Café GECA1482 Owner Manual

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AFFETTO-Cafe Automatic Espresso Machine + Frother

OWNER’S MANUAL

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS

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Table of Contents

Models: C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3, C7CEBAS3RD3,
C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3

SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................ 4

GETTING STARTED ................................................ 6

COMPONENTS .....................................................7

ACCESSORIES .................................................... 8

CONTROL PANEL .................................................. 9

FUNCTIONS ......................................................10

USING YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE ..................................11

CARE AND CLEANING ..............................................14

TIPS .............................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................17

WiFi CONNECT SMART HQ APP .....................................19

FCC STATEMENT .................................................20

LIMITED WARRANTY ..............................................22

CONSUMER SUPPORT ............................................ 23

Product Registration

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ___________________

Serial # ____________________

Find these numbers on a label on the back of the unit.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING

the first time. Save these instructions for reference. The appliance is designed for
domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for
use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.

Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.

• Read all instructions before using

• Use only a 120 V, 60 Hz standard electrical supply that is properly grounded in
accordance with the National Electric Code and local codes and ordinances.

• Make sure the appliance is set up on a flat and steady surface.

• Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before
assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and
pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.

• Do not use outdoors. Household use only.

• Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.

• Use of any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer can cause injuries.

• This 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 are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

• Allow to cool before putting on or taking o parts, and before cleaning the
appliance. DO NOT touch the steam wand after use. Doing so can cause serious
burns.

• Make sure the drip tray is always present during use.

• Always use cold water to make coee in your espresso machine. Warm water or
other liquids could cause damage to the coee maker.

• DO NOT put any liquid other than water in the water tank.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble, repair,
modify, or replace any part of your product.

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer. DO NOT
replace the power cord on your own.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact GE Appliances at
the website listed in the Contact Us section for information on examination, repair,
or adjustment.

• Use the coee grinder to grind coee beans only. DO NOT put coee grounds in
the espresso machine, only put whole coee beans in the coee bean container.

• Do not allow children to touch the appliance or the power cord during the
operation

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING

the first time. Save these instructions for reference. The appliance is designed for
domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for
use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.

Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.

• DO NOT use the espresso machine if the drip tray is out of position.

• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water or any other liquids. This will damage the
appliance and be a risk of an electric shock.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

• Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.

• The use of accessories not included in the box is not recommended. It might be
dangerous and should be avoided.

• Do not operate the hot water function continuously for more than one tank of
water.

• Check hopper for presence of foreign objects before usage.

• Avoid contacting moving parts. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock
mechanisms.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

• To disconnect, turn any control to "o," then remove plug from wall outlet.

WARNING

Power Cord

a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable

power-supply cord) is provided to reduce
risks resulting from becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.

b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or

extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.

c) If a long detachable power-supply cord or

extension cord is used:

To avoid the risk of injury, do not open the brew chamber during
the brew process.

1) The marked electrical rating of the
detachable power-supply cord or
extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance;

2) If the appliance is of the grounded

type, the extension cord should be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord; and

3) The longer cord should be arranged so

that it will not drape over the counter top
or table top where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over.

WARNING

■ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your espresso machine unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be performed by authorized service
personnel.

RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Getting Started

Drip Tray

■ Remove the drip tray from the packaging and attach it to the front of the espresso
machine, under the coffee spout.

NOTE: There are magnets that will allow the drip tray to attach to the machine.

Water Tank

■ Remove the water tank and fill it with water. Replace in
the machine before using any functions.

■ Rinsing Cycle: The machine will rinse automatically at
every power ON. After the machine is preheated, it will
dispense a small amount of hot water directly into the
drip tray. This is to keep the machine clear of coee
residue. Machine will only rinse if it was Powered ON
from cold state.

■ NOTE: DO NOT add hot water to the water tank. This
could damage the appliance.

Coee Bean Container

■ Lift the lid located on the top of the espresso machine and fill it with
coee beans. Close the lid tightly when finished. Make sure rubber seal
is closed completely.

NOTE: When grinding is in process, turn the coffee bean dial to your
desired grind size.

NOTE: It may take several tries to get a grind size that best fits your taste.

Ready to Use!

■ Plug in your espresso machine. The Power button will flash. Press the power button.

■ Choose your desired function and enjoy! See the "Using the Espresso Machine" section for
instructions of each function.

Water Tank

Coee Bean
Container

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Components

Water Tank Lid

Water Tank

Coee Bean
Container Lid

Coee Bean Container

Coee Grinder Control Knob

Coee Spout

Steam Wand

Disposal Box

Disposal Tray

Coee

Brewer

Service

Door

Coee Spout Light

Drip Tray

Drip Tray Grate

Steam wand only available with models C7CEBBS3RD3,
C7CEBBS4RW3, and C7CEBBS2RS3

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Accessories

Cleaning Kit

Cleaning Brush

Milk Pitcher

Pin/Needle

Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Water Hardness Strips

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Cleaning Solution (3)

NOTE: Milk Pitcher is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3,
C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

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Control Panel

C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3

C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

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Functions

Buttons

NOTE: All settings have a default and can be

changed through the SmartHQ App.
NOTE: Coffee ground amounts and espresso

volumes may vary depending on bean type and
machine settings.

