Problem
Cause
Solution
Espresso coffee no longer
drips out
The coffee has been ground too
finely
The hole in the spout of the filter
holder is clogged
The filter is obstructed
Use coffee with a medium grind or the
kind made for espresso coffee
Clean the hole in the filter holder
Clean the filter with hot water, scrub-
bing with an abrasive pad
The milk froth does not form
properly when making cap-
puccinos
The milk is not cold enough
The steam nozzle is dirty
Always use milk cold from the refrig-
erator
Carefully clean the holes of the steam
nozzle.
The filter time of the coffee
is longer than expected
The filter is plugged with limescale
Proceed with the decalcification oper-
ation as described in the paragraph
“Descaling”
The coffee has an vinegary
aftertaste
The machine has not been rinsed
adequately
Thoroughly rinse the appliance as
described in the chapter “Descaling”
PROBLEM SOLVING
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