Beko Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with Integrated Milk Cup
User Manual
Model Numbers: CEP 5304 X, CEP 5303 B
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Please Read This User Manual First!
Dear Customer,
Thank you for selecting this Beko product. We hope that you get the best results from your product, which has been manufactured to a high quality with state-of-the-art technology. Please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the product and keep them as a reference for future use. If you pass on the product to someone else, please give them the user manual as well. Please take into consideration all warnings and information in the user manual.
Explanation of Symbols
The following symbols are used in the various sections of this manual:
- [Information]: Important information or useful hints about usage.
- [Danger]: DANGER: This warning for dangerous situations with regard to life and property.
- [Warning]: WARNING: This warning indicates potentially dangerous situations.
- [Caution]: CAUTION: This warning indicates the potential for material damage.
- [Food Contact]: Materials are suitable for food contact.
This product is made from recycled and recyclable paper.
1. Important Instructions for Safety and Environment
This section includes the safety instructions that will help provide protection against personal injury and material loss risks. Failure to follow these instructions invalidates the granted warranty.
1.1 Danger of Electric Current
Danger to life by electric current! Contact with live wires or components could lead to serious injury or even death! Observe the following safety precautions to avoid electric shocks:
- Do not use the coffee machine if the connecting cable or mains plug are damaged.
- Before reusing the coffee machine, the mains cable must be renewed by a qualified electrician.
- Do not open the housing of the coffee machine. Danger of electric shock if live connections are touched and/or the electrical and mechanical configuration is changed.
1.2 Danger of Burning or Scalding
Parts of the coffee machine can become very hot during operation! Dispensed drinks and escaping steam are very hot! Observe the following safety precautions to avoid burning/scalding yourself and/or others:
- Do not touch either of the metal sleeves on both coffee spouts.
- Avoid direct contact of the skin with escaping steam or hot rinsing, cleaning and descaling water.
1.3 Fundamental Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions to ensure safe handling of the coffee machine:
- Never play with packaging material. Risk of suffocation.
- Inspect the coffee machine for visible signs of damage before use. Do not use a damaged coffee machine.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
- Repairs to the coffee machine must only be carried out by an authorised specialist or by the works customer service. Unqualified repairs can lead to considerable danger for the user. They will also void the warranty.
- Repairs to the coffee machine during the warranty period may only be carried out by service centres authorised by the manufacturer, otherwise the warranty will become void in the event of subsequent damage.
- Defective parts may only be replaced with original spare parts. Only original spare parts guarantee that the safety requirements are met.
- Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments; bed and breakfast type environments.
- Protect the coffee machine against the effects of weather such as rain, frost and direct sunlight. Do not use the coffee machine outdoors.
- The appliance must not be immersed.
- Do not clean the coffee machine or accessories in a dish washer.
- Do not pour any other liquids apart from water or place foodstuffs into the water tank.
- Do not fill the water tank beyond the maximum mark (lower edge of the filling hole) (1.1 litres).
- Only operate the machine when the waste container, drip tray and the cup grate are fitted.
- Do not pull the cable to remove the plug from the mains socket or touch with wet hands.
- Do not hold the coffee machine with the mains cable.
- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
- Before removing the water tank to fill or empty it, always turn the machine off.
- Always place the unit on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface.
- Before brewing, the portafilter must be turned to the right as tight as possible to prevent the portafilter from loosening due to high pressure.
- Serious injury may result from misuse. To protect against a fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse cord, electric plugs, heating base in water or other liquids. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Please contact the manufacturer or his customer service.
1.4 Intended Use
The manual espresso machine Beko is intended for use in homes and similar applications, for instance in staff kitchens, shops, offices and similar areas or by customers in bed & breakfast, hotels, motels and other living accommodation. This coffee machine is not intended for commercial use. The machine is only intended for preparing coffee and heating milk and water. Any other use other than previously stated is considered as improper use.
[Danger] Danger resulting from improper use! If not used for its intended purpose or used in any other way, the coffee machine may be or become a source of danger.
- Therefore, the coffee machine may only be used for its intended purpose.
- Observe the procedures described in this user manual.
No claims of any kind will be accepted for damage or injury resulting from use of the coffee machine for other than its intended purpose. The risk has to be borne solely by the machine owner.
1.5 Limitation of Liability
All technical information, data and instructions on installation, operation and maintenance of the coffee machine contained in these operating instructions represent the current status at the time of printing and are based on the best possible knowledge gained by experience and knowhow. No claims can be derived from the information, illustrations and descriptions in this user manual. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the user manual, use for other than the intended purpose, unprofessional repairs, unauthorised modifications or use of non-approved spare parts.
