Policies and Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
We try to anticipate any questions you might have about our products and services and provide the answers here. If you need additional information, please send us an email.
Return Policy and Warranties
Damaged Machine
We make every attempt to package items to protect against damage. If a package arrives to you, and it appears to be damaged (crushed, broken open, wet, or otherwise destroyed), please notify us immediately. Keep all the original packaging! Do not throw the box away, or a claim cannot be processed. Any damaged merchandise must be reported to an Electra-Craft customer service in writing within 5 business days of receipt in order for a damaged claim to be processed. Do not attempt to use if damaged. If 5 days have passed and/or you have used the machine, items are unable to be processed as damaged. Once reported to us, we will have the shipping company come to your address to inspect the package.
Disclaimer of Seller Liability for Buyer’s Purchasing Parts
Electra-Craft shall not be liable for, and the buyer shall indemnify the seller against, the claims of any third parties for losses due to any defect, nonconformance, or problem of any kind arising out of or in connection with any repair of warranted parts undertaken by the buyer under this clause or any other actions undertaken by the buyer under this clause, in each case other than if caused, directly or indirectly, by seller’s gross negligence or willful misconduct, whether such claim is asserted in contract or in tort, or is premised on alleged, actual, imputed, ordinary, or intentional acts or omissions of the buyer or the seller.
Return Policy
For a period of 30 days after you receive your merchandise, please keep your receipt, original shipping container, original item merchandise box, packing materials, and all original documents in case you must return the item you ordered for any reason. Spare parts, frothing pitchers, thermometers, coffee (opened or unopened), and cups cannot be returned. Any ELECTRICAL parts are NOT RETURNABLE! Shipping is not refundable. All returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee. The original shipping cost will be deducted from your refund (even if shipped with FREE SHIPPING). You will be responsible for returning the item at your expense.
Please email us at info@electra-craft.com, within 30 days of receiving your merchandise if you would like to return it. Our Customer Service department will send you an AUTH # that must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. We will also give you a return address to send back to. Any merchandise received at our warehouse without an RMA # will be refused. You will assume all responsibility for sending the merchandise to us again. After returned items pass inspection, customers will be credited in the order in which their returned merchandise was received. If your unit needs warranty service, you can contact us, and we can advise you if we can handle the warranty for you. We will direct you to the closest authorized servicer to send your unit to.
Please email us at info@electra-craft.com, within 30 days of receiving your merchandise if you would like to return it. Our Customer Service department will send you an AUTH # that must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. We will also give you a return address to send back to. Any merchandise received at our warehouse without an RMA # will be refused. You will assume all responsibility for sending the merchandise to us again. After returned items pass inspection, customers will be credited in the order in which their returned merchandise was received. If your unit needs warranty service, you can contact us, and we can advise you if we can handle the warranty for you. We will direct you to the closest authorized servicer to send your unit to.
Instructions When Sending in an Espresso Machine for Service
Draining the Boiler (Very Important)
Prior to sending in your espresso machine, you will need to drain the boiler of any water so as to not cause damage to it during shipping, especially in the winter months when the cold weather easily causes this damage.
Instructions for Draining the Boiler on Most Semi-Automatic Units:
- Unplug the machine.
- Remove any "loose" parts, such as the portafilter handle, drip tray, drip tray grid, etc.
- Lay the machine on its back.
- Make sure all of the buttons and switches have been moved to the OFF position.
- Plug in the machine.
- Take a tall container that can hold at least 20 oz. of liquid and position it beneath the steam wand.
- Tilt the steam wand slightly so that the container will catch any water that is expelled from the wand.
- Using the power switch, turn the machine on.
- This step will depend on the type of machine you have:
- If your machine has a hot water dispensing button, use this button to activate the pump.
- If your machine does NOT have a hot water dispensing button, use whichever button and/or knob allows you to dispense water from the steam wand to activate the pump.
- After activating the pump, water should be coming out of the steam wand and being caught in the container placed below.
- After water stops flowing from the steam wand, keep your container beneath the steam wand as you tip the machine on its head.
- Allow the remainder of the water to drain out into your container.
- Once the water flow stops, return the machine to sitting on its back.
- Turn off the water flow and main power switches. Your machine's boiler is now drained.
Instructions for Draining the Boiler on Most Super Automatic Units:
WARNING! In order to properly drain your super-automatic boiler, the machine must be heated to steaming temperatures. Both the machine and water will be at scalding temperatures (be careful not to get burned).
- Plug in the machine.
- Turn the main power switch on.
- Using the appropriate buttons/switches, heat your machine to steam temperature. Please note: this step may differ depending on your machine. Please consult your instruction manual if you are unsure how to heat your machine to steam temperature.
- Take a tall container that will not conduct heat and can hold at least 20 oz. of liquid and position it beneath the steam wand.
- When the machine indicates it has reached steam temperature, use the appropriate steam knob or button to open the steam valve. The water will be extremely hot! Be careful of steam and splashing hot water.
- While the machine is releasing steam, remove the water reservoir.
- After steam and water stop coming out of the steam wand, use the appropriate steam knob or button to close the steam valve.
- Use the appropriate buttons/switches to turn off the steam production.
- Turn off the main power switch. Your machine's boiler is now drained.
Privacy Policy
We do not release your personal information to any outside source. All information gathered from you while ordering online or by telephone is for our use only! We do not provide your mailing address, email address, or any other personal information to any other vendors or sources. We may, at times, contact you via email with special offers or information regarding new products. You reserve the right to request to be withdrawn from our mailing list at any time.
Shipping Information
Most orders are processed and are shipped within 24 to 48 business hours. If you order an item and it is out of stock, we will advise you right away.
Any shipments outside the contiguous 48 United States will incur additional shipping charges that may not be published on our site.
Any items shipped outside the United States are considered international. Any warranties will be voided on your items. You will be responsible for any/all duties, brokerage, and/or any other fees associated with the delivery of your item.
Any shipments outside the contiguous 48 United States will incur additional shipping charges that may not be published on our site.
Any items shipped outside the United States are considered international. Any warranties will be voided on your items. You will be responsible for any/all duties, brokerage, and/or any other fees associated with the delivery of your item.