram16 ай бұрын
Awesome video thank you! Just curious if you could replace the entire steam valve that came with the wand? (My steam valve is a bit leaky so that would kill two birds with one stone…) Also, can you do a video for a pump replacement on this machine?!?!?
@jonathandangelo31786 ай бұрын
For anyone stateside struggling to find the fitting, check grainger Item 60XJ60 Mfr. Model 0168 17 13 Just ordered today, only about 6 bucks, ship to store next day, so no shipping if you have a grainger store local.
@Filbert997 ай бұрын
Is the isomac expansion valve adjustable? Just cant find the scene on the video that you adjusted it while checking the pressure gauge
@user-fh6jh5js1d7 ай бұрын
How fine do you grind the coffee? I have one first generation but it’s not getting cream at all. Don’t know what I do wrong
@user-fh6jh5js1d7 ай бұрын
How fine do you grind the coffee? I have one first generation but it’s not getting cream at all. Don’t know what I do wrong 😢
@simondrolet77717 ай бұрын
Do you guys know WHEN or WHAT year production of the Oscar 2 the OPV came stock? Cheers!!!
@espressorestomelbourne17357 ай бұрын
Actually no, I think it might have been fitted locally by importer and then sold as a pro model or something
@jooglet7 ай бұрын
Nice one
@timbrakensiek31277 ай бұрын
Whats the Type of the Machine? Ford anyone have a Service manual?
@camilleberube30387 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! Would you mind sharing the link of the steam wand you purchased, or do you have any other recommandations with what is available today that would fit with this machine? I have the same one and would like to upgrade the steam wand too! Thanks a lot!
@camilleberube30385 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@colinholmes5157 ай бұрын
I have the same machine in black and have been unable to upgrade to the rancilio silvia wand, how did you manage this?
@espressorestomelbourne17357 ай бұрын
@@colinholmes515 undo tip on Rancilio wand, slide off the black rubber piece and the original Rancilio nut and washer, put the Gaggia nut on and the replace rubber and finally tip
@matthewslater37678 ай бұрын
Hi, what steam wand is this? I have one with a panarello that I’m looking to upgrade. Any leads?
@alexandermccrae4328 ай бұрын
Would you recommend any upgrades to the portfilter and basket? I got this machine second hand and it only comes with a tiny basket and the pinhole attachment which I’m not sure I have to use? Thanks
@bob1199118 ай бұрын
worth getting a used one with aftermarket PID and rebuilt in 2020, for 1000? (CAD)
@espressorestomelbourne17358 ай бұрын
Not a DEAL but a fair price considering you are getting Silvia with PID and Rocky in one machine
@diokosa70019 ай бұрын
I currently have an isomac alba that I am currently doing a restoration on which also had a crack in the boiler requiring replacement. Do you think it might be a design flaw or just coincidence? There is sadly very little information on isomac machines on coffee forums as such it's hard to get info on them.
@foodinireland9 ай бұрын
❤Great job, can you show to us how do you do for varnish the machine? Any more suggestions? I love customise my one. Thank you very much!
@edwardlee733810 ай бұрын
Both espresso and froth temperature gauges are not showing the correct temperature, what can I do? Thanks
@evdorn10 ай бұрын
I have this machine with the stock steam wand. For some reason, it shoots water out of the wand when I go to brew an espresso. Any idea what could be causing this? Kitchenaid unfortunately no longer makes this machine so their offer against the warranty was replacing it with a much cheaper semi-automatic machine 😔
@espressorestomelbourne173510 ай бұрын
Sounds like the valve on your steam wand is leaking
@evdorn10 ай бұрын
@@espressorestomelbourne1735 Thanks for the response, looks like you are correct. I took the cover off to inspect it and the housing where the wand is was full of water and what looks like some mold. It must have been doing this from the factory because I've had this problem from day one. Condensation also gets into my temperature gauges as well. Do you know if it is very difficult to change the valve or what type of part I should look for? Thanks so much!
@espressorestomelbourne173510 ай бұрын
@@evdorn check your boilers aren't leaking either. they do that a lot
@julianbirke10 ай бұрын
Just found one of these at goodwill for $40. So stoked to test it out
@espressorestomelbourne173510 ай бұрын
@@julianbirke get a new thermostat and make sure you clear the steam wand and tip.
@travisedwards386810 ай бұрын
Mate thanks for this, I just picked up a used Oscar II because I killed my faithful OG Oscar. I picked up that same valve from Jetblack, got the silicon tube from Clark Rubber and the rest of the bits from Funnings incl a $20 gauge from the toolshop. The one part I didn't get was the 1/8 F-F, but did the mod tonight and found that the nipple on the Oscar is actually a F thread so I just wound that onto the bottom of the valve without needing the coupler. All tested, set to about 10 Bar and happy days!
@espressorestomelbourne173510 ай бұрын
Bingo!!! Nice work Travis!
@muhammadandriprima384510 ай бұрын
Bang mau tanya klo mesin oscar overhead gimna cara mengatasinya
@francescomazzotta114811 ай бұрын
I have a similar machine and I wanted to know what happens if the brass valve near the pump is around 2 rounds screwed. I couldn't put the original settings because the screw was damaged. Do you know if any similar replacement exist?