Gaggia Milano User Manual

GAGGIA ANIMA

Manuale d’istruzione

Instruction manual

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GAGGIA ANIMA

Instruction manual

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Contents

1. Introduction to the manual...........1

2. Product overview ...................1

2.1 The product ...........................1

2.2 Accessories.............................1

2.3 Main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

2.4 Main removable parts ....................2

2.5 Control buttons and display...............2

3. Safety.............................3

3.1 Safety instructions .......................3

4. Preliminary operations ..............5

4.1 Positioning .............................5

4.2 Water tank lling ........................5

4.3 Coffee bean hopper lling ................5

4.4 Plug in and start .........................5

5. Activation and deactivation...........6

5.1 Using the selection buttons ...............6

5.2 First start ..............................6

5.2.1 Water circuit priming ....................6

5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle .........6

5.2.3 Manual rinse cycle .......................6

5.3 Adjustments ............................7

5.3.1 Water hardness measurement and setting...7

5.3.2 Aroma intensity adjustment ...............7

5.3.3 Ceramic coffee grinder adjustment.........7

5.3.4 Brewing temperature adjustment ..........8

5.3.5 Coffee dispensing spout adjustment ........8

5.4 Deactivation and reactivation..............8

6. Use...............................8

6.1 Coffee-based preparations................8

6.1.1 Use of pre-ground coffee (one specialty

only) ..................................8

6.1.2 Brewing a product with one button ........9

6.1.3 Brewing two products with one button

(possible only when using coffee beans) ....9

6.1.4 Adjustment of coffee length in the cup

during preparation.......................9

6.2 Milk frother.............................9

6.3 Milk- and coffee-based preparations.......10

6.3.1 Brewing a milk-based product ............10

6.4 Hot water-based preparations ...........10

6.4.1 Hot water dispensing ...................10

7. Cleaning and maintenance ..........10

7.1 Machine cleaning .......................11

7.1.1 Machine cleaning when needed...........11

7.1.2 Weekly cleaning of the machine ..........11

7.2 Brew group cleaning ....................11

7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle ........11

7.2.2 Monthly lubrication of the brewing unit

(one cleaning cycle using a lubricant) . . . . . . 12

7.2.3 Monthly degreasing of the brew group (one

cleaning cycle using a degreaser)..........13

7.3 Containers cleaning.....................13

7.3.1 Cleaning of the water tank...............13

7.3.2 Monthly cleaning of the coffee

compartments .........................13

7.4 Milk frother cleaning ....................14

7.4.1 Milk frother cleaning cycle ...............14

7.4.2 Weekly cleaning of the milk frother

components ...........................14

7.5 Descaling cycle.........................14

7.5.1 Interruption of the descaling cycle ........15

8. Default settings....................15

8.1 List of default settings ...................15

8.2 Changing the default settings .............16

8.3 Reset to the default settings..............16

9. Troubleshooting ...................16

9.1 Alarm signals summary: red display ........16

9.2 Warnings signals summary ...............17

9.3 The machine is out of service ............17

9.4 Troubleshooting table ...................18

10. Maintenance accessories and products 19

10.1 Maintenance products...................19

10.2 INTENZA+ water lter ................19

10.2.1 INTENZA+ installation..................20

10.2.2 INTENZA+ replacement ................20

11. Technical characteristics ............21

12. Transportation and disposal .........21

13. Warranty and service...............21

13.1 How to contact Gaggia..................21

Symbols

The following symbols are used in some parts of the booklet:

Indicates actions that should on no account be carried out.

Indicates actions that require some caution.

> Requests the specied action.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

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

3. To protect against re, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse

cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the

appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in re, electric shock or injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

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

11. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into wall outlet. To

disconnect, turn any control to “off ”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Save these instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service

center.

Do not immerse machine in water. To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not disassemble the machine. There are no parts inside the machine serviceable by the user. Repair should be done by authorized

service personnel only.

1. Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate

corresponds with your voltage.

2. Never use warm or hot water to ll the water tank. Use cold water only.

3. Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the appliance

during operation.

