Even the most expensive beans will not save your morning espresso if they have accumulated inside the machine. limescale and coffee oils. A dirty coffee machine not only spoils the taste, making it sour or rancid, but also becomes an ideal breeding ground bacteria and mold. Regular cleaning extends the life of the equipment by years and restores the rich aroma of the drink.
Daily care of removable parts
Leaving spent pulp in a container is the main mistake of most owners. A humid and warm environment provokes the immediate appearance of mold, which is then difficult to remove.
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Rinse drip tray and a grounds container with warm water after each use.
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Use a mild detergent to remove oily residue from the walls.
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Wipe cappuccino maker immediately after frothing the milk, otherwise the dried protein will clog the steam supply system.
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Change the water in the tank daily to avoid stagnation and mucus.
Decalcification or descaling
Scale is the main enemy of heating elements. If the water flows in a thin stream or the coffee is not hot enough, it’s time to decalcify. Ignoring this step often leads to breakdown boiler.
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Use special tablets or liquid products recommended by the manufacturer.
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As a home alternative, you can use a solution citric acid (unless it is prohibited in the instructions for your device).
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Run the automatic descaling program or run the solution through the system manually intermittently.
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Be sure to run 2-3 full tanks of clean water through the machine to wash away any remaining chemicals.
Cleaning the brewing unit
This is the heart of the coffee machine, where tablet pressing and extraction take place. Over time, the mechanism becomes clogged with coffee particles and grease, making it difficult for the moving parts to operate.
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Remove brewing unit (if the design allows it) and rinse it under running warm water without detergents.
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Allow the mechanism to air dry completely before reinstalling.
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Pay attention to any old grease and renew it with food grade silicone if necessary.
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Clean the compartment inside the machine where the unit is installed with a damp cloth, collecting spilled coffee.
Timely maintenance of equipment ensures stable pump pressure and correct extraction temperature. A clean coffee machine always makes delicious and aromatic coffee.
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