Are Expensive Breville Espresso Machines Repairable?

About this Video

• Video Title: Are Expensive Breville Espresso Machines Repairable?
• Channel: TronicsFix
• Speakers: Steve (primary), Resto Rob (brief appearance)
• Duration: 00:22:49

Introduction

This video documents the repair of a broken Breville Barista Express espresso machine purchased for $100 from Goodwill. The speaker, Steve, aims to determine the machine's repairability and the difficulty of the repair process, showcasing his repair journey to viewers.

Key Takeaways

• A seemingly new Breville espresso machine was acquired cheaply: The machine appeared to be in excellent condition, despite being broken.
• Initial power issue identified: The machine showed no signs of power upon initial testing.
• Disassembly revealed a cracked circuit board: Significant cracks were discovered across a main circuit board, causing the malfunction.
• Board repair techniques demonstrated: The speaker meticulously repaired the cracked circuit board using epoxy, soldering, and a grinding pen to restore damaged traces.
• Successful repair and functionality test: The machine was successfully repaired and tested by Resto Rob, producing a functioning espresso.