Aqua Solve - Coffee Machine Cleaning Tablets (10 Pack) - Eco Friendly - CT004ASKeep your coffee equipment performing at its best and your coffee tasting fresh with Aqua Solve Coffee Machine Cleaning Tablets. This powerful yet eco-friendly cleaning solution is specifically designed to remove stale coffee oils, grounds, and bitter tannin residue from brewing units, valves, and lines, helping improve appliance hygiene, efficiency, and longevity.Unlike mineral scale, coffee beans leave behind a layer of oil and residue with every brew. Over time, this build-up turns rancid, causing your coffee to taste bitter or burnt, and can lead to internal blockages that may damage your equipment. Aqua Solve's fast-acting, fully soluble formula effectively breaks down this stubborn oily residue, ensuring every cup tastes exactly as the roaster intended.Made with eco-friendly and phosphate-free ingredients, Aqua Solve is 100% safe to use and ideal for the regular maintenance of household and commercial espresso machines, bean-to-cup machines, and filter coffee makers.Features & BenefitsRemoves coffee oils, stale grounds, and tannin residueEliminates bitter and burnt flavours caused by build-upEco-friendly ingredients100% safe to useImproves coffee taste, aroma, and crema qualityEnhances machine lifespan and brewing performanceFast-acting and completely soluble formulaIdeal for manual espresso machines, automatic bean-to-cup machines, and soaking partsPhosphate-freeWhy Cleaning Matters:Coffee oils and residue naturally coat the internal brewing components and portafilters over time. This build-up can:Cause your coffee to taste bitter, stale, or astringentClog brewing screens, filters, and internal valvesReduce machine efficiency and affect water flowHarbour old coffee grounds and bacteriaReduce appliance efficiency and lifespanRegular cleaning removes these oils, helping keep your machine hygienic, efficient, and operating at peak performance. (Note: Cleaning tablets remove oils; to remove limescale, use Aqua Solve Liquid Descaler).Directions for Use:Espresso Machines (Backflushing)Insert a blind filter (cleaning disc) into the portafilter and add 1 Aqua Solve tablet.Insert the portafilter securely into the group head.Activate the brew cycle for 10 seconds, then stop for 10 seconds. Repeat this step 5 times.Remove the portafilter, rinse it thoroughly, and re-insert into the group head.Repeat the brew cycle without a tablet (10 seconds on, 10 seconds off) 5 times to flush the system.Make and discard a shot of espresso before drinking to ensure no residue remains.Fully Automatic / Bean-to-Cup Machines:Drop 1 tablet into the pre-ground coffee chute or designated cleaning tablet slot.Follow your specific machine manufacturer's instructions for running the automated cleaning cycle.Soaking (Portafilters, Baskets & Drip Trays):Dissolve 1 to 2 tablets in 500ml of hot water in a suitable container.Submerge the metal parts of the portafilter and filter baskets (do not submerge plastic handles).Allow to soak for 15 to 20 minutes.Remove and rinse thoroughly under clean, running water.Usage Frequency:Use every 2 to 4 weeks, or after every 200 cups of coffee, depending on appliance usage.Storage:Store in a cool, dry place. Keep the container tightly closed to prevent moisture exposure.Safety Information:Do not swallow or eatCauses skin irritationCauses serious eye irritationKeep out of reach of childrenWash skin thoroughly after handlingIf in eyes: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, and seek medical attention if irritation persistsDispose of contents and packaging according to local regulationsProduct Specifications:Product Name: Aqua Solve Cleaning TabletsSize: 10 TabletsProduct Code / SKU: CT004ASBarcode: 6009900672427Type: Eco-Friendly Coffee Machine CleanerWhat's in the box1 x Aqua Solve - Coffee Machine Cleaning Tablets (10 Pack) - Eco Friendly