WMF Perfection 800L Series Fully Automatic Coffee Machine
Operating Instructions
Congratulations!
You are now the proud owner of your WMF Perfection fully automatic coffee machine. The most frequently consumed drinks are accessible with one simple touch on the main interface. The screen allows you to follow the progress of your coffees and provides easy access to the different menus. Most drinks can be prepared in batches of two, which saves time and is more convivial.
We wish you many years of enjoyment with your WMF Perfection fully automatic coffee machine.
The guarantee period of this appliance is 2 years. Please refer to the guarantee document for details on the other guarantee terms and conditions in your country.
Manufacturer: SAS GSM Rue Saint-Léonard F-53104 Mayenne France
1| Technical Specifications
| Appliance | WMF Perfection fully automatic coffee machine |
| Power supply | 220 – 240 V~ / 50 Hz |
| Pump pressure | 15 bars |
| Coffee bean container capacity | 250 g |
| Grounds container capacity | 15 portions |
| Water tank capacity | 2.0 l |
| Power consumption | 1,550 W during operation |
| Use and storage | Indoors, in a dry place (protected from frost) |
| Cable length | approx. 1.1 m |
| Dimensions (mm) H × W × D | 395 × 285 × 480 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.0 |
2| Important Safety Information
Important information is indicated using symbols and signal words:
[WARNING] indicates a hazardous situation that can cause serious injuries.
[CAUTION] indicates a potentially hazardous situation that can cause minor or moderate injuries.
[ATTENTION] indicates a situation that can lead to material damage.
[NOTE] provides additional information regarding the safe handling of the product.
[Symbol: Observe and follow indications]
2.1| Proper Use
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged. The power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its aftersales service or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
- Your appliance is intended for domestic use inside the home only at an altitude below 2,000 m.
- Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
- Your appliance is designed for domestic use only.
- It is not intended to be used in the following environments, which are not covered by the guarantee: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.
- Always follow the cleaning instruction to clean your appliance: unplug the appliance, do not clean the appliance while hot, clean with a damp cloth or sponge, never immerse the appliance in water or put it under running water.
- When using the nozzle, ensure that it is properly oriented to avoid the risk of burns.
- Do not insert foreign objects into the grain mill.
- The appliance shall not be placed in a cabinet when in use.
[WARNING] Risks of injuries if you don't use this appliance correctly. After using, do not touch hot surfaces (steam nozzle), subjected to residual heat.
2.2| For Europe Market Only
- This appliance can be used by children of at least 8 years of age, as long as they are supervised and have been given instructions about using the appliance safely and are fully aware of the hazards involved.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised by an adult.
- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children under 8 years of age.
- This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or whose experience or knowledge is not sufficient, provided they are supervised or have received instruction to use the device safely and understand the dangers.
- Children should not use the device as a toy.
- European directive 2012/19/UE on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances are not thrown into the normal flow of municipal waste. Old appliances must be collected separately to optimize the recovery and recycling of materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment.
2.3| Recommendations for Installation
- Only use an earthed socket to plug the machine in. Check that the power voltage indicated on the nameplate corresponds to your mains installation.
- Do not use the appliance if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged. If this occurs, contact an authorised service centre.
- For your safety, this appliance conforms to applicable standards and regulations (Directives on low voltage, electromagnetic compatibility, materials in contact with foodstuffs, environment, etc.).
- Any error in the electrical connection will negate your guarantee.
- Do not use if the drip tray and the grid are not in place.
- Unplug the appliance when you clean it manually.
- Remove the plug if a problem occurs during operation or before you clean the appliance.
- Do not pull on the cord to unplug the appliance.
- The power cord must never be close to or in contact with the hot parts of your appliance, near a source of heat or over a sharp edge.
- Ensure that the cord and your hands do not touch the hot parts of the appliance (cup warming plate, steam nozzle).
- Refer to the instructions for descaling your appliance.
- All interventions other than cleaning and everyday maintenance by the customer must be performed by an authorised service centre.
- The accessories and removable parts of the appliance are not dishwasher safe.
