English 02 USER MANUAL Type HD8966 02 EN Read carefully before using the machine. Register your product and get support at www.saeco.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
CAUTION This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service center. Do not immerse machine in water. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not disassemble the machine. There are no parts inside the machine serviceable by the user. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only. 1. Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate corresponds with your voltage. 2.
2 ENGLISH Congratulations on your purchase of a Saeco GranBaristo full automatic coffee machine! To fully benefit from the support that Saeco offers, please register your product at www.saeco.com/welcome. This user manual applies to HD8966. The machine is suitable for preparing espresso coffee using whole coffee beans, and it is supplied with a milk carafe so that you can prepare a perfect Cappuccino or Latte Macchiato in a quick and easy way.
ENGLISH MILK CARAFE..................................................................................................42 Filling the Milk Carafe ........................................................................................................................42 Inserting the Milk Carafe ...................................................................................................................43 Removing the Milk Carafe.............................................................................
4 ENGLISH IMPORTANT Safety Instructions This machine is equipped with safety devices. Nevertheless, read and follow the safety instructions carefully and only use the machine properly as described in these instructions to avoid accidental injury or damage due to improper use of the machine. Keep this user manual for future reference. The term WARNING and this icon warn against possible severe injuries, danger to life and/or damage to the machine.
ENGLISH 5 • Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs. • After switching off the machine by pressing the power button on the back of the machine, remove the mains plug from the wall socket: - if a malfunction occurs; - if the machine will not be used for a long time; - before cleaning the machine. • Pull on the mains plug, not on the power cord. • Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands. • Do not use the machine if the mains plug, the power cord or the machine itself is damaged.
6 ENGLISH aware of the associated dangers or if they are supervised by an adult. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine. • Never insert fingers or other objects into the coffee grinder. Cautions • The machine is for household use only. It is not intended for use in environments such as canteens, staff kitchens of shops, offices, factories or other work environments. • Always put the machine on a flat and stable surface.
ENGLISH 7 • Do not keep the machine at temperature below 0 °C. Residue water in the heating system may freeze and cause damage. • Do not leave water in the water tank if the machine is not used over a long period of time. The water can get contaminated. Use fresh water every time you use the machine. Electromagnetic Fields This appliance complies with all the applicable standards and regulations relating to the exposure to electromagnetic fields.
8 INSTALLATION Product Overview 4 2 1c 1b 1a 5 3 6 7 8 14 15 16 9 10 11 12 13 18 17 20 19 23 22 24 44 45 27 28 29 34 35 36 37 38 30 25 26 31 32 33 39 40 41 42 43 46 47 21
ENGLISH General Description 1a. Coffee bean hopper 1b. Coffee bean hopper tray 1c. Coffee bean hopper lid 2. Cup-warming surface 3. Water tank + lid 4. Coffee bean hopper locking/removal selector switch 5. Pre-ground coffee compartment 6. Service door button 7. Control panel 8. Removable coffee dispensing spout 9. Service door 10. Brew group locking/removal handle 11. Drip tray (internal) 12. Coffee grounds drawer 13. Brew group 14. Full drip tray indicator 15. Cup holder grill 16. Drip tray (external) 17.
10 ENGLISH PREPARING FOR USE Machine Packaging The original packaging has been designed and constructed to protect the machine during transport. We recommend keeping the packaging material for possible future transport. Machine Installation 1 Remove the drip tray with grill and the carafe from the packaging. 2 Remove the machine from the packaging. 3 For best use, it is recommended to: • • • Choose a safe, level surface where there will be no danger of overturning the machine or being injured.
ENGLISH 11 5 Lift the left outer lid. 6 Remove the water tank by using the handle incorporated on the inner lid. 7 Rinse the water tank with fresh water. 8 Fill the water tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX level and put it back into the machine. Make sure it is fully inserted. Caution: Never fill the water tank with warm, hot, sparkling water or any other liquid, as this may cause damage to the water tank and the machine. 9 Remove the coffee bean hopper lid. Slowly pour in the coffee beans.
12 ENGLISH 11 Insert the plug into the socket located on the back of the machine. 12 Insert the plug on the other end of the power cord into a wall socket with suitable power voltage. 13 Switch the power button on the back of the machine to “I” to turn on the machine. 14 Press the button to turn on the machine. Demo Mode Function The machine is equipped with an operation simulating function. DEMO MODE ON By keeping the “ ” button pressed for more than 8 seconds, the machine enters the demo mode.
ENGLISH 13 USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME When using the machine for the first time, the following activities need to happen: 1) You have to select the language. 2) The machine will perform an automatic rinse/cleaning cycle. 3) You need to perform a manual rinse cycle. Language Selection At first start up, the language must be selected. 1 The following display is shown.
14 ENGLISH Automatic Rinse/Cleaning Cycle When warm-up has been completed, the machine automatically performs a rinse/self-cleaning cycle of the internal circuits with fresh water. This takes less than a minute. 1 Place a container under the coffee dispensing spout to catch the small amount of water which will be dispensed. 2 The following display is shown. Wait for the cycle to finish automatiRINSING cally. Note: To stop dispensing, press the “ ” button.
