De'Longhi La Specialista Prestigio EC935X Coffee Maker

Introduction

English: COFFEE MAKER Instructions for use. Keep these instructions. Visit www.delonghi.com for a list of service centers near you. ELECTRIC CHARACTERISTICS: 120 V~ 60 Hz 1450 W

French: MACHINE À CAFÉ Mode d'emploi. Conservez cette notice. Visitez www.delonghi.com pour y voir une liste des centres de réparation proches de chez vous. CARACTÉRISTIQUES ÉLECTRIQUES: 120 V~ 60 Hz 1450 W

Spanish: CAFETERA Repase y guarde estas instrucciones. Lea cuidadosamente este instructivo antes de usar su aparato. Visite www.delonghi.com para ver la lista de centros de servicios cercanos a usted. CARACTERISTICAS ELECTRICAS: 120 V~ 60 Hz 1450 W

1. DESCRIPTION

1.1 Description of appliance - A

• A1. Beans container lid
• A2. Beans container
• A3. Cup tray
• A4. Steam dial
• A5. Hot water outlet
• A6. Steam wand and nozzle
• A7. Cup grille for espresso
• A8. Cup grille for glasses or mugs
• A9. Drip tray grille
• A10. Drip tray
• A11. Drip tray water level indicator
• A12. Water tank lid
• A13. Water tank extraction handle
• A14. Water tank
• A15. Water softener filter housing
• A16. Power cord connector socket
• A17. Main switch (ON/OFF)
• A18. Coffee outlet
• A19. Coffee mill outlet (tamping station)
• A20. Presser lever
• A21. Cover to access the coffee mill coffee guide

1.2 Description of control panel - B

• B1. ON/Standby button
• B2. Coffee dose dial
• B3. "X2" button: to use the 2 coffees filter
• B4. Coffee Temperature button
• B5. "OK" button: to deliver the beverage/confirm
• B6. Hot water button
• B7. "My" button: to customise beverage quantity
• B8. Mode selector dial: Espresso, Americano, Coffee, Descaling
• B9. Descale light
• B10. Steam ready light
• B11. No bean container light
• B12. Energy saving light
• B13. Cleaning light (see "8.1 Cleaning of the coffee outlet")
• B14. Bean container empty
• B15. No water light
• B16. Tamping light
• B17. Pressure gauge

1.3 Description of accessories - C

• C1. Portafilter
• C2. 1-cup coffee filter
• C3. 2-cups coffee filter
• C4. "Water hardness test" indicator paper
• C5. Descaler
• C6. Power cord
• C7. Tube brush
• C8. Coffee outlet cleaning disk accessory
• C9. Milk pitcher
• C10. Cleaning needle for steam nozzle

1.4 Recommended optional cleaning accessories

Visit Delonghi.com for more information.

• Cleaning tab (see "8.1 Cleaning of the coffee outlet")
• Eco MultiClean Cleaner (EAN: 8004399333307)

2. PREPARING YOUR MACHINE FOR FIRST USE

Follow these steps to prepare your coffee maker before its first use:

1. Remove stickers and packaging materials.
2. Wash and dry all accessories (including water tank) with warm water and washing-up liquid.
3. Insert the drip tray (A10) complete with cup grill (A8) and (A9).
4. Remove the water tank (A14) and fill with fresh clean water, taking care not to exceed the MAX level.
5. Insert the Bean container (A2) into the coffee grinder. The container is correctly inserted when the arrow is lined up with the [symbol] symbol and you hear a "click".
6. Plug the power cord connector (C6) into the socket (A16) at the back of the machine, then plug into the mains socket.
7. Ensure the main switch (A17) at the back of the machine is pressed and in the 'I' (ON) position.
8. Place a container with a minimum capacity of 100 ml under the hot water spout (A5).
9. Press the Hot water button (B6) to rinse the circuit.
10. Insert a coffee filter (C2 or C3) into the portafilter (C1).
11. Attach the filter holder to the machine. To attach correctly, align the filter holder handle with "INSERT", then turn the handle to the right until it is aligned in the "CLOSE" position.
12. Place a container under the portafilter and frothing wand and press the OK button (B5). Repeat this action twice to rinse the coffee circuit.
13. Open the steam dial for a few seconds. For optimal steam performance, it is recommended to repeat this action 3 or 4 times to purge the steam circuit before frothing or steaming milk.

