3 Easy Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Soft Serve Machine Running Smoothly

Your soft serve ice cream machine is a big investment — and a key part of your business during the warmer months. To keep it running at its best and serving perfect swirls every time, a little regular maintenance goes a long way. Here are three simple tips to follow every three days to ensure performance, hygiene, and long-term reliability.

1. 🧴 Grease All Seals Every 3 Days

Your machine contains multiple seals that help keep the system airtight and running efficiently. These seals need regular greasing to avoid wear, leaks, and unnecessary strain on the motor.

Top Tip: Use the food-safe lubricant gel provided with your machine — it’s designed specifically for our models and ensures smooth operation without risk of contamination.

2. 🧼 Run a Full Cleaning Cycle Every 3 Days

Keeping your machine clean isn’t just about hygiene — it also prevents blockages and helps maintain consistent product quality. We recommend running a full cleaning cycle every three days using the cleaning solution we provide.

We supply Stera-Sheen, a high-quality sanitiser and cleaner that’s trusted across the industry. It removes fats and proteins without damaging machine components and ensures your machine is safe and ready to go.

3. 🥛 Replace Your Ice Cream Mix Every 3 Days

Even if the mix looks and smells fine, we strongly advise replacing it at least every three days. Why? Because build-up can start to form in the hopper and pipes over time, which affects flavour and hygiene — even if the machine looks clean from the outside.

Bonus tip: Always clean the hopper before adding a fresh batch of mix to prevent cross-contamination or residue.

💡 Stick to the 3-Day Rule

Whether it’s greasing, cleaning, or replacing the mix, doing these three steps every three days will keep your machine running smoothly — and help you avoid downtime or costly repairs. A little regular upkeep makes a big difference in the long run.

Need more guidance on soft serve care & maintenance or want to order more cleaning supplies? Give us a call on 01942 607634 or send us an email to office@absolutedrinks.net.