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1
. To remove the drain tray, lift up the tray cover first and then the tray. The tray
should be emptied and cleaned daily.
2
. Wipe down the steam wand with a damp cloth and purge it after every use.
To purge, place the wand tip down toward the tray and open the valve for 1-3
seconds to allow steam to clear out the tip of the wand.
3
. For a clogged steam wand, soak the end of the wand in milk frother cleaning
solution for about 30 minutes.
4
. For any remaining buildup, turn off the machine and allow it to cool. Then
gently clean the pinholes on the end of the wand with a small cleaning brush.
REGULAR CLEANING
1
. If your machine is plumbed, please ensure that the water treatment system
has been regenerated and/or replaced according to its maintenance schedule.
For systems purchased from Astra, replacing the cartridges every 5-6 months is
recommended. For high volume locations, recharge every 3 months.
2
. Annually examine parts that experience the most wear and tear. Replace as
needed:
a) Inlet Water Electrovalve (A10360 for 110V or A10361 for 220V machines)
b) Steam Pivot Rebuild Kit -Spring, Brass Seat, & 2 O-Rings (A10469)
c) Steam Valve Kit, No Wand- (A10440) or Complete Kit w/ Steam Wand- (A10441)
MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST