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water need descaling (i.e. removal of lime
deposits) on a regular basis to ensure proper
functioning.
Any warranty claim will be null
and void if the appliance malfunctions
because of insuf
fi
cient descaling.
When the brewing process takes longer than
normal, it is likely that descaling is necessary.
Vinegar concentrate may be used for
descaling.
∙
Fill the glass jug to the 4-cup mark with
water and add 2 tablespoons of vinegar
concentrate.
∙
Pour the mixture into the water container.
∙
Let the appliance run through one or two
brewing cycles (as described in the section
Making espresso
) with the
fi
lter holder and
fi
lter insert
fi
tted, but without putting in any
coffee.
∙
As soon as the glass jug has half
fi
lled,
set the rotary switch to the -symbol.
∙
Place a suitable container underneath the
steam nozzle and turn the rotary control
to the steam symbol ( ). Activate the
steam nozzle for around 2 minutes.
∙
Then set the rotary control to the
-symbol, and allow the descaling solution
to take effect.
∙
After approx. 15 minutes, turn the rotary
control back to the espresso symbol (
)
and allow the water container to drain
completely before turning the rotary
control to the
position (place a
suitable container underneath the steam
nozzle).
∙
To clean out the system after descaling,
operate the appliance twice more with
clean water only, activating the steam
nozzle for approx 2 minutes after each
cycle.
∙
Rinse the screw-in lid,
fi
lter holder and
glass jug in clean water.
∙
Do not pour descalers into enamelled
sinks.
Disposal
Devices marked with this symbol
must be disposed of separately
from your household waste, as
they contain valuable materials
which can be recycled. Proper disposal
protects the environment and human health.
Your local authority or retailer can provide
information on the matter.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period
of two years from the date of purchase.
Under this guarantee the manufacturer
undertakes to repair or replace any parts
found to be defective, providing the product
is returned to one of our authorised service
centres. This guarantee is only valid if the
appliance has been used in accordance with
the instructions, and provided that it has not
been modi
fi
ed, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover
wear and tear, nor breakables such as
glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. This
guarantee does not affect your statutory
rights, nor any legal rights you may have
as a consumer under applicable national
legislation governing the purchase of goods.
If the product fails to operate and needs
to be returned, pack it carefully, enclosing
your name and address and the reason for
return. If within the guarantee period, please
also provide the guarantee card and proof
of purchase.
