COFFEE MACHINE EN INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Contents 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Introduction This user manual Intended use General safety instructions Manufacturer liability Identification plate Disposal 2 Description 2.1 Product description 3 Use 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 4 4 4 4 7 7 7 8 8 9 Before first use First use How to prepare espresso coffee How to prepare a cappuccino How to dispense hot water Accessing the settings menu and changing the settings How to cool down the boiler 4 Cleaning and care 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.
Instructions 1 Instructions 1.1 Introduction Key information for the user: Instructions General information on this user manual, on safety and final disposal. Description Appliance description Use Information on using your appliance. Cleaning and care Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance. Safety instructions Information Advice 4 1.
• Never submerge the appliance in water. • This appliance is intended for household use. Moreover, it cannot be used: • in kitchen areas provided for employees in shops, offices and other working environments; • in farms/farm stay facilities • by guests in hotels, motels and residential environments; • in bed and breakfasts. • If the power cord is damaged, contact technical support to arrange for this to be replaced in order to avoid any possible hazards.
Instructions For this appliance • Follow all safety instructions in order to use the appliance safely. • Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance. • Switch off the appliance immediately after use. • Do not leave the coffee machine unattended during use. • Always disconnect the coffee machine from the power socket if it is left unattended and before assembly/ disassembly of components or cleaning. • Unplug the coffee machine before cleaning it and if you notice any fault.
Instructions The manufacturer shall not be liable for injuries or property damage caused by: • Use of the appliance other than that specified • Failure to read the user manual • Tampering with any part of the appliance • Use of non-original spare parts • Failure to observe the safety instructions 1.6 Identification plate The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason. 1.
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Use 3 Use Danger of electrocution • • • • • Plug into an earthed 3-pin socket. Do not remove the earth pin. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to observe these warnings can lead to fire, electrocution or even death. EN 4. Fill the tank (2) with cool, clean water directly from the tap or using a jug, ensuring you do not exceed the maximum level on the tank. 2 3.1 Before first use 1. Remove any labels and stickers from the coffee machine. 2.
Use 3.2 First use 1. Switch on the coffee machine by pressing the ON/OFF switch (1): the lights of the three buttons (2), (3) and (4) will flash in sequence. 2 3 4 On first use, rinse the internal circuits: • Attach the filter holder to the coffee machine. • Place a container under the coffee dispensing spouts and press . • Repeat this process 5 times. Rinsing of the internal circuits is also recommended when the coffee machine has not been used for a long period of time. 3.
5. Return the steam knob (5) to the position. 5 3.3 How to prepare espresso coffee Ground coffee: 1. Insert the filter for ground coffee (1) in the filter holder (2), choosing between the one-cup filter and two-cup filter . 1 4 2 2. Tamp down the ground coffee using the tamping scoop (3). 3 Prepare 4-5 coffees or 4-5 cappuccinos to obtain best results.
Use 3. Remove any excess coffee from around the edge of the filter holder. Attach the filter holder by lining up the handle with the and turning it to the right up to 4. Position the cup(s) under the filter holder spouts and press the dispense button. or position. Danger of burns • For one cup, fill the filter with a level measure of coffee (approx. 7 grams). • For two cups, fill the filter with two level measures. • To obtain a strong coffee, tamp down the coffee firmly.
Coffee pods: 1. Insert the coffee pod filter in the filter holder. 2. Insert the pod in the filter holder, centring it as mush as possible. 3. Proceed in the same manner as for ground coffee. Danger of burns • To avoid sprays, do not remove the filter holder while the machine is running: wait for a few seconds after dispensing has stopped. • You can stop the supply of coffee at any moment by pressing the dispense button again. • To increase the quantity of coffee in the cup, hold down the dispense button.
Use 6. Once the volume of milk has doubled, immerse the frothing nozzle for cappuccino all the way and heat the milk up to 60°C. Stop the steam by turning the steam knob to the right. 7. Pour the milk into the cups with the espresso. 3.5 How to dispense hot water 1. Turn the machine on using the ON/OFF switch and wait until the coffee dispensing indicator lights are no longer blinking. 2. Position a container underneath the frothing nozzle for cappuccino. 3.