4. Never clean with scrubbing powders or harsh cleaners. Simply use a soft

cloth dampened with water.

5. For optimal taste of your coffee, use puried or bottled water. Periodic descaling is still recommended every 2-3 months.

6. Do not use caramelized or avored coffee beans.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

THE POWER SUPPLY CORD

A. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be

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 used if care is exercised in their use.

C. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,

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

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.

1. Introduction to the manual

Foreword

Congratulations for your purchase of a Gaggia Anima fully automatic coffee machine! This manual contains all necessary information to install, use, clean and descale your machine.

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In the “2. Product overview” chapter you will become familiar with the various buttons and components of the machine.

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The “3. Safety” chapter requires careful study to avoid any risk due to incorrect or improper use of the machine.

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The “4. Preliminary operations” and “5. Activation and deactivation” chapters provide a step-by-step description of the machine placement and preparation for use.

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The “6. Use” chapter describes how the machine is to be used, with a list of all the drinks that can be prepared with the machine itself.

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“7. Cleaning and maintenance” chapter will keep your machine in top form.

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For any operation issues please refer to the “9. Troubleshooting” chapter.

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The remaining chapters provide support for quick use.

Notes

This document is an integral part of the machine and must be stored with care for future reference. The document is copyrighted.

2. Product overview

2.1 The product

The machine can be used to brew coffee from whole beans and is equipped with a classic milk frother to prepare the perfect cappuccino easily and quickly. It can also dispense steam and hot water. These are the machine’s special features:

Gaggia Adapting System

Coffee is a natural product and its characteristics may vary according to origin, blend and roasting. The machine is equipped with a self-adjustment system that allows it to valorise your favourite coffee beans. It regulates itself after brewing a few coffees.

Coffee intensity adjustment

You can choose your favourite coffee blend and adjust the quantity of coffee to be ground according to your personal taste. It is possible to use pre-ground coffee.

Ceramic coffee grinder

The ceramic grinding wheels guarantee consistently excellent grinding, and allow you to adjust the grinder to completely suit your taste. This technology provides absolute aroma preservation, thus guaranteeing that each cup has the true taste of Italian coffee.

Energy saving function

The fully automatic Gaggia espresso machine is designed as an energy saving device, as shown by the A rating. After a preset idle time, the machine goes into stand-by mode automatically.

2.2 Accessories

1. Power cord

2. Instruction manual

3. Disposable strip for water hardness test

4. Multifunction tool

• Coffee grinder adjustment key

• Powder coffee outlet duct cleaning tool

• Pre-ground coffee measuring scoop

5. Cleaning brush (optional)

6. Brew group grease (optional)

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2.3 Main components

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2.4 Main removable parts

1. STAND-BY button

2. Water tank seat

3. Coffee bean hopper

Pre-ground coffee compartment

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5. Removable water tank

6. Main switch I. ON

0. OFF

7. Power cord socket

8. Coffee grounds drawer

9. Drip tray

10. Drip tray grill

11. Coffee dispensing spout

12. Classic milk frother

1. Water tank lid

2. Coffee bean hopper lid

3. Pre-ground coffee compartment lid

4. Service door

5. Coffee residues drawer

6. Brew group

7. Coffee dispensing spout

8. Drip tray

9. Coffee grounds drawer

10. ‘Drip tray full’ indicator

11. Classic milk frother

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• Steam wand (xed)

• Rubber grip

2.5 Control buttons and display

ESPRESSO

ESPRESSO LUNGO

AROMA STRENGTH

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1. ESPRESSO button ESC button

STEAM

HOT WATER

2. ESPRESSO LUNGO button

3. AROMA STRENGTH button OK button

4. STEAM button UP button

5. HOT WATER button

6. MENU button DOWN button

7. STAND-BY button

8. Display In the example:

Main menu; ready for brewing

3. Safety

This machine is equipped with safety features. Nevertheless, read and follow the “3.1 Safety instructions” chapter carefully, and only use the machine as described in these instructions to avoid accidental injury or damage due to improper use of the machine. Keep this user manual for future reference.

