Don't panic! Your machine is likely just jammed and ready for a simple fix.
Error 8 means your internal brew group is physically stuck or misaligned during the initialization cycle.
It is not a fatal failure but a mechanical blockage often caused by excessive coffee residue.
The motor stalls because the piston assembly cannot complete its full range of motion due to obstruction.
You must remove the brew group, deep clean with Jura tablets, and re-lubricate with food-safe grease.
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