Operation and maintenance manual Before using the machine, please read the attached operating instructions. Carefully read the safety rules Mode d'emploi Veuillez lire attentivement le mode d'emploi (notamment les consignes de sécurité) avant d'utiliser l'appareil.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following: 1 Read all instructions and information in this instruction book and any other literature included in this carton referring to this product before operating or using this appliance. 2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
CAUTION This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service centre. 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.
CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................5 APPLIANCE.......................................................................................................................6 ACCESSORIES ..............................................................................................................................................6 INSTALLATION .................................................................................
GENERAL INFORMATION This coffee machine is suitable for preparing espresso coffee using coffee beans, and it is equipped with a device to dispense steam and hot water. The machine is designed for domestic use only and is not suitable for heavy or professional use.
APPLIANCE Coffee bean hopper Cup stacking surface Coffee bean hopper cover Power button Control panel Service door Dispensing head Coffee grounds drawer Drip tray + grill and float Hot water / steam knob Hot water / steam spout Water tank Brew Group Drip tray Socket for power cable ACCESSORIES Grinder adjustment key “Aqua Prima” water filter (optional) Power cable Cleaning brush
INSTALLATION STARTING THE MACHINE 7 Make sure the power button is not pressed and the machine is turned off. Check the machine features on the label on the bottom of the appliance. 1 Lift the cover of the coffee bean hopper. 4 Fill the tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX level. Reinsert the tank. 2 Fill the container with coffee beans. Close the cover placing it correctly on the hopper.
“AQUA PRIMA” WATER FILTER 8 10 11 12 Wait until a steady flow of water comes out of the spout. Turn the knob until it is in the rest position ( ). Press the water button again. The indicator light turns off. Remove the container. The machine is ready for use. When the correct temperature is reached, the machine performs a rinse cycle of the internal circuits. A small amount of water is dispensed; during this phase, the lights flash counterclockwise. Wait for this cycle to be completed.
CONTROL PANEL 9 Alarm light to empty the coffee grounds drawer: • permanently on: signals the need to empty the grounds drawer; this operation must be performed with the machine turned on (steps 4 and 5, page 17). Coffee dose adjusting knob (see page 10). Coffee button: • slow flash:1 coffee has been selected (the button has been pushed once). • quick flash: 2 coffees have been selected (the button has been pushed twice).
ADJUSTMENTS COFFEE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PER CUP The coffee volume knob adjusts the amount of coffee brewed per cup. This adjustment has an immediate effect on the selected type of brewing. Espresso coffee Medium coffee Long coffee "AROMA" (OPTI-DOSE) INDICATES THE COFFEE DOSE PER CUP By pressing the key, it is possible to choose either a mild, a medium or a strong coffee. The coffee intensity is adjusted by setting the coffee quantity to be ground.
COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT The machine enables a slight adjustment of the coffee grinder. Coffee may be ground according to your own tastes. The adjustment must be performed turning the pin – located inside the coffee container – by means of the supplied key only. Turn the pin one setting at a time and brew 2-3 cups of coffee; the change in the grind will be noticeable after a couple of cycles. The references located inside the container indicate the grind setting. .
COFFEE BREWING COFFEE BREWING The coffee brewing cycle can be interrupted at any moment by pushing the button. To brew 2 cups, the machine dispenses half of the entered quantity and briefly interrupts dispensing in order to grind the second serving of coffee. Coffee dispensing is then restarted and completed. 1 Adjust the drip tray according to the height of the cup(s). 4 Adjust the quantity of coffee by turning the knob. Select the aroma by pushing the button one or more times (see page 10).
HOT WATER DISPENSING HOT WATER DISPENSING Dispensing may be preceded by short sprays of hot water, and scalding is possible. The hot water/steam spout may reach high temperatures: do not touch it with bare hands. Use the appropriate handle only. 1 Adjust the height of the drip tray. 4 Turn the knob until the position is reached. 7 Press the hot water button. 2 Place a container beneath the steam spout. 5 Wait for the container to be filled with the desired quantity of water.
CAPPUCCINO CAPPUCCINO Dispensing may be preceded by short sprays of hot water, and scalding is possible. The hot water/steam spout may reach high temperatures: do not touch it with bare hands. Use the appropriate handle only. 1 Adjust the height of the drip tray. 2 3 Fill 1/3 of the cup with cold milk. 4 5 Turn the knob until the position is reached. Froth the milk by gently rotating the container. 6 7 After frothing the milk, brew coffee into the cup for a creamy cappuccino.
DESCALING 15 DESCALING When performing a descaling cycle, it is necessary to be present during the entire process (about 40 minutes). Caution! Do not use vinegar as a descaler. The descaling must be done when indicated by the machine. Use a non-toxic, non-harmful descaling solution. Saeco descaling solution is recommended. The used solution should be disposed according to the manufacturer instructions and/or regulations in the country of use.
DESCALING 7 8 9 3 Empty the container with the used descaling solution. 8 Press the button to turn off the machine. After 10 minutes, turn on the machine again. Repeat steps 3 - 8 until all the descaling solution in the tank has been dispensed. 11 12 Press the hot water button. Place a large container beneath the steam spout. 13 14 15 Turn the knob until the position is reached to empty the water tank. When this operation is completed, turn the knob until it is in the rest position ( ).
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 17 HOW TO CLEAN THE MACHINE The machine must be cleaned at least once a week. Do not immerse the machine in water or place any of its parts in a dishwasher. Do not use alcohol, solvents, benzene and/or abrasive objects to clean the machine. The water left in the tank for several days must be disposed of. Do not dry the machine and/or its components using a microwave and/or conventional oven. 1 Turn off the machine and unplug it. 4 Remove the coffee grounds drawer.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE BREW GROUP The Brew Group must be cleaned at least once a week. Before removing the Brew Group, remove the coffee grounds drawer as shown in fig. 4 on page 17. Once you have washed and inserted the Brew Group, insert the grounds drawer and close the service door. 1 Press the “PUSH” button to remove the Brew Group. 4 Make sure the components are in the correct position.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS The machine does not turn on. CAUSES SOLUTIONS The machine is not connected to the Connect the machine to the power power source. source. The plug has not been plugged into the back of the machine. Insert the plug into the machine’s power socket. Coffee is not hot enough. The cups are cold. Warm the cups with hot water. Hot water or steam is not dispensed. The hole of the steam spout is clogged. Clean the hole of the steam spout using a pin. Coffee has little crema.
SAFETY RULES 20 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Immediately unplug the cable from the outlet. USE THE APPLIANCE ONLY - Indoors. To prepare coffee, dispense hot water, froth milk or heat beverages using steam. For domestic use only. By adults in non altered psycho-physical conditions. NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE For purposes other than those indicated above, in order to avoid danger. Do not introduce any substances other than those indicated in the instruction manual.
FAILURES - Do not use the appliance in case of sure or suspected faults such as after falls. - Any repairs must be performed by an authorized customer service centre. - Do not use the appliance with a defective power cable. If damaged, the power cable must be replaced by the manufacturer or authorized service centre. (Caution! Electrical current). - Turn off the appliance before opening the service door. CLEANING / DESCALING - Before cleaning, unplug the machine and let the appliance cool.
TECHNICAL DATA 22 TECHNICAL DATA • Nominal voltage See label on the appliance • Power rating See label on the appliance • Power supply See label on the appliance • Shell material ABS - Thermoplastic • Size (w x h x d) 290 x 370 x 385 mm - 11.41 x 14.57 x 15.18 in • Weight 8,5 Kg - 18.73 lbs • Cable length 1200 mm - 47.24 in • Control panel Front • Water tank 1,5 liters - 50.
