Philips Senseo II 7810 HD Water Level Sensor Magnet

Introduction

The magnet for the water level sensor floats up in the water tank and shuts off the machine when there is no water in it. This magnet is always in the water and will corrode over the years. The sensor then no longer works and the status LED flashes quickly even though there is water. that would be indicative of having to change the magnet.

What you need

Step 1 Water Level Sensor Magnet

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Pull the water tank off the machine.

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Step 2

Lift off the small lid on top of the water tank.
The magnet in the float bowl can be seen from above.
The float is secured by a metal clip.

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Step 3

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Use needle nose pliers to pull out the clip.
The water tank is very narrow, so it takes effort and patience to get to the clip. The clip may break, then you will have to secure the magnet later, e.g. with a dab of hot glue.

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Step 4

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Open the flap on the magnet with a small flat head screwdriver.
The completely corroded magnet becomes visible.
On some models, the float looks like the third picture, but the repair is the same.
Float
Metal clip
Corroded magnet

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Step 5

Remove the magnet with the flat head screwdriver.
Thoroughly clean the case of all traces of rust. Pull out the two pieces of foam rubber on the left and right side and clean them.

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Step 6

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Here is the new neodymium magnet. Its diameter must be 6 mm, height 6 - 7 mm

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Step 7

Insert the magnet and the two pieces of foam rubber. Close the float bowl.
The case is marked "UP". This side naturally points upwards.
Insert the magnet with the float.
Put the metal clip back on, unfortunately that's pretty tricky. Long tweezers will help.