Gaggia CLASSIC - Manual (Page 19)

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boiler must be brought down to a brewing temperature.
Otherwise, espresso may taste “burned”.
To do this: place an empty cup on drip plate. Do not insert
fi lter holder. Put the hot water/brew switches (2) and
the steam switch (4) to “1”, letting cup fi ll with water.
Turn brew switch “0”.
You may now proceed to make espresso.
Keeping it clean:
1 IMPORTANT: the steam nozzle should be cleaned after
each use in order to avoid build up of milk deposits that
are very diffi cult to clean. Cleaning is made easy as can
be seen in the DESCRIPTION OF PARTS. The outer
part of nozzle can be removed by pulling downward.
The outside of the steam pipe can be cleaned with a damp
cloth.
The steam jet is cleaned by running a shot of steam
through it.
The hole in the steam nozzle must be kept open. A needle
may be used.
Pay attention as the Turbo-
Frother steam nozzle could
be hot!
Air intake to be kept clean and free
from residues.
2 Clean fi lter holder and fi lter in warm water after use.
3 Wipe body of machine with a damp cloth as required.
4 Remove drip tray and plate (5-12) and wash in warm
soapy water. Do not use abrasive substances.
5 Clean the seal (15) inside of the brewing head (14) and
keep it clean.
6 The shower disc (17) should be unscrewed and cleaned
periodically depending on frequency of use.
7 After long periods of non-use, drain stale water from
machine by turning hot water/coffee switch to “1”.
However, do this only after you have fi lled tank with fresh
water. Never operate pump unless there is water in tank.
8 NOTE: It is very normal for an espresso machine to emit
steam and drip occasionally as the water pressure changes
during use.
Be certain to empty drip tray (12) as required.
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 GAGGIA descaling product only.
NOTE: In case of confl ict, priority must be given to what is
indicated in the operation and maintenance manual over
the instructions provided on separately sold accessories
and materials.
NOTE: Use the GAGGIA descaling
product only. Its formula has been
designed to ensure better machine
performance and operation for its
whole operating 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.
NOTE: Never drink the descaling solution or any products
dispensed until the cycle has fi nished. Never use vinegar
as a descaling solution.
1 Insert the fi lter holder into the brew unit from the bottom
(14) and turn it from left to right until it locks into place.
2 Remove and empty the water tank.
3 (Fig.02) - Pour HALF the content of the GAGGIA
concentrated descaling solution into the water tank, and
then fi ll the tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX
level.