3.1 Safety instructions

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The “Warnings” section warns against possible severe injuries, danger to life and/or damage to the machine.

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The “Cautions” section warns against slight injuries and/or damage to the machine.

It’s necessary a careful reading of the manual before performing any operation or maintenance.

Warnings

Connect the machine to a wall socket with a voltage matching the technical specications of the machine.

Connect the machine to an earthed wall socket.

Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

Never immerse the machine, mains plug or power cord in water (danger of electrical shock!).

Do not pour liquids on the power cord connector.

Never direct the hot water jet towards body parts: danger of burns!

Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.

Turn off the machine from the main switch located on the back before removing the plug from the socket:

- If a malfunction occurs.

- If the machine will not be used for a long time.

- Before cleaning the machine.

Pull on the plug, not on the power cord. Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands. Do not use the machine if the mains plug, the power cord or the machine

itself is damaged. Do not make any modications to the machine or its power cord.

Only have repairs carried out by a service centre authorized by Gaggia to avoid a hazard.

The machine should not be used by children younger than 8 years old.

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The machine can be used by children of 8 years and upwards if they have previously been instructed on the correct use of the machine and made

aware of the associated dangers or if they are supervised by an adult.

Cleaning and maintenance should not be carried out by children unless they are more than 8 years old and supervised by an adult.

Keep the machine and its power cord out of reach of children under 8 years

old.

The machine may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lacking sufcient experience and/or skills if they have previously been instructed on the correct use of the machine and made

aware of the associated dangers or if they are supervised by an adult. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

machine. Never insert ngers or other objects into the coffee grinder.

Cautions

The machine is for household use only. It is not intended for use in environments such as canteens, staff kitchens of shops, ofces, farms or other work environments.

Always put the machine on a at and stable surface. Do not place the machine on hot surfaces, directly next to a hot oven, heater

or similar sources of heat.

Only put roasted coffee beans into the coffee bean hopper. If ground coffee, instant coffee, raw coffee beans or any other substance is put in the coffee

bean hopper, it may damage the machine. Let the machine cool down before inserting or removing any parts. The

heating surfaces may retain residual heat after use. Never use warm or hot water to ll the water tank. Use only cold non

sparkling drinking water.

Never clean with scrubbing powders or harsh cleaners. Simply use a soft cloth dampened with water.

Descale your machine regularly. The machine indicates when descaling is needed. Not doing this will make your appliance stop working properly. In

this case repair is not covered under your warranty!

Do not keep the machine at temperature below 0 °C. Residue water in the heating system may freeze and cause damage.

Do not leave water in the water tank when the machine is not used over a long period of time. The water can be contaminated. Use fresh water every time you use the machine.

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4. Preliminary operations

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Make sure to read the “3. Safety” chapter.

4.1 Positioning

To facilitate the use of the machine, it should be placed in an appropriate location that provides adequate space to operate.

4.2 Water tank lling

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4.3 Coffee bean hopper lling

Working spaces

L1 L2 W1 W2 H1

150 mm 221 mm 430 mm 150 mm 340 mm

Unpacking and placement

The original packaging was designed and produced to protect the machine while being moved; it is recommended to keep it, in case the machine needs to be moved again.

> Remove the machine from its packaging. > Choose a secure and horizontal surface away from heat sources and out of the

weather, in a sufciently lit and hygienic room, next to an easily accessed power socket.

> Position the machine allowing for working spaces.

> Lift the lid of the water tank. > Lift the water tank by its handle. > Rinse the water tank with cold water.

Do not ll the water tank with hot, boiling or carbonated water or with other liquids

that might damage the tank and the machine. Use fresh water every time you use the machine.

> Fill the water tank with fresh cold water to the MAX level. > Put the tank back into the machine, checking that it is fully settled.

> Lift the coffee bean hopper lid.

Do not place too many coffee beans in the coffee bean hopper, so as to avoid damaging grinding performance.

Coffee powder, soluble coffee, raw coffee and other substances, if placed in the coffee

bean hopper, may damage the machine. Always ll the coffee bean hopper with roasted coffee beans only. Do not ll it with green, caramelised or avoured coffee beans.

