Gaggia Velasca/cleaning and maintenance
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On Descaling
Learn how to descale the Gaggia Velasca super-automatic espresso machine. Marc from Whole Latte Love shows you the procedure from start to finish with special instruction for those using a water filter.
How To Descale a Gaggia Velasca Espresso Machine
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
Basic Maintenance
Learn how to perform basic maintenance on the Gaggia Velasca super-automatic espresso machine. Marc from Whole Latte Love shows you how to do the basics including:
- Brew group rinsing
- Frothing wand cleaning
- Water hardness test
- Water filter installation - Mavea Intenza+
- Programming machine for water hardness and filter use
How To: Gaggia Velasca Basic Maintenance