Descaling solution

Descaling

Scale is a surface build up of minerals that naturally occur over time in all appliances that are involved with the heating of water. Therefore the espresso machine will require occasional descaling. It is recommended that the espresso machine is decaled every 4-6 months, this will vary depending on the frequency of use and water hardness.

Use any of the following when descaling the espresso machine:

 Sunbeam Espresso Machine Descaling Tablets (EM0010)

 Sunbeam Liquid Descaler (KEO100), or  Vinegar Solution.

Descaling the espresso machine

Note: Ensure the espresso machine is turned off and the power cord is unplugged.

1.Remove the water reservoir and rinse clean. Depending on the descaling solution being used use one of the following:

A.Sunbeam Espresso Machine Descaling Tablets

Fill the water reservoir with 1 litre of warm water and place a descaling tablet into the reservoir. Once the tablet has dissolved replace the reservoir, this takes about 5-7 minutes.

B.Sunbeam Liquid Descaler

Fill the water reservoir with approximately

1.5litres of water, add 1 capful of Sunbeam Liquid Descaler and replace the reservoir.

C.Vinegar solution

Fill the water reservoir with approximately

1.5litres of warm water, add 3 tablespoons of vinegar and replace the reservoir.

2.Should the group handle be attached to the group head remove it, rinse thoroughly under running water and set aside.

3.Using a screwdriver unscrew the brewing filter/shower screen from the underside of the group head.

4.Remove and set aside the filter/screen, washer and screw in a safe place.

Important: Be careful not to lose the filter/ screen, washer and screw once you have disassembled the group head.

5.Using a small brush scrub in and around the area at the brewing head, removing all coffee grinds.

6.Place a sufficiently large container under the group head.

7.Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’. Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn the espresso machine on.

Note: Check to see that the espresso machine is ready for use (see p7 Ready Mode). Remember if the ‘POWER’ light is flashing green this indicates that the espresso machine is on and is heating up.

8.Press the 'COFFEE' button and allow half the solution to cycle through the group head and then once again press the 'COFFEE' button to stop the flow.

Important: Do not run descaling solution through the steam wand.

Note: Depending on the size of the container under the group head on occasion this may need to be emptied throughout this process.

9.After half the solution has cycled through press the 'COFFEE' button to stop the flow and then press the ‘POWER’ button to turn the machine off.