> Pour the coffee beans slowly in the coffee bean hopper and close the lid.

4.4 Plug in and start

> Insert the plug into the socket located on the back of the machine. > Insert the plug at the other end of the power cord into a wall socket with suitable

power voltage, as shown in the tag inside the service door.

> Turn the main switch to the ON position to turn the machine on. > The STAND-BY button is ashing. Press the button to turn on the machine. The

display shows that it is necessary to prime the circuit: proceed as described in the “5.2 First start” chapter.

Keeping the STAND-BY button pressed for over 8 seconds causes the DEMO MODE function to start. To exit the demo mode, turn the machine OFF and ON using the main switch.

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5. Activation and deactivation

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Make sure to read the “3. Safety” chapter.

5.1 Using the selection buttons

Some function buttons can be used to navigate through functions / menus:

The OK button is used to select / conrm / stop the function.

The ESC button is used to return to the main menu, one level at a time. The UP button is used to move upwards. The DOWN button is used to move downwards.

5.2 First start

Before rst use the following operations must be carried out:

• Water circuit priming.

• One automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle.

• One manual rinse cycle.

5.2.1 Water circuit priming

During this process fresh water ows through the internal circuit and the machine

heats up. The process requires a few minutes.

> Check that the classic milk frother is installed. > Place a container under the milk frother. > Press the OK button to start the water circuit priming cycle. The machine star ts

dispensing hot water through the milk frother. The progress bar on the display shows the status of the operation. The machine automatically stops dispensing water at the end of the process. The display shows that the machine is heating. At the end of the heating phase, the machine launches an automatic clean water rinse/self-cleaning cycle of the internal circuits.

5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle

> Place a container under the coffee dispensing spout.

Burning hazard! Be careful of hot water or steam sprays. The operation lasts less than a minute. Wait for the cycle to end automatically.

If necessary, the cycle can be interrupted by pressing the OK button.

> Empty the container. The machine goes back to the main menu.

Now it is possible to launch the manual rinse cycle.

5.2.3 Manual rinse cycle

The complete manual rinse cycle comprises two consecutive phases:

• One “Coffee brewing circuit rinsing phase”, to be repeated twice.

• One “Hot water dispensing circuit rinsing phase”.

Coffee brewing circuit rinsing phase

During this phase, the coffee brewing cycle is started.

> Place a container under the coffee dispensing spout. > Press the ESPRESSO LUNGO button. The machine starts brewing coffee.

Repeat the previous operations, then proceed.

> After the product has been brewed, empty the container.

If necessary, the cycle can be interrupted by pressing the OK button.

Hot water circuit rinsing phase

> Follow the instructions in the “4.2 Water tank lling” chapter and ll the water tank up

to the CALC CLEAN level.

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Follow the instructions in the “6.4.1 Hot water dispensing” chapter and dispense water

until the ‘Water tank empty’ symbol is displayed. Empty the container.

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Follow the instructions in the “4.2 Water tank lling” chapter and ll the water tank up to the MAX level. The machine is ready for brewing.

5.3 Adjustments

The machine is supplied with standard brewing default settings. To enhance the quality and taste of the coffee, it is recommended to adjust the settings. In par ticular, to obtain a stronger

taste, set the brewing temperature, aroma and grinding neness to the top of the scale.

5.3.1 Water hardness measurement and setting

It is essential to measure water hardness to:

• Determine the descaling schedule for the machine.

• Use correctly the INTENZA+ water lter. Please, refer to the “10.2 INTENZA+ water lter” chapter.

Dip the disposable strip in water for 1 second, to test the water hardness (strip supplied with the machine).

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5.3.2 Aroma intensity adjustment

5.3.3 Ceramic coffee grinder adjustment

Remove the disposable strip and wait for 1 minute.

Check how many squares change colour, then refer to the table.

number of red squares

1 1 very soft water 2 2 soft water 3 3 hard water 4 4 very hard water

Refer to the “8.2 Changing the default settings” chapter to change the water hardness default.