- For your safety, only use the manufacturer's accessories and spare parts designed for your appliance.
- This appliance is not suitable for making drinks for babies under 2 years of age.
- All appliances are subject to strict quality control. This includes actual usage tests on randomly selected appliances, which may explain any traces of use.
- To reduce the risk of injury, do not leave the cord hanging over the table or counter, where it can be pulled on by a child or trip someone.
- Never pour cold water in the tank immediately after a brew cycle. Let the appliance cool down between preparations.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
- Never operate the appliance with wet hands.
2.4| Important Product Information
[NOTE] Read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. Please follow the safety guidelines.
The appliance may be used only for the intended purpose and in accordance with this manual. It contains instructions for using, cleaning and looking after the appliance. No liability is accepted for any damage resulting from non-observance.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place and pass it on to any subsequent user together with the appliance. Please also note the warranty information, which is enclosed separately. The safety precautions must be observed during use.
2.5| Before Using the First Time
- Take the appliance and all accessories out of the box carefully and make sure that all components and accessories are complete and undamaged.
- Ensure that all packaging material is removed before use.
- Clean the appliance, components and accessories before the first use and after any long storage, as described in section 11. Always use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces.
3| Components
- 1 Coffee bean container lid
- 2 Grinding fineness adjustment dial
- 3 Pre ground coffee funnel / funnel for cleaning tablet
- 4 LED light
- 5 Accessory for cleaning the milk system, 2 in 1: disassembly tool + cleaning needle
- 6 Removable One Touch Cappuccino block
- 7 Ground coffee spoon
- 8 Milk pot + lid (according to model)
- 9 Milk lance
- 10 Milk tube
- 11 Coffee grounds collector
- 12 Milk tube connector
- 13 Grid and removable drip tray
- 14 Removable spout cover
- 15 Height-adjustable coffee outlets
- 16 Water tank
- 17 Claris Aqua Filter System with fitting accessory
- 18 Display panel
- 19 Care kit bag
- 20 1 descaling sachet
- 21 2 cleaning tablets
- 22 2 sticks for testing water hardness
- 23 Pipe cleaner
- 24 Settings button
- 25 Cleaning button
- 26 On / Off button
- 27 Home button
- 28 Navigation touchscreen
- 29 Profile 1
- 30 Profile 3
- 31 Profile 2
- 32 Profile 4
4| Differences Between the Models
| FEATURES | WMF PERFECTION 890L | WMF PERFECTION 880L | WMF PERFECTION 860L | WMF PERFECTION 840L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design | black | silver | silver | silver |
| Recipes | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Ristretto | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Espresso | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Lungo | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Long Coffee / Caf Crme | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Doppio / Double Espresso | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Americano | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Morning Coffee | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Cappuccino | 16 | 16 | 10 | 4 |
| Latte macchiato | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Caffe Latte | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Flat white | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Milk Coffee / Cafe au Lait | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Espresso macchiato | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Hot milk | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Frothy milk | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Hot Water | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Hot water for black tea | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Hot water for white tea | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Hot water for green tea | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Settings | ||||
| Profile settings | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Coffee strength setting options | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Function Ground Coffee | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Milk container | Glass milk container | Glass milk container | -- | -- |
5| Overall View
5.1| Presentation of the Different Buttons
| BUTTON | DESCRIPTION / GENERAL FUNCTIONS |
|---|---|
| On / Off button (26) | Switching the machine on and off. Press the button to start the machine. |
| Home button (27) | Return to the home menu. The machine has a range of settings – explore them to create a personalized experience. |
| Cleaning button (25) | Access the various cleaning options for the machine. Proper maintenance optimizes the machine's lifespan and preserves the authentic taste of your coffee. |
| Back button | Return to the previous screen. |
| Next button | Go to the next step. For example, when preparing a Cappuccino, switch from milk preparation to espresso preparation. |
| Up/Down buttons | Browse upwards/downwards in the menu or increase/decrease the selected parameter value. |
| '+' button | Prepare one or two cups with your appliance. |
| OK button | Confirmation of selection. |
| START button | Start the selection. |
| STOP button | Stop the selection. |
| Profile buttons (29-32) | Profile buttons located on the right side of the screen. |
| Profile icon button | Profile button on the top left of the screen. |
| Contextual button | Function depends on the screen (advanced settings for recipes, profile settings, etc.). A recipe with this symbol [ground coffee symbol] is prepared from ground coffee inserted via the pre ground coffee funnel (3). |
5.2| Lights Settings
Button Backlight:
- When a button is not illuminated, the corresponding function is inaccessible.
