Why Moka Pot Doesn't Work?

Two possible reasons: Either the pot isn't sealing properly (so that there's not enough pressure to force the water through) or there's a blockage in the filter or in the basket that holds the coffee grounds.

How long does moka pot take to work?

The process should take about five minutes. Leave the lid open at this stage to observe the coffee is extracting correctly. You want to see water gurgling slowly and evenly into the chamber, as is forced up through the ground coffee. Do not boil the water, heat just enough to force up through the coffee.

Can you ruin a moka pot?

That means no soap, ever, because any soapy residue can interfere with the taste of your coffee and, over time, ruin the finish of the moka pot.