> Every time the AROMA STRENGTH button is pressed, the aroma of your coffee

changes by one degree. The display changes with the chosen aroma.

extra light aroma light aroma medium strength aroma strong aroma extra strong aroma

pre-ground coffee

Adjustments to the coffee grinder must be made exclusively when the machine is grinding coffee beans.

Lift the coffee bean hopper lid.

Identify the grinder adjustment knob. Reference marks placed around the knob show the

grinding settings. It is possible to set the machine to one of ve different grinding neness

levels: from the leftmost position, for coarse grinding and a lighter taste (minimum setting)

to the rightmost one, for ne grinding and a stronger taste (maximum setting).

Place a small cup under the coffee dispensing spout.

Press the ESPRESSO button.

While the machine is grinding, press and rotate the knob by one unit at a time. Use the special coffee grinder adjustment key supplied. The taste difference will be detectable after brewing 2-3 coffee cups.

value to be set water hardness

The machine will automatically dose the right quantity of coffee.

The right quantity of coffee will be dosed by using the supplied measuring scoop.

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5.3.4 Brewing temperature adjustment

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Refer to the “8.2 Changing the default settings” chapter to change the coffee temperature default.

5.3.5 Coffee dispensing spout adjustment

The height of the coffee dispensing spout can be adjusted to adapt to the size of the cup one wishes to use.

To adjust the settings, lift or lower the coffee dispensing spout with your ngers.

5.4 Deactivation and reactivation

After 15 minutes in idle mode, the machine goes automatically in stand-by mode. The start time of the stand-by mode can be changed. To know how, read the “8. Default settings” chapter.

In this phase the STAND-BY button is ashing.

The machine might launch an automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle, as described in the “5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle” chapter.

Shutdown

> To turn the machine off completely, the main switch at the back of the machine must

be in the OFF position.

Reactivation

> The main switch at the back of the machine must be in the ON position. >

To restart the machine, press the STAND-BY button. The machine might request a “5.2.1 Water circuit priming”, or simply go through an automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle as described in the “5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self- cleaning cycle” chapter.

6. Use

Make sure to read the “3. Safety” chapter.

In order to preserve product quality, every time the machine is turned on, the “5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle” will be launched. When the machine is started after remaining unused for a long period of time, we recommend running a “5.2.3 Manual

rinse cycle”.

6.1 Coffee-based preparations

The quantity of brewed product in the cup is set by default. To change this value refer to the “6.1.4 Adjustment of coffee length in the cup during preparation” chapter. The machine can brew one or two coffee-based drinks.

6.1.1 Use of pre-ground coffee (one specialty only)

It is possible to select the function that uses pre-ground coffee. It brews only one product.

Placing anything other than pre-ground coffee may seriously damage the machine. These damages are NOT covered by the warranty.

Use only the measuring scoop supplied with the machine. If the dose is more than one, or excessive, the machine does not brew the product and the coffee will be discharged in the coffee grounds drawer.

Lift the compartment lid and add one measuring scoop of pre-ground coffee. If no dose is added, the machine will dispense water only.

Close the pre-ground coffee compartment lid.

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Press the AROMA STRENGTH button repeatedly, to select the pre-ground coffee brewing function. Proceed by following the further instructions on the preparation of the desired specialty.

6.1.2 Brewing a product with one button

> Place one cup under the coffee dispensing spout.

One espresso/one espresso lungo

> To brew one espresso, press the ESPRESSO button. >

Otherwise, to brew one espresso lungo, press the ESPRESSO LUNGO button. After the pre-infusion cycle, coffee starts pouring from the coffee dispensing spout. Coffee will be brewed to a preset level; it is possible, however, to stop brewing it before this level is reached, by pressing the OK button. After the product has been brewed, the machine goes back to the main menu.

6.1.3 Brewing two products with one button (possible only when using coffee beans)

> Place two cups under the coffee dispensing spout.

