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| + | The brew unit should be deep cleaned and lubricated every 500 cups or once a year, whichever comes first. The brew unit can be cleaned with Urnex Cafiza, which can be purchased [https://www.wholelattelove.com/urnex-cafiza-espresso-machine-cleaner here]. You can use Vaseline, or generic petroleum gel as a lubricant. | ||
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Revision as of 12:04, 20 September 2018
On Descaling
To keep your super-automatic in tip top shape, it's important to perform regular cleaning and maintenance functions, and descaling is a majorly important one to ensure any machine has a long life slinging your favorite brews.
To automatically descale your Gaggia Brera, follow these instructions or watch the video on the right to see how it's done.
How to Automatically Descale a Gaggia Brera
Lubricate the Brew Unit
The brew unit brews, as the name suggests, but, just as importantly, it's also responsible for tamping ground coffee into a consistent puck. Inside the unit are two tracks which should be lubricated every six months or so for best results in the cup. Watch the video on the right to get the low down on food safe lubricant and how to keep the brew unit functioning smoothly.
Espresso Machine Maintenance -- How To Lubricate A Brew Unit
Deep Cleaning and Lubricating the Brew Unit
The brew unit should be deep cleaned and lubricated every 500 cups or once a year, whichever comes first. The brew unit can be cleaned with Urnex Cafiza, which can be purchased here. You can use Vaseline, or generic petroleum gel as a lubricant.
How to Deep Clean a Gaggia Brera Brew Unit