DeLonghi La Specialista EC933X Coffee Maker

Instructions for use

1. Description

1.1 Description of the appliance (Page 3 - A)

A1. Beans container lid

A2. Beans container

A3. Cup tray

A4. Steam dial

A5. Hot water spout

A6. Steam spout

A7. Cappuccino maker selection ring

A8. Cappuccino maker

A9. Cappuccino maker connection nozzle

A10. Cup grille for espresso

A11. Cup grille for glasses or mugs

A12. Drip tray grille

A13. Drip tray

A14. Drip tray water level indicator

A15. Water tank lid

A16. Water tank extraction handle

A17. Water tank

A18. Water softener filter housing

A19. Power cord connector socket

A20. Main switch (ON/OFF)

A21. Boiler outlet

A22. Coffee mill outlet (tamper station)

A23. Presser lever

1.2 Description of control panel (Page 3 - B)

B1. ON/Standby button

B2. Ground coffee quantity dial

B3. "X2" button: to use the 2 coffees Easy Clean filter

B4. Rinse button

B5. "OK" button: to deliver the beverage/confirm

B6. Hot water button

B7. "My" button: to customise beverage quantity

B8. Mode selector dial:

B9. Descale light

B10. Steam ready light

B11. Overtemperature light

B12. Energy saving light

B13. General alarm light

B14. Beans container empty/no beans container light

B15. No water light

B16. Pressing light

B17. Pressure gauge

1.3 Description of the accessories (Page 2 - C)

C1. Filter holder

C2. Easy Clean filter 1 coffee

C3. Easy Clean filter 2 coffee

C4. "Total Hardness Test" indicator paper

C5. Descaler

C6. Water softener filter (*if present)

C7. Power cord

C8. Tube brush

C9. Milk jug

2. Preparing the Appliance

Wash all accessories with warm water and washing-up liquid, then proceed as follows:

  1. Insert the beans container (A2) in the coffee mill (figure 1).
  2. Insert the drip tray (A13) complete with cup grill (A11) and drip tray grille (A12) (figure 2).
  3. Extract the water tank (A17) (figure 3) and fill with fresh clean water, taking care not to exceed the MAX level (figure 4).
  4. Put the tank back in the appliance.

Important: Never operate the appliance without water in the tank or without the tank.

3. Setting Up the Appliance

Before using the machine, you must rinse the internal circuits. Proceed as follows:

  1. Plug the power cord connector (C7) into the socket (A19) at the back of the appliance (figure 5), then plug the plug into the mains socket. Make sure the main switch (A20) at the back of the appliance is pressed and in the I position (figure 6).
  2. The light (B6) corresponding to the button comes on, and the light (B15) flashes to indicate that you need to deliver water to fill the circuit (figure 7).
  3. Place a container with a minimum capacity of 100 ml under the hot water spout (A5) and cappuccino maker (A8) (figure 8).
  4. Press the button (B6) corresponding to the light (figure 9). Delivery begins and stops automatically. Empty the container.
  5. Attach the filter holder (C1) complete with filter to the appliance. To attach correctly, align the filter holder handle with "INSERT" (figure 10), then turn the handle to the right until it is aligned in the "CLOSE" position.
  6. Place a recipient under the filter holder and cappuccino maker (A8) (figure 11).
  7. Press the button (B4) corresponding to the light (figure 12). Delivery begins.
  8. When delivery is complete, turn the steam dial (A4) (figure 13) and deliver steam for 10 seconds to rinse the steam circuit.
  9. Repeat points 7 and 8 until you have delivered at least 1 litre of water (about half the tank).
  10. Extract the water tank (A17) (figure 3), rinse and fill with fresh clean water, taking care not to exceed the MAX level (figure 4).

The appliance is ready for use.

Please note: We also recommend rinsing the internal circuits if the appliance is not used for a long period.

4. Activating the Water Softener Filter

Certain models are fitted with a water softener filter (C6). If this is not the case with your model, you are recommended to purchase one from De'Longhi Customer Services.

To use the filter correctly, follow the instructions below.

  1. Remove the filter from the packaging.
  2. Turn the date indicator disk (figure 14) until the next 2 months of use are displayed.

Please note: The filter lasts about two months if the appliance is used normally. If the coffee machine is left unused with the filter installed, it will last a maximum of 3 weeks.