Espresso

Espresso is a full-flavored coffee drink served as a
concentrated shot. Cappuccinos, Flat Whites, and
Lattes are all made with an espresso shot.

Default setting: ~ 8-12-grams of coffee yields ~ 30
mL of espresso (1oz).

Lungo

The Lungo, or "long”. This will create a cup that
has double the water and extraction time.

Default setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 100
mL of espresso (3.5oz)

Lungo is only included with model C7CEBAS3RD3,
C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3.

You can change My Cup in the SmartHQ app to
Lungo if desired.

Americano

This is a coffee brew sized drink. It is made by
the addition of hot water over the single shot of
espresso. Your machine will brew espresso first,
dispose of the used grounds, and pour hot water
on top through the same coffee spout. Please wait
for all cycles to complete before enjoying your
Americano.

Default Setting: Brew Espresso (~ 8-12 grams of
coffee yields ~ 50 mL [1.5oz]) Add hot water on top
(~ 100 mL [3.5oz]).

My Cup

When using the “My Cup” setting, the default is
set to a Ristretto. This is similar to an espresso
shot but is half the water volume. Often called a
“short” espresso.

Default Setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 15
mL of espresso (½ oz).

The My Cup function can only be updated within
the SmartHQ app.

Steam

Steam is used to heat up milk (or alternatives) and
create microfoam for frothed milk drinks like Lattes
and Cappuccinos.

Steam is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3,
C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

CAUTION

body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do
not touch liquids or steam wand during or after
steaming. Do not remove pitcher until steaming is
complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.

NOTE: The steam wand rotates to fit your

preferred cup size.

To avoid possible burns to

Hot Water

The Hot Water function dispenses hot water
from the spout or steam wand (C7CEBBS3RD3,
C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3). Use this function
when hot water is desired. No coffee is used
during this function.

Alerts

WiFi

Your espresso machine is WiFi compatible. See
page 19 for how to connect and use the SmartHQ
app.

Add Water

The Add Water indicator appears when there is
no water left in the tank or the tank is removed
from the unit. If this occurs during a cycle, simply
add water then press the button of the desired
function to continue the current cycle.

Add/Stir Beans

The Add/Stir Beans indicator appears when there
are no beans left in the coffee bean container.
Add ONLY whole coffee beans to the container.

NOTE: Oily beans are not recommended for
automatic espresso machines. If beans do not
easily slide down into the grinder, it means oil is
present. Please stir beans in the hopper.

NOTE: If machine runs out of coffee beans in the
middle of the cycle, it might terminate the brew
or produce a drink of reduced strength. An alert
will clear after the beans are refilled and the user
restarts a new brew.

Check Brew Unit

Coffee Brewer and/or Service door are not in
place or not properly installed.

Empty Waste

Empty Waste appears after 8 brews. Empty the
waste basket and the alert will turn off. If the
disposal drawer is open for more than 5 seconds,
the counter is reset.

NOTE: Clean out, wash, and dry the Disposal Tray
and Drip Tray before long periods of no use.

Descale

Descale alert will appear when it is time to run a
descale cycle for best operation and life span of
the machine.

Rinsing

An alert is on during automatic rinsing function
which occurs on power ON after complete cool
down.

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Using your Espresso Machine

NOTE: Appearance may vary slightly by model.

Coffee Grinder Knob

Add coffee beans to the coffee bean container. While grinding is occurring, adjust the
coffee grinder knob to desired grind size. Align the desired grind circle to the arrow on
the grinder top.

The smallest circle is the smallest grind size and the largest circle is the largest grind
size. The smaller the grind, the stronger the coffee. This may change if the grind
settings are changed in the app.

NOTE: If machine runs out of coffee beans in the middle of the cycle it might terminate
the brew or produce a drink of reduced strength. An alert will clear after the beans are

refilled and the user restarts a new brew.

Removable Steam Wand

The steam wand is removable for easier cleaning. First unscrew, then pull down. The
stainless steel cover is also removable from the steam wand.

Adjustable Steam Wand and Coffee Spout

The steam wand moves from side to side for easier use.

The coffee spout moves up and down to accommodate different size cups.

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Using your Espresso Machine

How to Turn on the Machine

Press the Power button to turn on the machine. The other buttons will appear
after the Power button is pressed.

Espresso, Lungo, Americano, and My Cup Functions

NOTE: Make sure you have a coee cup or container placed under the dis-

penser before using any function.
To use any function, press the desired button. All other buttons on the control

panel will go dark, leaving the desired function and Power buttons illuminated.
The espresso machine will start to grind the coee beans. When the beans are
ground, the espresso machine will dispense coee.

