VBM Lollo HX, User Manual

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9 - Remove the
Blind filter basket
, rinse the
Portafilter
assembly, and you are done. It is suggested
that the first pull after backflushing be discarded just in case a bit of cleaner is left that could taint the
coffee.
CAUTION: The cleaning products meant for backflushing must NEVER be used in the water reservoir.
Using this cleaning agent in any way other than described here can damage your machine and void your
warranty.
8.5. Cleaning the Portafilter and Filter Basket
Pop the filter basket out of the portafilter body. Using a fingernail is not recommended as these
commercial
Portafilters
have a very stiff retaining spring inside. Using the back edge of an old butter
knife as a lever between the portafilter body and basket edge works quite well.
Dissolve a bit of espresso machine cleaner in hot water in a glass container. The solution can also be
used to clean the portafilter body as well as the portafilter baskets and any other similar parts soiled with
coffee. These parts can be disassembled and soaked overnight if necessary to remove stubborn stains,
but soaking them for five to ten minutes is usually more than sufficient for properly maintained parts.
8.6. Exterior Cleaning
NEVER use any abrasive cleaners or cleaning pads on your Vibiemme as they will scratch the surface. A
quality glass cleaner sprayed on a rag will usually do a good job of cleaning the outer surfaces, but do not
spray these in the area of the
Grouphead
, and always wait for the machine to cool before cleaning the
exterior. If your machine has painted panels take care to use products that are compatible with powder
coating. No solvents should ever be used as these may permanently damage the powder coating’s sheen.