DECALCIFYING
After regular use, hard water can cause mineral build up in and on many of the inner
functioning components, reducing the brewing flow, power of the machine, and affec-
ting the quality of espresso. We advise decalcifying the machine on a regular basis
using the »Gastroback Premium Descaler« (Art.-No. 98175). Follow the instructions pro-
vided, or use the following as a guide:
WARNING:
Do not immerse power cord, power plug or aplliancein water or any
other liquid. The water tank should never be removed or completely emptied during
decalcifying.
DECALCIFYING THE MACHINE
• Remove the portafilter and frothing attachment. Pour the mixture of water and »Gas-
troback Premium Descaler« into the water tank.
• Plug the machine into the power outlet.
• Press the POWER button to the on-position.
• Place a large container under the group head and steam wand.
• When the brewing temperature has been reached all the button surrounds on the con-
trol panel will illuminate. Press and hold the one cup or two cup button to commence
manual pour. Release the button once half the mixture of water and »Gastroback Pre-
mium Descaler« has run through the group head.
• Set the steam dial to the STEAM-position and allow steam to run through the steam
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