In the last article we looked at how to descale a manual Baby Gaggia coffee machine. Now we will take a look at how to remove the lime scale from an automatic Baby Gaggia machine. Make sure you purchase a cleaner that is compatible with this particular machine. Also, make sure that this process is repeated often, to ensure there is no scale allowed to build up in the machine. This is especially necessary in hard water areas.

The main difference with this machine is that it warns you when the tank requires descaling via a message, although you can still clean the machine as and when you see fit.

To descale the machine, first dissolve the contents in 1.5 litres of water, as with the manual machine. Again, pour the mixture into the water tank and open the steam pipe to extract the water. Once you have completed this process you can empty and then rinse the water tank. It should now be ready to use, but you can repeat the process if necessary. When finished, simply refill the machine with fresh water and you are ready to go.

Make sure this process is repeated at least every two to three months and check your manufacturer’s instructions and warranty as scaling is not usually covered by the guarantee.