ENGLISH 15 Manual Rinse Cycle You need to perform a rinse cycle when using the machine for the first time. During this process, the coffee brewing cycle is activated and fresh water flows through the dispensing spout. This takes a few minutes. 1 Place a container under the coffee dispensing spout. 2 Check that the machine shows the following display. PROFILE SAECO REGULAR 3 Press the " " button to access the aroma selection menu.
16 ENGLISH 6 When choosing the product, the machine asks you to confirm that INSERT PREGROUND COFFEE AND PRESS OK ground coffee has been inserted. Press the “ ” button. The machine will start dispensing water from the coffee dispensing spout. When dispensing has been completed, empty the container. 7 Remove the protection cover. Note: Store the cover with care. 8 Slightly tilt the water dispensing spout and insert it all the way into the guides of the machine.
ENGLISH 17 11 Press the “ ” button. SPECIAL BEVERAGES HOT WATER RISTRETTO ESPRESSO MILD ESPRESSO INTENSE 12 Press the “ HOT WATER ” button. At the end of the warm-up phase, the machine starts dispensing water. INSERT WATER SPOUT 13 After dispensing water, remove and empty the container. 14 Repeat the operations from step 10 to 13 until the water tank is empty, then continue with step 15. 15 At the end, fill the water tank again up to the MAX level.
18 ENGLISH Measuring and Programming Water Hardness Water hardness measuring is very important in order to define the machine descaling frequency and to install the “INTENZA+” water filter (for more details on the water filter, see next chapter). To measure the water hardness follow the steps below: 1 Immerse the water hardness test strip (supplied with the machine) in water for 1 second. Note: The test strip can only be used for one single measurement. 2 Wait for one minute.
ENGLISH 19 5 Press the “ MENU ” button to select “SETTINGS”. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS MENU 6 Press “ ” to confirm. 7 Press “ ” to confirm the “WATER” selection. 8 Press “ ” to confirm the “HARDNESS” selection. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS SETTINGS WATER LANGUAGE STAND-BY TIME BUTTON SOUND WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER HARDNESS 1 2 3 4 Note: The machine is supplied with a standard water hardness setting, suitable for most types of water.
20 ENGLISH “INTENZA+” Water Filter Installation We recommend that you install the “INTENZA+” water filter as this prevents limescale build-up in your machine and preserves a more intense aroma of your coffee. Water is a crucial part of every coffee, so it is very important to always have it professionally filtered. Using the “INTENZA+” water filter will prevent mineral deposits from building up and improve your water quality.
ENGLISH 21 MENU 5 Press “ ” to confirm. 6 Press “ ” to confirm the “WATER” selection. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS SETTINGS WATER LANGUAGE STAND-BY TIME BUTTON SOUND WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER 7 Press the “ ” button to select “ACTIVATE FILTER”. 8 Press “ ” to confirm. 9 Press “ ” to confirm. ACTIVATE FILTER? (~ 2 MINUTES) Note: To exit activation, press the " " button.
22 ENGLISH 11 Put the “INTENZA+” water filter into the empty water tank. Press it down until it cannot move any further. 12 Fill the water tank with fresh water up to the MAX level and put it back into the machine. ACTIVATE FILTER 13 Press “ ” to confirm. INSERT FILTER. FILL WATER TANK 14 Check that the water dispensing spout is correctly installed. ACTIVATE FILTER 15 Press “ ” to confirm. INSERT WATER SPOUT 16 Place a container under the hot water dispensing spout.
ENGLISH 23 ACTIVATE FILTER 17 Press “ ” to confirm. PLACE A CONTAINER UNDER THE WATER SPOUT ACTIVATE FILTER PROFILE SAECO 18 The machine starts dispensing water. This screen will be displayed. 19 When the machine stops dispensing, remove and empty the container. Now the machine is ready for brewing. In this way the machine has been programmed to inform the user of the need to replace the “INTENZA+” water filter.
24 ENGLISH Replacing the “INTENZA+” Water Filter When the “INTENZA+” water filter needs to be replaced with a new one, the following icon is displayed. CHANGE FILTER 1 Replace the filter as described in the previous chapter. 2 The machine is now programmed to manage a new filter. WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER Note: If the filter is already installed and you want to remove, but not replace it, select the “ENABLE FILTER” option and set it on OFF.
ENGLISH 25 CHANGING COFFEE BEANS The machine comes with a removable coffee bean hopper so you can easily switch from one type of coffee bean to another and enjoy a different coffee taste. Note: You can buy an additional coffee bean hopper as an accessory (CA6807). To preserve their taste, you can store coffee beans in the coffee bean hopper in the refrigerator. Removing the Coffee Bean Hopper To remove the coffee bean hopper follow the steps below: 1 Move the selector switch to the “ ” position.
26 ENGLISH 3 After removing it, put the protection cover (if any) on the machine to keep it dust-free. INSERT BEAN CONTAINER Note: If a coffee product is requested without the coffee bean hopper inserted, the following icon will appear. You need to insert the coffee bean hopper first. Inserting the Coffee Bean Hopper To insert the coffee bean hopper follow the steps below: 1 Remove the protection cover from the machine (if any). 2 Move the selector switch to the “ ” position.
ENGLISH 27 4 Insert the coffee bean hopper into its compartment as shown in the figure. 5 Move the selector switch to the “ ” position. Warning: Please be aware that when you change coffee beans and switch to decaffeinated coffee, some caffeine traces might still be present even after performing an emptying cycle.
