Daily Backflush & Diffuser Screen Care
🌐 EN
~10 min
Easy
Created on September 21, 2025
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Compatible Machines
La Marzocco Linea Mini
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Routine Overview
A quick daily cleaning loop to keep flavor clean and the machine healthy: detergent backflush, diffuser-screen care, and steam-wand purge.
This is an AI-curated routine. Please share your experiences and suggestions in the comments!
Routine Steps
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1. Detergent backflush (sequence)
• Insert a blind basket with a small amount of espresso machine detergent, lock in the portafilter, start the pump for 15 s then wait 30 s.
• Do five 5 s ON / 5 s OFF pulses.
• Remove portafilter and run water to rinse away residues.
• Re-lock and perform ten 5 s ON / 5 s OFF pulses.
• Pull one shot (discard) to clear any residuals.
• Do five 5 s ON / 5 s OFF pulses.
• Remove portafilter and run water to rinse away residues.
• Re-lock and perform ten 5 s ON / 5 s OFF pulses.
• Pull one shot (discard) to clear any residuals.
2. Diffuser screen & screw — daily attention
Follow the daily cleaning schedule: keep the diffuser screen and screw clean; wipe the body with a non-abrasive cloth and mild soap only.
3. Steam wand — after every use
Wipe immediately with a damp cloth and purge a short burst of steam to prevent deposits; soak the tip in hot water if milk residue persists.
If usage is light (<5 cups/day), you may reduce frequency slightly; for higher volume, keep the daily cycle.
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