Smeg Coffee Machine User Manual

Intended Use

This appliance is designed for preparing coffee-based drinks from ground coffee beans or for dispensing hot water. Any other use is considered improper and may lead to hazards. It is intended for domestic and similar applications, such as in staff kitchens, offices, hotels, and residential premises. It is not suitable for use in restaurants, bars, or cafeterias.

General Safety Warnings

• Never immerse the appliance, power cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
• Do not operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged.
• Repairs should only be carried out by qualified technicians or authorized service centers.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
• Ensure the power outlet is easily accessible for immediate disconnection.
• Never attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
• Keep packaging materials out of reach of children.
• In case of fire, do not use water; extinguish the appliance, unplug it, and cover the flames with a fire blanket.
• Always unplug the appliance when not in use, unattended, or in case of malfunction.
• Unplug the appliance before assembling or disassembling components.
• Turn off and unplug the appliance before removing accessories or accessing internal parts.
• Do not use the appliance in combination with parts or accessories from other manufacturers.
• Use only original spare parts.
• Place the appliance on flat, dry surfaces.
• Do not wash the appliance in a dishwasher.
• Do not pour liquid on the power plug or the power base.
• Do not use adapters.
• Use only approved and adapted extension cords.
• Do not fill the water tank beyond the maximum limit.
• Do not operate the coffee machine without water in the tank or without the tank itself.
• Use only coffee beans for grinding; do not put pre-ground coffee in the bean hopper.
• Ensure there are no foreign objects inside the coffee grinder.
• Allow the machine to cool down before cleaning.
• Maintain a minimum clearance of 3 cm around the sides and back of the machine, and 15 cm above.
• Do not touch hot surfaces after use.
• Do not place the appliance near sinks or taps.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Regular cleaning is essential for maintaining the quality of your coffee and the proper functioning of the machine.

• Always unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• Do not use steam jets for cleaning.
• Avoid cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia, or bleach on metal parts.
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaners, or metallic scouring pads.
• Do not use rough, abrasive materials, or sharp metallic scrapers.
• The drip tray (24) and the coffee grounds container (25) can be washed in the dishwasher.
• Clean the filter holder (20) and filters (30a, 30b, 31a, 31b) by rinsing them under running water.
• Clean the steam wand (22) immediately after use.
• Clean the water tank (7) and bean hopper (3) regularly.

Descaling

Descaling is important to maintain coffee taste and prevent damage to the machine. The machine will indicate when descaling is necessary.

• Follow the descaling procedure as described in the manual.
• The descaling cycle may take approximately 40 minutes, including rinsing.
• Use only Smeg-recommended descaling products.
• The descaler contains acids that can irritate skin and eyes. Follow safety instructions on the packaging.

Troubleshooting

Refer to the troubleshooting table for solutions to common problems.

• Coffee not dispensing: Check water level, clean filter holes, ensure water tank is correctly inserted, descale if necessary, adjust grind size, or check for excessive tamping.
• Coffee flowing around portafilter: Ensure portafilter is correctly attached, clean it, or check the group head seal.
• Machine not working, all lights flashing: Unplug and contact technical support.
• Coffee is light or dispenses quickly: Check coffee tamping, coffee quantity, or grind size.
• Coffee is too dark or dispenses slowly: Reduce tamping, reduce coffee quantity, or adjust grind size.
• Machine not dispensing steam: Ensure the machine has reached the correct temperature or descale if necessary.
• Water leak at the base: Check drip tray insertion, water tank insertion, or clean the bean hopper.
• Coffee dispenses from only one spout: Ensure coffee is pressed horizontally or clean the spouts.
• Spouts are blocked: Clean the spouts.
• Manometer not indicating pressure: Check coffee quantity and tamping, or contact service if it's a circuit problem.
• Coffee not hot: Increase coffee temperature via programming menu, or preheat the cup with hot water.
• Foam quality not optimal: Clean the steam wand, check milk type, temperature, and user technique.