Krups XP6180, Manual

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Starting the cleaning cycle
NOTE:
Although the espresso machine is on at the power outlet make sure that the espresso machine
power is ‘OFF’.
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Simultaneously press and hold down the single and double espresso buttons. While still holding down
the single and double espresso buttons briefly press the ‘POWER’ button. As the lights on the control
panel start to chase from left to right release the single and double espresso buttons.
NOTE: The lights on the control panel will continue to chase until the cleaning cycle is completed, this
will take approximately 10 minutes.
NOTE: During the cleaning cycle all other espresso machine operations will be locked until the cleaning
cycle is completed. Should the cleaning cycle be accidentally started it can be cancelled by
switching the power ‘OFF’ at the power outlet.
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When the cleaning cycle is completed the lights on the control panel will stop chasing and the espresso
machine will beep 4 times. Following this, the lights above the 'POWER', 'MANUAL', single and double
espresso buttons will come on, indicating that the machine is ready to use.
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Remove the container from under the pouring spouts and empty.
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Remove the filter holder from the group head.
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Remove the cleaning disc from the filter holder and return to storage position on the inside of the back
door.
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Remove the double filter basket from the filter holder and wash in warm soapy water. Rinse well and
dry. Should the holes in the filter baskets become clogged with coffee grinds use a fine bristled brush
to remove them. Also you can use the thin end of the cleaning pin which is supplied with the espresso
machine.
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The espresso machine is now ready for use.
CLEAN I N G TH E STEAM N OZ Z LE
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To clean the steam nozzle, use the cleaning pin.
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Use the thick end of the cleaning pin to clean the milk frother nozzle pipe
(fig. 32)
. Clean the filter holes
with the thin end of the pin.
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Clean the pipe with a damp cloth, or under warm running water, using a small amount of gentle
dishwashing liquid if necessary.
DESCALING
It is recommended that the espresso machine is descaled every 4-6 months, this will vary depending on
the frequency of use and water hardness.
D E S CALI N G TH E E S PR E S S O MACH I N E
NOTE:
Make sure the espresso machine is turned off and the power cord is unplugged.
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Remove the water tank and empty it.
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Fill the water tank with water again and mix the water as stated in the descaler manufacturer's
instructions or fill it with 250ml white vinegar mixed with 250ml water.
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Put the water tank back into the unit.
NOTE :
The process does not involve the filter holder.
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Use a small brush to clean the brewing head; remove all coffee residue. Place a large container under
the brewing head.
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Switch the power ‘ON’. Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn the espresso machine on.
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Press the ‘MANUAL’ button and as soon as the container is full, empty it and repeat the process several
times.
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