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The coffee making process involves extracting
oils out of coffee grinds to make espresso
coffee. Deposits of these oils build up over time
and affect the taste of the coffee and operation
of the espresso machine.
Regular cleaning to remove these oils is
essential for espresso machines to keep
operating effectively. Flushing water, through
the brewing head and the steam nozzle, is the
easiest way to keep your machine clean after
making each coffee, and at the end of your
coffee making session.
Important: Never wash your espresso machine
accessories in the dishwasher.
Drip tray
Remove the grid and drip tray at regular
intervals to empty (23), (24). If the red floating
level indicator appears through the grid, empty
the drip tray immediately.
Clean the drip tray and its grid with water and a
little non-abrasive washing up liquid, rinse and dry.
Over time it is normal for the inside of the drip
tray to be stained by the oils in the coffee.
Note: Ensure that when you are replacing the
drip tray that the plastic lining is in position (25).
The brewing head, filters & filter handle
The filter and filter handle should be washed
after each use by rinsing them under warm
water. Wash at regular intervals in warm soapy
water using a mild detergent.
To clean the brewing head, flush water through
and wipe the head and around the inside rim
with a damp cloth.
To assist in keeping the filter and the brew head
clean, at the end of each coffee making session
we recommend you run the machine, with the
filter in place, without coffee – using water only.
Should the holes in the filters become clogged
with coffee granules use a fine bristled brush to
remove them.
Brew head rubber seal
This seal is located in the brewing head and
creates a seal against the filter handle when
making an espresso.
Note: When your Café Crema is not being used,
we recommend that you do not leave the filter
handle attached to the machine as this will
reduce the life of the seal.
Over time this seal looses its elasticity and will
require replacement – usually every 6-12
months. Signs that the seal is deteriorating are
when: the filter handle rotates to the far right
and feels loose, or steam escapes from around
the brewing head during use.
The cup warming plate and exterior
Wipe over the unit with a damp cloth and wipe
dry. Do not use abrasives or metal scourers, as
these will scratch the exterior surface.
Steam nozzle and froth attachment
The steam nozzle and froth attachment
needs to be cleaned each time you froth
milk or heat any other liquid. To clean the
steam nozzle, wipe with a damp cloth and
for the froth attachment, simply rinse it under
warm water.
On a monthly basis we recommend thoroughly
cleaning the steam nozzle.
To do this soak the nozzle in water with the
stainless frothing jug resting on the drip tray.
Ensure that the water level in the jug is over the
nozzle. Run steam through the nozzle for 30
seconds, then leave to soak overnight.
In the morning poke a pin up the steam nozzle,
the turn the machine on and run steam through
the nozzle again for 30 seconds.
Important: Do not wash parts in the dishwasher.
Do not immerse the unit in water.
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