This tip goes out to all of you Saeco superautomatic espresso machine owners out there. Keep your machine humming along by taking regular care of the removable brew group -- we suggest performing the following tasks about once a week (more or less depending on your usage):
- Remove the group and thoroughly rinse with very hot water -- do not use soap
- Older models with a removable screen: Take it off (by unscrewing the screw in the middle) and wash it thoroughly -- you will find there is a fine coffee silt behind it
- Lubricate all moving parts with a food grade lubricant (give us a call if you need ideas on where to get this)
- When the group is out of the machine, thoroughly wipe down the interior chamber to make sure all of the connection points are grounds-free