8. To remove the vinegar residue, rinse the Tank and refill it with fresh cold
water. Run 2 – 3 tanks of water through the system as was done in steps
1 to 6 above to clear the machine of any de-scaling solution.
9. Let the machine cool.
10. Once the machine has cooled completely, turn the machine over and
remove the screw in the center of the shower plate. Remove the shower
plate and silicone gasket.
11. Soak the shower plate in vinegar for 1-2 hours. If there is any scale
build-up, brush the shower plate with a small brush.
12. Wash the gasket in warm soapy water and rinse.
13. Replace the shower plate and silicone gasket.
HELPFUL HINTS
The use of filtered water or bottled water is highly recommended to enhance
the taste of the espresso and to avoid the calcification of the machine.
Distilled water should be avoided as it is dull and tasteless.
The secret for frothing the milk is the use right technique, which can be
acquired only with practice.
If the brewing time of the coffee is longer than usual (i.e. if it takes too long
for the coffee to flow out of the brewing head), then it is likely that the coffee
grind is too fine, that too much coffee has been used or that the coffee has
been pressed too tightly.
If the preparation time for the coffee is too short and the resulting flavour is
weak (i.e. if the coffee flows quickly out of the brewing head), then it is possible
that the coffee grind is too coarse, the amount of coffee used was too small
or the coffee was not pressed down firmly enough.
If you prefer to have thicker “foam” for your milk, allow the foamed milk to
stand for 30 to 60 seconds before you put it in the espresso.
If there is a significant increase in the brewing time and/or frequent clogging
of the Steam Nozzle, the machine is calcified and needs de-scaling.
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