28 ENGLISH 3 Press the “ MENU ” button to select “MAINTENANCE”. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS MENU 4 Press “ ” to confirm. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS MAINTENANCE DESCALING BREW GROUP CLEANING CARAFE CLEANING COFFEE EMPTYING COFFEE EMPTYING START COFFEE EMPTYING CYCLE? 5 Press the " " button to select “COFFEE EMPTYING’”. 6 Press “ ” to confirm. 7 Press “ ” to confirm.
ENGLISH 29 8 The machine performs a grinding cycle without brewing coffee. COFFEE EMPTYING 9 Now the machine is ready for brewing. PROFILE SAECO Note: If you have not emptied the coffee duct and grinder, you need to brew at least two cups of coffee before you can taste the new coffee beans. Warning: Please be aware that when you change coffee beans and switch to decaffeinated coffee, some caffeine traces might still be present even after performing a cleaning cycle.
30 ENGLISH Profile Selection This function allows you to optimize product brewing according to the coffee blend just inserted into the machine or personal preferences. 1 Press the “ ” button or the “ ” button to select the profiles saved in the machine. PROFILE SAECO You can choose between 3 coffee profiles, optimized according to the beans used: - The SAECO Blend profile, optimized for an Arabica and Robusta blend. - The Robusta profile, optimized for Robusta coffee beans.
ENGLISH 31 ADJUSTMENTS The machine allows for certain adjustments so that you can brew the best tasting coffee possible. Coffee Profile The machine can accommodate the individual preferences and settings of up to 6 different profiles. PROFILE SAECO The machine has 3 preset profiles, modelled on the various types of coffee on the market. The default one is indicated by the icon on the left. You can create 3 additional profiles, which can be entirely customised.
32 ENGLISH 4 Press “ ” to confirm. EDIT PROFILES PROFILE SAECO PROFILE ARABICA PROFILE ROBUSTA ENABLE NEW PROFILE 5 Press the “ ENABLE NEW PROFILE ” button or the “ ” button to select the desired profile, which will be represented by a unique icon. PROFILE 1 PROFILE 2 PROFILE 3 Note: When a profile has already been enabled, it is not displayed in the possible options. 6 Press “ ” to confirm. 7 You can now customise beverages (see the “Beverage Programming” PROFILE 1 chapter).
ENGLISH 33 2 Press “ ” to confirm. MENU EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS 3 Press the “ ” button to select “DISABLE PROFILE”. EDIT PROFILES PROFILE ROBUSTA PROFILE 1 ENABLE NEW PROFILE DISABLE PROFILE 4 Press the " DISABLE PROFILE " button to select the profile to disable. Press the " button to confirm. The profile is now disabled. " PROFILE 1 Note: In this display all the profiles enabled earlier on will be shown. Only the selected profile will be disabled.
34 ENGLISH Saeco Adapting System Coffee is a natural product and its characteristics may change according to its origin, blend and roast. The machine is equipped with a self-adjusting system that allows the use of all types of coffee beans available on the market except for caramelized and flavoured coffee beans. The machine automatically adjusts itself after brewing several cups of coffee to optimize coffee extraction.
ENGLISH 35 3 The reference marks in the coffee bean hopper compartment indicate the grind setting. There are 5 different grind settings to choose from, from position 1 for coarse grind - lighter taste to position 2 for fine grind - stronger taste. 1 2 When you adjust the ceramic coffee grinder to a finer setting, your coffee will taste stronger. For a lighter coffee taste, adjust the ceramic coffee grinder to a coarser setting.
36 ENGLISH Adjusting the Dispensing Spout The height of the coffee dispensing spout can be adjusted to better fit the dimensions of the cups that you wish to use. Move the coffee dispensing spout up or down with your fingers to adjust its height as shown in the figure. Note: when removing the dispensing spout to use large containers or for cleaning, make sure to insert it in the right direction during assembly. If you can see this triangle, the dispensing spout was assembled incorrectly.
ENGLISH 37 For the use of glasses for the Latte Macchiato. Note: This is possible by moving the dispensing spout towards the machine. Two cups can be placed under the coffee dispensing spout to brew two coffees at the same time.
38 ENGLISH Adjusting the Coffee Quantity The machine allows you to adjust the amount of brewed coffee or milk according to your taste and the size of your cups. ”, the Café Crème “ ”, the Coffee “ ” and Each time the Espresso “ ” buttons are pressed, the machine brews a preset the American Coffee “ amount of product. Each button may be individually programmed for a specific brew setting. The following procedure describes the Espresso “ ming.
ENGLISH 39 BREWING COFFEE Before brewing coffee, make sure that there are no warnings shown on the display, and that the water tank and coffee bean hopper are filled. Coffee Brewing Using Coffee Beans 1 Place 1 or 2 cups under the coffee dispensing spout. 2 Press the “ CO Crème, the “ can Coffee. ” button for an Espresso, the “ ” button for a Coffee or the “ ” button for a Café ” button for an Ameri- 3 To brew 1 cup of coffee, press the desired button once. The following ESPRESSO display is shown.
40 ENGLISH Coffee Brewing Using Pre-Ground Coffee This function allows you to use pre-ground and decaffeinated coffee. With the pre-ground coffee function you can only brew one coffee at a time. 1 Place a cup under the coffee dispensing spout. REGULAR GROUND COFFEE 2 Press the " " button to access the aroma selection menu. 3 To select the pre-ground coffee brewing function, press the “ scrolling button until the “ 4 Press the “ Crème or the “ CO ” or “ ” icon is displayed.
