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11.0 Trouble-shooting

Before returning the appliance for repair, please read the following
points carefully. This will often solve the problem and save you a lot
of bother.

11.1 Coffee comes out of the sides of the filter holder

the filter holder is not properly fitted

the filter holder is not tight enough

there are coffee residues on the edge of the filter

the seal is damaged or worn. Return the appliance for repair.

11.2 Pump is noisy

the water container is empty

the water container is not properly fitted

the pump is not producing enough pressure because the coffee 
is old or too coarsely ground.

11.3 No coffee comes out

there is no water in the container

the water container is not properly fitted

the coffee is too finely ground or has been pressed down too 
hard

the appliance is set for steam

the filter or the brewing unit are blocked and needs cleaning

the appliance needs decalcifying

the appliance is not vented/cooled and needs venting.

11.4 The coffee has no foam, 

pours too quickly or too slowly

the coffee blend is unsuitable

the coffee is too finely or too coarsely ground

the coffee is no longer fresh

there is not enough coffee in the filter

the coffee needs to be pressed down more

the cups are too cold and need pre-heating

the appliance is not reaching the correct operating temperature.

SOLIS CREMA SL 70

User’s manual

57

If the problem still cannot be solved after checking the above
points, please return the appliance in the original packaging to our
customer service department, stating the nature of the fault.

In Switzerland, send the appliance to:

SOLIS PRODUZIONE SA
Customer Service Department
Centro SOLIS
6850 Mendrisio

Tel. 091/ 646'16'65/ 646'81'36
Fax 091/ 646'03'62

For repairs in all other countries

in which SOLIS products are

sold, send the appliance to the 

customer service centre of the

SOLIS branch

indicated on the warranty card.

Summary of Contents for CREMA SL 70

Page 1: ...cquiring this new Crema espresso machine a Swiss quality product Please read these instructions carefully and follow them By doing so you and your guests will truly enjoy your SOLIS CREMA Please keep these instructions in a safe place If you are not sure about anything or would like more information please ask us or your local dealer We are always ready to help SOLIS LTD SOLIS CREMA SL 70 User s m...

Page 2: ...ge 53 7 0 Making steam Page 53 54 8 0 Pre heating the cups Page 54 9 0 Care and cleaning Page 55 10 0 Decalcifying Page 56 11 0 Trouble shooting Page 57 12 0 Useful tips for coffee Page 58 13 0 Recommended accessories Page 58 14 0 Technical data Page 59 Control panel Main switch On Off Pump switch Steam switch Coffee temperature indicator Steam temperature indicator ON OFF SOLIS CREMA SL 70 User s...

Page 3: ... the appliance in water Do not use the appliance with wet hands Do not remove the filter holder while the coffee is pouring As the appliance is under pressure wait until the coffee has stopped pouring The socket to which the appliance is connected must be earthed For your safety we recommend the use of an FI safety adapter available from all good electricians Place the appliance on a firm level su...

Page 4: ...erwise all guarantee claims and warranties are invalidated The appliance is intended for the pre paration of hot water steam and cof fee and must not be used for any other purpose The appliance is desi gned for domestic use If it is used for commercial purposes warranty condi tions will change Please observe the guarantee conditions The original packaging has been made specially strong so that the...

Page 5: ...mmend leaving the empty filter holder in place while the appliance is heating up so that it is pre warmed 3 0 Starting up 3 1 Fill the water container with cold water up to a maximum of 3 lit res Insert it into the rear of the appli ance and press home firmly so that the base valve opens Close the cover Note Use only fresh cold water to fill the container Do not use mineral water milk or any other...

Page 6: ...e appliance ready fit the appropriate filter one cup or two cup into the filter holder Depending on the filter size fill with one or two level measuring spoons of coffee and press down lightly with the built in tamper Wipe the edge of the filter holder to remove any coffee grains 4 2 Insert the filter holder into the brewing unit by moving from left to right and close tightly Check that the filter...

Page 7: ...rtions It is assumed that the appliance has been started up in accordance with Point 3 and is ready to operate i e the container has been filled with water and the temperature light is showing green 5 1 The procedure is just the same as for ground coffee except that the following points must be observed Please prepare SOLIS coffee portions see adjacent illustration and section 13 0 Recommended acc...

Page 8: ...liance ready place your glass or cup directly under the hot water steam nozzle and turn the rotary knob and activate the pump switch The hot water now runs automatically 6 2 After pouring the water requi red close the rotary switch and turn off the pump switch 7 0 Making steam For heating milk and for cappuccino or other drinks It is assumed that the appliance has been started up in accordance wit...

Page 9: ...ay or leave in an empty con tainer Turn off the steam switch 7 4 With the steam switch off turn the rotary knob activate the pump switch again and allow the appliance to vent cool down until water emerges from the nozzle in a steady stream Then turn the rotary switch off again The appliance is now ready to make coffee again IMPORTANT After steam has been used the appliance must be vented and allow...

Page 10: ...ime as this keeps the brewing unit clear of fat resi dues SOLIS CREMA SL 70 User s manual 55 If the brewing filter becomes very stai ned remove it with a screwdriver and brush both sides thoroughly Filter inserts Rinse the 1 and 2 cup filter inserts from time to time to keep them clean To do so place the filter holder with empty filter inserts in the SOLIS Crema position a cup under the filter hol...

Page 11: ...jet for about 1 minute 10 4 Turn the main switch OFF and leave the decalcifying product to take effect for about 10 minutes 10 5 Repeat 10 3 and 10 4 twice Then rinse out the water container thoroughly and fill with fresh water 10 6 Turn the main switch ON and rinse the appliance out thoroughly by allowing the fresh water approx 2 lit res to run out through the hot water nozzle This will ensure th...

Page 12: ...t are blocked and needs cleaning the appliance needs decalcifying the appliance is not vented cooled and needs venting 11 4 The coffee has no foam pours too quickly or too slowly the coffee blend is unsuitable the coffee is too finely or too coarsely ground the coffee is no longer fresh there is not enough coffee in the filter the coffee needs to be pressed down more the cups are too cold and need...

Page 13: ...irectly while still cold Always have coffee beans ground to espresso grade If the result is still not satisfactory check Point 11 4 13 0 Recommended accessories To simplify the care and maintenance of your SOLIS CREMA we recommend SOLIS Aqua Select water filter helps to reduce water hardness and so to avoid premature calcification SOLIS Solipol decalcifying agent specially designed for easy decalc...

Page 14: ... 646 25 32 In all other countries in which SOLIS products are sold these accessories can be obtained through the trade or directly from the SOLIS subsidiaries indicated on the warranty card 14 0 Technical data Voltage 230 V USA 115 V Watts 1100 Watt Water reservoir 3 liters Cable length 1 1 m with 3 pin plug Weight 7 5 kg Dimensions 310 x 270 x 235 mm Approbations SEV and international safety appr...

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