The espresso making process involves
extracting oils out of coffee grinds.
Deposits of grinds and oils build up over
time, affecting the taste of the coffee and
operation of the espresso machine.
Purging water through the group head
and steam wand, before and after making
each coffee, is the easiest way to keep your
espresso machine clean.
(See
Your guide to café quality coffee
, pages
10-13)
Cleaning accessories and removable parts
- Clean parts in warm soapy water. Rinse
and dry.
Dishwasher safe parts:
- Stainless steel milk jug
- Stainless steel drip tray grill
- Stainless steel 1 CUP and 2 CUP filter
baskets
- Cleaning disc
Cleaning warming plate and exterior
- When required
Wipe the machine with a soft damp cloth
and a mild detergent, if needed.
Cleaning drip tray
• When required
Empty the drip tray if the red water level
indicator appears through the drip tray grill.
• Weekly
Clean in warm water with a mild detergent,
rinse and dry.
Cleaning group handle and filter basket
• Every time
Wash after each use by rinsing them with
warm water under the tap.
• Regular intervals
Wash in warm water using a mild detergent.
Rinse and dry.
Cleaning shower and group head
• Every time
Run water through before making an
espresso.
Cleaning warming plate and exterior
• Weekly
- Purge water through the group head by
pressing the 1 CUP button.
- Allow water to run through until it stops.
- Wipe the shower head with a damp cloth.
Group head silicone seal
A silicone seal is located in the group head
and creates a seal against the filter basket
when making an espresso.
Over time this seal loses its elasticity and
may require replacement. The seal may
need replacing when watery espresso
leaks from around the group handle during
extraction, or if the group handle is loose
when fully turned to the centre position.
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Care and cleaning
WARNING:
Do not immerse the machine
in water.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the
appliance do not use alkaline cleaning
agents, abrasives or metal scourers.
NON Dishwasher Safe parts:
- Water tank
- Group handle
- Drip tray
- Tamper
- Cleaning pin
- Cleaning brush
Important:
When not being used, don’t
leave the group handle inserted into the
group head. This will reduce the life of the
silicone seal.
Note:
Contact Sunbeam should you think
the group head seal needs replacing. Don’t
attempt to change the seal without first
consulting Sunbeam.
Note:
Do not use alkaline cleaning.
agents, abrasives or metal scourers,
as these will scratch the surfaces.