ENGLISH 41 6 Open the pre-ground coffee compartment lid. 7 Add one measuring scoop of pre-ground coffee into the compartment. Use only the measuring scoop supplied with the machine. Then close the pre-ground coffee compartment lid. Warning: Add only pre-ground coffee into the pre-ground coffee compartment. Other substances and objects may cause severe damage to the machine. This repair is not covered by your warranty! 8 Press the “ ” button.
42 ENGLISH MILK CARAFE This chapter explains how to use the milk carafe to prepare milk-based beverages. Note: Before using the milk carafe, clean it thoroughly as described in the “Cleaning and Maintenance” chapter. We recommend filling it with cold milk (approx. 5°C). Warning: Fill the carafe with milk for brewing beverages and with water for cleaning only. Filling the Milk Carafe The milk carafe can be filled before or during use. 1 Lift the carafe lid as shown in the figure.
ENGLISH 43 Inserting the Milk Carafe 1 If installed, remove the water dispensing spout as shown in the figure: - 1 Press the two buttons on the side to unlock it and lift it slightly; Pull the hot water dispensing spout to remove it. 2 2 Slightly tilt the milk carafe. Insert it all the way into the guides of the machine. 3 Push the carafe towards the bottom while rotating it at the same time, until it is locked onto the drip tray. Do not force the carafe while inserting it.
ENGLISH 44 Emptying the Milk Carafe 1 A B 1 Press one of the release buttons to remove the top of the carafe as shown in the figures (A or B). 1 2 Lift the top of the carafe. Empty the milk carafe and clean it properly. Note: After each use, clean the milk carafe as described in the “Cleaning and Maintenance” chapter.
ENGLISH 45 BREWING MILK-BASED BEVERAGES Warning: Danger of burning! Dispensing may be preceded by jets of milk and steam. Wait until the end of the cycle before removing the milk carafe. The buttons to automatically prepare an Espresso Macchiato “ puccino “ ”, a Cap- ”, a Latte Macchiato “ ” and a Hot Milk “ ” are displayed on the control panel. The procedure for brewing a Cappuccino “ ” is shown as an example. 1 Fill the milk carafe with milk.
46 ENGLISH 4 When the carafe dispenser is correctly positioned you will hear a CLICK! Note: If the carafe dispenser has not been pulled all the way out, steam may escape and milk may not be properly frothed. CLICK! 5 Place a cup under the carafe dispenser. 6 Press the Cappuccino “ ” button to start brewing. PROFILE Note: When dispensing milk-based beverages, the brewing cycle can be ended ” ESC button.
ENGLISH 47 9 The following screen is displayed during the preheating time required CAPPUCCINO by the machine. 10 The machine starts dispensing milk. To stop the dispensing process, CAPPUCCINO press the same selected beverage button that you pressed previously. Dispensing will stop in a few seconds. 11 Once frothed milk has been dispensed, the machine brews coffee. CAPPUCCINO To stop brewing, press the same selected beverage button that you pressed previously.
48 ENGLISH Quick Carafe AUTO CLEAN Cycle After one or more milk-based products have been prepared, the machine allows for a quick cleaning of the carafe ducts. 1 The following screen is displayed for 20 seconds. Press the “ ” button to start the cycle. CARAFE AUTO CLEAN START CARAFE AUTO CLEAN? 20 Note: If you wish to prepare another milk-based beverage or do not wish to ” button. perform the rinse cycle, press the “ 2 Pull out the carafe dispenser to the right up to the “ ” icon.
ENGLISH 49 Adjusting the Milk-Based Product Length Every time the Espresso Macchiato “ ”, the Cappuccino “ ”, the Latte Macchiato “ ” and the Hot Milk “ ” buttons are pressed, the machine brews a preset amount of selected beverage into the cup. The machine allows you to adjust the amount of each beverage according to your taste and the size of your cups. The procedure for programming a Cappuccino “ ” is shown as an exam- ple. 1 Fill the carafe with milk and insert it into the machine.
50 ENGLISH 5 This icon is displayed during the preheating time required by the CAPPUCCINO machine. 6 When this icon is shown, the machine starts dispensing frothed milk MEMO into the cup. Once the desired amount of frothed milk is reached, press the same selected beverage button that you pressed previously. Dispensing will stop in a few seconds. Note: If you are dispensing a Hot Milk “ ”, the dispensing process ends with step six.
ENGLISH 51 SPECIAL BEVERAGES The machine is designed to brew more products than those described so far. For this, follow the steps below: 1 Press the “ ” button to access the “SPECIAL BEVERAGES” menu. PROFILE SAECO 2 Select the beverage by pressing the “ SPECIAL BEVERAGES HOT WATER RISTRETTO ESPRESSO MILD ESPRESSO INTENSE Then press the “ ” button or the “ ” button to start brewing. ” button. 3 To stop the beverage brewing, press the Special Beverages “ ton again or press the “ ” but- ” button.