Two espresso/two espresso lungo

> To brew two espresso, press the ESPRESSO button twice. >

Otherwise, to brew two espresso lungo, press the ESPRESSO LUNGO button twice. After the pre-infusion cycle, coffee starts pouring from the coffee dispensing spout. The machine carries out two grinding cycles in sequence. Coffee will be brewed to a preset level; it is possible, however, to stop brewing it before this level is reached, by pressing the OK button. After the product has been brewed, the machine goes back to the main menu.

6.1.4 Adjustment of coffee length in the cup during preparation

It is possible to adjust the quantity of product brewed according to one’s taste and the size of the cups. This function makes it possible to change the default setting for the quantity of product brewed in the cup. For a stronger taste, reduce the brewed quantity. Prepare the machine for one espresso / espresso lungo and place a cup under the coffee dispensing spout.

Espresso length/espresso lungo length

> To adjust the espresso length, keep the ESPRESSO button pressed until the MEMO

E M O

symbol is displayed, then release the button.

Otherwise, to adjust the espresso lungo length, keep the ESPRESSO LUNGO button pressed until the MEMO symbol is displayed, then release the button. The machine is in the programming stage and is starting to brew the chosen product.

Press the OK button as soon as the desired quantity has been reached.

E M O

Now the button is programmed: every time it is pressed, the machine will brew the product in the quantity just set. After the product has been brewed, the machine goes back to the main menu.

6.2 Milk frother

This chapter explains how to use the milk frother to prepare frothed milk. When using

the machine for the rst time, clean it accurately as described in the “7.4.1 Milk frother cleaning cycle” chapter.

Burning hazard! At the beginning of each product brewing, hot water or steam sprays might be present. The milk frother may reach high temperatures. Never touch it with bare hands. Use the appropriate protective handle.

Water circuit cleaning

> Check that the classic milk frother is installed. >

Press the STEAM button to dispense steam for a few seconds.

To stop dispensing, press the OK button.

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Inserting phase

> Insert the milk frother in the steam wand seat, until it locks in place.

Burning hazard! If the machine has been recently used the steam wand could be hot. The rubber grip on the steam wand must be properly inserted, without going beyond

its seat, otherwise the milk frother does not operate correctly.

Removing phase

> Pull the milk frother out to remove it from the steam wand.

6.3 Milk- and coffee-based preparations

To prepare a good cappuccino, use cold milk (~5°C / 41°F) with a protein content of at least 3%. It is possible to use whole and skimmed milk, soy milk and lactose free milk, according to personal taste.

6.3.1 Brewing a milk-based product

> Fill 1/3 of a container with cold milk. >

Immerse the milk frother in the milk. Burning hazard! At the beginning of each product brewing, milk or steam sprays might

be present. The milk frother must be installed.

One frothed milk

Press the STEAM button to start dispensing steam. Wait for the necessary pre-heating time.

Froth the milk by gently swirling the container and moving it up and down.

When the milk froth has the desired consistency, press the OK button to stop dispensing steam. It will take a few seconds before the machine stops dispensing completely. The machine automatically stops dispensing if no button is pressed for 3 minutes.

It is immediately possible to brew coffee or dispense hot water.

To prepare a cappuccino, brew an espresso or an espresso lungo, as indicated at the “6.1 Coffee-based preparations” chapter.

When nished it is necessary to dispense a small amount of hot water into a container,

as described in the “7.4.1 Milk frother cleaning cycle” chapter.

6.4 Hot water-based preparations

6.4.1 Hot water dispensing

> Check that the classic milk frother is installed. >

Place a container under the milk frother. Burning hazard! At the beginning of each product brewing, hot water or steam sprays

might be present. The steam wand may reach high temperatures. Never touch the steam wand with bare hands. Use the appropriate protective grip.

Press the HOT WATER button to dispense hot water. Wait for the necessary preheating time. The machine starts dispensing hot water. Dispense the desired hot water quantity.

To stop dispensing, press the OK button. After the product has been brewed, the machine goes back to the main menu.

7. Cleaning and maintenance

Regular cleaning and maintenance of the machine are fundamental to prolong its life cycle. Otherwise, the machine will stop working correctly. This chapter describes the details of the operations to be carried out and their schedule.