  1. To activate the filter, run tap water through the hole in the filter (figure 15) until water comes out of the openings at the side for more than a minute.
  2. Extract the tank (A17) (if necessary, fill with water).
  3. Insert the filter in the water tank and immerse it completely for about ten seconds, sloping it and pressing it lightly to enable the air bubbles to escape (figure 16).
  4. Place the filter in the filter housing (A18) (figure 17) and press as far as it will go. Close the tank, then put the tank back in the machine.

The filter is now active and the coffee machine can be used.

5. Menu Settings

Please note: Once in the menu, you can modify all the menu functions as described in the previous sections.

5.1 Coffee temperature

To change the temperature of the water used to make the coffee, proceed as follows:

  1. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  2. Turn the mode selection dial (B8) to the ESPRESSO position. The light (B11) remains on steadily.
  3. Press the button corresponding to the desired selection as shown in the following table:
Tasto Temperatura
x2 Normale
OK Alta
  1. To exit the menu, press the (B1) button. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).

5.2 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 the various regions, in which case descaling may be required less frequently.

Proceed as follows:

  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. 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.
  4. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  5. Turn the mode selection dial (B8) to the LONG BLACK position. The (B9) remains on steadily.
  6. Press the button corresponding to the desired selection as shown in the following table:
Total Hardness Test result Button Level
1 soft water x2 1
2 medium water OK 2
3 hard or very hard water My 3
  1. To exit the menu, press the (B1) button. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).

5.3 Auto-off

Auto-off can be set so that the appliance goes off after 15 minutes, one and a half hours, or three hours. Proceed as follows:

  1. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  2. Turn the mode selection dial (B8) to the COFFEE position. The (B13) remains on steadily.
  3. Press the button corresponding to the desired selection as shown in the following table:
Button Time
x2 15 minutes
OK 1.5 hours
My 3 hours
  1. To exit the menu, press the (B1) button. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).

5.4 Default values

The appliance can be reset to the default values. Proceed as follows:

  1. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  2. Press and hold the "My" button for a few seconds until the corresponding light starts flashing.
  3. To exit the menu, press the (B1) button. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).

5.5 Energy saving

Use this function to enable or disable energy saving. When enabled, the function reduces energy consumption in compliance with European regulations.

Proceed as follows:

  1. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  2. Press the (B6) button. The light (B12) comes on.
  3. To exit the menu, press the (B1) button. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).

Please note:

6. Making Coffee

6.1 Preparing the coffee mill

  1. Insert the beans container (A2), line up the printed marks and screw on by turning clockwise (figure 1) until it is aligned with position "3" (factory setting).
  2. Remove the beans container lid (A1).
  3. Place the required quantity of coffee beans in the container (figure 18).
  4. Close the lid, pressing firmly.
  5. Check that the ground coffee quantity dial (B2) is on position (factory setting).

Important: Do not remove the beans container while it contains beans.

6.2 Coffee beverages

Espresso

Beverage of Italian origin, a short coffee with an intense aroma.

Coffee Pre-infusion Quantity Filter x2
Espresso 1 cup 35 ml C2 X
2 cups 70 ml C3

Always check that the coffee quantity in the filter is correct (see paragraph "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter").

Coffee

Beverage of European origin, a long coffee with a delicate aroma.

Coffee Pre-infusion Quantity Filter x2
Coffee X 1 cup 70 ml C2 X
2 cups 140 ml C3

Long Black

This long coffee is a favourite in Australia and New Zealand. Hot water is delivered first, followed by the espresso directly into the cup. Only one cup can be made at a time.

Coffee Pre-infusion Quantity Filter x2
Long Black 1 cup 120 ml C2 X
RECOMMENDED 1 cup 240 ml C3

Always check that the coffee quantity in the filter is correct (see paragraph "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter").

6.3 Beverage selection

  1. Turn the mode selector dial (B8) to select the desired coffee (see section "6.2 Coffee beverages").
  2. If you use the 2 cup filter (C3), press the "2X" button (B3).

6.4 Select the grinding level

The grinding level affects delivery speed and therefore the quality of the extract.

The first time you use the appliance, we recommend using the factory setting (medium grinding) (figure 19), then if you are not satisfied with the result, adjust the level according to your personal taste and the type of coffee by setting a finer or coarser grinding level, referring to the tips in section "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter".

Important:

6.5 The coffee filters

The appliance is provided with two coffee filters.

The 1 coffee filter (C2), has the symbol marked on the bottom.