52 ENGLISH 2 Push the water dispensing spout towards the bottom while rotating it at the same time, until it is locked into the machine as shown in the figure. 3 Place a container under the hot water dispensing spout. 4 Press the “ ” button to access the “SPECIAL BEVERAGES” menu. SPECIAL BEVERAGES HOT WATER RISTRETTO ESPRESSO MILD ESPRESSO INTENSE 5 Press the “ ” button to start brewing. 6 This icon is displayed.
ENGLISH 53 Adjusting Hot Water Dispensing Warning: Danger of burning! Dispensing may be preceded by small jets of hot water and steam. Wait until the end of the cycle before removing the water dispensing spout. 1 Make sure that the machine is ready for the hot water dispensing. SPECIAL BEVERAGES HOT WATER RISTRETTO ESPRESSO MILD ESPRESSO INTENSE HOT WATER INSERT WATER SPOUT 2 Press the “ ” button to access the “SPECIAL BEVERAGES” menu.
54 ENGLISH “Special Beverages” Menu for Brewing Other Beverages The menu allows you to brew other beverages, according to your personal taste. The procedure for brewing a strong coffee is shown as an example. Note: Follow the same steps to brew the other menu beverages. Only when you are brewing a “Flat white” you need to prepare the machine as for brewing a Cappuccino. 1 Place 1 cup under the coffee dispensing spout.
ENGLISH 55 Adjusting the Quantity of Other Beverages for the “Special Beverages” Menu This procedure allows you to adjust the quantity of the other beverages displayed on the menu, according to personal taste. The procedure for brewing a strong coffee is shown as an example. Note: Follow the same steps to brew the other menu beverages. Only when you are brewing a “Flat white” you need to prepare the machine as for brewing a Cappuccino. 1 Place 1 cup under the coffee dispensing spout.
56 ENGLISH BEVERAGE PROGRAMMING The machine allows you to customise every beverage according to your personal taste and to save the preferences in your personal profile. 1 Press the “ ” button to access the machine main menu. PROFILE SAECO 2 Press “ ” to confirm. MENU EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS 3 Press the “ EDIT PROFILES ” button to select the enabled profile in which you wish to program the beverage.
ENGLISH 57 The parameters to adjust are displayed. To select them, press the “ ” or “ ” scrolling button. To access, press the “ ” button. " button. To return to the previous screen, press the " " button. To return to the initial screen, press the " CAPPUCCINO STRENGTH COFFEE AMOUNT TEMPERATURE TASTE Aroma This setting adjusts the amount of coffee to be ground.
ENGLISH 58 Taste This setting enables the prebrewing function. During prebrewing, the coffee is slightly dampened to bring out the aroma in full. DELICATE: prebrewing function is not performed. BALANCED: prebrewing function is enabled. FULL BODY: prebrewing function lasts longer to enhance the coffee taste. TASTE DELICATE BALANCED FULL BODY Press the “ to confirm.
ENGLISH 59 Temperature TEMPERATURE HIGH NORMAL LOW This setting allows you to adjust the coffee temperature. LOW : low temperature. NORMAL : standard temperature. HIGH : high temperature. Press the “ to confirm. ” or “ ” scrolling button to select, then press the “ ” button RESTORING BEVERAGE PARAMETERS The factory settings of every beverage can be restored for each profile. 1 Press the “ ” button to select “RESTORE TO DEFAULT”.
60 ENGLISH MACHINE PROGRAMMING The machine allows you to customise the operating settings. These settings are applied to all user profiles. 1 Press the “ ” button to access the machine main menu. 2 Press the “ ” button to select “SETTINGS”. PROFILE SAECO MENU EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS MENU 3 Press “ ” to confirm. EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS SETTINGS WATER LANGUAGE STAND-BY TIME BUTTON SOUND The parameters to adjust are displayed here.
ENGLISH 61 WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER WATER HARDNESS ENABLE FILTER ACTIVATE FILTER Under HARDNESS you can set the water hardness level. For water hardness measuring, refer to the “Measuring and Programming Water Hardness” chapter. Under ENABLE FILTER the machine notifies the user when the water filter needs to be replaced. OFF: Filter and warning disabled.
62 ENGLISH Button Sound SETTINGS LANGUAGE STAND-BY TIME BUTTON SOUND RESTORE TO DEFAULT This setting allows the machine to produce a sound each time a button is pressed. OFF: Tone deactivated ON: Tone activated Factory Settings SETTINGS LANGUAGE STAND-BY TIME BUTTON SOUND RESTORE TO DEFAULT Activating the RESTORE TO DEFAULT option will restore all machine settings to their default values. In this case all customised parameters will be deleted.
ENGLISH 63 MAINTENANCE In this menu you can manage all the automatic cycles necessary for the correct maintenance of the machine. 1 Press the “ ” button to access the machine main menu. 2 Press the “ ” button to select “MAINTENANCE”. PROFILE SAECO MENU EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS 3 Press “ ” to confirm. MAINTENANCE DESCALING BREW GROUP CLEANING CARAFE CLEANING COFFEE EMPTYING 4 Press the “ ” or “ ” button to select the cycle to activate.
64 ENGLISH Carafe Cleaning The CARAFE CLEANING menu allows you to manage the carafe cleaning. MAINTENANCE DESCALING BREW GROUP CLEANING CARAFE CLEANING COFFEE EMPTYING CARAFE CLEANING ON/OFF AUTO CLEAN START FULL CLEAN CARAFE CLEANING ON/OFF AUTO CLEAN START FULL CLEAN In ON/OFF AUTO CLEAN you find the options to manage the “Quick Rinse Cycle” displayed after dispensing a milk-based beverage. OFF: Cycle deactivated. ON: Cycle activated.