Make sure to read the “3. Safety” chapter.

All cleaning operations must be carried out when the machine has cooled. To clean the machine use a wet soft cloth: do not use alcohol, solvents and/or abrasive

objects. Only the drip tray grill and those parts of the milk frother indicated in the “7.4.2 Weekly cleaning of the milk frother components” section can be washed in the dishwasher. All other components must be washed in lukewarm water.

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Damages or improper use caused by cleaning and maintenance activities are NOT

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Maintenance schedule Machine Water tank

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Brew group Milk frother

When needed chapter no. 7.1.1 ; 7.5 7.3.1 7.4.1 Weekly chapter no. 7.1.2 7.2.1 7.4.2 Monthly chapter no. 7.3.2 7.2.2 ; 7.2.3

7.1 Machine cleaning

7.1.1 Machine cleaning when needed

When the ‘Coffee grounds drawer full’ symbol is displayed, proceed as follows.

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Burning hazard! Before cleaning the machine, check that the machine, the grounds and the water in the tank have cooled.

These processes must be launched every time the ‘drip tray full’ indicator raises. If the indicator is completely raised, this means that the tray is full: be careful when you remove it.

With the machine turned on, empty and clean the coffee grounds drawer and the drip tray.

If the machine is turned off, once turned on the ‘Coffee grounds drawer full’ signal is still on. Please refer to the “9.4 Troubleshooting table”.

> Press the side buttons. >

Remove the drip tray.

Remove the coffee grounds drawer and empty it.

Empty and wash the drip tray.

Put the coffee grounds drawer in the drip tray and put the latter back into the machine. Further maintenance operations can be carried out only when the machine is turned

off and disconnected from the power grid.

7.1.2 Weekly cleaning of the machine

> Follow the step-by-step instructions in the “7.1.1 Machine cleaning when needed”

7.2 Brew group cleaning

7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle

> Turn the machine off with the STAND-BY button. Wait for the STAND-BY button to

> > >

chapter until you reach the seat of the drip tray. Now clean the drip tray seat. Place the components back.

The brew group must be cleaned at least once a week. Weekly cleaning of the brew group is a cleaning cycle with water (accurate rinsing).

Disassembly and cleaning phase

start ashing and disconnect the power cord plug.

Press the side buttons. Remove the drip tray. Open the service door. To remove the brew group:

• Place the thumb on the PUSH button and then the other ngers, on the handle.

• Press the PUSH button and pull the handle. Remove horizontally without rotating it.

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PUSH

Clean the coffee outlet duct thoroughly with the appropriate cleaning tool, supplied together with the machine.

Remove the coffee residues drawer and wash it thoroughly.

> Wash the brew group accurately with lukewarm water and clean the upper lter

accurately. Do not use detergents or soap to clean the brew group.

Let the brew group air dry completely.

PUSH

Clean the inside of the machine accurately with a wet soft cloth.

Reassembly phase

> Insert the coffee residues drawer in its seat and check that it is placed correctly.

PUSH

If the coffee residues drawer is not placed correctly, it might be impossible to place the brew group in the machine.

Make sure that the brew group is in the idle position: the two reference marks on the side of the brew group must match.

> If they do not match, press the lever slightly downwards until it touches the base of

the brew group, so that the two check reference marks match.

PUSH

Press the PUSH button hard.

PUSH

> Make sure that the brew group lock is in the correct position. >

If it is still lowered, raise it until it locks in place.

Put the brew group back in place until it locks, without pressing the PUSH button.

Put back the coffee grounds drawer with the drip tray inside the machine and close the service door.

7.2.2 Monthly lubrication of the brewing unit (one cleaning cycle using a lubricant)

Lubricate the brew group after about 500 coffee cups brewed or at least once a month. The lubricating grease for the brew group can be bought separately. For fur ther details please refer to the “10.1 Maintenance products” chapter. Perform the “Disassembly and cleaning phase” of the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” procedure.

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Apply the grease uniformly on both side guides.