The 2 coffee filter (C3), has the ☕☕ symbol marked on the bottom.

The ideal level of pressed coffee is marked inside both filters (figure 20). If the quantity is above or below the level indicated, the result may not be satisfactory. The next times you use the coffee mill, you can adjust the grinding level using the dial (B2) (see section "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter").

6.6 Grind the coffee directly into the filter

  1. Place the ground coffee filter (C2) or (C3) in the filter holder (C1) (figure 21).
  2. Press the "X2" button if you are using the 2 coffee filter.
  3. Attach the filter holder to the outlet of the coffee mill (A22), aligning it with "INSERT", then turning it to the right (figure 22). Grinding begins when the filter holder reaches the CLOSE position and stops automatically.

Important: while the appliance is grinding coffee, you can perform a rinse, or produce hot water or steam at the same time.

  1. Once grinding is complete, the light (B16) flashes: pull the presser lever (A23) as far as it will go. The force exerted on the coffee is indicated on the lever itself (figure 23). The light remains on steady.
  2. Remove the filter holder by turning it towards the left.

Important: to adjust the correct quantity ground automatically into the filter holder, see section "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter".

If the filter holder is removed without pressing the coffee, flashes the (B16) light. To press it, turn the knob (B2) to position to disable the grinding and pull the lever (A23) : then re-attach the filter holder.

6.7 Using pre-ground coffee

  1. Place the ground coffee filter (C2) or (C3) in the filter holder (C1) (figure 21).
  2. Place the quantity of ground coffee in the filter.
  3. Turn the dial (B2) to position to disable the coffee mill.
  4. Attach the filter holder to the outlet of the coffee mill (A22) aligning it with "INSERT", then turning it to the right (figure 10).
  5. Pull the presser lever (A23) as far as it will go. The printing on the lever indicates the pressing force exerted (figure 23).
  6. Remove the filter holder by turning it towards the left.

6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter

Important: When using the coffee mill for the first time, leave the knob to position (min). At the beginning, it is normal for a few attempts to be needed before finding the correct grinding level and quantity. We recommend starting by using the default values, then if necessary changing them according to the tips in section "14. How to make perfect coffee".

A mark on the inside of the (C2) and (C3) filters shows the ideal quantity of pressed coffee (figure 20). Adjust the (B2) dial to increase or decrease the quantity of ground coffee (figure 24), in order to achieve the ideal quantity indicated by the mark.

6.9 Delivering the coffee

  1. Attach the filter holder (C1) to the appliance. To attach correctly, align the filter holder handle with "INSERT" (figure 10), then turn the handle to the right until it is aligned in the "CLOSE" position.
  2. Place the cup or cups under the filter holder spouts.
  3. If you are using small cups, lower the cup grille (A10) to bring the filter holder spouts nearer the cup. This makes a better froth (figure 25).
  4. Using the dial (B8), select the desired beverage.
  5. Press the "OK" button. The appliance makes the coffee then stops automatically.

Please note: While the machine is making coffee, delivery can be interrupted at any moment by pressing the "OK" button. To remove the filter holder, turn the handle from right to left.

Danger of burns

6.10 Pressure gauge

The pressure gauge enables you to check that pressure is correct while the coffee is being delivered (figure 26). While making ESPRESSO coffee, the indicator will initially be in the "pre-infusion" sector and will then rotate to the "optimal zone" during delivery. For more information, see section "14. How to make perfect coffee".

Important: the pressure gauge only operates while coffee beverages are being made. If you are preparing hot water or using the steam function, the pressure gauge indicator does not move.

7. How to Make Milk-Based Beverages

  1. Fill the milk jug (C9) with the milk you want to heat/froth, bearing in mind that the milk doubles or triples in volume. For a denser more even froth, you should ideally use skimmed or partially skimmed cow's milk at refrigerator temperature (about 5°C).
  2. Choose the position of the ring (A7) (figure 27) according to the beverage to be prepared (see following table):
Recommended position Milk beverage to be prepared
FLAT Hot milk (not frothed) / Caffelatte / Macchiato / Flat White
FOAM Cappuccino, Espresso Macchiato, Hot Milk (frothed)
  1. Place the jug (C9) containing the milk under the cappuccino maker (A8) (figure 28).
  2. Immerse the cappuccino maker in the milk container. Never immerse the black ring (figure 29).
  3. Turn the dial to the position (figure 30). Steam to heat the milk is delivered from the cappuccino maker. If the ring is in the FOAM position, the steam gives the milk a creamy frothy appearance (figure 31). To obtain a creamier froth, immerse the cappuccino maker in the milk and rotate the container with slow upward movements.
  4. When the required temperature (the ideal is 60°C) and froth density is reached, interrupt steam delivery by turning the dial to the position.
  5. For beverages requiring it, prepare the coffee (see section "6. Making coffee"). Choose sufficiently large cups and place them on the espresso cup grille (A10). To use tall glasses, close the espresso cup grille (A10) and rest the glass on the cup grille for glasses or mugs (A11).
  6. Pour the frothed milk into the cups. Sweeten to taste and if desired, sprinkle the froth with a little cocoa powder.

