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Cleaning the brewing group<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1761637974620{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}” max_width=”550″ text_direction=”default”]The brewing group is the heart of every coffee machine\u2014it’s where the brewing process takes place. Due to constant contact with coffee grounds, hot water, and grease, residues build up there, affecting not only its function but also the quality of the coffee. Cleaning with coffee oil remover and maintenance with lubricating grease are therefore important to prevent damage and maintain the perfect coffee taste.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h5″ button_color=”default” text_color=”#000000″ button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” link_text=”Back to overview” url=”https:\/\/www.ceragol.com\/en\/cleaning\/”][nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h5″ button_color=”default” text_color=”#000000″ button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” link_text=”For detailed cleaning instructions” url=”#start”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”10%” bottom_padding=”10%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”7\/12″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” offset=”vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default” el_id=”start”]\n

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the brew group<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1761638052660{margin-top: 50px !important;}” text_direction=”default”]\n

\ud83e\uddfc Step-by-step cleaning instructions for the brewing unit with ceragol ultra products<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Materials Needed:<\/p>\n

\u2705 Fresh water
\u2705 Soft brush or paintbrush
\u2705 Lint-free cloth
\u2705 ceragol ultra cleaning tablets<\/strong> or cleaning powder<\/strong> for removing coffee grease
\u2705 ceragol ultra Function Oi<\/strong>l for lubrication<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd27 Step 1: Preparation<\/p>\n

Switch off the coffee machine and unplug it<\/strong>.
Carefully remove the brewing unit<\/strong> from the machine.<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\uddfd Step 2: Rough cleaning<\/p>\n

Rinse the brew group thoroughly under lukewarm water<\/strong>.
Remove visible coffee residue<\/strong> with a brush or soft cloth.
Check the fine filter<\/strong> for blockages \u2013
clean carefully with a brush or needle if necessary.<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\udee7 Step 3: Deep cleaning with ceragol ultra Coffee Clean<\/p>\n

For more heavily soiled brew groups:
Spray the brew group generously with ceragol ultra Coffee Clean<\/strong>.
Allow the cleaner to take effect for a short time (approx. 1\u20132 minutes)<\/strong>
and then rinse thoroughly with water.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd29 Step 4: Maintain seals and mechanics<\/p>\n

Apply a small amount of ceragol ultra Function Oil<\/strong> to the rubber seals<\/strong> of the brewing unit.
For fully automatic coffee machines, also lightly grease the guide rails of the brewing unit<\/strong>
to ensure smooth operation.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd19 Step 5: Reinsert the brewing group<\/p>\n

Allow the brew group to dry completely
before reinserting it into the machine.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udca6 Step 6: Run cleaning programme \/ backwash<\/p>\n

Plug the power cord back in and switch on the machine.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f For fully automatic coffee machines:<\/strong>
Start the automatic cleaning program<\/strong>
and use a ceragol ultra cleaning tablet<\/strong> or 1 measuring spoon of cleaning powder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f For portafilter machines (with backflush function):<\/strong>
Insert the blind filter,<\/strong> add a cleaning tablet<\/strong> or 1 measuring spoon of powder<\/strong>
and perform the backflush according to the manufacturer\u2019s instructions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udca1 Tips for regular cleaning:<\/p>\n

\u2714 Daily: Briefly rinse the brewing unit, empty the coffee grounds container and drip tray.
\u2714 Weekly:<\/strong> Thoroughly clean the brewing unit and lubricate it with Function Oil<\/strong>.
\u2714 Every 14 days<\/strong>: Run the cleaning program or backwash with a cleaning tablet\/powder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\u2705 Done!<\/strong>
Your brew group is now hygienically clean, well maintained, and fully functional<\/strong>\u2014
for the best coffee enjoyment and a long service life<\/strong> for your machine. \u2615\u2728<\/p>\n

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