How to clean your Saeco portafilter

[@stengel-film]

Valve assembly onto the post, minute 7 to 7.30: I could't get the satisfying click, I was pressing so damn hard. My solution was to put the valve assembly for a minute in very hot water, that made the plastic smoother and that's how it worked finally. Thanks so much for your video, Kody. I would have never tried to do the replacement of the broken parts without your fantastic instruction.

[@panicwarning4016]

This is the BEST video on the web about this operation! Great JOB!!! 👍

[@mirsadrakovica1184]

Such a good person, thanks a lot for sharing all details, I was trying to clean myself, but for so long I always assembled wrong at home. You saved my machine. I really appreciate.

[@SimplyJapaneseMaples]

Thank you so much. My portafilter was definitely not going back together properly without your insight!

[@garyn7067]

THANKS MUCH, this was a great help. The red gasket on my portafilter was breaking up, so I decided to rebuild the portafilter. On my unit, the valve was HARD to install. I could not push it down. I filed around the top edge of the nipple to create a slight taper, so the valve could more easily slide onto the nipple. It was easier, but still hard. If I had a proper size socket, I would have used that to push down on the 4 "fingers" to get the valve down. I forgot how to align the unit into the handle. Your video saved the day. Portafilter works fine now.

[@enzoferrari8730]

Thank you Kody. Your video is much better than any written description. Well done, man

[@keith__marr]

The ratchet table is the key to the satisfying click! Thank you so much

[@FabioRossettiFI]

Really helpful. Without this video I wouldn't have been able to install a repair kit I found online for 10 EUR. The only thing I did differently was the coupling of the white valve and the dark cover over the metal part. I used a socket like you, but more like an anvil, hammering carefully the valve with the ratchet extension, using only the screwdriver wasn't enough.

[@lylephoto]

Super helpful. Thanks, man. I needed to do deep cleaning, but couldn’t figure out how to get the entire thing apart. I wasn’t brave enough to try prying on the assembly until I saw you do it. Perfect.

[@victoriaoehm6293]

Thank you so much for posting this. It took me three times to get it right but your video is explained perfectly step by step.

[@larrygilbert863]

Very well done. I didn’t think a reconditioning kit was that easy to obtain. Your video is vey well done. Thank you

[@DavePettittVoiceOver]

Much appreciated. Just swapped the boiler gasket and pump too. I’m getting be a pro at taking this thing apart and putting it all back together. Had it done, only to realize the group head needed a 1/4 turn. Portafilter is fresh as a daisy thanks to your video.

[@734smyth]

Thanks so much. Just rebuilt mine (never done before) and cant wait to use it again. Been many years since its worked correctly.

[@bigsqueegie]

This video was perfect, thank you! Our Gaggia Gran Deluxe exploded on my wife this morning. Luckily she was ok and I managed to get the filter holder up and running again thanks to you!

[@geniusequipment]

Hi Joseph, Glad that she is okay and happy to hear that we were able to help you get things back up and running! Cheers!

[@thientrinh8300]

Thank you so much, what a helpful video. My machine is Gaggia Gran Deluxe but its portafilter is the same with yours in the video. I tried to dissemble for cleaning but then struggling to put everything back together.

[@KryptonM1]

Thanks - exact detail we needed! Following rebuild of the portafilter mechanism I clean the basket holes on a regular basis. Amazing how many of the holes get clogged. ALSO! I just noticed there is a similar sieve screen above the portafilter and it removes with a single philips-head screw using a stubby screwdriver to get in the tight space. Holy hand grenade was that filthy and clogged. MAJOR difference after my first cleaning of that piece.

[@M.J.Nakayama]

And cleaning behind the shower screen is not in the manual 😞

[@ssig8]

so happy I depressurized my machine! No comparison with the pressurized version. I should add however that my portafilter was very dirty with deposit. Anyway, I was really impressed with the first shot I did aftewards. Thank you! :)

[@Depp196]

Congratulation! One of the best explanation i’ve ever see! Great communicator. Thanks a lot

[@RealMyrmidon]

Was able to clean mine properly after watching this. Kudos

[@markusmelegus3406]

Thank you man, 1 million thanks. First when my spring jumped i tought i need to throw away the whole damn thing

[@AAkCN1]

Duuuuude you are my hero. The part at 5:50 had me raging but your method worked flawlessly. Thank you SO much!!!

[@bwgarri1]

Thank you for the excellent video, I found it very helpful. I can only add that my recommendation would be to use olive oil rather than mineral oil, we are working with an Italian here!

[@geniusequipment]

Of course, olive oil would be more appropriate haha but we actually use food grade grease :) We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the video!

[@lessormore]

@@geniusequipment whats the use of little spring? i mean what function it do? i lost one

[@javiervera3556]

Thanks from Spain , very useful video.

