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Cafiza — Espresso Machine Cleaner (20oz) Item# 69 · Backflush powder + soaking cleaner · For commercial espresso machines & coffee brewers BACKFLUSH READY Soak portafilters & baskets Cleans coffee brewers 20oz container Keep your espresso machine tasting clean and running smoothly with Cafiza—a professional cleaning powder designed for backflushing commercial group heads (with a blind/blank basket), soaking metal filters, and cleaning coffee brewers. Ideal for removing built-up coffee oils and residue that can cause off-flavors. Removes coffee oils & residue that impact taste Essential for routine backflushing maintenance Use as a soak for baskets, screens & portafilter spouts Also works for cleaning drip brewers & brew baskets Key Benefits • Cleaner espresso flavor by removing rancid oils and residue in the group head and portafilter path. • More consistent extraction by keeping screens and passages clear. • Faster workflow for café maintenance—quick backflush routine with a blind basket. • Multi-use: backflush, soak parts, and clean coffee brewers with one product. How to backflush (commercial machines) You need: a blind/blank filter basket (backflush basket). 1) Insert blind basket in portafilter and add up to 1/2 tsp (≈ 3g) Cafiza. 2) Lock in portafilter. Run brew cycle for 10 seconds, stop for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times. 3) Remove and rinse portafilter under hot water from the group. 4) Reinsert portafilter (no cleaner) and repeat the 10s on / 10s off cycle 5 times to rinse. 5) Pull and discard one test shot to ensure no cleaner remains. Soaking portafilters, baskets & metal filters 1) Mix 1 tsp (≈ 6g) Cafiza per 32 oz / 1L of hot water. 2) Soak metal parts for 30 minutes (avoid soaking parts with aluminum). 3) Rinse thoroughly with clean hot water and reassemble. Cleaning coffee brewers (drip brewers) 1) Empty coffee from equipment. 2) Add 1/2 tsp (≈ 3g) Cafiza per 64 oz / 2L of brewer capacity directly into the brew basket. 3) Run a full brew cycle into each vessel and let sit for 30 minutes. 4) Empty and rinse all parts thoroughly with clean hot water. Specifications ProductEspresso machine cleaning powder Item #69 UseBackflush, soaking, coffee brewer cleaning Container size20 oz ApplicationCommercial espresso machines (with blind basket) FormPowder Important: Use only on machines that support backflushing (3-way valve). Rinse thoroughly after cleaning. Avoid using on aluminum espresso parts. Always follow your machine manufacturer’s maintenance guidance.
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| Product Type | Espresso machine cleaning powder |
| Container Size | 20 oz |
| Application | Commercial espresso machines with backflush capability |
| Mixing Ratio | 3 g per 32 oz (1L) for group heads or portafilters; 3 g per 64 oz (2L) for brewers |
| Compatible Parts | Portafilters, baskets, metal filters, drip brewers |
| Color | White, Orange |



