Mudsimus Posted June 27, 2019 Share Quick question on descaling. Do you just run the solution through the machine, or do you leave in there to do its thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted June 27, 2019 Share Quick question on descaling. Do you just run the solution through the machine, or do you leave in there to do its thing?Does your machine have a descale function (super auto or an espresso machine)? The super auto usually has a descale function, and will pull water into the machine, stand for a bit and then discharge, and repeat. Edit: at a previous employer, they used commercial grade hydrogen peroxide to flush the machines. Coffee machine and the production equipment. On the machines that had the reverse osmosis equipment, they only used citric acid. Edited June 27, 2019 by Frosty gummibear and Long Wheel Base 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flemish Lion Posted June 27, 2019 Share Quick question on descaling. Do you just run the solution through the machine, or do you leave in there to do its thing? I guess one can just add it to the water container and drink it - when last have you de-scaled??! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudsimus Posted June 27, 2019 Share I guess one can just add it to the water container and drink it - when last have you de-scaled??! Well I read about descaling about 4 comments back..???? Im no coffee boffin, but I do like a quick espresso before a run. And looking at my kettle Im pretty sure my el cheepo espresso machine is pretty much clogged up inside. Long Wheel Base and Flemish Lion 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_ Posted June 27, 2019 Share [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787] Where did you get this lens cup? Edit: found one, my old mans going to love it! Edited June 27, 2019 by CBlake gummibear and Long Wheel Base 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted June 27, 2019 Share Where did you get this lens cup? Edit: found one, my old mans going to love it!Link? It is a pretty cool novelty item. A buddy of mine has 2 cell phone covers, the one looks like a VHS and the other looks like lego. You can actually stick proper lego on and it fits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_ Posted June 27, 2019 Share Link? It is a pretty cool novelty item. A buddy of mine has 2 cell phone covers, the one looks like a VHS and the other looks like lego. You can actually stick proper lego on and it fits. https://www.takealot.com/camera-lens-thermo-stainless-steel-flask-cup/PLID51971070 Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted June 27, 2019 Share Well I read about descaling about 4 comments back..[emoji849] Im no coffee boffin, but I do like a quick espresso before a run. And looking at my kettle Im pretty sure my el cheepo espresso machine is pretty much clogged up inside.If it’s an el cheapo, then simply put citric acid (1tbsp) in a litre of water. Then run it through the machine as if you were making a shot. Once the litre has been used up, rinse with water (same process). The “solution” needs time to work on the scale, so there needs to be idle time between each flush. Try it on your kettle first (covering the element) and you’ll see the difference. Leave the water in the kettle for at least 5 mins, then rinse. If you get that citric taste (sour) then rinse again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted June 29, 2019 Share [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787] I will see your countertop and raise you a cup... Stradacup.jpg My set-up is a bit basic, but works well barrykm and DJR 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WrightJnr Posted June 29, 2019 Share My set-up is a bit basic, but works wellI still love my moka pot. Makes great coffee!!! barrykm and Long Wheel Base 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trance Dance Posted June 29, 2019 Share If it’s an el cheapo, then simply put citric acid (1tbsp) in a litre of water. Then run it through the machine as if you were making a shot. Once the litre has been used up, rinse with water (same process). The “solution” needs time to work on the scale, so there needs to be idle time between each flush. Try it on your kettle first (covering the element) and you’ll see the difference. Leave the water in the kettle for at least 5 mins, then rinse. If you get that citric taste (sour) then rinse again.Can citric acid be used in any machine? I have a a saeco bean to cup machine, I also have about 50kg of citric acid at any given time... I never knew it was possible to descale with citric acid! It makes life a lot easier if I can use it in my machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blinx Posted June 29, 2019 Share Nice thread guys, please advise me. I enjoy a good cup of coffee in the morning and the closest place is McCafé and they are firstly inconsistent staff changes daily and don’t make great cappuccino, what is a good machine I could get ? I don’t mind something that grinds fresh but prefer automatic and nothing too big. Please let me know. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted June 29, 2019 Share Nice thread guys, please advise me. I enjoy a good cup of coffee in the morning and the closest place is McCafé and they are firstly inconsistent staff changes daily and don’t make great cappuccino, what is a good machine I could get ? I don’t mind something that grinds fresh but prefer automatic and nothing too big. Please let me know. Thank youJura - take your pick - https://www.jura.com/en/homeproducts/automatic-coffee-machines Just be sure you can achieve the products you want to drink with the device - Ena 8 or Ena 8 signature will do the trick for most home users - usually spending more money gives you a more fully featured machine - up to a point when you start having features and capacity you don't need and cant use. But you won't go wrong with a jura as a general rule of thumb - and no - I don't own 1 - my super auto is a Siemens - and hasn't been used for many months - mostly because it has a fault and won't power up.... and one day I will take it to midrand and get it repaired. Long Wheel Base and barrykm 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranswurm Posted June 30, 2019 Share Where did you get this lens cup? Edit: found one, my old mans going to love it!Kameraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranswurm Posted June 30, 2019 Share My set-up is a bit basic, but works wellBialetti...I have 3 different sizesThe smallest is for hiking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gummibear Posted June 30, 2019 Share Where did you get this lens cup? Edit: found one, my old mans going to love it![emoji106] My kids bought it for me for Father’s Day a while back. Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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