3. COFFEE DELIVERY

Step 1 - Grinding

Sensor GRINDING TECHNOLOGY

1. Add coffee beans to the hopper (A2). For best results, fill only with the quantity you need.
2. The factory setting for grinding is 5 (medium grinding). If you are not satisfied, adjust the level according to your personal taste and the type of coffee. Adjust this while grinding.
3. Select a single or double dose filter and place it in the portafilter (C1). If using the double filter, press the "X2" button (B3) to double the volume of the espresso shot.
4. Set the dose level by adjusting the dial (B2), starting from the minimum position.

When using the coffee grinder for the first time, leave the knob at the Min position. Initially, a few attempts may be needed to find the correct grinding level and quantity. It is recommended to start with the default values and then adjust according to the tips in section "3.1 Adjust dose".

After setting the dose, attach the portafilter. Once locked into place, grinding will start.

3.1 Adjust dose

The illustration provides guidance on regulating the dose. Suggested setting ranges are based on roasting level, but may vary slightly depending on the specific composition of your coffee beans.

1. Set the dose starting from the minimum position.
2. Identify your coffee's roasting type and slowly turn the knob, referencing the ranges (Extra Light, Light, Medium, Medium-Dark, Dark, Extra Dark).

Step 2 - Tamping

Smart TAMPING STATION

1. After grinding, pull the lever (A20) down fully (do not remove the portafilter). For a perfect result, you can do this twice.
2. Keep the lever down while removing the portafilter. Once done, place the lever back in its original position.
3. Check the dose (see "3.2 The perfect dose") and attach the portafilter (C1) to the brewing unit (A18).

3.2 The perfect dose

• The coffee filters have an internal mark to identify the level for the perfect dose.
• Ensure the coffee is at the recommended dosage level after tamping. You may need to adjust the dosage dial multiple times to reach the perfect dose.
• If your coffee is over or under extracted and the dose is within the perfect dose range, adjust the grinder settings finer or coarser (see Step 1 - grinding).

Tips:

• Over-extracted coffee (pouring too slowly) needs a coarser grind.
• Under-extracted coffee (pouring too fast) needs a finer grind.
• Barista tip: Pull the filter holder out while the tamper is still down for a polished finish of coffee.
• Using pre-ground coffee: Add the pre-ground coffee in the filter, turn the dial to [adjust symbol], attach the filter holder to the machine, and pull the lever down.
• Note: If any residual ground coffee remains after tamping, it will not impact the quality of the extraction.

Step 3 - Brewing

Active TEMPERATURE CONTROL, Dynamic PREINFUSION

1. Select the temperature (see "3.3 Focus on temperature").
2. Select your beverage (Espresso, Americano, Coffee).
3. Press the OK button (B5) to start brewing (preinfusion and infusion). Coffee delivery stops automatically.

3.3 Focus on temperature

The water temperature is precisely controlled throughout the brewing process for ideal temperature stability. La Specialista Prestigio offers up to 3 infusion temperature profiles, corresponding to temperatures between 92°C and 96°C.

Coffee bean varieties and roasting colours require specific temperature settings for best extraction. Robusta beans prefer lower temperatures; Arabica prefers higher temperatures. Darker roasting colours or freshly-roasted beans also influence temperature preference.

* This temperature refers to the water inside the thermoblock and differs from the beverage temperature in the cup or measured at the portafilter spouts.

4. MAKING MILK BEVERAGES

Manual frothing

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1. Fill the milk pitcher (C9) with fresh cold milk. Milk will triple in volume.
2. Turn the steam wand (A6) on briefly to purge condensation. Ensure the wand is pointing away from you.
3. To make froth, position the nozzle on the surface of the milk. Air will be drawn in by the mixing of milk and steam.
4. Keep the steam nozzle just under the milk surface, careful not to make large bubbles by letting too much air in. Create a vortex.
5. Once the desired temperature is reached, turn the steam knob off and wait until steam stops completely before removing the jug.

Cleaning the steam wand

1. After every use, remove any milk residues from the steam wand with a soft damp cloth. For perfect cleaning, use Eco MultiClean, which ensures hygiene by removing milk proteins and fats and can be used to clean the whole machine.
2. Use steam for a deeper cleaning.
3. Wait for the steam wand to cool down, then open the 3 holes of the nozzle with the Cleaning tool to maintain optimal usability.

