Cleaning Cycle Insert the silicone cleaning disc into the portafilter with the pull tab up and place a cleaning tablet on the center of the disc Insert the portafilter into the brew head and lock into place. Ensure that the espresso machine is turned ON. Turn the Control Dial to the ESPRESSO position for 20 … Read more
FLUSHING THE MACHINE When the machine has reached STANDBY mode, run the following 2 steps. Press the 2 CUP button to run hot water through the group head for 30 seconds Activate steam for 10 seconds. Repeat this cycle until the water tank is empty. How do you run the cleaning cycle on an espresso … Read more
The short answer is: NO Vinegar is a very effective in removing lime scale HOWEVER there are a lot of problems which comes with descaling with vinegar: Vinegar (acetic acid) attacts rubber seals and some metals. Boilers will absorp the odor / taste of vinegar. No surfactants to release coffee residues. Can I descale my … Read more
Sage/Breville recommends that you should descale your barista express every 60 – 90 days : water hardness 4 = 90days (3 months) Water hardness 6 = 60days (2 months) How often do you descale sage? Sage/Breville recommends that you should descale your Barista Express every 60 – 90 days : Water hardness 4 = 90days … Read more