Smeg Coffee Machine User Manual

We advise you to read this manual carefully, as it contains all the instructions for managing the appliance's aesthetic and functional qualities. For further information on the product: www.smeg.com

This manual provides essential information for the safe and correct use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Smeg coffee machine. Please read it thoroughly before operating the appliance.

Important Safety Information

General Warnings

• This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and should be kept intact and accessible to the user throughout the appliance's lifespan.
• Always follow the safety warnings for safe use of the appliance.
• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
• Always disconnect the coffee machine from the power outlet before assembling, disassembling, or cleaning it.
• Allow the coffee machine to cool down before cleaning.
• Do not use the coffee machine without water in the tank or without the tank itself.
• Ensure adequate clearance: at least 3 cm between the coffee machine and any side or rear walls, and at least 15 cm above the coffee machine.
• Burn Hazard! The coffee machine generates heat and produces hot water during operation.
• Burn Hazard! Never touch the warming plate during use.
• Do not use the coffee machine with parts or accessories from other manufacturers.
• Use only original manufacturer spare parts. Using non-recommended spare parts can cause fires, electric shocks, or personal injuries.
• Always place the coffee maker on a flat and dry surface.
• Do not use strong cleaning agents or sharp objects to clean the coffee maker.
• Never attempt to extinguish a flame or fire with water. Turn off the appliance, unplug it, and cover the flame with a lid or fire blanket.
• Ensure the power cord does not come into contact with sharp edges.
• Do not use the appliance near sinks or taps.
• If using an extension cord, ensure its rated value is at least equivalent to the appliance's rated value. If the appliance has a grounded 3-pin power cord, the extension cord must be of type A 3-PIN WITH GROUND. The extension cord should be placed so it does not lie on surfaces or tables where children can pull it or trip over it, causing objects to fall.
• We recommend wiping the machine gently before use, as there may be minor signs of moisture remaining from quality control checks.

Specific Appliance Warnings

• The appliance can be used to brew espresso and cappuccino using ground coffee or pods. Any other use is unsuitable. Do not use the appliance for purposes other than its intended use.
• This appliance is intended for household use only. It is not suitable for:
  • Staff kitchens in shops, offices, and other work environments.
  • Farmhouses/country houses for holiday rentals.
  • Customers in hotels, motels, and residential areas.
  • Bed and breakfast establishments.
• Use by persons (including children over 8 years old) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities is permitted only if they are supervised by adults or have been instructed on safe use and understand the hazards.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Keep the appliance and its power cord out of reach of children under 8 years old.
• Cleaning or maintenance work may be performed by children aged 8 or older, but only under adult supervision.

Manufacturer's Responsibility

The manufacturer disclaims all liability for damage to persons or property caused by:

• Use other than intended.
• Failure to read the user manual.
• Tampering with any part of the appliance.
• Use of non-original spare parts.
• Failure to observe safety warnings.

Save these instructions. If the appliance is transferred to other people, the user manual must also be handed over to them. These instructions can be downloaded from the Smeg website "www.smeg.com".

Disposal

Appliances marked with this symbol are subject to EU Directive 2012/19/EU. Electrical and electronic appliances that are disposed of must be separated from household waste and handed over to special state collection points. Correct disposal helps prevent environmental damage and health risks. For more information on disposing of the appliance, contact your local council, waste management office, or the retailer where you purchased it.

Description of the Appliance (Fig. A)

The coffee machine includes the following components:

• 1 Cup warmer.
• 2 Brew group.
• 3 Filter holder.
• 4 Drip tray grid.
• 5 Water level indicator (float).
• 6 Drip tray.
• 7 Steam wand.
• 8 Steam knob.
• 9 ON/OFF button.
• 10 Water tank lid.
• 11 Water tank (1 liter).
• 12 Measuring scoop/tamper.
• 13 Pod filter.
• 14 Single filter (for ground coffee).
• 15 Double filter (for ground coffee).
• 16 Water softening filter (optional).
• 17 Control panel.
• 18 Water hardness test strip.
• 19 Steam wand cleaning needle.

Description of Accessories

Included accessories:

• Measuring scoop/tamper (12): Used to measure ground coffee for the filter and to tamp it.
• Filters (13, 14, 15): The machine includes 3 filters: two press filters for ground coffee and one for paper pods (Fig. B).
• Water hardness test strip (18): Use this strip to check your water hardness according to the instructions in the "Machine Settings - Water Hardness" section.

Operation

Description of Controls (Fig. A)

• ON/OFF Button (9): Turns the machine on and off by pressing the button.
• Brewing Program Selection Button (23): The product has 4 espresso functions and a steam function accessible via two menus: White Menu and Orange Menu. When the machine is ready, press this button to switch between the "White" and "Orange" output menus.
  • White Menu: All buttons light up white.
  • Orange Menu: All buttons light up orange.
  For specific functions in each menu, refer to section "2.2 Description of Commands".

