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The growth of the dollar significantly affected the cost of household appliances. At the same time, the request for purchases at low prices did not go anywhere. In order to save money, most coffee lovers opt for second-hand options, and there are nuances here.
How to choose a device that will last reliably and for a long time, we asked Ihor Hrytsenko, the head of the online coffee machine store https://www.kavomashina.com.ua/ .
What should you pay attention to when choosing used coffee machines?
It is difficult to choose only by the name of the company or model. The mechanism of coffee machines is somewhat similar to that of a car: the price of the product and the warranty period depend on the state of the internal elements and the amount of coffee that the coffee machine can prepare. Sometimes it is enough to wipe a coffee machine from Europe and send it for sale. But if some model has exhausted 90% of the resource, the seals will be enough for only 10% of normal work.
We always do a complete disassembly of the coffee machine components, change the hydraulic system seals, check the valves, perform preventive maintenance of the pump, coffee grinder motors and gearbox. A scrupulous approach is the key to a long warranty, but the use of new original spare parts does not make the cost of coffee machines the lowest.
Rely on the price when buying a used coffee machine — biased?
Yes, the warranty period and level of preparation are much more important. If the warranty is 1 month, most likely, the seller is not confident in the operation of the coffee machine.
We offer a period of 6 months for all used models. It is more profitable to immediately buy a working device with a good warranty than to run around in the workshop's sweat.
How long can a used coffee machine last?
Replacement of elements with the help of original spare parts restores the original service life. With this approach, the coffee machine can serve as a new one.
If the preparation of the model was not capital, it is better for the buyer to specify the time of production and the number of portions made. When the machine brewed at least 10 cups, the original resource was exhausted. Such a device usually requires a complete replacement of worn parts.
Our specialists change all seals before sale. It doesn't matter if the coffee machine broke down or it's still working - it's not out of the question.
Which model is the most popular among used coffee machines?
It depends on the level of training. Coffee machines of some manufacturers are impossible to prepare well due to high prices for parts and difficulty finding spare parts. Repairing such a device is equal to the cost of a new coffee machine.
We work only with models from Saeco, Delonghi, Philips and Spidem. It is possible to get original spare parts for them at adequate prices. Some of the most popular models in our store are Delonghi ESAM 3200, ECAM 22.110 and Saeco Intelia.
Your recommendations when buying
- don't chase the low price
- buy in stores where there is a service center
- specify what "full maintenance" means in the description
(usually this is just lubrication of the cooking unit + decalcification) - pay attention to the warranty
- go to the site https://www.kavomashina.com.ua/to explore the assortment
