On a list of items regarding a water softening system

English translation: decalcification /descaling solution

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Italian term or phrase:antincrostante
English translation:decalcification /descaling solution
Entered by: Gian

16:31 Apr 2, 2006
Italian to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Materials (Plastics, Ceramics, etc.) / antincrostante
Italian term or phrase: On a list of items regarding a water softening system
Hello Everyone,

I understand the jist of the word but cannot find the English version of it. Any ideas?

antincrostante

Thanks in Advance
Maria Johnson
Local time: 03:15
decalcification /descaling solution
Explanation:
http://www.wholelattelove.com/articles/decalcifying_espresso...

Why Decalcify?
One of the best things you can do for an espresso machine is most commonly forgotten. It is very important **to decalcify** your espresso machine on a regular basis. The **decalcification** process applies only to home units and super automatics. Do not decalcify a machine with a commercial/heat exchanger style boiler. Due to its design and size, it is difficult to remove the **decalcification solution** from it without taking it apart. These machines are to be backflushed only. There is a list of machines below to let you know which process and which cleaning product you should use.
What is Decalcifying?


In the dictionary, decalcify means the removal or loss of calcium or calcium deposits. As a note, **decalcifying and descaling** are terms used interchangeably and mean the same thing. When you decalcify your machine, you are removing the calcium and mineral build up that happens in the boiler, brew group, frothing wand, and other related parts.

On those displays, you will also see a message or an indicator light to remind you to decalcify the machine. If your machine is like this, you will need to refer to the “Descaling” section of your owner’s manual and follow the directions.
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5 +1decalcification /descaling solution
Gian
4prevents limescale/hard water deposits
Rosanna Palermo
3anticrostanti
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prevents limescale/hard water deposits


Explanation:
prevents hard water deposits
from: brita
NEW Elemaris
Elemaris systems use Maxtra, the NEW Brita cartridge with 20% improved limescale reduction for best ever performance... More




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Rosanna Palermo
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anticrostanti


Explanation:
Anti-scaling or non-scaling

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Note added at 31 mins (2006-04-02 17:02:24 GMT)
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De-Scaler

Item Name: Lime Away (Descaler)
Item #: J500

Description:
Lime-Away is a concentrated blend of mild organic and mineral acids formulated to remove calcium and other hard water mineral deposits in automatic dish machines. It is a low foaming, effective de-scaler for washer arms, spray jets and interior walls. Lime-Away keeps dishwashers clean to maximize rinsing action. Regular use helps prevent some breakdowns and expensive service calls. It leaves no residual odor and is completely biodegradable. Lime-Away is available in 2.5-gallon containers and 55-gallon drums.

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Note added at 31 mins (2006-04-02 17:02:46 GMT)
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De-Scaler

Item Name: Lime Away (Descaler)
Item #: J500

Description:
Lime-Away is a concentrated blend of mild organic and mineral acids formulated to remove calcium and other hard water mineral deposits in automatic dish machines. It is a low foaming, effective de-scaler for washer arms, spray jets and interior walls. Lime-Away keeps dishwashers clean to maximize rinsing action. Regular use helps prevent some breakdowns and expensive service calls. It leaves no residual odor and is completely biodegradable. Lime-Away is available in 2.5-gallon containers and 55-gallon drums.


    Reference: http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=it&u=http://w...
    Reference: http://www.chimicadagostino.com/lista_prodotti.asp?id_prod=2...
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decalcification /descaling solution


Explanation:
http://www.wholelattelove.com/articles/decalcifying_espresso...

Why Decalcify?
One of the best things you can do for an espresso machine is most commonly forgotten. It is very important **to decalcify** your espresso machine on a regular basis. The **decalcification** process applies only to home units and super automatics. Do not decalcify a machine with a commercial/heat exchanger style boiler. Due to its design and size, it is difficult to remove the **decalcification solution** from it without taking it apart. These machines are to be backflushed only. There is a list of machines below to let you know which process and which cleaning product you should use.
What is Decalcifying?


In the dictionary, decalcify means the removal or loss of calcium or calcium deposits. As a note, **decalcifying and descaling** are terms used interchangeably and mean the same thing. When you decalcify your machine, you are removing the calcium and mineral build up that happens in the boiler, brew group, frothing wand, and other related parts.

On those displays, you will also see a message or an indicator light to remind you to decalcify the machine. If your machine is like this, you will need to refer to the “Descaling” section of your owner’s manual and follow the directions.


Gian
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