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Flair Classic maintenance: what the manual says

Flair’s manual lists 7 maintenance jobs for the Classic and forbids 1. Each is below with how often and the sentence it comes from.

What the manual says not to do

What to do, and how often

Job How often The manual’s sentence
Portafilter & basket soak After brewing

“Once grounds are removed, rinse all brewing parts in cool water.”
Group gasket replacement Only on a visible leak between cylinder and portafilter

“Note that unless you are seeing a clear water leak between the cylinder and portafilter, the o-ring is doing its job and does not require replacement.”
Group head wipe / flush Periodically

“We recommend periodically flushing your Flow-Control Portafilter and Brew Head with fresh water.”
Lever/piston lubrication When the piston does not travel smoothly

“However, you can expedite this process by applying a light application of food-safe oil to the plunger o-ring and wiping away the excess.”
Shower screen clean After brewing

“Once grounds are removed, rinse all brewing parts in cool water.”
Press stand wipe-down After use

“Wipe your press stand down after use with a clean cloth after use, using no cleaning agents or chemicals.”
Flow-Control portafilter spout replacement When clogged

“Replace as necessary and if clogged.”

Step-by-step guides

What the manual does not say

7 jobs with nothing stated
  • Backflush (detergent)
  • Backflush (water)
  • Descale
  • Drip tray empty & clean
  • Piston seal replacement
  • Professional service
  • Shower screen replacement
  • Settings the owner can change
Notes from the research
  • No descale, backflush or professional-service guidance (nothing in the design needs them, but Flair never says so).
  • No piston o-ring or dispersion-screen replacement guidance for the Classic.

Sources

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