[@wolterl9899]

It help me a lot.. thank you! Just for info: my coffe machine have the same gadget like this, i disassembly after 4 years and the parts are not really old to change it (just black in some points) but i need to replace all the block of plastic because i lost the spring.. if your bracket its not really old (i think 5+ years) just put it in the water with winegar or cleanin the entire machine with descaler.. you dont waste time

[@beatriceschlabowsky9828]

Instructions are very clear and feel confident that I can do this. Where can I buy the spare parts?

[@rickstokes2239]

Thanks for the vid. I’m actually leaving the pressurized assembly out and using it as a single stream portafilter so I can get better extraction with the grind / grams / tamping.

[@WhiteLotusOm]

Thank you for taking the time to do this! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼☕️

[@BakonyiZsolt]

Thank you for saving my Gaggia Viva Style ☕ machine filter. I've dropped it and the spring unloaded. This filter in the video is exactly the same as mine.

[@elijahluckey7852]

Thank you for this video. I was able to follow this exact tutorial for my Gaggia Carezza Deluxe "Crema Perfetta Portafilter". Worked perfectly after cleaning.

[@M.Klein.]

Nice video! Additional question: the machine is sold with 2 gaskets - i am only able to use the 2-cup one. the 1-cup gasket leaks as it is not tight. Any solution on this issue? Secondly - why is the handle twistable (approx 20 degrees) on the gasket? is there any function that is not explained in the manual?

[@GabrielleCarbonneau]

You’re a natural teacher! Thank you!

[@othmanehanafi7228]

Thank u for the video ,any one have the link to by the valve and the other changed matériels

[@exchaoordo]

Super helpful and thanks for posting. Only problem is the filter kit from Saeco didn't come with a new spring, which seems to be the key to the whole operation. Can I get a new one?

[@geniusequipment]

Hi Dan, thank you for reaching out. Please contact [e-mail] for all parts inquiries and questions. We will be happy to help sort this out for you! Cheers!

[@jamesg2382]

Thankyou. A very concise and easy to follow guide.

[@joseng2396]

Thanks mate! I could fix what looked broken (the arm spring movement stopped working) by cleaning and assembling the whole system again following your instruction at no cost

[@CGoffF]

Thanks so much for the video and your quick services. I will drink my coffee in your honor tomorrow morning !

[@Kapeluszu]

I love this video! It saved my frugal fb marketplace buy and I am more than happy. Thank you!!

[@jimz6076]

Thank you so much for producing this video. Profor Keri must not know that there is food grade mineral oil that is to maintain and restore your wood and bamboo cutting boards, butcher blocks and other wood products in the kitchen. Our oil is made from the pure USP grade white mineral oil that is enriched with vitamin E for added shelf stability and wood absorption. Let's start being positive. Great Video never could have done it with out you.

[@geniusequipment]

Thanks for the explanation!! We are always happy to help :)

[@vfiset]

Thanks for this video. You saved me. The key part I was missing was to mount the portafilter on something like your box to rebuild it. It changed everything. Cheers

[@GrumpSkull]

Thanks for the video. The inside of mine had encrustations of coffee build up. Yuk! I could not work out how the big spring loop fitted then I noticed one of the posts the end sat on was busted off after watching your vid. Repair kits on eBay from Bulgaria seem to be the cheapest source. Less than AU$30 delivered. While I wait I can still make coffee without the mechanism but no smooth 'crema' on top.

[@lowweeyien1014]

If I accidentally used the Cafiza to clean my portalfilter and it oxidized my portalfilter, do u hv any good solution to get rid of the dull grey on my portalfilter?

[@matteoxyz3953]

Hi!a answer :sometime when i make 2 cup of coffee when machine pull out the coffee this pieces turn and goes down..😫why it make so?😓thanks

[@italianmktmaven]

is it possible to just buy the plastic part? I think that is all i need

[@zoomboom3003]

What's the spring action actually does?

[@smiley00]

Could you please tell me in detail what the flat plastic part with the orange seal part is used for? My portafilter doesn't have one, but I have the part, I just haven't used the machine with the orange seal part you replaced.

[@83juancpt]

What is the function of the small spring and lever under the pin , accidentally broke the pin holding that spring is it essential in the functioning of the machine still able to make espresso but the crema is less than it use to be

[@geniusequipment]

Hi Juan, thank you for your question! The spring essentially pressurizes the water flowing through the coffee and it helps with producing more crema. If you prefer a lot of crema, that pin piece would need to be replaced.

[@bandung76]

This video saved my day!! Very detailed explanation, thank you so much!!

[@aggeloselsisi3715]

You saved me 80 euros mate!! Thank you!

[@geniusequipment]

We are glad we could help!