- When it is slightly illuminated, the function is available and can be selected.
- While the function requested is in progress, the light becomes very bright.
Base Light Effects:
- When the machine is ON, the base shines brightly. You can switch the light on or off (see section 10).
- When the machine is OFF, the base does not shine.
- A floating light mode indicates a drink is being prepared.
- A blinking light on the base requires consumer intervention to finish the action.
- Generic information like warnings appears on the display panel (18).
[NOTE] This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class D. The light element is not intended for lighting purposes and is interchangeable by authorized service staff.
Spout Light: The spout light is automatically activated when a recipe is in progress.
6| Installing the Appliance
Initial Setup:
Connect the appliance to an earthed 230 V mains socket. Failure to do so may result in fatal injury from electric shock. Respect safety guidelines in section 2.3.
Place your machine on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface away from water splashes and heat sources. Ensure sufficient ventilation as the appliance gives off heat. Do not place on surfaces like marble. Remove the protective film from the display panel (18).
The drip tray (13) collects water or coffee that may flow out during and after preparation. Always leave it in place and empty it regularly.
Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON / OFF button (26). The WMF logo appears on the screen. Follow the instructions provided on the appliance (refer to figures A1–A15).
When using the machine for the first time, you will be prompted to configure various settings. Follow the indications displayed on the screen.
6.1| Measuring the Water Hardness
Set the machine according to water hardness (0 to 4). Follow these steps:
- Before first use, check water hardness to set the appliance accordingly. Re-check if water hardness changes or if using in a different location.
- Use the supplied test strip (22) or contact your local water authority.
Water Hardness Classes:
| DEGREE OF HARDNESS | dH | e | f | Appliance Setting | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS 0 | < 3 | < 3.75 | < 5.4 | 0 | very soft |
| CLASS 1 | > 4 | > 5 | > 7.2 | 1 | soft |
| CLASS 2 | > 7 | > 8.75 | > 12.6 | 2 | average hardness |
| CLASS 3 | > 14 | > 17.5 | > 25.2 | 3 | hard |
| CLASS 4 | > 21 | > 26.25 | > 37.8 | 4 | very hard |
- Fill a glass with water and insert a strip (figures B1–B2).
- Remove the strip after 1 minute and read the water hardness level (figures B3–B4).
- Indicate the number of red zones when configuring the appliance (figure B6).
6.2| Filter Installation
When switching on for the first time, the appliance prompts for filter installation. Select YES and follow screen instructions.
- Install the filter in the appliance.
- ONLY screw the filter into the bottom of the water tank using the supplied accessory (17) (figures A4–A5).
- Set the filter fitting month (position 1) by turning the grey ring. The replacement month is indicated in position 2.
- Fill the water tank after filter installation.
- Place a 0.6 l container under the steam exit (figure A8). The machine must be primed to fill water circuits. Follow screen instructions.
- The machine fills water circuits, preheats them, and completes an automatic rinse. The screen will confirm completion.
7| Important Information Before Preparing Drinks
7.1| Preparing the Appliance
- Remove and fill the water tank (16) (figures A3–A6).
- Replace the water tank (16) (figure A7).
- Open the coffee bean container lid (1) and add coffee beans (max. 250 g) (figures A12–A13).
- Replace the coffee bean container lid (1) (figure A14).
[CAUTION] Do not fill the water tank (16) with hot water, milk, or other liquids.
[CAUTION] Never put ground coffee in the coffee container. Avoid using oily, caramelized, or flavored coffee beans as they may damage the appliance. Ensure coffee beans do not contain foreign particles (like grit), as damage from these will invalidate the guarantee. Do not put water into the coffee bean container.
