Gaggia Classic Pro: Grouphead Cleaning and Service

Are you getting flow from the brew head without the portafilter attached? You want to see 6 oz of water in about 20 seconds. If it takes longer than that, it may be a clog in the group head components. That  grouphead gasket is responsible for building that pressure in the basket. We recommend changing the stock gasket annually, but if you go with the silicone version you may get like 2-3 years out of it before it needs to be replaced.

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How To: Remove & Service Group Head Components (including stripped screws and stubborn gaskets!)

1. Introduction (00:00)
2. Remove Shower Screen Screw (00:48)
3. Removing a Stubborn Screw (02:15)
4. Nanotech Shower Screen (05:20)
5. Remove Holding Plate (05:45)
6. Stainless Steel Holding Plate (07:55)
7. Remove Group Gasket (08:20)
8. Gasket Removal Trick (09:25)
9. Gasket Install (11:05)
10. Install Holding Plate (11:30)
11. Install Shower Screen (12:17)

Associated Parts:

• Gaggia Classic Pro Shoppable Parts Diagram
• Shower Screen
• Shower Screen Screw
• Shower Holding Plate
• Stainless Steel Shower Holding Plate
• Group Gasket
• Silicone Group Gasket

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Warranty Disclaimer: Failure of normal wear and tear items such as group gaskets, seals, and shower screens are not covered under warranty. Issues due to scale build-up, coffee oil build-up, or lack of maintenance are not covered.