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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the ESAM 5450 automa-
tic coffee maker.
We hope you enjoy using your new appliance. 
Take a few minutes to read these instructions. 
This will avoid all risks and damage to the machi-
ne. 

Symbols used in these instructions

Important warnings are identified by these
symbols.  
These warnings must absolutely be respected.
Failure to observe the instructions could result in
electric shock, serious injury, burns, fire or dama-
ge to the appliance.

Danger!

Failure to observe the warning could result in pos-
sibly life threatening injury from electric shock. 

Important!

Failure to observe the warning could result in
injury or damage to the appliance. 

Danger of burns!

Failure to observe the warning could result in
scalds or burns.

NB:

This symbol identifies important advice or infor-
mation for the user. 

Letters in brackets

The letters in brackets refer to the legend in the
Description of the Appliance on page 3. 

Troubleshooting and repairs

In the event of problems, first try and resolve
them following the information given in the sec-
tions "Displayed messages" on page 19 and
"Troubleshooting" on page 21. 
If this does not resolve the problem or you requi-
re further information, you should consult the
technical assistance service by calling the number
given on the "Customer Service" sheet. 
If your country is not among those listed on the
sheet, call the number given in the guarantee. 

If repairs are required, contact an authorised ser-
vice centre only. 
The addresses are given in the guarantee certifi-
cate provided with the machine. 

SAFETY

Fundamental safety warnings

Danger!

This is an electrical appliance

and may cause electric shock. 

You should therefore respect the following safety
warnings:

Never touch the appliance with damp hands. 

Never touch the plug with damp hands. 

Make sure the socket used is freely accessible
at all times, enabling the appliance to be
unplugged when necessary. 

Unplug directly from the plug only.  
Never pull the power cable as you could
damage it.

To disconnect the appliance completely you
must unplug it from the mains socket. 

If the appliance is faulty, do not attempt to
repair. 
Turn it off, unplug from the mains socket and
contact a technical service centre. 

If the plug or power cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by a technical service centre only
to avoid all risk. 

Danger!

Keep all packaging (plastic bags,

polystyrene foam) away from children. 

Danger!

The appliance is not intended for

use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

Important: Risk of burns! 

This appliance

produces hot water and steam may form while it
is in operation. 
Avoid contact with splashes of water or hot
steam. 
When the appliance is in operation, do not touch
the cup warmer shelf (A6) as it becomes hot. 

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Summary of Contents for ESAM 5450

Page 1: ...Reset water filter 12 Removing the filter 12 Statistics function 13 MAKING COFFEE 13 Selecting the coffee taste 13 Selecting the quantity of coffee in the cup 13 Customising the my coffee quantity 13...

Page 2: ...pairs are required contact an authorised ser vice centre only The addresses are given in the guarantee certifi cate provided with the machine SAFETY Fundamental safety warnings Danger This is an elect...

Page 3: ...re A6 Cup warmer shelf A7 Water tank A8 Infuser A9 Coffee grounds container A10 Cup tray A11 Drip tray A12 Service door A13 Coffee guide A14 Coffee spout adjustable height A15 Cappuccino maker varies...

Page 4: ...use the appliance if it is visibly damaged Contact the technical service centre Installing the appliance Important When installing the appliance respect the follo wing safety warnings The appliance g...

Page 5: ...ning Off Please Wait is displayed and the appliance goes off The coffee maker is now ready for normal use NB When using the appliance for the first time you need to make 4 5 cups of coffee or 4 5 capp...

Page 6: ...indicating that the function is active To deactivate the function select auto start from the menu by pressing the button and exit by pressing the button The AUTO icon on the display goes off NB To ac...

Page 7: ...nob until Install Filter is displayed 8 Press the button 9 The message Confirm is displayed 10 Press the button to confirm the selec tion or to cancel The message Hot Water Confirm is displayed 11 Pre...

Page 8: ...ht comes on 3 Press the 1 cup button for at least 8 seconds fig 7 The message 1 MY COFFEE Programme Quantity is displayed and coffee delivery begins 4 As soon as the coffee in the cup reaches the requ...

Page 9: ...4 Press the 1 cup coffee button fig 7 FROTHING THE MILK FOR CAPPUCCINO AND HEATING LIQUIDS The steam can be used to froth milk and heat liquids NB To make cappuccino prepare the cof fee in a large cup...

Page 10: ...sure the two holes shown by the arrow in fig 19 are not blocked If necessary clean with a pin 6 Replace the inner section by inserting it care fully onto the adjustable tube then insert the steam noz...

Page 11: ...ible after opening the service door A12 infuser A8 Cleaning the water tank 1 Clean the water tank A7 regularly about once a month with a damp cloth and a little mild washing up liquid 2 Clean to remov...

Page 12: ...ge DESCALE flash on the display Important Descaler contains acids which may irritate the skin and eyes It is vital to respect the manufacturer s safety warnings given on the descaler pack and the warn...

Page 13: ...es form depending on the hardness of the water Each square corresponds to one level Setting water hardness 1 Press the P button to enter the menu 2 Turn the selection knob to select Water Hardness 3 C...

Page 14: ...and deliver water from the spout for a few seconds EMPTY GROUNDS CONTAINER The grounds container A9 is full Empty the grounds contai ner and clean then replace Important when removing the drip tray t...

Page 15: ...e of the appliance thoroughly as described in the section Cleaning and maintenan ce If the message is still displayed after cleaning contact a service centre DESCALE This indicates that applian ce is...

Page 16: ...ed down because 2 3 minutes have elapsed since the last coffee was made Heat the cups by rinsing them in hot water or leaving them to rest for at least 20 minutes on the cup warmer tray Before making...

Page 17: ...its with a toothpick fig 24 sponge or stiff bristled kitchen brush The coffee does not come out of the spouts but from around the service door A12 The holes in the spouts are clogged with dry coffee d...

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