Here you will find information about cleaning an espresso machine.


 

Cleaning

 

ATTENTION! 

This appliance requires daily cleaning and periodic maintenance.


 

Step 1:

  • Rinse each of the brewing groups, shower plates, and portafilters with hot water for ~15 seconds.
  • Clean the external surfaces of the machine with a damp cloth. Clean the steam wand and the water tap. Be sure that the nozzles are not clogged or partially blocked with milk or other residue. If it’s necessary to remove them for cleaning, be careful not to deform or damage any of the components during removal.
  • Clean the drip tray and the stainless steel grills under running water with a brush.
  • Clean the drain cup by slowly pouring one liter of warm water into it to dissolve and remove the coffee residue that accumulates inside the drain cup and hose.

 

Step 2:

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  • Unlock and remove the portafilter from the group head, using the blind gasket(see picture) add professional cleaning detergent (for single espresso portafilter 7g, for double espresso portafilter 14g).
  • Lock the portafilter into the group head.
  • While the appliance is turned "OFF" press and hold the short espresso button (see picture bellow) and turn "ON" the appliance while still pressing down on the button. This will automatically start the cleaning process.

  • You can now release the button and the appliance will clean, flush and rinse itself.
  • If at the end of the cleaning process any residual powder is still present, simply use the continuous dispensing button and allow it to flow for ~15 seconds.

ATTENTION!

Never try to remove the portafilter while the group is performing the cleaning operation, as the pressurized hot water could cause scalding or serious injury. After cleaning has finished, wait at least 3 seconds before removing the portafilter.

NOTE: Clean the group and portafilter with detergent once a week. For daily cleaning, rinse the group and portafilter without detergent (only using the membrane and hot water).

 

Step 3:

  • Using the blind gasket without cleaning powder, place the portafilter loosely in the group head (do not close it fully).
  • Press the continuous button and preform the open and closing motion with the portafilter for water to flow all over. 

ATTENTION!

Be very careful with the water splashes as the water will be boiling hot.

  • When finished press the continuous button once again to stop the water flow and remove the portafilter from the group head.
  • Use a brush to clean the shower head in the group head.

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NOTE: Always remove and insert the portafilters gently. Never use excessive force to try to close the portafilter. If the portafilter does not turn and lock into place without excessive force this usually indicates that there is too much coffee in the filter basket.