1.6 Compliance with the WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product
This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This symbol indicates that this product shall not be disposed with other household waste at the end of its service life. The used device must be returned to an official collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices. To find these collection points, please contact your local authority or retailer where the product was purchased. Each household performs an important role in the restoring and recycling of old appliances. The appropriate disposal of used appliance helps prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
1.7 Compliance with RoHS Directive
The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.
1.8 Package Information
Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.
1.9 Plug Wiring
The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13 A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced an ASTA approved BS1362 fuse of the same rating must be used. Do not forget to refit the fuse cover. In the event of losing the fuse cover, the plug must not to be used until a replacement fuse cover has been fitted. Colour of the replacement fuse cover must be the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from any good electrical store.
Fitting a different plug
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals on your plug, proceed as follows:
- Brown cable = L (Live)
- Blue cable = N (Neutral)
- Green/yellow cable must be connected to ground (E) line
With alternative plugs, a 13 A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or in the main fuse box. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician.
Diagram Description: The diagram shows a UK plug wiring. The terminals are labeled L (Live, brown/red wire), N (Neutral, blue/black wire), and E (Earth, green/yellow wire). The fuse is shown within the plug.
2. Overview & Control Panel
Machine Diagram Description: The diagram shows the main components of the espresso machine:
- 1. Control panel
- 2. Portafilter
- 3. Cup holder
- 4. Drip tray grid
- 5. Floater
- 6. Drip tray
- 7. Water tank lid
- 8. Water tank
- 9. Milk tank cover
- 10. Milk foam adjustment knob
- 11. Milk tank
- 12. Single espresso basket
- 13. Double espresso basket
- 14. Coffee Scoop / Tamper
- 15. Cleaning needle
2.1 Control Panel
The control panel features several indicators and buttons:
- 1. [Pre-heating Indicator]: Indicates the pre-heating status.
- 2. [On/Off & Cancel Button]: Powers the machine on/off and cancels operations.
- 3. [General Error]: Indicates a general error.
- 4. [Cleaning and Descaling Button]: Initiates cleaning or descaling cycles.
- 5. [Milk Button]: Used for milk frothing functions.
Note: All declared values on the product and on the printed leaflets were obtained after laboratory measurements performed according to related standards. These values may differ upon usage and ambient conditions.
3. Technical Data
- Power Supply: 220-240 V~, 50-60 Hz
- Power: 1376 - 1628 W
The right to make technical and design changes is reserved.
All declared values on the product and on the printed leaflets were obtained from laboratory measurements performed according to the relevant standards. These values may differ depending on usage and ambient conditions.
Product Dimensions:
- 20.5 cm (Width) x 30.8 cm (Height) x 42.3 cm (Depth)
- [Width w/out milk cup: 14.4 cm]
- [Depth w/out portafilter: 32.5 cm]
- Weight: 3.85±0.5kg
- Cable Length: >90 cm
Basket Capacities
- Single: 10g
- Double: 17g
- Drip Tray Capacity: Up to 0.2 L
- Water Tank Capacity: 1.1±5%L
- Machine Pre-heating time: <55s
Volume of coffee (Default settings):
- Espresso: 30-55ml
- Double: 65-95ml
- Latte: 170-280 ml milk, 30-55 ml coffee
- Cappuccino: 114-190 ml milk, 30-55 ml coffee
Indicator Descriptions:
- This button [Orange Descaling Indicator] will light up as orange when the machine needs descaling.
- If the NTC is not connected to the power board, the red light of the error indicator [Red Error Indicator] will be on at the time, and there will be no response if any button is pressed.
4. Cleaning
4.1 Cleaning the Milk Tank
Pour water in the milk tank until MAX level and press the milk foam button [Milk Foam Button]. Once completed, take out the milk tank components (9) (11) and clean them under clean water.
[Warning] Clean the milk tank after each use to avoid milk residue.
Use the cleaning needle (15) to clean inside the milk frother inlet.
4.2 Cleaning/Rinsing Function
For cleaning the brewing head, place a container under the brewing head and press the cleaning button [Cleaning Button]. Cleaning will be completed within 16 seconds and the machine will be ready to use.
- If you do not use the machine for more than 5 consecutive days, rinse and drain the water tank.
- Drip tray and its grid (6) (4) can be cleaned manually under clean water.
- Do not put the portafilter into the dishwasher.
4.3 Descale Function
When descaling is required, the descale icon [Orange Descale Icon] will light up as orange. Place a container that can hold 1.5L under the brewing head. Pour water into the water tank until MAX level and mix with scale remover or citric acid. Press & hold descale button [Descale Button] for more than 3 seconds and you will hear two beep sounds which indicates that the first cycle of descaling has begun. The first cycle will take around 15 minutes. Once completed, the descale icon will turn white [White Descale Icon].