[@ReductioAdAbsurdum1]

Thanks, this was helpful and solved my problem

[@montserratpolo360]

No entiendo Inglés pero me ha sido de gran utilidad ,me podrías decir cómo se llama la pieza de plástico blanca ,muchas gracias

[@jozsefmihaly9381]

Welcome! Why does the coffee bracket roll down during cooking ?! Look forward to your reply. Mihaly Jozsef

[@abmulhim]

What about the machine itself? How to clean it?

[@marcofreitas5321]

Thank you very much for showing the assembly!

[@simplemarryman5305]

Thank you for the video, a rare one I think.

[@codinky01]

Thanks, I was experiencing difficulty until I watched this.

[@plamenivanov9926]

Thanks for the help! Great video! :)

[@castor0700]

Thanks for the video. Can anyone help? Every time I reassemble this the main spiring fails to stay on the shorter pin - meaning that after a few turns the portafilter has no resistance in it. Any ideas why it keeps coming off?

[@annmacleod827]

Great explanation and video; I wonder if you can be specific about where to buy this saeco portafilter repair kit??? It does not seem to be available from Saeco. Thanks!!

[@geniusequipment]

Hi Ann, We are happy to hear that you find our video helpful! If you would like to purchase the Saeco portafilter repair kit, you can go to our online store linked at the end of the video (minute 10:04) or you can visit us at www.geniusequipment.com

[@LUKEFOUREYES]

I installed the new rebuild kit, but I don't know why the needle / spillo in idle position is closed (I can sense with my nail without the filter basket) when I try to make the coffee, nothing flow down. It's like the cam spring is not strong enough to bring the cam in the position where the needle is lifted. Do you have any idea why is not working properly?

[@M.J.Nakayama]

Same problem here. If I put the old black disc in, it works, but the new one does not. So something about the new disc is preventing the valve from opening.

[@LUKEFOUREYES]

@@M.J.Nakayama I have tried to put old disc and old valve but still the hole is obstructed, I can sense with my nails

[@talegas4866]

Nice instructions and video. Some of the close ups were not that clear, but by pausing the video before the close up I was able to see what you meant. I know it takes time, but post production editing could make the trick! :) One comment/question: Why changing the valve? I mean, doesn't the springs are the ones that controls the opening of the valve when the correct pressure is reached? I would argue changing the plastic is just to avoid cleaning it up (or when it is actually broken), but the springs are the most important items related to the pressure.. no?

[@eugenioadiletta8955]

Thank you for your message and for the constructive criticism. This will help us to improve. Regarding your question of why to replace the valve when the springs are the one controlling the pressure. Truthfully if the springs are gone it's time to replace the plastic valve. In our case the plastic valve had a lot of build up and replacement was really needed. In the case someone doesn't want to open it they can do a cleaning cycle but if the issue is not resolved with the cleaning cycle the opening and doing what we show is the best way to go about it.

[@caposumo]

its work same whitout the small spring ?

[@manonvaillancourt9562]

Hi, thank you for the video. All my parts are right in place and the machanism works well perhaps when I place the screws there is a sligth flotting of the handle like if the screws are not tight anough but they are tight and I can see that it cannot go further. I align the handle as showed. Is it possible that the big spring is now too soft? I hope my question is clear since I am Francophone.

[@KrisPucci]

what is the best method to clean the filter basket?

[@yanasitta]

You don't need a ratchet bit, you can just insert the basket. Good video.

[@shelleyepton1108]

where do you buy a plate & gasket for the portafilter. i used mine for 18 years need new parts please, please where

[@andreadelucia4969]

This is awesome thanks a lot! It was good to put all the parts back together

[@glenngiaimo7489]

Do you know where I can order a repair kit for this portafilter? Or is there a part number that you can provide so that I can search for a repair kit? Great video, by the way!

[@geniusequipment]

Hi Glenn, You can find the portafilter kit and other parts on our website! www.geniusequipment.com/collections/spare-part-kits/products/saeco-portafilter-kit Thank you!

[@1234papasof]

So well explained ! Very well made tutorial. Thanks a lot. You just saved me lots of trouble.

[@geniusequipment]

Happy to help!

[@gabordudas5404]

Hi! I cleaned my portafilter according to this video, but unfortunately I lost the little spring somewhere.... I tried the machine and it seems to work great. What is the function of the little spring? Is it OK to run the machine without it?

[@gabordudas5404]

SO this spring: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/184126635970

[@jimpomeroy9258]

Great video. Followed exactly and porta-filter works like new now. Thank you.

[@elisabethcardinal6410]

everything is clean but i can still not manage to do the click on the disc. Is it supposed to be easily done?

[@gomezjoseav]

I can’t get it done either, is this an issue with the disc?

