Descaling The Machine - Lelit PL042EM Handbuch

BACKFLUSHING:
It is recommended to perform this cleaning at least once a week and / or at least every 100 brewed coffees
The following instructions apply to all types of groups fitted to our espresso machines.
Material needed:
• Blind filter
• Brush
• Detergent powder for espresso machine
Group cleaning. Follow these steps:
1. Place the blind filter in the portafilter
2. Add 1 tea spoon of detergent powder (3-5 grams) in the blind filter
3. Insert the portafilter into the brewing group
4. Switch the espresso switch on for about 10 seconds
5. Stop the espresso brewing and wait for 10 seconds
6. Without removing the portafilter, repeat this operation 5 times
7. Remove the portafilter, switch the espresso switch on again and rinse the portafilter under the hot
water that comes out of the group. Turn the switch off
8. Clean the brew group and the brew gasket first with the brush and then with a damp cloth in order to
remove all coffee powder rests
9. Insert the portafilter into the brew group again and repeat points 4-5-6 without detergent powder
10. Throw away the first espresso you'll brew
Cleaning of the accessories through immersion. Follow these steps:
1. Place the filters and portafilter in a jug with the portafilter handle upwards
2. Pour 3 tea spoons of detergent powder in the jug (10 grams)
3. Pour 1 liter of hot water in the jug until the metallic part of the portafilter is completely immerged
4. Wait at least 15 minutes
5. Remove the immerged parts and rinse them with plenty of warm tap water
6. Throw away the first espresso you'll brew

DESCALING THE MACHINE

Use of the machine creates a natural formation of lime scale, over a time period depending on how frequently
the machine is used and on the hardness of the water.
Lime scale deposits can obstruct the tubes and decrease the brewing temperature, altering the quality of the
coffee and reducing the lifetime of your machine.
To avoid the formation of limescale, which can also deposit in the internal circuits, we recommend the use of
our Lelit resin filter (code MC747 - MC747PLUS - not included) to soften the water. Please insert the filter in the
tank following the instructions on the packaging. The filter purifies the water from the calcium and magnesium
salts which are deposited to form lime scale and affect the taste of your coffee. Remember that the filter loses
its effectiveness after a certain number of gallons treated, so replace it periodically. Instructions for the use and
replacement of the filter are given on the box.
To avoid any possibility of damaging the machine's components, ADD ONLY NATURAL DESCALING PRODUCTS
INTO THE WATER TANK.
Pag. 12
(code MC002/C for portafilters with 57mm diameter)
(code PL106)
(code PL103)
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