{"product_id":"urnex-cafiza-2-rensepulver-900-gram","title":"Urnex Cafiza2 Cleaning Powder 900 g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUrnex Cafiza2 900 g – cleaning powder for espresso machines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrnex Cafiza2 is a concentrated \u003cstrong\u003ecleaning powder for traditional espresso machines\u003c\/strong\u003e, developed to remove coffee oils and coffee residues from, among other things, the brew group, valves, and internal coffee paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe powder can be used for \u003cstrong\u003ebackflushing compatible espresso machines\u003c\/strong\u003e and for cleaning removable parts such as portafilters, filter baskets, and shower screens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large \u003cstrong\u003e900-gram\u003c\/strong\u003e container is especially suitable for cafés, restaurants, businesses, and home baristas with a high or regular consumption of cleaning powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Urnex Cafiza2 900 g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves coffee oils and coffee residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for backflushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFor traditional espresso machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used for portafilters and filter baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for soaking compatible metal parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 900 g container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePractical for regular and professional cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated powder with flexible dosage\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 agents and water filters for coffee equipment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy does an espresso machine need cleaning?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you brew espresso, the brew group and the machine's coffee paths are continuously in contact with coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee beans contain natural oils, and together with fine coffee particles, they can form deposits over time in places such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe brew group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe group head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003evalves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003efilter baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eportafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003einternal coffee paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular cleaning helps to remove these residues and is therefore an essential part of maintaining an espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCafiza2 is for cleaning – not descaling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza2 and descaling agents have different functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCafiza2 is used against:\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003edeposits from coffee brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescaling agent is used against:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003elimescale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003emineral deposits from water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your espresso machine needs descaling, you must use a product developed specifically 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\u003eCafiza2 does not replace descaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Cafiza2 for backflushing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackflushing may only be performed on an espresso machine designed for this cleaning method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the machine manufacturer's cleaning instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Place the blind filter in the portafilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Add approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 grams of Cafiza powder\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Attach the portafilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Insert the portafilter into the group head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Start the brew cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Activate the brew for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat the process \u003cstrong\u003e5 times\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Rinse portafilter and group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Remove the portafilter, activate the brew, and rinse the portafilter with water from the group head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Backflush with clean water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Put the portafilter back in without cleaning powder.\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. Rinse thoroughly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Follow the machine manufacturer's final rinsing procedure so that all traces of cleaning agent are removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning portafilters and filter baskets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza2 can also be used for soaking compatible removable metal parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 grams of Cafiza2 per 1 liter of hot water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, place filter baskets, shower screens, and the portafilter's compatible metal parts in the solution for up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen rinse the parts thoroughly with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cleaning a portafilter, the handle itself should not be submerged unless the manufacturer expressly states that the material can withstand it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e900 g – for those who use Cafiza often\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large 900 g container is particularly relevant if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003erun a café or coffee shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ehave an espresso machine with high daily usage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eclean multiple espresso machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003euse cleaning powder professionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eperform regular backflushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eprefer a larger container over small packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor general home use with lower consumption, a smaller container or Cafiza tablets may be more practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCafiza2 powder or cleaning tablets?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth formats are used for cleaning coffee equipment, but they suit different workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder is practical if you want:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eflexible dosage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003etraditional backflushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esoaking of loose parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ea larger quantity for regular use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTablets are practical if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe machine has an automatic cleaning program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou want a fixed dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ethe machine manufacturer specifies a certain tablet size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the recommendation for your specific machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan Cafiza2 be used in all espresso machines?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all espresso machines are designed for backflushing, and some machine manufacturers specify certain cleaning agents or cleaning programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, always check the machine's user manual before using Cafiza2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow often should the espresso machine be cleaned?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cleaning interval 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 construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ewhich cleaning procedures the manufacturer recommends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA professional espresso machine that brews many cups every day typically needs more frequent cleaning than a home espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, follow the machine manufacturer's maintenance schedule and adapt the cleaning to the usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCafiza2 for filter baskets and precision baskets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small holes in the filter basket are constantly in contact with coffee oil and fine coffee particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza2 can be used to clean compatible metal filter baskets so that accumulated coffee residues are removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a precision basket, you should check the manufacturer's cleaning instructions, especially if the basket has a special surface treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cleaning, the filter basket must always be rinsed thoroughly with clean water.\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 Cafiza2\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleaning powder for espresso machines\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 900 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee oils and coffee residues\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBackflush:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, on compatible espresso machines\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDosage for soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 6 g per liter of hot water\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoaking time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approx. 30 minutes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFor descaling:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrimary use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional espresso machines and compatible removable parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Urnex Cafiza2 900 g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Cafiza2 used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafiza2 is used to remove coffee oils and coffee residues from traditional espresso machines as well as compatible portafilters, filter baskets, and other removable parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Cafiza2 a descaling agent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cafiza2 removes coffee residues and coffee oils. Limescale and mineral deposits require an actual descaling agent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Cafiza2 be used for backflushing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if your espresso machine is designed for backflushing. Always follow the machine manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much is used for soaking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 grams of Cafiza2 in 1 liter of hot water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long should the parts soak?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible parts can soak in the solution for up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e and must then be rinsed thoroughly with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the entire portafilter be soaked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rule, only the compatible metal parts should be submerged. 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