Microswitch for ground coffee drawer for Bosch coffee machines

What the microswitch does

A microswitch is a small electrical switch that signals the position of a moving part to the coffee machine – for example, the closing of the service door, the insertion of the drip tray, or the position of a valve. Based on its signal, the control unit knows whether the machine is ready for operation or should interrupt its function.

Typical signs of wear

• The coffee machine reports a door-open or missing-tray error even though they are in place
• The machine won't start or shuts down unexpectedly during brewing
• Clicking or mechanical resistance when closing the door with no reaction on the display
• Unstable, intermittent operation sensitive to position or pressure on the housing

When it's time for a replacement

A faulty microswitch prevents the coffee machine from recognizing a safe state, and the machine may refuse to work even when it is physically fine. Long-term forcing of the position or bypassing the signal can damage other electronics.

How to choose the right part

Microswitches differ in the number of poles, placement, and construction depending on which mechanism they sense. Before ordering, check compatibility in the product table.

Compatible with

• TES50251DE Verocafe
• TES50351DE Verocafe Latte
• TES50354DE Verocafe Latte
• TES50356DE Verocafe Latte
• TES50358DE Verocafe Latte
• TES503F1DE Verocafe Latte Exclusiv
• TES50651DE Verocafe Lattepro
• TES50658DE Verocafe Lattepro