Please note: Preparing cappuccino: consider about 100 g of milk for each cup.

You should not deliver steam for more than 60 seconds.

8. Cleaning the Cappuccino Maker After Use

For hygiene reasons, the cappuccino maker should always be cleaned after use.

Proceed as follows:

  1. Deliver a little steam for a few seconds (points 2, 5 and 6 of the previous section) by turning the steam dial to the position. This causes the cappuccino maker to discharge any milk left inside.
  2. Press the (B1) ON/Standby button to turn the appliance off.
  3. Wait a few minutes for the cappuccino maker to cool down. With one hand, hold the cappuccino maker tube firmly, with the other, release the cappuccino maker by turning it anticlockwise, then pull off downwards (figure 32).
  4. Remove the rubber steam connection nozzle from the spout by pulling it downwards (figure 33).
  5. Push the ring upwards and make sure the two holes shown by the arrows in figure 34 are not blocked. If necessary, clean with a pin.
  6. Replace the connection nozzle, move the ring downwards and put the cappuccino maker back on the nozzle, turning it and pushing it upwards until it is attached.

9. Customising the Quantity of Coffee Beverages with the "My" Button (B7)

  1. Prepare the appliance to deliver 1 or 2 cups of the coffee beverage you want to make, as far as attaching the filter holder (C1) complete with the (C2) or (C3) filter and ground coffee.
  2. Select the coffee beverage to program, by turning the (B8) dial.
  3. Press the "My" button: the light corresponding to "OK" button (B5) comes on steadily and the light corresponding to the (B7) button flashes.
  4. Press the "OK" button 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 again.
  6. Press the "My" button to save the new setting. The appliance is ready for use again and the "My" button remains on.

If you do not want to save the new setting, press any other button.

Programming Long Black coffee: follow the procedure described above for the quantities of both coffee and hot water.

Please note:

9.1 Beverage reset

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.

10. Delivering Hot Water

  1. Choose the cup and place it on the correct cup grille ((A10) or (A11)).
  2. Press the button (B6): the appliance delivers hot water from the spout (A5) then goes off automatically.
  3. To stop delivery, press again the button.

You should not deliver hot water for more than 60 seconds.

11. Cleaning

11.1 Cleaning the machine

The following parts of the machine must be cleaned regularly:

Important!

Danger!

11.2 Cleaning the drip tray

The drip tray is fitted with a level indicator (A14) showing the amount of water it contains. Before the indicator protrudes from the cup tray, the drip tray must be emptied and cleaned, otherwise the water may overflow the edge and damage the appliance, the surface it rests on or the surrounding area.

  1. Remove the drip tray (figure 35).
  2. Remove the cup grille (A7), the drip tray grille (A12) and the drip tray water level indicator (A14), empty the water and clean the tray with a cloth, then reassemble the drip tray.
  3. Put the drip tray back in place.

11.3 Cleaning the small cup grille

  1. Extract the grille (A10) by pulling it from the left, then removing it from the support (figure 36).
  2. Clean the support with a cloth and wash the grille (dishwasher safe).
  3. Put the grille back on the support from the right side, then push until it is correctly attached (figure 37).

11.4 Cleaning the coffee filters

Clean the coffee filters weekly:

  1. Extract the perforated filter by pulling the tab (figure 38).
  2. Rinse the filters under running water (figure 39).
  3. Make sure the holes are not blocked. If necessary, clean with a pin (figure 40).
  4. Place the perforated filter back in the filter housing and press as far as it will go.

11.5 Cleaning the boiler outlet

After every 200 coffees, rinse the boiler outlet: Press the rinsing button (B4) until around 500 ml of water is delivered.

