• Cleaning brush
• Flat-head screwdriver
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES
• Soft, clean towel
PROCEDURE
1. Remove portafilter from grouphead, then use a cleaning brush
to scrub the portafilter gasket, loosening oil and coffee
grounds.
2. Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the dispersion screw
and shower screen, then rinse with clean water.
Ensure that the dispersion screw holes remain clear of coffee
grounds, as they may otherwise damage internal parts of the
grouphead.
3. Use a damp towel to wipe oil and grounds from the face and
sides of the dispersion block, as well as the portafilter body.
4. Return the clean dispersion screw and shower screen to the
grouphead.
Failure to reinstall the dispersion screw and shower screen
before next use may cause the grouphead to clog. Do not
attempt to brew espresso or backflush the grouphead before
the dispersion screw and shower screen have been correctly
installed.
5. Rinse the portafilter with hot water, then insert the portafilter
basket and lock it in the grouphead.
• Blind portafilter insert
• Replacement portafilter
REQUIRED TOOLS
• Cleaning brush
• Flat-head screwdriver
RECOMMENDED PARTS & SUPPLIES
• Replacement shower screens, one (1)
per grouphead
• Replacement dispersion screws, one (1)
per grouphead
• Replacement portafilter baskets, one (1)
per grouphead
• Replacement portafilter springs, one (1)
per grouphead
• Approved espresso machine cleaning
powder
• 1-liter (or larger) heat-tolerant container
• Soft, clean towel
GENERAL GROUPHEAD CARE
Regular cleaning and backflushing optimizes machine
performance and espresso flavor by preventing the buildup of
coffee oils. Complete the following steps for each grouphead
as part of every backflush cycle or as needed, at least once
daily.
REQUIRED TOOLS
BACKFLUSH THE GROUPHEADS
Through the Barista Dashboard, Slayer Steam X automates
backflush cycles for each grouphead. Backflush with an approved
espresso machine cleaning powder at least once daily. Complete
the “Fast Clean” procedure as needed.
To maximize efficiency and lengthen the life of wearable parts,
keep on hand two
(2) complete sets of shower screens, dispersion screws,
portafilter baskets, and portafilter springs. Alternate between sets
for each full backflush cycle.
INCLUDED PARTS
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SLAYER STEAM X USER MANUAL V1.1 | SEPTEMBER 2019