Gaggia GAGGIA - Manual (Page 21)

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English
10 DESCALING
Limescale normally builds up with the use of the appliance.
The machine needs descaling every 1-2 months (if used) and/
or whenever a reduction in water fl ow is noticed. Use the GAG-
GIA descaling solution only.
In case of confl ict, priority must be given to
what is indicated in the operation and mainte-
nance manual over the instructions provided on sepa-
rately sold accessories and materials.
Use the GAGGIA descaling
solution only. Its formula
has been designed to ensure bet-
ter machine performance and
operation for its whole operat-
ing life. If correctly used, it also
avoids alterations in the brewed
product. The descaling solution
is to be disposed of according to
the manufacturer’s instructions
and/or regulations in force in the
country of use.
Never drink the descaling solution or any prod-
ucts dispensed until the cycle has been carried
out to the end. Never use vinegar as a descaling solu-
tion.
1 (Fig.15-16) - Insert the fi lter holder (without coff ee) into
the brew unit (8) from the bottom and turn it from left to
right until it locks into place.
2 (Fig.1) - Remove and empty the water tank.
3 (Fig.2) - Pour the ENTIRE content of the GAGGIA concen-
trated descaling solution into the water tank, then fi ll the
tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX level.
4 Remove the Pannarello (or Cappuccinatore) installed on
the steam wand, if any.
5 Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button (16).
The indicator light (17) turns on.
Fill up (as described in the “HOT WATER” section of the
manual) 2 cups of water (about 150 ml each) from the
steam / hot water wand and turn off the machine by press-
ing the ON/OFF button (16); the indicator light (17) turns
off .
6 Let the descaling solution take eff ect for approx.15-20
minutes with the machine turned off .
9 CLEANING
Maintenance and cleaning can only be carried out when the
machine is cold and disconnected from the electric network.
• Do not immerse the machine in water or place any of its
parts in a dishwasher.
• Do not use spirit, solvents and/or aggressive chemical
agents.
• We recommend cleaning the water tank and refi lling it
with fresh water daily.
• (Fig.31-33) - Every day, after heating milk, remove the
external part of the Pannarello and wash it with fresh
drinking water.
• (Fig.31-32-33) - Clean the steam wand weekly. In order
to do this, perform the following operations:
- Remove the external part of the Pannarello (for standard
cleaning);
- Remove the upper part of the Pannarello from the steam
wand;
- Wash the upper part of the Pannarello with fresh drinking
water;
- Wash the steam wand with a wet cloth and remove any
milk residue;
- Reposition the upper part in the steam wand (make sure
it is completely inserted);
- Reassemble the external part of the Pannarello.
• (Fig.34) - Empty and clean the drip tray every day.
• Use a soft, dampened cloth to clean the appliance.
• (Fig.21) - Perform the following operations to clean the
pressurized fi lter holder:
- (Fig.11) - Remove the fi lter and wash it thoroughly with
hot water.
- Remove the adapter (if fi tted), and wash it thoroughly
with hot water.
- Wash the internal part of the pressurized fi lter holder.
• Do not dry the machine and/or its parts using a microwave
and/or standard oven.