11.6 Cleaning the water tank

  1. Clean the water tank regularly (about once a month) and whenever you replace the water softener filter (C6) (*if present) with a damp cloth and a little mild washing up liquid.
  2. Remove the filter (*if present) and rinse with running water.
  3. Replace the filter (*if present), fill the tank with fresh water and replace the tank.
  4. (Models with water softener filter only) Deliver about 100 ml of water.

Danger! While cleaning, never immerse the coffee maker in water. It is an electrical appliance.

11.7 Cleaning the beans container

  1. Make sure the beans container (A2) is empty, then release by turning it anticlockwise and extract from the appliance.
  2. Wash the container and lid (A1) with warm water. Do not wash the components in a dishwasher or use washing up liquid! Dry all accessories thoroughly before using again.
  3. Remove coffee residues (figure 44).
  4. Put the container back as described in section "3. Setting up the appliance".

11.8 Cleaning the burrs

  1. Empty the beans container (if necessary, using a vacuum cleaner to remove any remaining beans).
  2. Attach the filter holder and operate the mill without beans to free the coffee guide: attach the filter holder to the outlet of the coffee mill (A22) aligning it with "INSERT", then turning it to the right (figure 22). Grinding begins when the filter holder reaches the CLOSE position and stops automatically.
  3. Remove the beans container as described in the previous section "11.7 Cleaning the beans container".
  4. Turn the fineness selector anticlockwise as far as it will go to the "REMOVE" position (figure 41).
  5. Lift and extract the upper burr, taking it by the special handle (figure 42).
  6. Clean the inside of the appliance with the tube brush (C8) (figure 43) and use a vacuum cleaner to remove coffee residues (figure 44).
  7. Put the upper burr back in the appliance:
    • Insert the brash in its housing (figure 45).
    • Turn the fineness selector to the desired grinding position (figure 46).

Verify that the burr is well inserted by pulling it by the handle: the burr is correctly inserted if it does not move.

Use a brush to remove any coffee residues from the outlet of the coffee mill (A22).

11.9 Extra grinding adjustment

Over time, the burrs will wear down and the quantity of ground coffee will diminish. When the grinding adjustment illustrated on the "6.4 Select the grinding level" is not sufficient, you can select a new grinding range. Proceed as follows:

  1. Press and hold the "X2" (B3) and "My" (B7) buttons together for at least 3 seconds to access the menu. The (B15) and (B16) lights alternate.
  2. Turn the mode selector dial (B8) to the position: the (B14) light remains on steady.
  3. Select the new grinding range by pressing the (B4) button.
  4. Press the (B1) button to exit the menu. (If the appliance is left idle for about 1 minute, it exits automatically from the settings menu and is ready for use again).
  5. Turn the dial (B2) to position ("min"), then proceed as illustrated for the first use ("6.4 Select the grinding level").

Over time, the burrs will wear down and the quantity of ground coffee will diminish. If this occurs, replace with new burrs purchased from an authorised Customer Services centre. Then turn the knob (B2) to (min) position and proceed as illustrated at the first use ("6.4 Select the grinding level").

11.10 Cleaning the "tamping station"

  1. Clean the attachment area with a brush (figure 47).
  2. Pull the lever (A23) as far as it will go and clean the presser cylinder with a brush (figure 48). Then release the lever.
  3. Use the tube brush (C8) to clean the coffee guide (figure 49).

11.11 Other cleaning operations

12. Descaling

Descale the appliance when the light (B9) comes on.

Proceed as follows:

  1. (IF PRESENT, REMOVE THE WATER SOFTENER FILTER). Pour the descaler into the tank up to the level A marked inside the tank (equal to one 100ml packet), then add water (litre) up to the level B.
  2. If the appliance is off, press the ON/Standby button (B1).
  3. Make sure the filter holder is not attached and position a recipient under the spouts (A5), (A6) and the boiler outlet (A21) (figure 8).
  4. Turn the mode selector dial (B8) to the position. The light flashes and the "OK" light comes on.
  5. Press "OK" (B5) to start descaling.
  6. The descale programme starts and the descaler liquid comes out of the spouts and boiler outlet. The descale programme removes limescale deposits from inside the appliance by automatically performing a series of rinses and pauses until the tank is empty.
  7. Delivery stops and the (B15) and lights corresponding to the rinse button (B4) come on.
  8. Empty the recipient used to collect the descaler solution and replace it empty under the spouts.
  9. 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.
  10. Press the button. The appliance rinses the internal circuits and delivers water from all three spouts.
  11. When rinsing is complete, delivery stops. All the LEDs flash briefly and the appliance prepares to be used again.
  12. Empty the recipient used to collect the rinse water.
  13. Extract and empty the drip tray, then put back in the appliance.
  14. Extract the tank, fill with fresh water, then put back in the appliance.
  15. Turn the mode selector dial to one of the coffee positions.

