Decalcification is an important process to keep your coffee machine in good condition and ensure that it produces high quality coffee. Decalcification removes limestone and other mineral deposits that can be accumulated in the water machine water system. These deposits can affect the quality of coffee and also damage the machine over time.
To decal your coffee machine, you will have to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Usually, this process implies the use of a special chemical product or a homemade home -made solution diluted white vinegar. Follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully to make sure to use the product safely and correctly.
Remember that the decalcification should be performed regularly, usually every 2-3 months depending on the use of the machine and the hardness of the water used. If you live in an area with particularly hard water, you may have to decal your coffee machine more frequently.
There are several ways to decal the coffee machine, depending on the manufacturer's model and instructions. In general, however, the decalcification process may include some or all these phases:
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Preparing a decalcifying solution: there are specific products for the decalcification of the coffee machines that can be purchased on the market. Alternatively, you can prepare a do-it-yourself solution by mixing water and citric acid in equal parts.
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Empty the water tank: make sure to completely empty the water tank before starting the decalcification process.
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Fill the tank with the decalcifying solution: fill the machine tank with the prepared decalcifying solution and turn on the machine.
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Make the solution pass: pass the decalcifying solution through the heating system and the car pipes, as if you were preparing a coffee.
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Rinse the car: once the decalcifying solution has been passed completely, it is important to rinse the machine thoroughly to remove any trace of solution. You can do it by filling the tank with clean water and passing different cups of water through the machine.
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Dry and put the car into operation: once the car has been rinsed thoroughly, it is important to dry it well before putting it back in operation.
At this point, the car should be ready to prepare high quality coffee again.