Replace the water filter: Sage Barista Touch

Before you start

Tools

water filter holder (supplied)

Supplies

replacement water filter (from Sage; the manual does not name the cartridge)

Warnings

• Never use a damaged cartridge, and do not open one. Source: Sage the Barista Touch SES880 instruction book (UK, EN)
• Store spare cartridges dry in their original packaging, out of heat and direct sun. Source: Sage the Barista Touch SES880 instruction book (UK, EN)
• Before a long absence, empty the tank; fit a new cartridge when you return. Source: Sage the Barista Touch SES880 instruction book (UK, EN)

Steps

1. Take the new filter and the holder out of the plastic bag.

   From the manual: “Remove the water filter and water filter holder from the plastic bag.”

2. Soak the new filter in cold water for 5 minutes.

   From the manual: “Soak the filter in cold water for 5 minutes.”

3. Rinse the filter holder under cold water.

   From the manual: “Wash the filter holder with cold water.”

4. Set the holder's month dial as your reminder for the next change.

   From the manual: “Set the reminder for next month of replacement.”

5. Fit the filter into the holder parts and make sure they are joined.

   From the manual: “Assemble water filter parts Ensure parts are connected”

6. Install the holder in the water tank.

   From the manual: “Install filter in tank”

7. Fill the tank with cold water, slide it back in at the rear and lock it.

   From the manual: “Fill the water tank with cold water before sliding back into position at the back of the machine and locking into place.”

Sources

• Sage the Barista Touch SES880 instruction book (UK, EN) Manual

Researched on 2026-09-23.

Published: the sentence is on the maker’s own page or in the maker’s own document.

Applies to

• Sage Barista Touch