Breville espresso machine shows CLEAN ME or a cleaning light and may have slow or uneven flow.

Safety: Allow the machine to cool before disassembling the group head.

Cleaning cycle:

• Insert the cleaning disc (blind filter) into the portafilter and add a Breville cleaning tablet.
• Lock the portafilter into the group head.
• Start the CLEAN ME cycle according to your model's instructions. The machine will automatically pulse water through the 3-way valve.
• After the cycle completes, remove the portafilter, rinse, and run a few blank shots to flush residue.

Manual cleaning:

• Remove the shower screen and dispersion plate. Soak them in hot water with espresso cleaner, then scrub with a soft brush.
• Wipe the group head gasket and surrounding area to remove coffee oils.

Resolution: The CLEAN ME indicator should reset after the cleaning cycle. If flow remains restricted, repeat the process or inspect for scale buildup requiring descaling.