{"product_id":"cf425epc-genuine-universal-espresso-machine-cleaner-425g","title":"CF425EPC Aktivo Espresso Machine Cleaner 425g for Removing Coffee Oils and Residue from Espresso Coffee Machines","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoffee tasting bitter or stale even with fresh beans? Old coffee oils build up inside an espresso machine and spoil the flavour. CF425EPC is a 425g espresso machine cleaner from the Aktivo cleaning range, made for clearing out that residue. The dose and method are on the label, so follow those along with the cleaning instructions in your machine's manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy espresso machines need regular cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery shot leaves a film of coffee oil and fine grounds on the group head, shower screen, portafilter and basket, and machines with a brew unit collect residue there too. Left alone, the oils go rancid and give coffee a bitter, burnt or sour edge. Build up can also slow the flow through the shower screen and make the machine harder to keep clean. A dedicated cleaner breaks down those oils far better than water alone. This is a different job from descaling, which deals with mineral scale in the water system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock code CF425EPC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso machine cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e425g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAktivo cleaning range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"part-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e425g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing an espresso machine cleaner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your machine manual first, since some makers specify their own cleaning products or a set cleaning program. Measure the cleaner as the label directs and run the cleaning process for your type of machine, then rinse thoroughly with fresh water so nothing carries into your next coffee. Keep the pack sealed, dry and out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as a descaler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. An espresso cleaner targets coffee oils and residue from brewing, while a descaler removes limescale from the boiler and water lines. Most machines need both on different schedules, so check your manual for each.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aktivo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44551131398222,"sku":"CF425EPC","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/partsshop.com.au\/products\/cf425epc-genuine-universal-espresso-machine-cleaner-425g","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}