Bunn WARNING INACCURATE FLOW - TOO MUCH LIME PLEASE REPAIR Error Code
The brewer detected inaccurate water flow caused by heavy lime buildup and is asking for descaling/repair.
Source: Bunn/BU-AXIOM_sm.pdf
What does Bunn WARNING INACCURATE FLOW - TOO MUCH LIME PLEASE REPAIR mean?
On AXIOM digital brewers, this warning means the control has detected inaccurate water flow during brewing and attributes it to excessive lime (scale) buildup. The message tells the operator there is too much lime and the brewer needs to be repaired. Scale in the sprayhead, brew valve, or brew tank narrows passages and disturbs the metered flow the brewer relies on for a correct brew.
Symptoms
- Display reads "WARNING INACCURATE FLOW" / "TOO MUCH LIME PLEASE REPAIR"
- Flow through the brewer is inaccurate or inconsistent
- Visible lime/scale buildup in the sprayhead or fittings
- Brew quality or volume may be affected
Common causes
- Lime buildup in the sprayhead
- Lime buildup in the brew valve
- Lime buildup in the brew tank
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Diagnostic steps
Clean the sprayhead
Lime buildup in the sprayhead is the first listed cause. Remove and clean (delime) the sprayhead so its holes are clear and unobstructed.
Clean the brew valve
Clean the brew valve to remove lime that restricts and distorts water flow through it.
Clean the brew tank
Delime the brew tank to clear scale that affects flow and heating. Use a deliming agent per the maintenance instructions.
Re-test brewing flow
After deliming the sprayhead, valve, and tank, run a brew cycle and confirm the inaccurate-flow warning clears.
When to call a professional
Routine deliming of the sprayhead, valve, and tank is normal operator maintenance, but if the warning persists after a thorough descale the brew valve or control board may need service. Call a Bunn Authorized Service Representative if cleaning does not clear the message or if the brew valve must be rebuilt or replaced — that work involves the brewer's plumbing and electrical circuits and should be done by qualified service personnel.
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Other Bunn Error Codes
Tank refill timed out — the brewer could not fill the tank within the allowed time and shut down.
The tank water failed to reach the ready temperature within the allowed time, so the brewer shut down.
Tank water is below the ready temperature, so brewing is locked out until it heats up.
The temperature sensor circuit reads open — the probe or its wiring is disconnected.
The temperature sensor circuit reads shorted — the sensor wiring is shorted.
The brewer detected very low water flow caused by lime buildup and is asking for descaling/repair.
Maintenance message prompting the operator to delime the sprayhead, valve, and tank.