How to Clean Your Countertop Espresso Machine

How to clean your machine's exterior

Ensure that your appliance is disconnected from the power supply. Then, wipe down all exterior surfaces, including the control panel, with a microfiber cloth. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the dispensing nozzle and rinse out your water tank.

DO NOT use strong or abrasive cleaners, cleaners containing alcohol, scouring pads or cleaning sponges, pure citric acid, vinegar-based cleaners, or phosphoric acid as these may damage the surface of your espresso machine.

How to clean your machine’s interior

Your espresso machine will automatically rinse itself when switched on or off. The appliance will also alert you when it is time to clean and descale. Run your appliance’s cleaning and descaling program when the “calc’n Clean” or water droplet button lights up on your display. Delaying may affect the performance of your appliance and taste of your beverage.

Click here for instructions on how to descale your espresso machine.

However, if your appliance has not been used in a while, we recommend cleaning the water tank, milk frother or milk dispenser, drip tray, coffee grounds container, and brewing unit. Wipe down the exterior and interior of your espresso machine as well with a soft, damp cloth.

DO NOT use a steam cleaner or high-pressure cleaner to clean your espresso machine.

Click here for instructions on how to clean and empty your drip tray and coffee grounds container.

Click here for instructions on how to clean your brewing unit.

How to clean your milk frother (300 series)

To avoid dried leftover milk residue that may be difficult to remove, clean your milk frother after each use.

Fill a glass about half full of water. Slide the milk frother down into the glass and press the “Milk” button on your display to clean the frother. You can also clean your milk frother in the dishwasher.

Learn which components of your espresso machine are dishwasher safe.

How to clean your milk dispenser (800 Series)

If your milk dispenser has not been cleaned after use, small amounts of milk may escape when your espresso machine dispenses hot water.

To clean you milk dispenser, unlock and remove the beverage dispenser cover. Remove the milk dispenser from the beverage dispenser and dismantle the components. Clean each component using dish soap and a soft cloth. You can also clean your milk dispenser in the dishwasher. Once all components are dry, reassemble the milk dispenser and place back in the beverage dispenser. Close the beverage dispenser lid.

Learn which components of your espresso machine are dishwasher safe.

Need assistance? Contact Bosch Customer Support for tips and troubleshooting at 1-800-701-5231.