NOTE: Lungo is only available with model C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3,
C7CEBAS2RS3.

NOTE: The My Cup function can only be adjusted through the SmartHQ app.
The default setting is Ristretto. See page 19 for more information on the Smart
HQ app and how to connect to the WiFi.

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Using your Espresso Machine

Steam and Hot Water

CAUTION

do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove pitcher until
steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.

NOTE: The Steam function is only available with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3,

C7CEBBS2RS3.
NOTE: Make sure you have a coee cup or container placed under the steam wand before using

either function.
Hot water will dispense when the Hot Water button is pressed.

To use the Steam function, press the Steam button to initiate the process. The Steam Wand
Light will start flashing. When the water is preheated, the Steam Wand Light will go steady and
the Steam button will flash. Insert the Steam Wand into the milk then press the Steam button to
dispense.

NOTE: No coee beans are used for this function.
NOTE: Hot Water comes out of steam wand if present. Hot water comes out of spout for models

without the steam wand.

To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam,

Steam wand

Custom Dispense Amount

Press and hold any of the function buttons for 3 seconds until 2 beeps sound.
The machine will begin to dispense for the selected function.
To choose a new dispense volume, press the function button again. The machine will stop. 2 more

beeps will sound and the new dispense volume will be set. The machine will return to idle state.
NOTE: If no custom dispense amount is set, the maximum volume will be the custom dispense
amount.

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Care and Cleaning

WARNING

and disconnect power prior to cleaning or service.

CAUTION

steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove
pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.

Allow heating element to completely cool to avoid risk of fire or injury

To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot

Cleaning the Espresso Machine

■ Unplug the espresso machine from the wall.

■ Pour out all leftover water and wash and dry the water tank, drip tray, and disposal tray.

■ Wipe down appliance using the provided microfiber cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.

■ DO NOT place any part of the espresso machine in the dishwasher. Hand wash only.

NOTE: When not in use for long periods of time, such as vacation, run system empty cycle,
dry water tank, and open water tank lid.

Cleaning the Coffee Brewer and Service Area

The service area will get dirty over time with excess coffee grounds.

■ Unplug the espresso machine from the wall.

■ Remove the service door located on the side of the
appliance by pressing the bottom of the service door.

■ To take out the brewer, pinch both orange tabs to release.

■ Use cleaning brush and microfiber cloth provided to wipe
away access grounds from the service area and coffee
grinder chute as shown.

■ Wash coffee brewer in the sink with warm water. Make sure
to air dry or wipe with microfiber cloth before returning to unit.

■ Make sure to air dry the service area before reassembling the coffee
brewer.

■ Replace the brewer by pressing the orange tabs again until it locks in
place.

■ Replace service door before using machine. The service door will
click into place.

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Care and Cleaning

Descaling Process

DO NOT use any cleaning agents not provided with the product or recommended in this manual.

■ It is recommended to descale once a month or more depending on the water hardness.
Water hardness strip can be used to measure your water hardness and adjust the frequency
of the descale alert accordingly under SmartHQ app.

■ Descale process consists of 2 stages. Descale alert will turn o after the second stage is
completed. The whole process is expected to last 30-40 minutes start to finish.

STAGE 1:

1. Fully fill the water tank.

2. Add one pack of cleaning solution in the water tank and mix well.

3. Remove the drip tray and place a 45 oz or larger container under the spout (spouts for

Steam units).

4. Press and hold the Hot Water and Steam (for Steam machines) and My Cup and Hot Water

for Coee only Machines for 3 seconds to initiate the descaling process. A single beep
sounds, all buttons turn o and Descale alert starts to flash.

5. Water starts dispensing into the container.

6. After all water is dispensed, Descale alert stops flashing, but stays ON. Add Water alert

flashes.

STAGE 2:

1. After Stage 1 is complete, remove, rinse, fully refill, and reinstall the water tank. Add Water
alert will go o.

2. Repeat steps 3 to 5 from Stage 1.

3. After all water is dispensed, Descale alert turns OFF. Add Water alert turns ON.

4. Refill the water tank again. Unit is ready for normal operation.

NOTE: As an alternative, a 1:1 ratio of water and white vinegar can be used as a cleaning
solution for the descaling process.

System Emptying

The System Emptying process empties the system of all water. Use this function when storing
the machine for long periods.

■ Press and hold the Hot Water and Power buttons together for 3 seconds the initiate the
emptying process. Water will empty into the drip tray.

■ Remove the water tank. Place a small bowl under both spouts.

■ When the cycle ends, the Rinsing button will stop flashing and the machine will return to
the Powered ON state.

Checking Your Water Hardness

Included with the unit is a Water Hardness Test Kit. Please follow the instructions on the package
using the water you plan to use to make espresso. Once you have gathered your results, please
refer to the SmartHQ app to set your water hardness level.

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