Use 1. Access the settings menu. 2. Press the button to select the coffee temperature. The lights for the current setting will turn on: 4. Release the button as soon as the required quantity of coffee is reached. 5. The light flashes to indicate that the selected quantity has been stored. EN Setting the coffee temperature Setting the water hardness 1. Access the settings menu. Lights Temperature setting Low Medium High 3. The lights will start flashing in sequence. 4.
Use 4. Press the relative button to select the water hardness: soft medium hard <10°dH 10°dH 20°dH > 20°dH <18°fH 18°fH - 36°fH > 36°fH < 180 mg/l CaCo3 180-300 mg/l CaCo3 360 mg/l CaCo3 Setting the automatic shut-off time In order to save energy, the coffee machine will turn itself off when it has not been used for a certain period of time. To turn the appliance back on, press any button on the control panel. To set this time: 1. Access the settings menu. 2.
Restoring factory default values 3.7 How to cool down the boiler To return the machine to its factory settings: 1. Access the settings menu. The boiler must be cooled down if you wish to prepare a coffee immediately after frothing milk. If this procedure is not performed, the coffee dispensed will taste burnt. 1. Position a container underneath the frothing nozzle for cappuccino and open the steam knob to dispense hot water. 2. Turn the steam knob to the position. 3.
Cleaning and care 4 Cleaning and care 4.1 Instructions Improper use Danger of electrocution 4.3 Cleaning the coffee machine components Cleaning the drip tray The drip tray is equipped with a red float (1) which sticks out of the cup holder tray when the maximum liquid level is exceeded. • Unplug the coffee machine before cleaning it. • Do not immerse the coffee machine in water or other liquids. • Let the coffee machine cool down before cleaning.
Cleaning the frothing nozzle for cappuccino Clean the frothing nozzle for cappuccino immediately after use. 1. Turn the steam knob to let a little steam out and drive out any milk inside the nozzle. 2. Shut off the coffee machine by pressing the ON/OFF switch. 3. Hold the tube of the frothing nozzle (1) still with one hand and use the other to rotate the frothing nozzle (2) clockwise and pull it off downwards. 1 2 5. Wash the frothing nozzle and rubber connecting nozzle thoroughly with warm water. 6.
Cleaning and care 4.4 Descaling The coffee machine needs descaling when the orange light on the button lights up. 1. Fill the water tank with a solution of water and descaler, following the instructions on the package. 2. Press the ON/OFF switch. 3. Remove the filter holder and position a container underneath the frothing nozzle. 4. Wait for the on steadily. or lights to come 5. Press the button and hold for 10 seconds until the three buttons flash in sequence. 6. Turn the steam knob to the 7.
Cleaning and care Problem EN 4.5 What to do if... Possible causes Solution No water in tank. Fill the tank. The filter holes are blocked. Clean the filter with a brush or pin. Coffee does not come out Insert the tank correctly in its The tank is not inserted correctly. housing. Scale build-up. Perform a descaling cycle. The filter holder is not inserted correctly, or is dirty. Insert the filter holder and turn it so it is fully closed. Clean the filter holder.
Cleaning and care Problem Possible causes The ground coffee has not been tamped sufficiently. Solution Tamp the coffee harder. The “crema” of the coffee There is insufficient ground coffee. Use a larger quantity. is light in colour and comes out of the spout Use only ground coffee for very fast The coffee grind is too coarse. espresso machines. Poor quality ground coffee. Change type of ground coffee. The ground coffee has been tamped too hard. Tamp the coffee with less force.
Problem Possible causes EN Cleaning and care Solution Steam knob open. Close the steam knob. Boiler temperature too high. Cool down the boiler. Scale build-up. Perform a descaling cycle. No water in tank. Fill the tank. Boiler outlet or filter blocked. Clean the boiler outlet and the filter. The and lights flash for a few seconds The tank is not inserted correctly. Insert the tank correctly in its housing.
