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ECALCIFYING
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Over time, mineral deposits build up on internal parts of the appliance and affect
the operation of the appliance causing the need for decalcification. The
frequency of decalcification depends on the hardness of your water and how
often the appliance is used. Indications that decalcifying is necessary are:
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If usage is regular, decalcifying should be carried out as follows:
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We recommend the use of vinegar for decalcifying.
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Espresso Maker
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Release all pressure and allow the appliance to cool completely before
decalcifying.
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Pour 8 oz. (4-cup mark on espresso carafe) of fresh, cool, undiluted white
household vinegar into the boiler chamber.
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Following the instructions for "Preparing Espresso," run the vinegar through the
espresso making cycle except without the use of coffee grounds.
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Place a cup of cool water under the steam wand. When the solution has pumped
through the unit and is at the 2-cup mark on the espresso carafe, insert the
steam wand into the water and open the steam release valve for 10-15 seconds.
Close the steam release valve and allow the remaining vinegar to be pumped
into the carafe.
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Repeat the steps above twice using clear, cool water to rinse any remaining
traces of the vinegar from the system.
Coffeemaker
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Release all pressure and allow the appliance to cool completely before
decalcifying.
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Pour 20 oz. (4-cup mark on coffee carafe) of fresh, cool undiluted white
household vinegar into the water reservoir.
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Following the instructions for "Preparing Coffee," run the vinegar through the
coffee making cycle except without the use of coffee grounds.
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Repeat the steps above twice using clear, cool water to rinse any remaining
traces of vinegar from the system.
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Increased noise during operation.
Excessive steaming.
Longer brewing times.
The pumping action stops before all of the water has been
pumped from the water reservoir.
With soft water, decalcify once per year.
With medium water, decalcify every three (3) months.
With hard water, decalcify monthly.
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