After regular use of the Breville Barista Pro you will see a descale alert on the display. The Descale alert means that you need to perform a descaling cycle It’ll remove a mineral buildup from the internal components, which can be caused by hard water. What do you do when your coffee maker says descale? … Read more
Baking soda is a great option when it comes to homemade descaling solutions. It can be used to clean the outside of your coffee machine and also make the inside fresh. Besides being a cheap method, another benefit of using baking soda to descale your espresso maker is that it won’t leave an aftertaste. What … Read more
Backflushing should be factored into a regular cleaning regime for your espresso machine, typically in a home setting a backflush without any cleaning chemical should be done once a week. Then every 200 shots of coffee a thorough clean should be done with the appropriate Espresso Machine Cleaning tablets or powder. How often should I … Read more
eco mode: after 5 minutes of non-use, the machine switches off automatically. If the on/off button flashes red/green, it means that machine has detected a lack of water check that the capsule is not blocked and that there is enough water in the tank before starting a new preparation. Why is my dolce gusto blinking? … Read more