Barista tips:

• Fresh is best: Use fresh cold milk every time.
• For best results, store the milk pitcher in the refrigerator.
• Whole milk is recommended for best results. Dairy and Non-Dairy alternatives will vary in texturing depending on type.
• After foaming milk, eliminate unwanted bubbles by swirling the pitcher.

5. EXPLANATION OF LIGHTS

6. MENÙ SETTINGS

Follow these steps to enter and change settings:

1. Enter the setting menu: Press both buttons (B1 and B7) for 5 seconds to enter the setting menu.
2. Select the setting: Turn the knob (B8) to select the drink light corresponding to the function to set (Espresso, Americano, Coffee).
3. Adjust settings: Press the relevant button for each setting:
   • Energy saving: Press the "my" button (B7) to set ON or OFF. Keep pressed the "my" button (B7) for 5 seconds, until the corresponding light starts flashing, to activate/deactivate energy saving.
   • Default values: Keep pressed the "OK" button (B5) for 5 seconds, until the corresponding light starts flashing, to restore default values.
   • Extra grinding adjustment: Press the "X2" button (B3) to select "1st range" or "2nd range".
   • Water hardness: Press the "Coffee Temperature" button (B4) to select "soft", "medium", or "hard".
   • Auto off: Press the "Hot water" button (B6) to select "9 minutes", "1.5 hours", or "3 hours".
4. Save new settings: Press the ON/Standby button (B1) to confirm.

7. CUSTOMISING THE QUANTITY OF COFFEE BEVERAGES WITH THE "my" BUTTON (B7)

1. Prepare the appliance to deliver the beverage you want to make. Prepare the coffee dose and attach the portafilter to the coffee outlet.
2. Turn the dial (B8) to select the drink to be programmed (Espresso, Americano, Coffee).
3. Press the "my" button (B7): the light corresponding to the OK button (B5) comes on steadily, and the light corresponding to the "my" button (B7) flashes.
4. Press the OK button (B5) to start delivering the beverage. The lights corresponding to the OK and "my" buttons flash.
5. When you have reached the desired quantity of the beverage, press the OK button (B5) again. If the recipe includes another ingredient, it starts delivery; when you have reached the desired quantity, press the OK button (B5) again.
6. Press the "my" button (B7) to save the new setting. The appliance is ready for use again, and the "my" button light remains on. If you do not want to save the new setting, press any other button.

Please note:

• You can programme coffee beverages quantities, but not steam and hot water, as those are manual functions.
• Programming changes the quantity of the beverages, but not the amount of coffee ground.
• "X2" beverages can be programmed separately.
• To reset the default beverage quantities, press and hold the "my" button (B7) until it goes off. The selected beverage is reset to the default values.

8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Important!

• Do not use solvents, abrasive detergents, or alcohol to clean the coffee machine.
• Do not use metal objects to remove encrustations or coffee deposits, as they could scratch metal or plastic surfaces.
• If the appliance is not used for more than a week, it is recommended to perform a rinse cycle before using it again.

Danger!

• While cleaning, never immerse the coffee maker in water, as it is an electrical appliance.
• Before cleaning the outside of the appliance, turn it off, unplug it from the mains socket, and allow it to cool.

8.1 Cleaning of the coffee outlet

When the Cleaning light (B13) comes on (orange), you must clean the coffee circuit. You need to purchase dedicated cleaning tabs for coffee makers. For more information, please visit Delonghi.com.

1. Insert the 1-cup coffee filter (C2) into the portafilter (C1).
2. Place the coffee filter on the special disk accessory (C8) and press it to the bottom.
3. Place the cleaning tab on the accessory.
4. Attach the portafilter to the coffee outlet (A18).
5. Fill the water tank (A14). Ensure the drip tray (A10) is empty.
6. Keep the "OK" button (B5) pressed until the light starts blinking (orange). After a few minutes, the cleaning stops automatically.
7. Remove the portafilter and the cleaning disk accessory.
8. Wash the portafilter and the filter under tap water.
9. Insert the portafilter again and perform a rinse by pressing the OK button (B5). It is suggested to place a container under the portafilter.
10. Remove and empty the drip tray.

Note: This procedure can be started by pressing the Hot water button (B6) for some seconds. To delete this option, press the same button for 10 seconds.

