Water Filter/Softener; Depressurize The Steam Boiler - La Marzocco LEVA X Manual

WARNING: if cleaning is performed while the
machine is hot, the water flowing out of the
screw will be hot.
WARNING: if cleaning is performed while
the machine is hot, the screw will be hot;
wear gloves.
Siphon Screw

9) Water Filter/Softener

Please see the documentation accompanying
the water filter/softener for proper operating
and cleaning instructions.

10) Depressurize the steam boiler

Press and hold the encoder knob to set
the espresso machine to "OFF", then
push down the steam lever in order to
depressurize the steam boiler.
IMPORTANT
If the machine has not been used for
more than 8 hours or, in any case, after
long periods of being idle, in order to
use the machine to its full potential it
is necessary to perform some cleaning
cycles before brewing beverages as
follows:
- Groups: with the portafilters engaged in
the groups brew water through each for
at least two minutes
- Being careful to avoid burns, turn
on each steam wand for at least one
minute.
- Turn on the hot water valve for the
time necessary to allow the following
quantities of water to be brewed:
At least 1 liter for a 1/2 group machine
At least 2 liters for a 3 group machine
If the machine is not going to be used for
long periods of time, it is advisable to
follow these safety indications:
- Disconnect the machine from the water
mains or interrupt the water connection
via a mains tap.
- Disconnect the machine from the
electrical mains.
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