Empty and replace the container under the brewing head. Clean and fill water tank until MAX level with clean water. Press & hold descale button [Descale Button] for more than 3 seconds and you will hear two beep sounds which indicates that the second cycle of descaling has begun. The second cycle will take around 6 minutes. Once all complete, the machine will go back to idle stage and will be ready to use.
To reset descale warning status:
Press and hold power [Power Button] and descale button [Descale Button] together for more than 3 seconds.
- [Warning] Descale is required after predefined brewing cycle.
- [Warning] Resetting descaling warning status is not suggested for maintaining the best condition of the appliance.
5. Troubleshooting
5.1 Problems, Possible Causes and Remedies
Problem | Cause | Remedy |
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Coffee runs down the side of the portafilter. | Portafilter (2) is not properly inserted. | Turn the handle of the portafilter (2) further to the right. |
Edge of sieve is not free of ground coffee | Turn off the machine, remove the portafilter (2) holder and clean the edges of the sieve. | |
Screen inside brew head is dirty. | Clean the brew head using a wet cloth and run the cleaning function without placing the portafilter. | |
Very little or no coffee flows through the portafilter. | No water in tank. | Fill the tank with water. |
The screen inside the brew head is blocked. | Brew water through the screen without the portafilter (2) inserted. If no water comes through, unscrew the screen, clean and replace. | |
The sieve is blocked. | Correction: Clean the sieve, insert into the portafilter (2) and pump water through without coffee. If no water comes through the sieve call Customer Service to order a replacement sieve. | |
Espresso brews out only as drops. | Coffee grounds are too fine or packed down too firmly. | Do not tamp coffee grounds so firmly. Use a coarser grind of coffee. |
Machine blocked by calcium deposits. | Descale the appliance. See page 15. | |
Espresso brews too quickly. | Ground coffee is too coarse. | Use a finer grind. |
Not enough coffee in the sieve. | Use more ground coffee. | |
No crema. | Coffee old or too dry. | Use fresh coffee. |
Coffee not pushed down firmly enough. Water pushes through the coffee too fast. | Tamp coffee grounds more firmly. Use a finer grind. | |
Coffee too coarse. | Use a conical burr grinder to obtain a finer and more consistent grind. | |
Coffee blend not suited to espresso coffee. | Change brand of espresso. | |
Not enough froth when frothing milk. | Milk not fresh. | Use fresh milk. |
Milk not suitable. | Check that the milk is suitable for frothing. | |
Milk was too warm from the start. | Use milk straight from the refrigerator (34°F). | |
Not enough milk to froth. | Use more cold milk. | |
Milk inlet hole is blocked. | Use the cleaning needle (15) to clean inside the milk frother inlet. |
Product Guarantee
12 Months Breakdown and Repair Guarantee
Guarantor: Beko plc, 1 Greenhill Crescent, Watford, Hertfordshire. WD18 8UF
The guarantee does not in any way diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer's guarantee which covers the product for 12 months from the date of original purchase. This gives you reassurance that if within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, Beko will at their discretion either repair or replace your appliance.
The appliance must be correctly installed, located and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the user manual. Beko plc disclaims any liability for accidental or consequential damage.
The Guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
- Documentary proof of the original purchase date is provided.
- The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with Beko's operating and maintenance instructions.
- The appliance is used only on the electricity supply on the rating plate.
- The appliance has only been used for normal domestic purposes.
- The appliance has not been altered, serviced, dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person.
- The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.
- Any parts removed during repair work or any product that has been replaced becomes Beko's property.
- The guarantee is not transferrable if the product is resold.
The Guarantee does not cover:
- Transit, installation or delivery damage.
- Accidental damage.
- Misuse or abuse.
- Replacement of any consumable item or accessories. These include but are not limited to: plugs, cables, light bulbs, knobs, filters and flaps.
- Repairs or replacements required as a result of unauthorised repairs or inexpert installation that fails to meet the requirements contained in the user guide or instruction book.
- Repairs to products used in commercial or non-residential household premises.
How to Obtain After Sales Service, Help or General Advice
Please keep your purchase receipt or other proof of purchase in a safe place as you will need to show this document if your product requires attention within the guarantee period.
Please also record your product details below, which will allow Beko to access services more quickly and help identify your product. The model number is printed on the front of the user guide and the serial and model number is shown on your product's rating plate.
Model number | Serial number | Purchased from | Date of purchase |
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Please call Beko's UK based Customer Service department if you need help or advice:
- United Kingdom and Northern Ireland: 0333 207 9710
- Republic of Ireland: 01 862 3411
You can also contact Beko through their website: https://www.beko.co.uk