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07-22-2009, 09:45 AM
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Nice machine.
If there was more than myself drinking expresso in my house, I might be able to justify next year's tax return, but my wife thinks my coffee is too strong and still drip brews...
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07-22-2009, 09:02 AM
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Lots of controversy on the subject of backflushing for sure.
One thing about the solenoid drain is the fact that the liquid is draining, NOT going into my cup, so however nasty it is, I won't be...
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07-21-2009, 08:22 PM
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In any event, I ordered the blind filter and cleaner and will try backflushing.
It takes a bit of time, but I have found great benefits from taking off the shower screen and cleaning it by hand as...
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07-21-2009, 07:48 PM
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Not to be argumentative, but I just read this and thought other Gaggia owners may find it interesting..
The New Baby does not have external tubes as your diagram suggests. the solenoid mounts to...
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07-21-2009, 03:32 PM
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well, if someone could explain the benefit of backflushing opposed to a good cleaning and descaling, I might try to figure it out.
I guess I am under the impression that as long as my machine is...
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07-21-2009, 08:59 AM
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My Gaggia has the 3 way solenoid but they insist it will kill the pump if you backflush. Not sure, but not taking any chances.
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07-20-2009, 03:56 PM
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Great info. I unscrew the screen regularly and clean but was warned to NEVER backflush a Gaggia, so I haven't tried.
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07-20-2009, 09:58 AM
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Florida water.
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07-20-2009, 07:40 AM
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I still have periodic explosions from turning the steam wand on too strong and have to duck from the plastic piece or hot milk. Tricky business and messy cleanup that microfoam is, and there is no...
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05-11-2009, 02:42 PM
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Just to add.. I totally think that if you want a good setup and are a little short on budget, the refurbished stuff from WLL is better than buying new crappy stuff.
I was told that they totally...
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05-11-2009, 10:23 AM
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I found with expresso equipment, if you don't do it right the first time, you will by the third or 4th try and have dumped more money than you needed to.
I'd love a Mazzer grinder and an Oscar...
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