La Marzocco Linea Mini hose algae

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vintoh
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#1: Post by vintoh »

Hello,
While cleaning my reservoir tank today, I've pulled out my the rubber hose of my linea mini and found lots of disgusting algae. Was thinking if anyone have the same issue and if we can get a replacement hose somewhere?


lattenewbie
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#2: Post by lattenewbie »

seemingly, mold is breeding.

My lmlm? so far nothing.

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lagoon
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#3: Post by lagoon »

Are you in the tropics?

sluflyer06
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#4: Post by sluflyer06 »

I'd either email LM home and ask about it or just measure and order good quality food grade tubing in the right size, it's nothing special. I'd suggest Tygon if you source it yourself.

https://www.usplastic.com/mobile/catalo ... goryid=864

vintoh (original poster)
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#5: Post by vintoh (original poster) »

Thanks. Yes I am in the tropics.. :)

Probably replace a tube myself, not sure if anyone face the same issue and have replace a tube..
Not sure about tube specifications.

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HB
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#6: Post by HB »

I've seen similar icky buildup on Camelbak reservoirs when the tubing wasn't cleaned regularly. They sell a cleaning kit for $10 with a thin, long brush for the pickup tube and a big bristled one for the reservoir itself. It's basically the same problem and solution here. In our area, Camelbak products are available at bike shops and sporting goods stores (e.g., REI or Dick's Sporting Goods).
Dan Kehn

Simon345
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#7: Post by Simon345 »

I recently had this as well in Melbourne, Australia on my Linea Mini. Didn't look delicious. Swapped out the hose.

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vintoh (original poster)
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#8: Post by vintoh (original poster) »

Camelbak cleaning kit is a wonderful idea! Thanks!!