[@gomezjoseav]

elisabeth cardinal i grabbed it and made pressure from underneath and the top at the same time, not like in the video. That made the click, its a very loud click and the part should not move at all. Hope this helps

[@KatieEllert]

Would cleaning this / replacing these parts resolve issues with portafilter sneeze? I have to let my machine sit for 15+ minutes before I can take my portafilter off or else it explodes grounds all over my kitchen

[@M.J.Nakayama]

No. By the time I finish steaming milk, the pressure has dropped enough that I can remove the PF without it sneezing.

[@saewanahmadi1237]

Excellent explanation 👏👏👏

[@dariopapale5731]

Thanks, super clear and useful

[@isays15]

Excellent!! You save my coffee machine. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@basslachnith865]

Thank you! I just saw what I missed when I put it all together after cleaning. At some point the spring didn't move backward the handle. It was the click on the disc that I have missed somehow.

[@elisabethcardinal6410]

Was it easy to do the click? I've been trying for a while now and it doesn't do it even if I follow everything said in the video.

[@Nathvader]

You’re awesome! Great detail.

[@iceoue]

7:15 It's easier to pull the plate out of the case, then insert the white plastic mechanism into place, and then insert the plate until it clicks.

[@gianfrancoclara7937]

Si può avere traduzione in italiano?

[@jordanottaviani8601]

Perhaps an odd question, but is it possible to turn a pressurized portafilter into a non-pressurized? If you remove the mechanism and valve, would it function as a non-pressurized portafilter? Thanks in advance for your reply.

[@andreymarkin6346]

your question tells me....you have plans to try producing true expresso ...but it needs many very expensive parts. One of them is coffe grinder...I tried to make so for some times without success. I drilled out small orifice in very old and cheap device equiped with a portafilter similar to DeLonghi system but in opposite my portafilter is demountable that makes drilling easy.... Oh forgot to mention, Please excuse my english. About coffee grinder. One from DeLonghi at 50 euro does not help in this ...reseach.

[@kick2down]

Thank you very much! Now I can continue enjoying the espresso my machine does.

[@miro0o92]

Great guide ! Helped me a lot !!! Keep it up

[@anamariacollazzi81]

Excelente tu explicación. El inconveniente es que no se puede ver la imagen completa porque la cubren los subtítulos. Igual logré armar el portafiltro. Muchas gracias

[@osopanda963]

Excelente explicación, muy detallada. Muchas gracias por su aporte.

[@n1xan]

Thanks a million! managed to repair my lovely old machine.

[@howardleibovitch5393]

Thanks. absolutely helpful

[@ibitconsulting4988]

Thank you, a great help, much appreciated.

[@triconte4418]

Can I use a 51 mm filter there?

[@geniusequipment]

Hi there, Is it the Portafilter basket the one you are trying to fit? If so, the Saeco Portafilter uses a 60mm basket, it could be that the one you are trying to use is not compatible. We haven't seen any other part that is interchangeable with this model but the original from Saeco. We have the original part available, please visit our online store, geniusequipment.com if the part you are looking for is not there, feel free to contact us directly at [e-mail]. Cheers,

[@ancahorvat78]

Thanks you! Very much.!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ocachambinaoeaqui]

Thank you very much for your help!

[@cherylpangborn5034]

Thanks so much. Great video,,

[@vittoriodrummer62]

Thank you from Argentina Bro!

[@jimz6076]

Amazon has a complete kit, search Saeco - Complete Repair Kit for pressurized portafilter

[@sumonlahiri8937]

Thanks so much, it helped me save a lot of money doing it myself, once I got the parts for it.

[@brucegalanter2556]

Where did you get the parts. I am looking for the valve assembly

[@albertoplasencia1735]

you changed everything but didn't clean the filter... how to clean these micro holes?

[@MTAlex73]

Easiest way I have found, and works amazingly, burn the coffee out of the holes with your gas stove top or small propane torch. Very fast, and every hole will be unclogged.

[@dani7990]

Thanks a lot. I repair my portafilter with your video

[@largowin5571]

Merci ÉNORMÉMENT pour cette vidéo!!!

[@geniusequipment]

Merci d'avoir regardé et je suis heureux que la vidéo vous ait été utile, j'espère que vous restez bien caféiné

[@javierromero2439]

You helped me fix my new machine!! Thank you!!!

[@geniusequipment]

Glad we could help!

[@Perly53]

Thank you! I cleaned it all out. It probably needs new parts, so I'll order them and replace the old ones.

[@geniusequipment]

Please feel free to go to our website and order the parts you need! geniusequipment.com

[@millbill8515]

where i can get these replacemant parts?

[@geniusequipment]

Hi There, you can purchase it in our online store, the link is at the end of the video :) Cheers.