7.2| Preparing the Grinder
The machine automatically adjusts the ground coffee quantity based on selected drinks and strength.
You can also set coffee strength by adjusting the grinding fineness. Finer grinding generally results in stronger, creamier coffee. Different coffee types may require different settings; fine for espresso, coarser for regular coffee.
Adjust fineness using the slider (2) on top of the appliance (figure A14).
[CAUTION] On new products, the grinder position is factory-set and should not be changed for 30 recipes to allow it to settle. If coffee dispenses too slowly, move the slider one notch towards coarser.
[NOTE] Apply this setting notch by notch during grinding. A noticeable taste difference will occur after 3 recipes. Adjusting more than one notch towards 'fine' at once may trigger an alert asking for a coarser setting.
Grinding fineness adjustment is useful for changing coffee types or strength, but systematic adjustment is not advised.
7.3| Adjusting the Coffee Outlet
The coffee outlets (15) can be moved up or down according to cup size (figure A15).
[NOTE] Splashing or scalding may occur if coffee outlets (15) are too high relative to the cup.
8| Preparing Drinks
Preparation: Place cup(s) under the coffee nozzles. Press the button for the desired drink.
8.1| Coffee Drinks
Possible settings: Adjust coffee strength by selecting the number of coffee beans displayed. Prepare one or two cups using the '+' button (figure C3).
Adjust coffee volume using the quantity scale on the screen (before or during preparation). The process involves grinding, tamping, and brewing. Press STOP to interrupt at any time.
8.2| Teas / Hot Water
Possible settings: Prepare hot water for teas or herbal teas.
- Model 840: One hot water recipe; temperature and volume are adjustable.
- Models 860, 880, 890: Three tea types (black, white, green); hot water temperature adapts to selection; volume is adjustable.
8.3| Milky Drinks
Before recipe launch:
- Connect the slimmer, longer side of the milk tube connector (12) to the One Touch Cappuccino block (6) (figure D1). [NOTE] Ensure the connector is securely inserted for recipe quality.
- Immerse the other end in milk or a milk bottle (figure D3).
- Place cup(s) under the coffee/milk nozzles (figure D6).
Possible settings: Adjust coffee strength and drink size. Steam froths the milk; this requires preheating. The machine allows adjusting milk foam quantity for various recipes.
Press STOP to pause or '>>' to advance to the next step (for multi-step recipes).
[NOTE] Volume cannot be modified during milky drink preparation.
Cleaning after milky drinks: The screen prompts 'Clean milk?'. Rinsing after each use is advised for cleanliness and foam quality.
[NOTE] For best results, regularly clean the removable One Touch Cappuccino block (6) (see section 11).
If milk foam quality degrades, repeat rinsing and cleaning. Insufficient maintenance causes this.
[NOTE] Automatic rinsing occurs when the machine switches off, depending on preparation type. The cycle is brief.
8.4| Ground Coffee Recipes
Prepare coffee and milky drinks using ground coffee. Use the 'Ground Coffee' option from the home screen or a profile. After setting your recipe and pressing START, open the pre ground coffee funnel (3). Insert one spoonful of ground coffee using the provided spoon (7). Close the hatch. Repeat if necessary. Press OK to execute. Two spoonfuls (one after another) are recommended for good coffee taste.
[CAUTION] Do not put more than 1 spoonful of ground coffee in the funnel (3) at once. Do not use more than 2 spoonfuls per recipe; damage from excessive amounts is not covered by the guarantee.
[CAUTION] Do not put anything other than ground coffee in the funnel; damage from other substances is not covered by the guarantee.
[NOTE] Never open the pre ground coffee funnel (3) during recipe preparation; this stops the process and triggers automatic maintenance after closing.
Ground coffee recipes can be made even without coffee beans. If a cycle is interrupted, the appliance prompts to close the hatch before running maintenance.
