Tech Tip: Portafilter Positioning

Written by Kat
The Espresso Afficionado
Published on May 27, 2011
Kat is a passionate coffee enthusiast and seasoned blogger. Read her posts for insights on brew methods, coffee recipes, and machine reviews.
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When is it time to say when? We're often asked where the portafilter should be in respect to the machine -- at a 90 degree angle? 45 degree? A little over to the right? Every machine will be a little bit different and the key is to make sure that it feels snug. Additionally, you'll find that you'll move it further as the gasket ages. Watch as Gail demonstrates the position on several of our demo machines of varying style and age.

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