Flair 58x User manual
Parts, bits & goodies for Brewing great Espresso
What’s Included In The Box
CONGRATULATIONS, YOU’RE A HOME BARISTA
Flair 58x Introduction
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Video Tutorials: https://airespresso.com/air-58x-tutorials/
Contact Flair: https://airespresso.com/contact/
VIDEO BREWING TUTORIAL:
The best way to learn is by watching
Welcome to the wonderful world of home espresso, with the Flair 58x. We are so happy
you’re here, and can’t wait to get you started brewing delicious shots for yourself and
your loved ones. But, before we dive in, we wanted to mention a few things rst.
The Flair 58x is a professional grade espresso machine, meaning that you will
need a high-quality burr grinder to eectively dial-in your shots. If you have any
questions with regards to this, please reach out to our team!
This manual is meant to be a brief instruction manual, but more information can
be found on our website via the QR codes. We feel video brewing guides are the
best way to learn.
Finally, if you encounter any questions or challenges, please reach out to our
world-class customer service team. We are always available to help in any way.
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1) Lever Assembly w/ Brew Base
2) Pressure Gauge
3) 3-Piece Lever Hook
4) Plunger Stem
5) Valve Plunger
(in Brew Cylinder)
6) Brew Cylinder
7) Cable Attach Point & Cap
(preheat cable sold separately)
8) 58mm Portalter &
Low Flow Basket
9) Attachment for Mirror
(mirror sold separately)
10) Base
11) Drip Tray
12) Tamper
13) Puck Screen
A FEW MINUTES OF WORK FOR A LIFETIME OF ESPRESSO
Assembly Out Of The Box
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Insert the portalter with
the handle just to the
right of the lowered lever.
Turn counter-clockwise to
lock (roughly 4 o’clock)
(a) Lower lever and ll brew cylinder to rim with water (b) Raise lever enough to unseat stem
and open valve allowing water to ll head space below (c) Continue to raise lever slowly, and
water will pass through the valve and into the brewing chamber (d) Top-o chamber through
opening made between stem and plunger once lever is fully raised
(a) (c) (d)
(b)
A SEAMLESS WAY TO BREW BACK-TO-BACK SHOTS
Using Your Valve Plunger
You’re Seconds Away FROM HANDCRAFTED ESPRESSO
Brewing With Your Flair 58x
#1 - Prepare the Flair
(a) Lower lever for preheat (b) Boil water and preheat your Flair 58x brew cylinder via the described
method on the following page (c) If preferred, you can preheat your portalter basket with hot water
as well, but must dry completely before adding coee grounds
#2 - Prepare the Portalter & Brew Head
(a) Grind roughly 18 grams of freshly roasted beans with an espresso capable burr grinder (b)
Add grounds to the dry portalter and tamp (c) Add puck screen on top of tamped grounds
and (d) re-insert portalter by aligning it with the brew base and rotating the portalter handle
counterclockwise until it is rmly in place, at roughly the 4 o’clock position - Do not over-rotate (e)
Lower the lever and ll your brew head using the valve plunger as described below
#3 - Brew your Espresso
(a) Slowly lower lever to build pressure and begin brewing (b) Target a shot duration of 30-35
seconds at 6-9 BAR using the pressure gauge as reference (c) When desired shot weight/volume is
reached, or lever is fully lowered, raise the lever to start position
#4 - Purge your System
(a) Place empty cup on drip tray (b) Expel remaining water by lowering the lever all the way down
to expel remaining liquid, repeat as needed (c) Rotate portalter clockwise to remove for cleaning
1 22 CAUTION: Do not
rotate, reposition or
remove the Silicone
Sleeve or wires as
you may cause the
brew head to fail.
Install brew cylinder onto brew base - Rotate
counterclockwise to lock - and note, your 58x
is electric capable, heed the caution above
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(c)
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(a) Locate slot on plunger (b)
Insert stem tab under plunger
lip opposite slot (c) Lower
second tab into slot and rotate
stem to lock - gauge will face
front*
Disassemble 3-piece
lever hook, lower
and attach to stem &
reinsert the latch & pin
to lock hook to stem
Latch
Pin
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Assembled lever hook
will enclose stem &
lock in place. Latch
will t into notches on
opposite sides of hook
Pin
Stem
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Use included wrench if
friction-lock requires more
or less tension, or if quick-
release is not needed,
tighten until resistance is
felt—do not over-tighten!
*Note: The plunger will rotate over time, and when the tab of the stem is aligned with the slot of the plunger the two parts may
disengage from each other. If this happens, follow the cleaning instructions to remove your plunger and re-orient correctly.
Bolt base & lever assembly
together rmly with two provided
screws. Ensure lever is in
alignment before tightening.
Keep Your Flair in Tip Top Shape
Cleaning Your Flair 58x
1. Dissasemble and detach
locking hook, then use stem
to remove plunger
3. For more thorough
cleaning, place a cup
beneath your Flair 58x
and ush with cool water
before wiping
2. Use damp cloth to wipe
the inside and bottom of
the brew head. Also wipe
the plunger
Before cleaning, always ensure that your brew head has cooled and never immerse the brew
head in water. If you have upgraded to the electrical system, ensure this is o before cleaning.
No Soap Needed!
Keep Outside
Surface &
Wires Dry!
See our online “Safety and Instructions Guide” via the QR code for more information.
Flair’s World-class customer service is a snap away
Troubleshoot Your Flair 58x
Reach Us Directly: https://airespresso.com/contact/
GET PLUGGED IN
Upgrading Your 58x to Electric Preheating
THERMAL MANAGEMENT FOR ANY ESPRESSO
Preheating Your Flair 58x
(a) Place empty cup under your Flair 58x to catch preheat water (b) Lower lever so valve
plunger is at bottom of brew cylinder (c) Fill brew cylinder with water just o the boil
(d) Allow to sit for at least 45 seconds then (e) raise lever slowly, allowing preheat water
to pass through valve plunger and into cup (f) Repeat as necessary
Your Flair 58x is manual and non-electric, and must be preheated with either hot water
or steam, prior to brewing. We suggest using water just o the boil and the method
described below.
Add Just
Boiled Water Let Sit for
45 Seconds
Your Flair 58x is electric capable, and can be upgraded to the
Electric Preheat System by purchasing Flair’s Preheat Controller
System.
Once purchased, simply remove the cap from the back of the
brew cylinder, plug in your preheat controller, and you’ll be
ready to go.
The Preheat System allows you to select one of three brew
temperatures to correspond to dierent roast levels, light,
medium and dark.
But, no matter where you go, your Flair 58x will maintain it’s
ability to brew o the grid.
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