8.5| Permanent Settings
The following settings can be made permanent. Refer to the table for details on volume, strength, and advanced settings.
| PRODUCT | NUMBER OF GRINDINGS | DOUBLE RECIPE AVAILABLE | APPROXIMATE SIZE | DEFAULT STRENGTH (MIN/MED/MAX) | POSSIBLE SETTINGS | ADVANCED SETTINGS BY PUSHING PARAMETERS | GROUND COFFEE OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ristretto | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 25 ml | Med | Volume (20–35 ml, 5 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T2/T3 | Yes |
| Espresso | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 40 ml | Med | Volume (30–70 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Lungo | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 80 ml | Med | Volume (50–90 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Long Coffee / Caf Crme | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 120 ml | Min | Volume (80–180 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Doppio / Double Espresso | 2 | No | 80 ml | Med | Volume (60–140 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | No |
| Americano | 1 | No | 160 ml | Med | Volume (120–280 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Morning Coffee | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 150 ml | Max (fixed) | Volume (120–170 ml, 10 ml steps), strength | Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | No |
| Cappuccino | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 180 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Latte macchiato | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 250 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Caffe Latte | 1 | No | 250 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Flat white | 2 | No | 160 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | No |
| Milk Coffee / Cafe au Lait | 1 | No | 280 ml | Min | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Espresso macchiato | 1 | Yes (2 grindings) | 60 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL), strength | Foam volume, Coffee temperature T1/T2/T3 | Yes |
| Hot milk | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL) | Foam volume | No |
| Frothy milk | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (M/L/XL) | Foam volume | No |
| Hot Water | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (50–300 ml, 10 ml steps) | Water temperature (T1/T2/T3) | No |
| Hot water for black tea | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (50–300 ml, 10 ml steps) | Water temperature (T1/T2/T3) | No |
| Hot water for white tea | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (50–300 ml, 10 ml steps) | Water temperature (T1/T2/T3) | No |
| Hot water for green tea | No | No | 200 ml | Med | Volume (50–300 ml, 10 ml steps) | Water temperature (T1/T2/T3) | No |
9| Profile Menus
Profiles and favourite recipes allow you to record your preferred recipes, personalize them, and set other options like lights and display.
9.1| Create and Delete a Profile
Method 1: Press one of the profile buttons (29–32) on the right side of the screen. If no profile is saved for that button, follow screen instructions.
Method 2: Press the profile icon [profile icon] on the top left of the screen, then press '+' (available if the maximum number of profiles is not reached). Up to 16 profiles can be created (depending on model). To modify or delete a profile, press the settings button within that profile.
If you stop a favourite drink preparation, the setting will be saved. For each profile, you can set:
- Base light: on or off
- Auto on for a specific favourite recipe
- Recipes display
- Add a name
- Choose a color
- Choose a shortcut
9.2| Create and Delete a Favourite Recipe
Method 1: From the profile interface, press '+' to add a recipe and follow screen instructions.
Method 2: At the end of a recipe, press the [save recipe icon] button.
Up to 8 recipes can be saved per profile. To delete a favourite recipe, press and hold the recipe tile, then press the 'X' icon displayed on the top of the tile.
[NOTE] Recipes cannot be modified in the profile menu or during preparation.
10| Setting Menu
Access the menu by pressing the gear wheel icon [gear icon] on the left of the display panel (18).
Available settings include:
- Parameters: Language, clock, date, water hardness, coffee temperature, tea temperature, unit of measurement, base light brightness, screen brightness, Auto-off, automatic rinsing, recipe display (mosaic or slider), reset product.
- Information: Drinks prepared, number of recipes completed.
- Help and Tutorials: Videos explaining appliance usage.
Main Settings:
- Date: Must be set, especially when using an anti-limescale cartridge.
- Clock: Choose between 12-hour or 24-hour display.
- Language: Select your preferred language from the options.
- Measuring Unit: Set to ml or oz.
- Screen Brightness: Adjust to your preference.
- Drinks Temperature: Adjust coffee/tea temperature to three levels. This is a general setting but can be overridden per recipe via advanced settings.
- Water Hardness: Set from 0 to 4 (see section 6.1).