13. Technical Data

Voltage: 220-240V~50/60Hz
Power: 1450W
Size LxDxH: 375x368x445 mm
Pressure: 19 bar
Water tank capacity: 2 L
Cord length: 1200 mm
Weight: 12 kg

14. How to Make Perfect Coffee

This section provides a comparison of different coffee extraction results:

Perfect Espresso

Characteristic Description
FROTH Nut-brown coloured with reddish lights and light coloured streaks, 3-4 mm thick
BODY Dense, full-flavoured and smooth
TASTE Well-balanced and lingering
AROMA Intense
GRINDING LEVEL Correct
QUANTITY COFFEE IN FILTER Correct
PRESSING Correct

Under-Extracted Coffee

Characteristic Description
FROTH Clear and thin with large bubbles
BODY Thin, watery
TASTE Weak and short-lived
AROMA Not pronounced
GRINDING LEVEL Too coarse. Adjust the mill to a lower position, following the instructions in section "6.4 Select the grinding level".
QUANTITY COFFEE IN FILTER Not enough. Increase the quantity by turning the dial "B2. Ground coffee quantity dial" as described in section "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter".
PRESSING Too light

Over-Extracted Coffee

Characteristic Description
FROTH Dark and thin, only at the edges
BODY Excessive
TASTE Strong, astringent, lingering and bitter on the palate
AROMA Weak, with a hint of burnt coffee
GRINDING LEVEL Too fine. Adjust the mill to a higher position, following the instructions in section "6.4 Select the grinding level".
QUANTITY COFFEE IN FILTER Too much: reduce the quantity by turning the dial "B2. Ground coffee quantity dial" as described in section "6.8 Adjusting the quantity of ground coffee in the filter".
PRESSING Too heavy

15. Explanation of Lights

This section details the meaning of the various indicator lights on the appliance.

LIGHTS EXPLANATION OF LIGHTS OPERATION
All the lights flash briefly Turning the machine on Self-diagnosis
? on Insufficient water in tank or water tank not inserted correctly Fill the tank or extract the tank and put it back correctly
? on Energy saving is enabled See section "5.5 Energy saving" to disable the function
on The appliance is on and ready for use The appliance is at the right temperature to deliver steam. To deliver steam, turn the steam dial (A4).
flashing The appliance is on and energy saving is enabled. The steam dial (A4) is in the steam delivery position The light flashes to indicate that the appliance is preparing to deliver steam. Delivery begins as soon as the appliance is at temperature.
? flashing The appliance is heating up to be ready for use The appliance is at temperature when the light remains on steadily.
? flashing Steam delivery has ended and the steam dial (A4) is in the steam position Turn the dial to the position.
flashing The filter holder has been detached from the coffee mill without pressing Detach the filter holder and press the coffee as described in section "6.7 Using pre-ground coffee".
on Coffee have to be pressed Coffee has been grinded and the filter holder is attached to the coffee mill.
on Coffee has been correctly pressed
? on The beans container is empty Fill the beans container.
? flashing No beans present or the beans container is missing or has not been screwed correctly in place Fill the beans container or put it back correctly.
?️ flashing The temperature is too high to deliver coffee Wait for the temperature to drop.
? flashing Descaling is underway Complete the operation as described in section "12. Descaling".
? flashing Descaling has ended and the dial (B8) is in the "descaling" position Turn the mode selector dial to one of the "coffee positions".

16. Alarms

This section outlines potential alarms and their solutions.

