Sunbeam Stainless Drip Filter PC7900 Questions & Answers

That is way long for a brew especially in the morning. I would try removing the valve assembly that allows the coffee to drip into the pot and give that some close attention. Be very careful not to lose any parts and take note of how it comes apart. Take photos as you go. The silicone rubber seal you can see when you remove the filter basket and look inside, is fragile so be careful cleaning it. These parts can not be bought on their own, you have to buy the 2 baskets and valve as a unit (the Brew Group I think it called), which is about $30. Thoroughly clean all parts and test the spring action when reassembled. It should have about 12 mm of stroke.

Hope this works
Lance

Thanks so much for your suggestion, Lance - will give it a try.
Regards\
Noela

It claims to be a 12 cup machine, but it's only 6 Aussie cup size! I haven't tried a single aussie size cup but don't see why not.

Absolutley. There's a measuring guide on the side of the water tank that will let you put in your own amount of water. Just need to adjust your coffee amount accordingly too. As mentioned above, 2 cup minimum.

Likely a faulty machine. Best to return.

Hi Sunbeam, the water isnt getting drawn up through the straw and out the end of the spout thing that pours the water onto the coffee.
Thanks

According to user guide - No.

I know the guide says No....but can you use a paper filter instead of the mesh filter? If no, why not? Curious.

I don't use any paper filters. I use the filter in the machine and put coffee into it and wash it out each day with soapy water.

I agree with Therese. The filter that comes with the machine means that you don’t have to use paper filters. I rinse the filter each time I put fresh coffee in but I give it a more intense clean about once a month.

Okay, so the filter that it comes with doesn't need to be replaced ever? Does any part of the machine seem to need replacing?

Thanks for the responses so far.

It does say use finely ground coffee.
We use it for everything, ground coffee and normal have had no issues.

I’ve only used grounded coffee!

No, I don’t believe so. Yes, my old Sunbeam stayed on all day which was often a problem when I’d get to work & worry if I’d turned it off then would have to ring someone to go & check. Trust me, this one is much better. It doesn’t take long to make a fresh brew. Or else reheat the old brew in the microwave.

I put mine in the fridge and microwave it during the day as I need. Prior to buying this I was using chemex so it only was hot for a short time, but meant to be reheated. The two hours is perfect for my morning routine and doesnt evaoprate or get more bitter. I still use filter papers for a more clean taste.

Really have no idea. Had Sharyn 'unpacked' everything first? No, we didn't have this problem, just feel sorry for her.

I only had problems once when I put coffee in the machine without the filter and caused a hell of a mess. It took a while of cleaning and flushing to get the coffee maker working properly again. A dumb move. I still haven't found a new one and it looks like they are getting rare. For the moment I am making do with the French

Mine has just done exactly the same. I'm thinking maybe the spring is at a weird angle as I notice it doesn't sit exactly in the middle of the pot, or maybe my coffee grind is too fine. Did you resolve the issue?

I suggest you contact sunbeam service for an answer. Is it still under guarantee.? I am sure there will be authorised r epair agents to repair this appliance. Actually there is a service contact number lower on this thread....scroll down :)

Hi, BEETEE - I have no idea if it's a sealed unit or repairable, but expect it is repairable. Assuming you're in Australia, you can contact Sunbeam on their support line: 1300 881 861 and ask them. If it's under warranty, they will arrange a free repair or replacement. If it is out of warranty then you would want to receive a quote for repair first, because the cost of repair may outweigh the cost of a replacement unit.

Thanks for the info. I'll check if I still have the receipt. This is my second one and I have been happy with it. On my last trip to Hawaii I was tempted to but a Mr Coffee as they are good. Otherwise it is just as well to go out and buy a new Sunbeam and save the hassle.Sadly more junk for land fill. Thanks for responses.

I find it easy to just empty the used coffee grounds into the garbage and then wash the basket but, over time, a certain amount of grime does build up. There is no reason you can't use paper filters in the basket and dispose of them when finished.

Good to know! I saw in the instruction manual that paper filters shouldn't be used, hence why I asked; maybe that just means you shouldn't use them WITHOUT the filter basket, then.

Not sure if I had this problem, one time the filter section filled up, but I had spilt coffee grounds into the funnel and that wouldn't open so the filter filled up alarmingly. Just needed cleaning. Maybe you have hard water and the pipe is blocked with scale have you tried kettle descaler?

Have not found a way to take the machine apart. The screws in the bottom require a special screwdriver head and there seems to be no way to pull the top apart without breaking something. If it's a scale problem, maybe CLR will fix it, but if the machine is fairly new I doubt if that would be the problem. If the machine is under 12 months old, you should be able to get it fixed under warranty, or, depending where you bought it, you might be able to get a replacement straight away.
Sorry I can't be of more help.

Hi Chloe.
It would be nice if the hot plate stayed on longer, but I have not found any way to alter the 2 hour timer.
I think this is done so the machine can cool down, as I found if you switch it back on straight away when it turns off, very soon the heating element burns out.
Sorry I can't be of more help.

Why not just make the half pot, thenut the remainder in the frige to rejeat when wanted? I'm a Yank and love my coffee but don't have a problem drinking reheated coffee. Don't notice a difference in it.

I realise this is an old question but maybe my input will still help....yep aussiepam.. I agree...I always brew a full carafe..drink a couple of hot cups and the rest goes in the fridge. Not only does it taste great reheated in the microwave but in summer I drop in ice cubes and have iced coffee...just delicious. I don’t keep it hot on the machine because prolonged hot keeping does make the coffee taste stewed...reheating does not.

I would suggest you contact sunbeam themselves. I know they have an outlet near Redfern in Sydney--maybe in other states as well. Sorry I can't be more helpfull.

I would put the filter paper into the mesh filter as when the paper filter becomes wet it may press against spring, preventing it from opening causing your coffee to run over the top. But unless your mesh filter is stuffed, why would you bother