{"product_id":"urnex-cafiza-2-rensepulver-566-gram","title":"Urnex Cafiza 2 Cleaning Powder 566 g – for espresso machines","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUrnex Cafiza 2 566 g – cleaning powder for espresso machines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrnex Cafiza 2 is a professional \u003cstrong\u003ecleaning powder for espresso machines\u003c\/strong\u003e, developed to remove coffee oils and residues that can accumulate over time in the brew group, valves, coffee circuits, and other parts that come into contact with coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza can be used for \u003cstrong\u003ebackflushing on compatible espresso machines\u003c\/strong\u003e and for soaking portafilters, filter baskets, and other detachable parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe container holds \u003cstrong\u003e566 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing enough for many cleanings both at home and in professional coffee environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Urnex Cafiza 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves coffee oils and residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for backflushing compatible espresso machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used for cleaning portafilters and filter baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep the brew group, valves, and coffee circuits clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHighly soluble cleaning powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOdorless formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNSF certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 566 g container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for both home baristas and professional use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee also our selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/braendeholmristeri.dk\/collections\/plejeprodukter-rengoringsmidler-og-vandfilter\"\u003ecleaning products and water filters for coffee equipment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy does the espresso machine need cleaning?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you brew espresso, the machine's brew group and coffee circuits continuously come into contact with coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee contains natural oils, and together with fine coffee particles, these residues can over time build up in, for example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe brew group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe filter screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003evalves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ecoffee circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003efilter baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular cleaning helps remove old coffee residues and is therefore an important part of maintaining an espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Cafiza for backflushing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackflushing should only be performed on an espresso machine designed for it. Always follow the machine manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Insert the blind filter into the portafilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Add up to \u003cstrong\u003e3 grams of Cafiza powder\u003c\/strong\u003e to the blind filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Attach the portafilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Insert the portafilter into the brew group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Start the brew cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Activate the brew cycle for \u003cstrong\u003e10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e and then stop for \u003cstrong\u003e10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat this \u003cstrong\u003e5 times\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Rinse the portafilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Remove the portafilter, activate the brew cycle, and rinse the portafilter with water from the brew group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Backflush with clean water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reinsert the portafilter without Cafiza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun again:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 seconds on – 10 seconds off\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat \u003cstrong\u003e5 times\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Brew an espresso\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Replace the blind filter with the regular filter basket and brew one espresso to ensure that any detergent residues are gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe espresso must be \u003cstrong\u003ediscarded and not consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning of portafilters and filter baskets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza can also be used for cleaning detachable parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 grams of Cafiza per 1 liter of hot water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the parts to be cleaned in the solution for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cleaning a portafilter, the handle should not be submerged in the solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter soaking, rinse the parts thoroughly with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCafiza removes coffee oils – not limescale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza and descaling agents have two different functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCafiza\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ecoffee oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ecoffee residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ebuildup from brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescaling agent\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003elimescale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003emineral deposits from the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your machine needs descaling, you must use a product intended for this purpose, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/braendeholmristeri.dk\/products\/urnex-liquid-dezcal-flydende-afkalkningsmiddel-1l\"\u003eUrnex Liquid Dezcal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne product does not replace the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan Cafiza be used in all espresso machines?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, not necessarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackflushing requires the espresso machine to be designed for this cleaning method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should therefore always check the manufacturer's cleaning instructions before using Cafiza or performing a backflush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the machine has an automatic cleaning program, the manufacturer's dosage and cleaning instructions must be followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much Cafiza should be used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor traditional backflushing, Urnex specifies up to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 grams of Cafiza per cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor soaking detachable parts, use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 grams of Cafiza per liter of hot water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the container holds 566 grams, it is enough for many cleanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCafiza powder or Cafiza tablets?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza is available both as powder and tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCafiza powder\u003c\/strong\u003e allows you to dose the detergent yourself and is convenient if you regularly clean a traditional espresso machine and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCafiza tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e provide a fixed dose and can be more convenient in machines where the manufacturer prescribes cleaning with tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the recommendation for your specific coffee machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow often should the espresso machine be cleaned?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe need for cleaning depends on, among other things:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ehow often the machine is used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ehow many espressos are brewed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe machine's design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe manufacturer's recommendations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn espresso machine in professional use typically has different cleaning needs than a machine used for a few espressos a day at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, first and foremost, follow the maintenance schedule for your espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Urnex\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cafiza\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleaning powder for espresso machine\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 566 g \/ 20 oz\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removal of coffee oils and residues\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDosage for backflush:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 3 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDosage for soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 g per liter of hot water\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 30 minutes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOdorless:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNSF certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFor descaling:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Urnex Cafiza 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Urnex Cafiza used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza is used to remove coffee oils and residues from compatible espresso machines and detachable parts such as portafilters and filter baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Cafiza should I use for backflushing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrnex specifies up to \u003cstrong\u003e3 grams of Cafiza powder\u003c\/strong\u003e in the blind filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much should I use for portafilters and filter baskets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix \u003cstrong\u003e6 grams of Cafiza in 1 liter of hot water\u003c\/strong\u003e and leave the parts in the solution for approximately 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Cafiza be used to remove limescale?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cafiza is a cleaning agent for coffee oils and residues. For limescale, you must use a proper descaling agent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan all espresso machines be backflushed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The machine must be designed for backflushing. Always check the manufacturer's instructions first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the machine need to be rinsed after using Cafiza?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The machine and the cleaned parts must be rinsed thoroughly after cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I drink the first espresso after cleaning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Urnex recommends brewing and discarding one espresso after backflushing to ensure that any residues of the cleaning agent have been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Cafiza is in the container?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe container holds \u003cstrong\u003e566 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e of cleaning powder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"braendeholmristeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51088102719831,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/0705\/4167\/files\/2RFiuyA0af36VzgSrGT5_84.jpg?v=1751376711","url":"https:\/\/braendeholmristeri.dk\/en\/products\/urnex-cafiza-2-rensepulver-566-gram","provider":"Brændeholm Risteri","version":"1.0","type":"link"}