• Descaling Alarm (22): When the button flashes orange, it indicates that descaling is required.

Before First Use (Fig. D)

• Remove any labels and stickers from the coffee machine.
• Wash and dry the coffee machine parts thoroughly (see "4 Cleaning and Maintenance").
• Remove the lid (10) by pulling it upwards and then remove the tank (11).
• Fill the tank (11) with fresh, clean water directly from the tap or using a jug. Ensure not to exceed the max fill line on the tank.
• Replace the tank (11) and press gently so the valves at the bottom open.

Do not operate the coffee machine without water in the tank or without the tank. RISK OF MALFUNCTION! Parts that come into contact with food are made of materials that comply with applicable legislation.

First Use (Fig. G and H)

The internal circuits must be rinsed during the first use. Follow these steps:

• Turn on the coffee machine by pressing the ON/OFF button (9): the lights on the three buttons (20), (21), and (22) will flash to indicate that the preset temperature is being reached. The coffee machine is ready for use as soon as the three lights are steady.
• Attach the filter holder (3) with the double cup filter (15) to the coffee machine.
• Place a container under the coffee dispensing spout and press button (21).
• Repeat this procedure 5 times.
• Place a container under the hot water/steam nozzle (7).
• Turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise and let 100 ml of water run out.
• Turn the steam knob (8) clockwise again to finish the operation.

Rinsing the internal circuits is also recommended if the coffee machine has not been used for a long period.

Changing Brewing Program (Fig. A)

• The machine has two coffee brewing menus stored: White Menu and Orange Menu. To switch from one program to the other, press button (23).
• In the White menu, all buttons light up white; in the Orange menu, all buttons light up orange.
• For specific functions in each menu, see section "2.2 Description of Commands".

Making Espresso

The coffee machine is equipped with three filters (FIG. B): a single cup filter (14), a double cup filter (15), and a pod filter (13). The underside of each filter is marked with the corresponding icon.

To avoid splashing, do not attach the filter holder while coffee is brewing or immediately after. Wait a few seconds after it is finished.

RISK OF BURNS!

Tips for Warmer Coffee (Fig. G)

To achieve warmer espresso, we recommend the following:

• Warm the cups before brewing coffee by rinsing them with hot water.
• Insert the filter holder (3) into the machine with the filter inserted, without adding coffee. Use the same cup that will be used for brewing, press the 1-cup button (20), and let hot water dispense into the cup to warm it.

It is normal for the first few cups of coffee not to reach the correct temperature after a long period of machine inactivity (a pause of over 30 minutes). Repeat the procedure described to make the coffee warmer.

Ground Coffee (Fig. B-C-E-G)

• Insert the ground coffee filter into a single cup (14) or double cup (15) filter holder (3).
• Fill the filter (14) or (15) with ground coffee, ensuring you use finely ground coffee suitable for espresso.
• Distribute the ground coffee evenly and tamp it with the tamper (12).
• Remove any excess coffee from the edge of the filter holder (3). Attach the filter holder to the brew group (2) and turn it clockwise to the locked position.
• For one cup, fill the designated filter (14) with one level scoop of coffee (approx. 7 grams).
• For two cups, fill the designated filter (15) with two level scoops.
• For a stronger cup of coffee, tamp the ground coffee firmly with the tamper.
• For a milder cup of coffee, do not tamp the ground coffee too firmly with the tamper.
• Before inserting the filter holder into the brew group, clean the filter rim to remove any coffee residue.
• Place the cup or cups under the filter holder spouts.
• Press the button for the desired function. Brewing will stop automatically for each selected function.

For specific drinks, see section 2.2 "Description of Commands".

When dispensing is complete, wait a couple of seconds, then remove the filter holder (3) by turning it counter-clockwise.

Coffee Pods (Fig. B-C-F-G)

• Insert the pod filter (13) into the filter holder (3).
• Insert the pod into the filter holder (3) and try to center it as much as possible. Attach the filter holder (3) to the brew group (2).
• Place the cup or cups under the filter holder spouts (3) and press the dispensing button (20).
• When dispensing is complete, turn the filter holder (3) counter-clockwise to remove it.

Before proceeding with dispensing, ensure the pod's flap remains inside the filter and not on the edge.

All dispensing can be interrupted at any time by pressing the dispensing button.

After each dispensing and after waiting a few seconds, we recommend removing the filter holder and cleaning the filter of coffee residues.