ENGLISH 65 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Daily Cleaning of the Machine Caution: Timely cleaning and maintenance of your machine is very important as it prolongs the life of your machine. The machine is continuously exposed to humidity, coffee and limescale! The activities you need to perform and their frequency are described in detail in this chapter. Not doing this will ultimately make your machine stop working properly.
66 ENGLISH 3 Empty the coffee grounds drawer and wash it with fresh water. 4 Empty the drip tray (internal) and the lid and wash them with fresh water. 5 Correctly reinstall all the components. 6 Insert the drip tray and the coffee grounds drawer and close the service door. 7 Press the lever on the bottom and remove the drip tray (external), empty it and wash it.
ENGLISH 67 Note: Perform this operation also when the full drip tray indicator is raised. Daily Cleaning of the Water Tank 1 Remove the small white filter or the INTENZA+ water filter (if installed) from the water tank and wash both with fresh water. 2 Put the small white filter or the INTENZA+ water filter (if installed) back in its housing by gently pressing and turning it at the same time. 3 Fill the water tank with fresh water.
68 ENGLISH 2 Remove the lid. 3 Lift the carafe dispenser to remove it from the top of the carafe. 4 Remove the suction tube with the fitting (A) from the milk frother. A 5 Wash the suction tube with the fitting thoroughly with fresh water. 6 After installing the suction tube with the fitting, insert the carafe dispenser on the top of the carafe.
ENGLISH 69 A B Note: If you cannot install the dispenser on the top of the carafe, the pin is in the wrong position (B). Before installing the dispenser, manually push the pin to the (A) position. 7 Insert the lid. 8 Place the top of the carafe back in position.
ENGLISH 70 Weekly Cleaning of the Milk Carafe The weekly cleaning is more thorough since all milk residues are removed from the dispenser. 1 A B 1 Press one of the release buttons to remove the top of the carafe as shown in the figures (A or B). 1 2 Remove the lid. 3 Lift the carafe dispenser to remove it from the top of the carafe. The carafe dispenser is made up of six parts that must be disassembled. Each part is indicated by a capital letter (A, B, C, D, E, F).
ENGLISH 71 5 Remove the fitting (B) from the suction tube. B 6 Detach the lid (C) from the milk carafe dispenser by slightly pressing on the sides while pushing downwards. C 7 Remove the milk frothing device (D) from the support (E). D E 8 Remove the fitting (F) from the milk frothing device by pulling it outwards. F 9 Clean all the parts thoroughly with lukewarm water. Note: You can also clean these parts in the dishwasher.
ENGLISH 72 10 Insert the fitting (F) into the milk frothing device by pressing it up to its limit. F 11 Insert the milk frothing device (D) into the support (E). D E 12 Attach the top (C) to the carafe dispenser. C 13 Insert the fitting (B) into the suction tube. B 14 Insert the suction tube with the fitting (A) into the milk frother.
ENGLISH 73 15 Insert the dispenser on the top of the carafe. A B Note: If you cannot install the dispenser on the top of the carafe, the pin is in the wrong position (B). Before installing the dispenser, manually push the pin to the (A) position. 16 Insert the lid. 17 Attach the top of the milk carafe, ensuring it is locked into place.
74 ENGLISH Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group The brew group should be cleaned every time the coffee bean hopper is filled or at least once a week. 1 Turn off the machine by pressing the “ ” button and remove the plug from the socket. 2 Open the pre-ground coffee compartment lid. 3 Thoroughly clean the pre-ground coffee compartment with the cleaning brush, making sure that there are no more coffee residues in the duct. 4 Press the button in the frame and open the service door.
ENGLISH 75 6 Open the brew group unlocking lever. 7 Seize the brew group handle and pull it outwards. 8 While pulling the lever, remove the brew group. 9 Thoroughly wash the brew group with lukewarm water and carefully clean the brew group filter. Caution: Do not use detergent or soap to clean the brew group. 10 Let the brew group air-dry thoroughly. 11 Thoroughly clean the inside of the machine using a soft, dampened cloth.
76 ENGLISH 12 Thoroughly clean the upper screen using a non-abrasive cloth to remove any coffee grounds. Warning: Danger of burning! The upper screen is a hot component. Make sure that the machine has cooled down, before cleaning. Perform the operation when the machine has been turned off for at least one hour. 13 Make sure that the brew group is in the off position; the two reference marks must match. If they do not match, proceed as described in steps (14 and 15).
ENGLISH 77 16 Insert the brew group back into its seat by sliding it along the guides until it locks into place. 17 Close the brew group locking lever to lock it into position. 18 Insert the drip tray (internal) and coffee grounds drawer. 19 Close the service door.
78 ENGLISH Weekly Cleaning of the Coffee Bean Hopper, Tray and Coffee Compartment Clean the coffee bean hopper, tray and coffee compartment once a week with a cloth to remove any coffee residues and dust. 1 Remove the coffee bean hopper as shown in the “Removing the Coffee Bean Hopper” section. 2 Clean the coffee compartment with a cloth to remove any coffee residues and dust. 3 Empty any beans out of the coffee bean hopper.
