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ECM Mechanika V Slim: Draining Instructions

Here's how to drain your Mechanika V Slim for storage or shipment.

Tools Needed:
- Small pitcher
-Large pitcher
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1) Begin with your machine fully heated.


2) Remove the reservoir from your machine.

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3) Lift the brew lever and allow water to flow out of the group head into a pitcher.

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4) Open your hot water wand and allow all of the water to drain out.

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5) Allow your machine to fully cool with the group and hot water open. Close them back up before packaging.
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​NOTE: If you need to drain the boiler, but the machine doesn't heat, follow the instructions below.
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1) Remove the panels from the machine.
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2) Lay a towel down on a flat surface and set the machine on top of it. It would be best to do this near a sink or the edge of a counter with a large bucket.
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3) Use a 17mm crescent wrench or adjustable wrench to unscrew the compression fitting shown.
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4) Water will immediately start draining from the boiler. Tilt the machine over the sink or bucket until flow from the boiler stops.
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5) Reattach the compression fitting and put the panels back on the machine.
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