Adjusting Coffee Quantity

The desired coffee quantity can be customized for each function type. To change the dispensed coffee quantity:

• Place a small or large cup under the spout (2).
• Press and hold one of the beverage buttons (20) or (21) for at least 3 seconds until its indicator light is steady.
• Stop dispensing when the desired quantity is reached by pressing the button again.
• The time is set and permanently memorized.

Dispensing Steam and Brewing Cappuccino (Fig. H and I)

• Press button (22), which will start flashing. Wait until the button lights up steadily, indicating the correct temperature for steam generation has been reached.
• When light (22) is steady, place an empty container under the milk frother (7), turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise to drain any residual water, then close the knob.
• Fill a container with 100 ml of cold milk for each cappuccino you wish to prepare.
• Place the container with milk under the milk frother (7) and position the end of the tube to contact the milk.
• Turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise to activate steam.
• Then, lower the frother into the milk and gently move the milk container up and down.
• When the optimal temperature is reached, stop dispensing by turning the steam knob (8) clockwise.
• Pour the frothed milk into the cups with the previously brewed espresso.
• To brew multiple cappuccinos, first brew all cups with coffee, then froth the milk for all cappuccinos.
• Clean the steam wand with a damp cloth immediately after frothing the milk (7).

• Empty milk residue by turning the steam knob to release steam.
• Dispense steam for a maximum of 60 seconds.
• After heating the milk, the steam wand (7) must be cleaned internally by dispensing steam for a few seconds.
• Clean the steam wand (7) every time it is used to prevent build-up of milk residue or clogging. For a complete cleaning of the steam wand, see section "Cleaning and Maintenance".

For cups with very high rims, the drip tray (6) can be removed.

The steam function may be affected by the ingredients used. For a good cappuccino, it is recommended to use semi-skimmed or standard milk kept at refrigerator temperature (approx. 5 °C). To avoid poorly frothed milk or milk with large bubbles, always clean the steam wand as described in section "4 Cleaning and Maintenance".

Cooling the Heating Element (Fig. H)

When the heating element is too hot to brew coffee, buttons (20) and (21) will flash alternately. The heating element must be cooled if you wish to brew a cup of coffee immediately after frothing milk. If the heating element is not cooled, the coffee may taste burnt. To quickly cool the heating element, do the following:

• Place a container under the milk frother (7) and turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise to let hot water run out.
• The steam wand (7) will initially dispense steam. Be careful of burns. Then, continue dispensing hot water: this indicates the heating element has reached the correct temperature for brewing coffee.
• Turn the steam knob (8) clockwise and proceed with brewing coffee.

Dispensing Hot Water (Fig. H)

• Turn on the machine using the ON/OFF switch and wait until the coffee brewing lights are steady.
• Place a container under the steam wand (7).
• Turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise to let hot water run out.
• Stop dispensing by turning the steam knob (8) clockwise.

Accessing Programming Menu and Changing Settings

• Ensure the machine is ready for use and press and hold button (23) for 5 seconds until all buttons start flashing: the machine is in programming mode.
• Set the machine according to your needs (see next page).
• Wait 30 seconds without pressing any button to exit the menu.

Setting Coffee Temperature

• Enter the programming menu.
• Press button (20) to set the coffee temperature.
• Button (20) will flash 3 times, then the power setting lights will illuminate:

• The lights will start flashing sequentially.
• Press the button corresponding to the desired temperature: Low (20), Medium (21), or High (22).
• The selected button will flash to indicate the choice has been memorized, and an audible signal will sound if acoustic signals are enabled.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Setting Water Hardness

The machine is factory set to "Hard water level". You can program the machine based on the actual water hardness in your region, which will make descaling less frequent.

• If you do not know your water hardness, use the specific test strip (18) provided with the instructions below.
• Remove the provided test strip from its packaging.
• Immerse the strip completely in a glass of water for about 1 second.
• Remove the strip from the water and shake it lightly. Read the results after approximately 1 minute.
  • If the strip shows 5 segments that are all blue, select the "Soft water" setting.
  • If the strip shows 1 or 2 pink segments, select the "Medium-hard water" setting.
  • If the strip shows 3, 4, or 5 pink segments, select the "Hard water" setting.
• Enter the programming menu.
• Press button (21) to set the water hardness.
• Button (21) will flash 3 times, then the power setting lights will illuminate:

The lights will start flashing sequentially. Press the button corresponding to the water hardness: Soft, Medium, or Hard.

The selected button will flash to indicate the choice has been memorized, and an audible signal will sound if acoustic signals are enabled.

To extend the machine's lifespan and preserve coffee aroma and taste, we recommend using Smeg water softening filters (optional, not included). For installation and function, follow the instructions provided with the accessory. Once installed, set the water hardness level to 'Soft' by following the instructions in the previous section.