ENGLISH 79 5 Remove the tray. Clean the tray and the coffee bean hopper with a wet cloth. 6 After cleaning and drying the tray, insert it back into the coffee bean hopper. Insert the tray hooks into their seats on the coffee bean hopper. 7 Insert the coffee bean hopper into the compartment. 8 Slowly pour in the coffee beans. Place the lid.
80 ENGLISH Monthly Cleaning of the Milk Carafe For the monthly cleaning cycle we recommend using the “Saeco Milk Circuit Cleaner” to keep the entire circuit clean of milk residues. The “Saeco Milk Circuit Cleaner” can be purchased separately. Please refer to the maintenance products page for further details. Warning: Danger of burning! Dispensing may be preceded by small jets of hot water and steam. Danger of burning! Wait until the end of the cycle before removing the milk carafe.
ENGLISH 81 CARAFE CLEANING 8 Press “ ” to confirm or “ ” to return to the previous menu. START CARAFE FULL CLEAN? (~ 5 MINUTES) CARAFE CLEANING REFILL WATER TANK 9 Fill the water tank with fresh water up to the MAX level. Press the " " button to confirm. CARAFE CLEANING POUR DETERGENT INTO CARAFE & FILL WITH WATER 10 Pour one milk cleaner bag into the milk carafe. Fill the milk carafe with fresh drinking water up to the MAX level and then let the milk cleaner bag dissolve completely.
82 ENGLISH CARAFE CLEANING PLACE CONTAINER UNDER THE CARAFE DISPENSING SPOUT 13 Place a large container (1.5 l) under the dispensing spout. Press the " " button to confirm. The machine starts dispensing the solution through the milk dispensing spout. CARAFE CLEANING 14 The following display shows the cycle progress. Warning: Never drink the solution dispensed during this step. CARAFE RINSING 15 When the machine stops dispensing, fill the tank with fresh water up to the MAX level.
ENGLISH 83 CARAFE RINSING PLACE MILK CARAFE AND OPEN SPOUT 18 Empty the container and place it back under the coffee dispensing spout. Press the " CARAFE RINSING 19 Press “ " button to confirm. ” to confirm. PLACE CONTAINER UNDER THE CARAFE DISPENSING SPOUT CARAFE RINSING 20 The machine will start dispensing water from the milk dispensing spout. The following display is shown. 21 At the end of the cycle, the machine is ready to brew products.
84 ENGLISH Monthly Lubrication of the Brew Group Lubricate the brew group after approximately 500 cups of coffee or once a month. You can purchase the Saeco grease to lubricate the brew group separately. For further details, please refer to the maintenance products page in this user manual. Caution: Before lubricating the brew group, clean it with fresh water and dry it as described in the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group” chapter. 1 Apply the lubricant evenly on both side guides.
ENGLISH 85 3 Lubricate the internal guides positioned on both sides of the brew group. 4 Insert the brew group into its seat until it locks into place (see the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group” chapter). 5 Insert the drip tray (internal) and the coffee grounds drawer and close the service door. Monthly Cleaning of the Brew Group with “Coffee Oil Remover” Besides weekly cleaning, we recommend performing a cleaning cycle with “Coffee Oil Remover” after approximately 500 cups of coffee or once a month.
86 ENGLISH 2 Press the “ ” button to select “MAINTENANCE”. MENU EDIT PROFILES MAINTENANCE SETTINGS STATISTICS 3 Press “ ” to confirm. 4 Press the " " button to select “BREW GROUP CLEANING’”. MAINTENANCE DESCALING BREW GROUP CLEANING CARAFE CLEANING COFFEE EMPTYING BREW GROUP CLEANING 5 Press “ ” to confirm. 6 Press “ ” to confirm or “ ” to return to the previous menu.
ENGLISH 87 BREW GROUP CLEANING PLACE A CONTAINER UNDER THE DISPENSING SPOUT 9 Place a container (1.5 l) under the coffee dispensing spout. Press the “ ” button to start the cleaning cycle. Warning: Never drink the solution dispensed during this step. BREW GROUP CLEANING 10 This icon is displayed. The display shows the cycle progress. 11 When the machine stops dispensing, remove and empty the container. 12 Clean the brew group as described in the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group” chapter.
88 ENGLISH DESCALING When the " " icon is displayed, you need to descale the machine. The descaling cycle takes approx. 30 minutes. DESCALE Caution: Not doing this will ultimately make your machine stop working properly. In this case, repair is NOT covered by warranty. Warning: Use the Saeco descaling solution only. Its formula has been designed to ensure better machine performance. The use of other products may damage the machine and leave residues in the water.
ENGLISH 89 4 Press “ ” to confirm the “DESCALING” selection. MAINTENANCE DESCALING BREW GROUP CLEANING CARAFE CLEANING COFFEE EMPTYING DESCALING Note: If the " "button is pressed by mistake, press the " 5 Press the “ " button to quit. ” button to confirm.
90 ENGLISH DESCALING FILL HALF CARAFE WITH WATER. INSERT IN BREWING POSITION 9 Fill half the carafe with water and insert it into the machine. Slide the carafe dispenser to the right up to the “ Press the “ ” button. ” icon. DESCALING PLACE A CONTAINER UNDER THE DISPENSING SPOUT 10 Place a large container (1.5 l) under both the milk carafe dispenser and the coffee dispensing spout. Press the “ DESCALING ” button. 11 The machine starts dispensing the descaling solution at regular intervals.
