I recently lent it to someone who was having their machine serviced only to get a phone call after a few days saying it had 'blown up'. I was thinking that taking the cover off and isolating the various major components such as element, pump, solenoid etc - removing one from the circuit at a time (isolating the wires) then powering it up and seeing if it still throws the switch would be a way to narrow down the cause of the problem. So I have a La Cimbali Domus Classic I use as a spare machine or for travel (in the days when i was allowed to leave home). I haven't even powered it up or taken the covers off yet so I'm not sure of how the electrical fault manifests itself, Im guessing it will just throw the RCD switch. Having acknowledged that, I was thinking about how to try and isolate the problem. I understand that I am working with 240V and that this is potentially fatal if i am not very careful, I always use a RCD and a safety switch outlet to help minimise the risks, but i know that these are no substitute for careful planning and checking to make sure the power is isolated and insulated. There isn't a lot of information out there about these machines but from the little i did find it seems that the classic is the simplest machine - electrically speaking - which hopefully cuts down on the number of possible problem areas. The previous owner said it had an electrical fault / short so now i am hoping to be able to resurrect this machine and put it to work in my shed. I recently picked up a Cimbali Domus classic domestic machine in flawless condition externally.
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