Setting Auto-Off Timer

To save energy, the coffee machine is equipped with an automatic shut-off function that activates if the machine is not used for an extended period. To restart the machine, press any button on the control panel.

To set the auto-off time:

• Enter the programming menu (see section "3.6 Accessing Programming Menu and Changing Settings").
• Press button (22) to set the auto-off time.

The lights will start flashing sequentially. Press the button corresponding to the desired time: 10 minutes (20), 30 minutes (21), or 1 hour (22). The selected button will flash to indicate the choice has been memorized, and an audible signal will sound if acoustic signals are enabled.

Resetting Factory Settings

To reset factory settings:

• Press and hold buttons (21) and (23) simultaneously for at least 10 seconds.
• All buttons will flash together once to indicate the original settings have been restored.

Activating/Deactivating Audio Signals

• The machine's default setting is with audio signals deactivated.
• Audio signals can be deactivated/activated by pressing and holding buttons (20) and (23) for 5 seconds.
• Button (20) will flash three times, indicating the setting has been memorized.

Cleaning and Maintenance Warnings

• Risk of Electric Shock
  • Unplug the appliance from the outlet before performing any cleaning on the coffee machine.
  • Do not immerse the coffee machine in water or other liquids.
  • Allow the coffee machine to cool down before cleaning.
• Risk of Surface Damage
  • Do not use steam jets for cleaning the coffee machine.
  • Do not use products containing chlorine, ammonia, or bleach on metal finishes (e.g., anodized, nickel-plated, chrome-plated).
  • Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents (e.g., powder products, stain removers, and metal sponges).
  • Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp scrapers.

Cleaning the Coffee Machine Body

To keep the external surfaces in good condition, clean them regularly after each use, once they have cooled down. Clean with a soft, damp cloth.

Cleaning Machine Parts

Cleaning the Drip Tray (Fig. I)

The drip tray (6) has a red float (5) that rises from the cup holder tray as soon as the maximum liquid level is exceeded.

• Remove the cup holder tray (4) and then the drip tray (6) to empty it.
• Clean the tray (6) with a cloth and reassemble it with the cup holder tray (4).
• Dry the components and reassemble them into the machine.

Cleaning Coffee Filters

Clean the coffee filters (13), (14), and (15) regularly under running water. If the holes are clogged, clean them with the provided needle (19).

Cleaning the Milk Frother (Fig. L)

Clean the milk frother (7) immediately after use.

• Turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise to release a little steam and let any milk residue inside drain out.
• Check that the steam outlet hole is not clogged. If there is any build-up, clean the steam outlet hole with the provided needle (19).

Cleaning the Brew Group

The brew group (2) should be rinsed after preparing 200 cups of espresso. Dispense approximately 500 ml of water by pressing one of the coffee buttons (20) or (21), without inserting coffee powder or a pod.

Cleaning the Water Tank

Clean the water tank (11) approximately once a month with a damp cloth and a mild detergent.

Descaling

The coffee machine needs to be descaled when the orange light for the (steam) button flashes. This message will appear each time the machine exits standby mode until the descaling procedure is performed.

To perform a descaling cycle, follow these steps:

• Empty the water tank (11) completely and remove the water softening filter (if applicable).
• Fill the water tank (11) up to the MAX level with a water solution and descaling agent in the doses recommended by the manufacturer.
• Remove the filter holder (3) and place a container under the spout (2) and the steam wand (7).
• Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button.
• When the machine is ready, press and hold button (22) for 10 seconds until the orange LED lights up steadily.
• Turn the steam knob (8) counter-clockwise.
• Press button (22) to start descaling; button (22) will start flashing.
• The descaling cycle will automatically run a series of rinses at intervals to remove limescale from inside the coffee machine until the tank is emptied (11).
• The descaling cycle will stop, and the white light (22) will turn on.
• Remove the water tank (11), empty, and rinse it.
• Fill the tank (11) with water up to the max level and place it back in position.
• Place an empty container under the milk frother (7), an empty container under the brew group (2), and ensure the steam knob (8) is in the horizontal position.
• Press the steam button (22) again to start the rinsing cycle.
• When the tank (11) is empty, the rinsing cycle is complete, and the machine will return to ready status.
• Turn the steam knob (8) clockwise.

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

• Descaling agents contain acids that can irritate skin and eyes.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety warnings carefully as indicated on the packaging if the product comes into contact with skin or eyes.
• Use only Smeg-recommended descaling agents to avoid damage to the coffee machine.

Troubleshooting

If the problem is not resolved or for other types of faults, please contact your local technical support.