Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaning Powder has a concentrated formula which eliminates residue in group heads, valves, and lines. Both foam and solubility are balanced for powerful cleaning and optimal rinsing. Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaning Powder is integral to the daily backflush regimen and is recommended for use with a wide range of traditional espresso machines.
- Concentrated formula eliminates residue in group heads, valves, and lines
- Foam and solubility balanced for powerful cleaning and optimal rinsing
- Integral to the daily backflush regimen
- Recommended for use with a wide range of traditional espresso machines
On Professional Espresso Machines
Always follow manufacturer's cleaning and disassembly instructions. All mix ratios may be modified if a stronger solution is desired. For comfort and safety use rubber gloves and eye protection.
Backflush (each group head):
- Insert blind filter in portafilter and add up to 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) of Cafiza® Powder. Insert portafilter into group head.
- Activate brew cycle for 10 seconds. Stop 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
- Remove portafilter. Activate brew cycle and rinse portafilter in stream of water from group head. Stop cycle.
- Insert portafilter into group head. Repeat step (2) without Cafiza® Powder 5 times.
- Make and discard a cup of espresso to ensure no residue remains.
Soak:
- Soak filters and metal of portafilter for 30 minutes in 1 teaspoon (6 g) of Cafiza® Powder per 32 oz (1 L) of hot water.
- Rinse with clean hot water.
On Coffee Brewers
- Empty coffee from equipment. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) of Cafiza® powder per 64 oz (2 L) of brewer capacity directly into brew basket.
- Run a full brew cycle into each vessel and hold for 30 minutes.
- Empty each vessel and rinse all parts with clean hot water.
TIP: Wet cloth with Cafiza® Powder solution and wipe down spray heads, then wipe clean. Caution: Solution may be very hot.
On Roasting Equipment
- Roasted Coffee Storage Bins: Mix ratio – 50 parts hot water to 1 part Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner Powder. Mix hot water and Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner in a large sink or laundry tub.
- Dip storage containers for several minutes, open and close any lids or dispense mechanisms.
- Remove from cleaning solution and dip in tub of clean water. Use running water for final rinse.
- Air-dry or wipe with cloth.
Removable Coffee Roaster Parts:
- Mix ratio – 30 parts hot water to 1 part Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner.
- Remove any parts from your roaster that can be cleaned by dipping or soaking.
- Mix hot water and Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner in a large sink or laundry tub. Let roaster parts soak for several minutes.
- Rinse in tub of clean water.
- Use running water for final rinse.
- Dry and inspect all parts.
Non-Removable Coffee Roaster Parts:
- Mix four tablespoons of Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner to 1 quart (1 liter) of hot water in a spray bottle.
- Mist parts heavily with solution, and wipe clean. Some parts may require more than one application.
Bagging equipment:
- Mix four tablespoons of Cafiza® Espresso Machine Cleaner to 1 quart (1 liter) of hot water in a spray bottle.
- Mist hoppers, spouts, and any coffee contact surfaces thoroughly with solution.
- Wipe surfaces clean with sponge. Keep sponge clean by rinsing periodically in clean water.
Always follow manufacturer's cleaning and disassembly instructions. All mix ratios may be modified if a stronger solution is desired. For comfort and safety use rubber gloves and eye protection.
