Lelit Bianca

MakerLelit
BoilerDual boiler
Brew boiler0.8 L
Steam boiler1.5 L
Water tank2.5 L
Plumb-inYes, or reservoir
Voltage (US)120V
Maker's water filter70 l water softener filter

What water does this machine require?

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  • pH, pH 6.5–7.5. Guidance the maker gives as an ideal, a recommendation or a care tier, not as a limit. The maker's words for pH.
  • Total hardness, 0–110 ppm as CaCO3 (0–110 mg/L as CaCO3, our conversion). Guidance the maker gives as an ideal, a recommendation or a care tier, not as a limit. The maker's words for Total hardness.
  • Carbonate hardness (KH), 40–75 ppm as CaCO3 (40–75 mg/L as CaCO3, our conversion). Guidance the maker gives as an ideal, a recommendation or a care tier, not as a limit. The maker's words for Carbonate hardness (KH).
  • Chloride, below 30 ppm. Guidance the maker gives as an ideal, a recommendation or a care tier, not as a limit. The maker's words for Chloride.
  • Sulfate, below 50 ppm. Guidance the maker gives as an ideal, a recommendation or a care tier, not as a limit. The maker's words for Sulfate.

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The maker's water guidance

What the maker says this machine needs from its water. This is machine care, not drinking-water advice.

From Lelit's guidance for this model.

  • Total chlorine: up to 0 ppm as Cl2

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • pH: 6.5–7.5

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Total hardness: 0–110 ppm as CaCO3

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Carbonate hardness: 40–75 ppm as CaCO3

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Chloride: up to 30 ppm

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Sulfate: up to 50 ppm as SO4

    “Below you can see the profile that we suggest for a good and stable extraction: Parameter Range Chlorine (ppm Cl2) 0 pH 6,5 - 7,5 Total Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 0 - 110 Carbonate Hardness (ppm CaCO3) 40 - 75 Chloride (ppm Cl-) < 30 Sulphate (ppm SO4) < 50”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), Ch. 7 (water profile table), p. 11-12. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Water filter

    “To prevent limescale deposits and grant a better result in the cup, use the water softener filter (M).”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), 15. Limescale prevention, p. 26. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Descaling

    “The descaling of the hydraulic circuit of the machine must be done every year to ensure longevity and constant performances.”

    Lelit Bianca PL162T V3 Extended Guide 2022 REV00 (models PL162T-EU, -AUS, -120, -100; PDF created 2022-05-06; Lelit document hosted by MaxiCoffee), 18. Annual cleaning. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

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