What is a drip tray bumper
The bumper is a small rubber or plastic stopper placed on the edge or side of the coffee machine's drip tray. Its job is to cushion the impact of the tray against the machine's body when it is inserted or removed, and to ensure the tray sits evenly and stably in place.
Signs of wear
An old or worn bumper loses its elasticity, crumbles, or falls off completely. This results in rattling and knocking when handling the tray, uneven seating, or slight tilting that can cause water or coffee grounds to spill outside the tray.
Why you shouldn't put off the replacement
A damaged bumper does not endanger the coffee machine by itself, but its absence leads to repeated hard impacts of the tray against metal or plastic, which over time damages the tray itself or its housing. Replacement is simple and inexpensive, and it extends the lifespan of the surrounding parts.
Selection advice
When choosing, it's important to check exact compatibility with your specific coffee machine model in the product table, as bumpers vary in shape, placement, and size.
Compatible with
- SES985
| Compatible with | SES985 |
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| Manufacturing company | Sage Appliances GmbH |
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| Address | Campus Fichtenhain 48, 47807 Krefeld, DE |
| info@sageappliances.com |


