DeLonghi Dedica EC685EC685 / EC785
A compact entry-level machine with a pressurized-basket stock workflow. Moving to a non-pressurized basket makes grinder control, dose and puck preparation more important.
For: Dedica owners moving from the stock pressurized workflow toward more repeatable espresso.
Owner checks
Where a Dedica may need help.
Start with the workflow and the exact model. A basket, grinder or steam change should solve a specific problem.
Basket workflow
The stock pressurized-basket workflow is forgiving. Moving to a non-pressurized basket makes grinder quality, dose and puck preparation more important.
Steam workflow
The stock milk workflow prioritizes ease of use. Community wand swaps are a separate modification path with model-specific fit and installation concerns.
Pressure control
De'Longhi's 15-bar figure is a pump specification, not proof of puck pressure during a flowing shot.
Four ways in.
Pick a system - electrical, hydraulic, workflow, or maintenance. Each path collects the relevant mods and guides.
Electrical projects
Community dimmer and sensor builds. Try one only for a defined problem.
Explore →Hydraulics & PressurePump and water path
Pressure gauges and measurement. Measure before you modify.
Explore →Workflow & ExternalDaily-touch upgrades
Non-pressurized baskets, bottomless portafilters, tampers, WDT.
Explore →Spares & GasketsMaintenance parts
Cleaning, descaling and gasket care, following De'Longhi's procedure.
Explore →Where to begin.
Common paths to check on a Dedica. Verify the exact model and the workflow problem before choosing parts.
Further reading.
Reference pages and step-by-step install guides. Bookmark and come back.