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AUTOMATIC POWER OFF FUNCTION
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
DESCALING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
The appliance will turn off automatically 29 minutes after pressing the ON/OFF button “ ”.
• Unplug the coffee maker and allow it to cool down completely before cleaning it.
• Clean the coffee maker housing with a damp cloth regularly and rinse the water tank, drip
tray and removable shelf and dry them right after.
Note: Do not clean the appliance with alcohol or any solvent cleaning products. Never im-
merse the housing in water for cleaning.
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Detach the metal filter holder by turning it clockwise, discard coffee residue inside, then
you can clean the filter holder with a mild cleanser and rinse it with clear water.
• Clean all the attachments and dry thoroughly.
Note: Do not wash the portafilter arm or the filter in a dishwasher.
1. To make sure your coffee maker is operating efficiently, make sure you are regularly cleaning
the internal piping. You should decalcify your coffee machine every 1-2 months to ensure the
best coffee flavour.
2. Fill the water tank with a solution of water and descaler to the MAX level (the ratio of water to
descaler should be 4:1; please refer to the instructions on the label of your descaler).
3. Follow the same instructions as for the preheating process and place the metal and pitcher
or cup of choice in place.
4. Press the ON/OFF button “ ” to turn on the appliance and the power indicator will light up
red. Make sure the steam button “ ” is not pressed, then press the coffee button ” ”.
When there is water flowing out, close the pump immediately. Now the appliance is heating.
5. When the green light turns on the appliance will be heated. Now press the coffee button “
” and brew two cups worth of descaler (about 2oz). Then close the pump and wait 5 seconds.
6. Press the steam button “ ” and wait until the yellow indicator light is on. Make steam for 2
min., then turn the steam knob to the “0” position. Press the ON/OFF button “ ” to turn the
unit off immediately and let the descaler sit in the unit for at least 15 minutes.
7. Restart the unit and repeat the steps 4-6 at least 3 times.
8. Make sure that neither the coffee button “
” nor the steam button “ ” are pressed down.
When the green light comes on, press the coffee button “ ” down and brew until there
isn’t any descaler left.
9. Now repeat steps 4-6 with tap water (without descaler). Then brew until there isn’t any water
left in the tank.
10. Repeat step 9 at least 3 times to make sure the piping is clean.
• Finally, Press the coffee/steam button “ ” and turn on the steam knob to check if the ap-
pliance can produce steam normally when the yellow indicator light is on.
• If the steamer still doesn’t work, please, contact our aftersales service.