ENGLISH 91 Note: The circuit must be cleaned with a preset quantity of water. If the water tank is not filled up to the MAX level, the machine may require several refills for rinsing. RINSING EMPTY INTERNAL DRIP TRAY RINSING FILL HALF CARAFE WITH WATER. INSERT IN BREWING POSITION RINSING PLACE A CONTAINER UNDER THE DISPENSING SPOUT RINSING 13 Empty the drip tray (internal) and place it back. Then press the “ ” button. 14 Empty the milk carafe and fill half of it with fresh water.
92 ENGLISH Note: The rinse cycle is performed in order to have the circuit cleaned with a preset amount of water to ensure proper machine performance. If the water tank is not filled up to the MAX level, the machine might require more than one cycle. 17 When the amount of water needed for the rinse cycle has been completely dispensed, the machine automatically ends the descaling process. 18 At the end of the descaling process, the machine performs an automatic rinse cycle.
ENGLISH 93 ACCIDENTAL INTERRUPTION OF THE DESCALING CYCLE Once the descaling process has started, it must be completed; do not turn off the machine mid-cycle. If the descaling process is accidentally interrupted (power failure or accidental disconnection of the power cord), follow the steps below. Check that the power button is set to "I".
94 ENGLISH DISPLAY MESSAGES Displayed message BEANS CONTAINER EMPTY ADD COFFEE BEANS INSERT BREW GROUP INSERT COFFEE GROUNDS DRAWER Meaning of the message Fill the coffee bean hopper. The brew group must be inserted into the machine. Insert the coffee grounds drawer and the internal drip tray. Empty the coffee grounds drawer.
ENGLISH 95 Displayed message CLOSE BEAN CONTAINER LID HOT WATER Meaning of the message Insert the coffee bean hopper lid and/or beans lid. Insert the water dispensing spout to start dispensing. Press "ESC" to exit. INSERT WATER SPOUT PLACE MILK CARAFE AND OPEN SPOUT DESCALE CHANGE FILTER WATER CIRCUIT PRIMING Before dispensing, insert the milk carafe with the dispensing spout open. You need to descale the machine. Follow the steps described in the “Descaling” chapter of this manual.
96 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with your machine. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.saeco.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Philips Saeco hotline in your country. Contact details can be found in the warranty booklet packed separately or at www.saeco.com/support. Machine actions Causes Solutions The machine does not turn on.
ENGLISH 97 Machine actions Causes Solutions The machine takes a long time to warm up or the amount of water dispensed from the wand is too little. The machine circuit is clogged by limescale. Descale the machine. The brew group cannot be removed. The brew group is out of place. Turn on the machine. Close the service door. The brew group automatically returns to the initial position. The coffee grounds drawer is inserted. Remove the coffee grounds drawer before removing the brew group.
98 ENGLISH Machine actions Causes Solutions Coffee is brewed slowly (see note). The ground coffee is too fine. Change coffee blend or adjust grinding as explained in the “Adjusting the Ceramic Coffee Grinder” chapter. Circuits clogged. Perform a descaling cycle. The brew group is dirty. Clean the brew group (see the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group” chapter). Coffee leaks out of the dispensing spout. The dispensing spout is clogged or not correctly inserted.
ENGLISH 99 ENERGY SAVING Stand-by The Saeco fully automatic espresso coffee machine is designed for energy saving, as proven by the Class A energy label. After a certain time of inactivity that can be set by the user (see the “Machine Programming” chapter), the machine turns off automatically. If a product has been brewed, the machine performs a rinse cycle. In stand-by mode, the energy consumption is below 1Wh.
100 ENGLISH TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications of the product. Nominal Voltage - Power Rating Power Supply Housing material Size (w x h x d) Weight Power cord length Control panel Cup size Water tank Coffee bean hopper capacity Coffee grounds drawer capacity Pump pressure Boiler Safety devices See data plate on the appliance Thermoplastic Material/Metal 210 x 360 x 460 mm 13 kg 800-1200mm Front panel 110 mm 1.
ENGLISH 101 ORDERING MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS For cleaning and descaling, use Saeco maintenance products only. You can purchase these products at the Philips online shop (if available in your country) at www.shop.philips.com/service, from your local dealer or at authorised service centres. If you have any difficulties obtaining maintenance products for your machine, please contact the Philips Saeco hotline in your country. Contact details can be found in the warranty booklet packed separately or at www.saeco.
102 ENGLISH - Coffee Oil Remover CA6704 - Milk Circuit Cleaner CA6705 - Maintenance Kit CA 6706 MACHINE ACCESSORIES - Removable coffee bean hopper CA6807
ENGLISH 103 Name Display Icon Approx. Coffee Length Approx.
104 ENGLISH Name Display Icon Approx. Coffee Length Ristretto Default: 30 ml Range: 20-40ml Espresso Intense Default: 70 ml Range: 40-110 ml Espresso Mild ITA: 40 ml DAC:50 ml Range 30-70 ml Energy Coffee Default: 170 ml Range 110-320 ml Flat White (Café au lait) ITA: 70 ml DAC:110 ml Range 30-260 ml Hot Water Default: 300 ml Range 50-450 ml Approx.
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