We recommend cleaning your espresso machine daily, or on the days that you use it. This helps prevent residue from building up and creating issues.

One tablet is enough for each cleaning session.

ACTIVE Espresso Machine Cleaner tablets are compatible with all traditional and automatic espresso machines from all brands.

Note: these tablets are not compatible with Nespresso and other pod-based machines. For pod-style espresso machines, we recommend using ACTIVE Coffee Machine Descaler Solution.

Instructions may vary between different styles of espresso machines. Refer to your owners manual for more detailed instructions for the cleaning process.

The general steps for cleaning using these tablets is:

1. Fill the water reservoir with clean water and make sure the drip tray is empty.
2. Install your blind backflush basket or rubber cleaning disc into your portafilter and place 1 cleaning tablet on top.
3. Insert the portafilter into your espresso machine and run a cleaning cycle following your machine’s instructions.
4. Remove the portafilter after the cleaning cycle and run a large pour cycle to flush out any remaining water.

Even if your machine looks ok on the outside and your espresso tastes good, your machine still needs to be cleaned. The oil from coffee beans and the minerals from the water you brew with can stick inside the machine and lead to problems down the road.

So even if you don’t notice any issues with taste or performance yet, you can help prevent those problems by keeping your machine clean.