Profitec MOVE: Group Head Cleaning and Maintenance 

Please note that while the images and maintenance video displayed below feature the Pro 300, these instructions are applicable for the MOVE and the same tools are required. 

Cleaning the Group Head & Backflushing 

1. Remove the portafilter basket and insert the backflush basket into your portafilter. Add 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) of Cafetto EVO Espresso Machine Cleaner. Lock your portafilter into the group head.
2. Once you remove the shower screen, use a group head brush to clean the the group head including the group head gasket area. Pop the shower screen in your portafilter and scrub both sides of the shower screen. 
3. Optionally, you can soak the shower screen and portafilter basket in a cup with (1L) hot water from the MOVE's hot water spout and 1 teaspoon of Cafetto for around 15-30 minutes, depending on how dirty they are. Ensure that you do not submerge the portafilter handle in the cleaning solution. 
4. Activate the brew cycle for ~10 seconds and allow the machine to release pressure. Repeat ~10 times. The frequency depends on how dirty your group head is. Once the water runs clear and there is no soap residue left is an indicator that your backflush is complete. 
5. Remove the portafilter. Activate brew cycle and rinse portafilter in stream of water from group head. Stop the brew cycle. Wipe dry with a clean microfiber towel. 
6. Make and discard a shot of espresso (only for detergent backflush).
7. Rinse with water and put filters back (only for detergent backflush).

Incorportaing backflushing into your monthly maintenance routine takes just five minutes and pays off in better-tasting espresso and fewer repairs, but it doesn’t clean everything beneath the dispersion screen. A quick scrub or replacing the screen can make a noticeable difference in the cup. Removing and cleaning the dispersion screen is a simple weekly task that helps keep your machine performing at its best. Below, we’ll cover how to remove, clean, and reinstall the most common types of screens.

Automatic Backflush Programming

In your Profitec MOVE PID menu, you have the ability to run an automatic backflush. Here is a step by step guide: 

1. First, we will set the automatic cleaning reminder. Open the menu by pressing and holding the left and right PID buttons for 3 seconds. 
2. Cycle through the menu options until you reach the Cleaning Reminders submenu. 
3. Select your desired shot interval using the left and right PID buttons to be reminded of when to backflush: 90 espresso shots, for example. To confirm your selection, press the single cup shot button.
4. Follow steps 1-3 as outlined in the previous section. 
5. Next, enter the PID menu and cycle through the options until you reach the Automated Cleaning submenu and select and confirn the ON option by pressing the single cup brew button.
6. The machine will now begin an automated backflush by counting down from 135 seconds. It perfoms these flushes in intervals of 10. If you'd like to end the backflush early, you can press one of the shot pulling buttons. 

Replacing the Group Head Gasket & Shower Screen

We recommend replacing the group gasket and screen yearly. You can find group head maintenance kits in our web store:
Profitec Pro 300 Group Head Maintenance Kit

Below are photo instructions for removing the Pro 300 & MOVE group head gasket and shower screen. Before proceeding, we recommend turning off your machine and letting it cool down. Tools required for this include:

Now that you’ve cleaned your group head, rejoice at the clear, concise flavor you’ve helped your machine produce! Cheers!