LIGHTS ALARM SOLUTION
on General alarm Contact Customer Services
? + on steadily The drip tray (A13) is missing or has not been inserted correctly Extract the drip tray then put back correctly in the appliance.
? on Descaling must be performed Proceed as described in section "12. Descaling".
⚙️ flashes quickly The knob (B8) is in descaling position Turn the knob to one of the coffee beverage position.
on + flashing The filter holder has been detached from the coffee mill before grinding has ended Repeat grinding.
+ ? flashing The appliance is being turned on for the first time and the water circuit must be filled. Proceed as described in section "3. Setting up the appliance".
? + flashing If the water softener filter (C6) is present, an air bubble may have been released inside the circuit, obstructing delivery Press the button (B4) corresponding to the light (figure 9). Delivery begins and stops automatically.
flashing The grinding is too fine and the coffee is delivered too slowly or not at all Extract the filter holder and repeat the operations to make the coffee, bearing in mind the indications in section "6.4 Select the grinding level" and the "14. How to make perfect coffee" table.
? + flashing If the water softener filter (C6) is present, an air bubble may have been released inside the circuit, obstructing delivery Press the button (B4) corresponding to the light (figure 9). Delivery begins and stops automatically.
flashing The grinding is too fine and the coffee is delivered too slowly or not at all Extract the filter holder and repeat the operations to make the coffee, bearing in mind the indications in section "6.4 Select the grinding level" and the "14. How to make perfect coffee" table.
The filter is blocked, or the perforated filter is missing Clean as described in section "11.4 Cleaning the coffee filters" and check that the perforated filter is correctly inserted.
? The tank has been inserted incorrectly and the valves on the bottom are not open Press the tank down lightly to open the valves on the bottom.
? Scale in the water circuit Descale as described in section "12. Descaling".

17. Troubleshooting

This section provides solutions to common problems encountered with the coffee maker.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Espresso coffee is not delivered any more No water in the tank (A17) Fill the tank.
The light is on and the light is flashing to indicate that the coffee or steam circuit is empty. Press the button corresponding to the light.
The filter is blocked, or the perforated filter is missing. Clean as described in section "11.4 Cleaning the coffee filters" and check that the perforated filter is correctly inserted.
The tank has been inserted incorrectly and the valves on the bottom are not open. Press the tank down lightly to open the valves on the bottom.
Scale in the water circuit. Descale as described in section "12. Descaling".
The espresso coffee drips from the edges of the filter holder rather than the holes. The filter holder has been inserted incorrectly or is dirty. Attach the filter holder correctly and rotate firmly as far as it will go.
The espresso boiler gasket has lost elasticity or is dirty. Have the espresso boiler gasket replaced by Customer Services.
The filter is blocked, or the perforated filter is missing. Clean as described in section "11.4 Cleaning the coffee filters".
The filter holder cannot be attached to the appliance. The ground coffee has not been pressed or is too much. Clean as described in section "6.6 Grind the coffee directly into the filter".
The coffee froth is too light (delivered from the spout too fast). The appliance settings need reviewing. See section "14. How to make perfect coffee".
The coffee froth is too dark (delivered from the spout too slowly). The appliance settings need reviewing. See section "14. How to make perfect coffee".
No milk froth is formed when making cappuccino. The ring (A7) is in the "FLAT" (NO FROTH) position. Push the ring into the "FOAM" position.
Milk not cold enough. Always use milk at refrigerator temperature.
The cappuccino maker (A8) is dirty. Clean the cappuccino maker as described in section "8. Cleaning the cappuccino maker after use".
Scale in the water circuit. Descale as described in section "12. Descaling".
At the end of descaling, the appliance requests a further rinse. During the rinse cycle, the water tank has not been filled to the MAX level. Repeat the rinse cycle from point (8) of section "12. Descaling".
The coffee mill doesn't work. Inside the coffee mill there is a non-millable foreign body. Clean the mill as indicated in par."11.2 Cleaning the drip tray", making sure you have removed all the grains from the bean container (A2) before removing it. Before reinserting the burr, carefully vacuum any residue from its seat (figure 44).
After grinding, the coffee filter is empty. The coffee mill coffee guide is clogged. Clean as described in section "11.10 Cleaning the "tamping station"". If the problem persists, access the guide by opening the hatch and free it using the brush (figure 50).
After grinding, there is too much coffee in the filter.
If you want to change coffee quality. All the coffee beans in the machine must be removed.
  • Empty the bean container (if necessary, vacuum the remaining beans).
  • Attach the filter holder and operate the mill without beans to free the coffee guide: attach the filter holder to the coffee mill outlet (A22) aligning it to "INSERT" and turning it towards right (figure 22). Grinding starts when the filter holder reaches CLOSE position and automatically ends. Repeat until the filter stays empty.
  • Insert new coffee beans in the container.
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