- Auto-off: Set the duration after which the appliance switches off automatically to save energy (15/30/60/90 minutes of inactivity). Shortest duration (15 min) saves most energy. Factory settings can be restored.
- Automatic Rinsing: Choose whether to activate automatic rinsing of the coffee outlet upon starting the machine (does not apply to tea recipes).
- Base Light: Adjust or switch off the base light independently of profile settings.
Press [back icon] to exit the settings menu. Settings are saved even after unplugging the machine.
11| General Maintenance
Proper maintenance optimizes the machine's lifespan and preserves coffee taste. For hygiene, perform daily maintenance and a rinsing program before first use or after more than 2 days of non-use.
11.1| Maintaining Coffee Grounds Collector and Drip Tray
The drip tray (13) collects used water; the coffee grounds collector (11) collects used grounds.
Emptying Drip Tray: Empty when the machine notifies you, or more regularly before notification (figures J1–J9). Recommended to air dry before replacing. Always keep it in place and empty regularly.
[CAUTION] Not emptying the drip tray (13) regularly may damage the machine. Disassemble cover by pulling on the indicated area (figure J5) for cleaning.
Emptying Coffee Grounds Collector: Empty when notified, or more regularly before notification. Ensure the machine is ON so it registers the emptying (figures I1–I6).
[CAUTION] Not emptying the coffee grounds collector (11) regularly may damage the machine. Do not put it in the dishwasher. For hygiene, clean daily under hot water with soap and sponge. Recommended to air dry before replacing.
11.2| Maintenance of Water Tank
Use only fresh water. Clean the water tank (16) daily with hot water and a bottle brush for best coffee flavour and hygiene.
11.3| Why and How to Maintain the Milk System?
Maintain the milk system after preparing milky drinks.
[NOTE] For consistent foam quality:
- Start the machine's cleaning cycle. Milk system cleaning can be started anytime (see tutorials in machine).
- Thoroughly clean the tube and nozzle with hot water immediately after each use. Use the pipe cleaner for the metal part of the milk tube.
- Clean the milk pot (8) after each use or when empty. The glass jar is dishwasher safe.
If milk foam quality degrades, repeat rinsing and cleaning. Insufficient maintenance causes this.
[NOTE] Automatic rinsing occurs when the machine switches off, depending on preparation type. The cycle is brief.
11.4| Why and How to Clean the Coffee Beans Tank?
Coffee beans can leave oily stains affecting coffee taste. To preserve flavour and hygiene, wipe the coffee beans tank with a soft, dry cloth each time you refill it.
[CAUTION] Do not clean with water, as water in the coffee beans tank may damage the product.
11.5| Why and How to Clean the Coffee Hatch?
After ground coffee recipes: Brush the pre ground coffee funnel (3) with the spoon's brush (7) or a dry cloth after each use for best flavour and hygiene.
After coffee cleaning: The funnel (3) is used for cleaning the coffee system to introduce cleaning tablets (section 12). Ensure no ground coffee is in the funnel before inserting a tablet. After cleaning, brush the funnel to remove cleaning product residues.
11.6| Overview General Maintenance
[WARNING] Drip tray full. Preparation is only possible after emptying.
[WARNING] Coffee beans tank empty. Refill to prepare coffee with grinding.
[WARNING] Water tank empty. Refill to prepare any recipe.
[WARNING] Coffee grounds collector full. Empty to prepare any recipe.
[NOTE] Recipes cannot be prepared if the drip tray is not in place.
[NOTE] Recipes are possible without grinding (ground coffee, milk, or hot water).
[NOTE] Recipes require the water tank to be in place and full. Always place the water tank in the machine.
[NOTE] Recipes require the coffee grounds collector to be in place.
[NOTE] The recipe cannot be prepared if the coffee chute door is open; close it to proceed. Opening the door during a recipe stops it and triggers automatic maintenance after closing.
[NOTE] Grinding is not possible if the coffee beans cover is not on the appliance. Keep the cover on to preserve coffee bean flavour.
