OEM Thermoplan Coffee System Cleaning Tablets — also known as Thermo Coffee Tabs (Part #128.540) - are factory-approved tablets designed to clean the coffee brewing system on Thermoplan Black&White 4 and Black&White 4c (Compact) super automatic espresso machines.
 
These tablets are formulated specifically for Thermoplan’s automatic coffee system cleaning programs, ensuring proper dosing, effective removal of coffee oils, and safe operation of internal components.
 
Compatible Thermoplan Machines
Thermoplan Black&White 4
Thermoplan Black&White 4c (Compact)
Black&White 4 CTM
Black&White 4 CTS
Black&White 4 Competizione
(Coffee system cleaning tablets are required on all Black&White4 variants.)
 
What the Coffee System Cleaning Tablets Do
Thermoplan coffee system cleaning tablets are used to clean the brew group and internal coffee brewing components, removing:
Coffee oils
Ground coffee residue
Brewing system buildup
These tablets are not interchangeable with milk system cleaning tablets and should only be used during coffee system cleaning cycles.
 
Tablet Specifications
Tablet type: Coffee system cleaning
Tablet color: Red
Tablet weight: 6 grams
Part number: 128.540
Use: Automatic coffee system cleaning programs only
 
Cleaning Frequency (Typical Use)
Coffee system cleaning is typically performed every 48–72 hours, or when prompted by the machine.
Always follow on-screen instructions and manufacturer-recommended cleaning procedures.
 
Why Use OEM Thermoplan Coffee Cleaning Tablets
Thermoplan requires the use of OEM, factory-approved cleaning tablets to:
Ensure proper execution of automatic cleaning cycles
Protect the brew group and internal components
Prevent dosing and program errors
Maintain warranty compliance on Black&White 4 machines
Using non-approved tablets may result in improper cleaning or machine damage.
 
Thermoplan Coffee System Cleaning Tablets
31-count • 6-gram tablets
62-count • 6-gram tablets
OEM Thermo Coffee Tabs – Part #128.540
 
FAQ
What are Thermo Coffee Tabs used for?
Thermo Coffee Tabs are used to clean the coffee brewing system on Thermoplan Black&White 4 machines. They remove coffee oils and residue from the brew group during automatic coffee system cleaning cycles.
 
Are these the same coffee cleaning tablets sold by BUNN?
Yes. These are OEM Thermoplan Coffee System Cleaning Tablets (Part #128.540 and sold under part # 55300.1522), manufactured to Thermoplan specifications and approved for use in Black&White 4 machines.
 
Do I need coffee cleaning tablets if I don’t use milk?
Yes. Coffee system cleaning tablets are required on all Black&White 4 machines, regardless of whether the milk system is used.
 
How often should I run coffee system cleaning on a Black&White 4?
Coffee system cleaning is typically required every 48–72 hours, or whenever prompted by the machine. Follow on-screen instructions for proper cleaning intervals.
 
Can I use coffee cleaning tablets for milk system cleaning?
No. Coffee system cleaning tablets and milk system cleaning tablets are formulated differently and are not interchangeable. Always use the correct tablet for each cleaning cycle.
 
Will these work with the Black&White 4 Compact (4c)?
Yes. These coffee system cleaning tablets are fully compatible with Black&White 4 and Black&White 4c (Compact) models.
 
Can I use third-party coffee cleaning tablets?
No. Thermoplan requires the use of authorized, OEM cleaning tablets to ensure proper cleaning, protect internal components, and maintain warranty compliance.
 
Which key do I use for coffee system cleaning?
Thermoplan coffee system cleaning tablets are installed using the red cleaning key during the machine’s automatic coffee system cleaning cycle.
 
Always follow the on-screen instructions provided by the machine and Thermoplan’s manufacturer-recommended cleaning procedures.
 
Need milk system cleaning tablets too?
View our complete Thermoplan Cleaning Tablets Monthly Supply for Black&White 4 machines.
 
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