8.2 Cleaning the beans container housing

1. Make sure the beans container (A2) is empty. If necessary, operate the coffee mill without beans to empty it.
2. Release the beans container by turning it anticlockwise and extract it from the appliance.
3. Remove coffee residues using a vacuum cleaner.
4. Clean the beans container housing with a damp cloth and dry it.
5. Put the container back by inserting it into the coffee mill. The container is correctly inserted when the arrow is lined up with the [symbol] symbol and you hear a "click".

8.3 Cleaning the burr

When cleaning the beans container, clean the container housing and upper burr with a damp cloth. The burr can be removed and replaced by an authorised customer services centre. You may also need to remove the burr if it becomes blocked with foreign matter. If this occurs, remove the beans container and clean as follows:

1. Attach the portafilter and operate the mill without beans to free the coffee guide.
2. Turn the appliance off.
3. Turn the grinding selector anticlockwise as far as it will go to the "REMOVE" position.
4. Extract the upper burr by gripping it by the handle.

Make sure the burr is inserted correctly by pulling it by the handle. If it is correctly inserted, it will not move.

5. Clean the burr with a brush (not included) and remove the coffee residues using a vacuum cleaner.
6. Put the upper burr back in place.
7. Turn the selector to select the desired grinding level.

8.4 Replacing the burrs

When the quantity of coffee becomes even less, contact a customer services centre to have the burrs replaced. Then, adjust the mill again by entering the setting menu ("6. Menù settings") and selecting the first range of the "Extra grinding adjustment". Then, turn the ground coffee quantity dial (B2) to the minimum position and set the dose as for a first use (see "3.2 The perfect dose").

8.5 Cleaning the "Smart tamping station"

1. Clean the attachment area with a brush.
2. Pull the lever (A20) as far as it will go and clean the presser cylinder with a brush. Then release the lever.
3. Use the tube brush (C7) to clean the coffee funnel.

9. WATER HARDNESS

9.1 Water hardness

The descale light (B9) comes on after a period of time established according to water hardness. The machine can also be programmed according to the actual hardness of the water supply in various regions, which may require descaling less frequently.

1. Remove the "TOTAL HARDNESS TEST" indicator paper (C4) from its pack.
2. Immerse the paper completely in a glass of water for one second.
3. Remove the paper from the water and shake lightly.
4. Set the appliance as indicated in section "6. Menù settings".

After about a minute, 1, 2, 3, or 4 red squares form, depending on the hardness of the water. Each square corresponds to one level.

10. DESCALING

The descaling process takes approximately 40 minutes. Use De'Longhi EcoDecalk descaler (2 L capacity recommended).

Please note:

• Before use, read the instructions and labelling on the descaler pack.
• It is important to use De'Longhi descaler only. Using unsuitable descaler and/or performing descaling incorrectly may result in faults not covered by the manufacturer's guarantee.
• Descaler could damage delicate surfaces. If the product is accidentally spilt, dry immediately.

1. When the descale light (B9) comes on (RED), it is time to proceed with descaling. The descaling cycle can be run at any moment.
2. (IF PRESENT, REMOVE THE WATER SOFTENER DEVICE). Pour the descaler into the tank up to level A (marked inside the tank, equal to one 100ml packet).
3. Add water (1 liter) up to level B. Then put the water tank back in the appliance.
4. Turn the mode selector dial (B8) to [descaling symbol]: the light begins to blink, and the OK light (B5) turns to orange.
5. Make sure the portafilter is not attached and position a recipient under the coffee outlet, hot water spout, and steam wand.
6. Press the OK button (B5): descaling starts.
7. The descale programme starts, and the descaler liquid comes out of the steam wand and coffee outlet. The programme removes limescale deposits by automatically performing a series of rinses and pauses until the tank is empty.
8. Delivery stops, and the OK light (B5) turns to white. This indicates that rinsing is necessary (see next page).
9. Empty the recipients used to collect the descaler solution and replace them empty.
10. Remove the water tank, empty any residues of descaler solution, rinse with running water, and fill with fresh water up to the MAX level. Put the tank back in its housing.
11. Press the OK button (B5): rinsing starts.
12. When rinsing is complete, delivery stops, and the appliance prepares to be used again.
13. Empty the recipients used to collect the rinse water.
14. Extract and empty the drip tray, then put it back in the appliance.
15. Empty, rinse, then fill the water tank with fresh water and replace it.

Now the appliance is ready to use.

Note: In case you start the descaling cycle by mistake, you can press the OK button (B5) for 10 seconds; the rinsing cycle cannot be stopped (from step 9).

11. TROUBLESHOOTING