3. Group Gasket
The group gasket is a hard rubber gasket that is located up in the brew group. It is
designed to make a tight and secure seal between the filter basket and the machine.
When the seal gets old and hard, is damaged or gets coffee on it water will leak through
the seal and run down around the portafilter during the brewing process.
The group gasket should be cleaned daily to prevent excess coffee build and therefore
leaking. The easiest way is with a group brush but it can be cleaned with a damp paper
towel or sponge. The group gasket is rubber so don’t use any sharp or hard objects to
clean it. Clean the gasket while it is place; do not remove it from the machine.
4. Exterior.
The Stainless steel exterior is very durable and easy to clean. Use a commercially
available stainless steel polish such as our “Hopes Stainless Steel Polish”.