12| Other Maintenance
Access the maintenance menu by pressing the Cleaning button [cleaning icon] on the screen.
| MAINTENANCE | WHEN? | EXPLANATION | ACCESSORIES REQUIRED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic milk cleaning (30 s / 20 ml) | After each milky drink, or when notified | Cleans the machine's milk system. Can be started anytime. | Cleaning needle (5) |
| Coffee rinsing (45 s / 30 ml) | At any time | Rinses the coffee system with hot water only, ensuring authentic coffee taste. | 1 cleaning tablet |
| Tea rinsing (30 s / 20 ml) | At any time | Rinses with hot water to ensure authentic tea/infusion taste. | |
| Milk accessory cleaning (5 min) | When notified or at any time | Involves removing and cleaning the removable One Touch Cappuccino block (6). Regular cleaning ensures optimal milk frothing (see figures F1–F15). | |
| Coffee system cleaning (13 min / 600 ml) | When notified or at any time | Cleans and degreases the coffee system, preserving optimal drink aromas. Clean coffee hatch before and after (see figures H1–H9). | 1 dose of descaler |
| Descaling (25 min / 600 ml) | When notified or after the first 60 beverages, at any time | Performs descaling to remove limescale/tartar deposits affecting coffee taste. Function activates after a certain number of drinks. Stir to dissolve product when pouring into the tank. |
[CAUTION] The cleaning program does not need immediate execution upon notification but should be done soon after. Postponing cleaning keeps the alert message displayed. If the machine is unplugged or loses power during cleaning, the program restarts and cannot be postponed as it is mandatory for rinsing the water system. A new cleaning tablet may be needed. Consult machine settings for details.
Alert messages on the display indicate when maintenance is required.
13| Troubleshooting
[WARNING] Repairs on electrical wiring and components must only be performed by qualified technicians. Failure to comply risks fatal electric shock. Do not use a visibly damaged appliance!
| FUNCTION | PROBLEM | CORRECTIVE ACTION |
|---|---|---|
| General operation | Machine displays a failure, software hangs, or malfunctions. | Switch off, unplug, remove filter, wait one minute, then switch on again. Press and hold the ON/OFF button to start. |
| Use | Appliance does not switch on when ON/OFF button is pressed. | Check fuses and plug sockets. Ensure the power plug is correctly inserted. |
| Use | Power failure occurs during a cycle. | Appliance restarts automatically when power is restored. Follow screen instructions if necessary. |
| Use | Appliance asks to be unplugged and plugged back in. | Unplug for 20 seconds, remove Claris Aqua Filter System, then plug back in. If error persists, contact WMF Customer Service. |
| Use | Coffee grinder makes a strange noise. | Likely foreign bodies in the grinder. Try cleaning with a vacuum cleaner; otherwise, contact WMF Customer Service. |
| Use | Coffee fineness slider is difficult to manipulate. | Only change the grinder setting when it is running. |
| Preparing drinks | Appliance is not producing coffee or any other requested recipe. | A problem was detected during preparation. The appliance has restarted automatically and is ready for a new cycle. |
| Preparing drinks | Ground coffee used instead of beans in the coffee bean container. | Use a vacuum cleaner to remove ground coffee from the container. Only put coffee beans in the container; avoid other products like spices. |
| Preparing drinks | Coffee beans alert is on, even with beans in the tank. | Open lid and shake beans manually. Avoid oily, caramelized, or flavored beans that do not grind easily. |
| Preparing drinks | Water underneath the appliance. | Wait 15 seconds after coffee flow stops before removing the water tank to allow the appliance to finish its cycle. Ensure the drip tray is correctly positioned; it should always be in place, even when the appliance is not in use. Do not remove the drip tray during a cycle. |
| Preparing drinks | Water in the coffee grounds collector. | If water flows onto the upper cover, it is directed to the coffee retainer. Avoid stacking full cups on top of the appliance. |
| Preparing drinks | Warm water flows from coffee outlets and One Touch Cappuccino block when turning off. | According to the recipe, the machine may run an automatic rinsing cycle when turned off to prevent clogging. This cycle lasts a few seconds and stops automatically. |
