Prerequisites:
Poursteady PS1 machine (3-cup or 5-cup)
Access to the main PCB board for diagnostics
A safe, dry environment for opening the side panel if necessary
The machine must be plugged into a stable power source
Main Process:
1. Understand the Boot and Homing Routine
Upon plugging in the Poursteady, no user action is required—there is no power switch.
Within 2 to 3 minutes, observe the following:
All button lights will begin flashing
The nozzle tilts backward, then forward
The nozzle moves side-to-side across the bar (X-axis motion)
Final flash occurs, signaling the Poursteady is ready for use
Diagnostic Indicators (PCB Overview):
2. Verify Internal Board Lights (PCB)
Open the smart side panel to inspect the board (use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver)
Observe the following diagnostic LEDs:
Power LED (always on): Confirms board is receiving power
BeagleBone Black LED (blue): Indicates the machine is booting and reading the SD card
X-Axis Motor Controller LED: Confirms lateral nozzle movement is operational
Tilt Axis Motor Controller LED: Confirms back/forth motion of the nozzle
3. Check for Red Tilt LED
If the Tilt Axis light is red, it may indicate a loose ribbon cable:
Gently press the flat ribbon cable into place using the thumb tabs on either side
Reseat the cable evenly and firmly
Reboot the machine and observe again
Troubleshooting:
4. Boot Process Does Not Complete (After 3 Minutes)
Inspect the SD card slot:
Unplug the machine before touching internal components
Using a fingernail or flat object, gently press the SD card in
If the card clicks inward, it was dislodged—reinsert it firmly until flush
Plug the machine back in and wait up to 3 minutes for boot and homing to resume
5. Still No Response
Verify:
The power supply is plugged in properly
Internal board lights are present (see step 2)
All connections (especially ribbon cables) are fully seated
Success Confirmation:
Button lights flash in sequence
Nozzle completes tilt and X-axis motion
All diagnostic lights on PCB display appropriate colors (no red error lights)
Poursteady is ready to accept recipes and begin operation
Escalation:
If the machine still does not boot after reseating the SD card and checking cables:
Proceed with additional internal diagnostics
Refer to hardware repair workflows for board or card replacement
Initiate live support session through Intercom with a photo of the PCB lights and SD card status