For your gaggia classic, the manufacturer recommends their Gaggia brand solution. I wouldn’t recommend using a homemade descaling solution such as vinegar or lemon juice because this can leave a lasting flavor in your machine Can I descale my Gaggia with vinegar? For your Gaggia Classic, the manufacturer recommends their Gaggia brand solution. I wouldn’t … Read more
How long does it take for a gaggia classic to heat up? Get it Good & Hot With the machine on, the boiler will be at temperature within a few minutes. We suggest waiting 10-15 minutes before using the machine, with the portafilter attached while the machine heats. Take this time to enjoy some light … Read more
A steam wand is a small protruding pipe that’s present on most espresso machines , even small machines that are meant for home use. The wand is connected internally to the boiler of the espresso machine through a pipe. What is a steaming wand? A steam wand is a small protruding pipe that’s present on … Read more
For this process, you’ll need a decalcifying solution. For your gaggia classic, the manufacturer recommends their Gaggia brand solution. I wouldn’t recommend using a homemade descaling solution such as vinegar or lemon juice because this can leave a lasting flavor in your machine Can I use vinegar to descale my espresso machine? Cleaning an espresso … Read more
Most gaggia classic are set to 12 bars for the pressurised baskets – if you want to use the standard or IMS baskets , you will need to reduce the pressure. Over time your pump pressure fades but when you can adjust the pump you can restore the lost coffee crema. What pressure should I … Read more
Most gaggia classic are set to 12 bars for the pressurised baskets – if you want to use the standard or IMS baskets , you will need to reduce the pressure. Over time your pump pressure fades but when you can adjust the pump you can restore the lost coffee crema. What pressure should I … Read more
For your gaggia classic, the manufacturer recommends their gaggia brand solution. I wouldn’t recommend using a homemade descaling solution such as vinegar or lemon juice because this can leave a lasting flavor in your machine How do you use Gaggia descaling solution? Empty 1 bottle of Gaggia descaler solution into tank then fill the tank … Read more
Based on what Bill Crossland said on the above video, we always do pre-infusion on gaggia classic We should call soft pre-infusion the feature you are interested into. Pre-infusion at lower pressure and/or lower flow-rate than those provided in normal use. Does Gaggia Classic have Preinfusion? Based on what Bill Crossland said on the above … Read more
A leak from the top (or head) of the machine typically indicates a loose connection or broken part inside the machine If the leaking is coming from between the portafilter and the grouphead then refer to the section of this article which covers changing the group gasket. Why is my espresso machine leaking water? The … Read more
What is the difference between the gaggia classic and Pro? The Gaggia Classic Pro and the former Gaggia Classic can make cappuccinos, like the other machines in this list. The biggest difference between the two models is the steam wand While the earlier model used a panarello-style steam wand that injected air into the steam, … Read more