| Using milk froth | One Touch Cappuccino block does not suck milk. | Check block assembly (especially milk tube connector). Ensure steam nozzle is not blocked. Check connector is not blocked/dirty; soak in warm water/detergent, rinse, dry, reassemble. Ensure flexible pipe is not blocked/twisted and is properly inserted into the block for an airtight seal. Check it is fully immersed in milk. Rinse and clean the block (see cleaning sections). Use fresh, pasteurized, or UHT milk, preferably chilled. |
| Using milk froth | One Touch Cappuccino block produces little or no froth. | Check One Touch Cappuccino block (6) is correctly positioned. |
| Using milk froth | Milk or water not flowing correctly into cups. | Complete a milk rinsing cycle or dismantle and clean the One Touch Cappuccino accessory before preparation. |
| Using milk froth | Traces of milk in Americano or Hot water. | Run a coffee circuit rinsing cycle before preparing coffee. Increase coffee temperature in advanced menu or settings. Warm the cup with hot water rinse before preparation. Choose cup size according to recipe volume. |
| Preparing drinks | Espresso or coffee not hot enough. | Avoid oily, caramelized, or flavored beans. Ensure beans dispense correctly and the sensor is not obstructed. Decrease drink volume and increase strength. Push grinding fineness slider left for finer grounds. Prepare drink in two cycles using the 2-cup function. |
| Preparing drinks | Coffee too light or too weak. | Push grinding fineness slider (2) right for coarser grounds (depending on coffee type). Run rinsing cycles. Clean machine (section 12). For ground coffee recipes, use coarser ground coffee or an espresso machine blend. |
| Preparing drinks | Tea not hot enough or too hot. | Increase or decrease hot water temperature in the Settings menu. |
| Using steam | After closing ground coffee funnel (3), ground coffee remains inside. | Before inserting the second spoon, check if the hatch is empty. If not, use the brush on the spoon to dislodge coffee. Close hatch after one spoon insertion; do not put multiple spoons at once. Do not tamp ground coffee in the hatch before closing to avoid sticking. |
| Using steam | Steam nozzle partially or completely blocked. | Dismantle nozzle from support using the dismantling key (figure F4). Replace support without nozzle. Start rinse cycle for One Touch Cappuccino block to remove deposits. Clean steam nozzle, ensuring opening is not obstructed by milk residue or limescale. Use cleaning needle (figure F5) if necessary. |
| Using steam | No steam comes out of the steam nozzle. | Ensure steam nozzle is not blocked (see above). If issue persists, empty water tank, temporarily remove Claris filter. Fill tank with high-calcium mineral water (>100 mg/l) and run 5-10 steam cycles into a container until a continuous steam jet is obtained. Replace filter and use regular water. |
| Using steam | Steam escapes from the drip tray grid. | Depending on the preparation type, steam may escape from the drip tray grid. |
| Using maintenance | Drip tray emptied, but warning message still displayed. | Metal contacts are dirty. Clean and wipe metal contacts at the back of the drip tray. |
| Using maintenance | Machine does not request descaling. | Descaling cycle is requested after a large number of recipes. |
| Using maintenance | Low flow through coffee nozzle during descaling. | During descaling, multiple internal processes occur without constant nozzle flow. |
| Using maintenance | Some ground coffee accumulated in the drip tray. | A small amount of ground coffee may settle in the drip tray. The machine evacuates excess ground coffee to keep the percolation zone clean. For ground coffee recipes, use only one dose (spoon size). |
| Using maintenance | Coffee grounds collector emptied, but warning message still displayed. | Correctly replace the coffee grounds collector and follow screen instructions. Wait at least 6 seconds before replacing. |
| Using maintenance | Water tank filled, but warning message still displayed. | Ensure sufficient water is in the tank for level detection; fill completely. Check tank is correctly installed. Ensure the float at the bottom moves freely; check and unblock if necessary. |
The appliance complies with European directives 2014/35/EU, 201/30/EU and 2009/125/EU.
Environmental Protection: This product contains valuable raw materials that can be recycled. Dispose of the appliance at a collection point in your city or municipality.
Subject to change.