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> Lubricate the shaft too.

Perform the “Reassembly phase” of the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle”

PUSH

procedure.

7.2.3 Monthly degreasing of the brew group (one cleaning cycle using a degreaser)

Launch this cleaning cycle with degreasing tablets after brewing 500 coffees or at least once a month. This operation completes the brew group maintenance process. The degreasing tablets are sold separately. For further details please refer to the “10.1 Maintenance products” chapter.

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Degreasing tablets are recommended only for cleaning purposes, they have no descaling properties. For descaling, use the Gaggia descaling product and follow the procedure described in the “7.5 Descaling cycle” chapter.

Place a large container (1.5 l) under the dispensing spout. Burning hazard! Be careful of hot water or steam sprays.

Make sure to ll the water tank with fresh water to the MAX level.

Do not place pre-ground coffee in the pre-ground coffee compartment.

Place a degreasing tablet in the pre-ground coffee compartment.

Select the pre-ground coffee brewing function by pressing the AROMA STRENGTH button. The machine is ready for brewing.

Press the ESPRESSO LUNGO button. The machine starts dispensing water from the coffee dispensing spout.

> As soon as the progress bar has reached the middle, put the main switch to the OFF

position to turn the machine off. Let the degreasing solution work for about 15 minutes.

Turn the main switch to the ON position to turn the machine on.

Press the STAND-BY button. Wait for the end of the “5.2.2 Automatic rinse/self-

cleaning cycle”.

Perform a complete “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle”. The machine is ready for brewing.

7.3 Containers cleaning

7.3.1 Cleaning of the water tank

> Remove the water lter from the tank and wash it with fresh water. >

Restore the water lter to its seat, pressing lightly and with a slight rotation.

Fill the water tank with fresh water.

7.3.2 Monthly cleaning of the coffee compartments

> Once a month, empty and clean the coffee bean hopper with a wet cloth. >

Fill it again with the coffee beans.

If necessary, clean the pre-ground coffee compartment with a dry cloth.

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7.4 Milk frother cleaning

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7.4.1 Milk frother cleaning cycle

It is important to clean the milk frother after every use, in order to promote hygiene and guarantee the perfect thickness of the frothed milk.

The milk frother must be installed.

Press the STEAM button to dispense steam for a few seconds.

To stop dispensing, press the OK button. Burning hazard! The steam wand and the milk frothed could be hot.

Remove the milk frother and wash it with lukewarm water.

7.4.2 Weekly cleaning of the milk frother components

The weekly cleaning is more thorough.

1. Milk frother

2. Rubber grip Burning hazard! If the machine has been recently used the steam wand and the milk

frothed could be hot.

Remove the milk frother (1) and wash it with lukewarm water.

Remove the rubber grip (2) and wash it with fresh water.

Clean the steam wand with a wet cloth.

Perform the previous operations in reverse order and reassemble the milk frother. The rubber grip on the steam wand must be properly inserted, without going beyond

its seat, otherwise the milk frother does not operate correctly.

7.5 Descaling cycle

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When the CALC CLEAN symbol is displayed, it is necessary to descale the machine. If this is not done, the machine may stop working correctly: in this case, repairs are NOT covered by the warranty.

The descaling cycle has a duration of roughly 30 minutes. It consists of a proper cleaning cycle, with the Gaggia descaling product, followed by a rinse cycle.

Do not remove the brew group during the descaling process.

Do not drink the descaling solution or the products resulting from the descaling cycle. Use exclusively the Gaggia descaling solution. The use of other products may damage

the machine and leave residue in the water. The Gaggia descaling solution is sold separately. For fur ther details please refer to the “10.1 Maintenance products” chapter.

Preparation phase

> Press the side buttons. >

Remove the drip tray.

Remove the coffee grounds drawer and empty it.

Empty and wash the drip tray.

Restore all the components.

Place a large container (1.5 l) under the dispensing spout.

If installed, remove the milk frother from the steam wand.

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Descaling phase

If the INTENZA+ water lter is present, extract the lter from the water tank and replace it with the original small white lter.

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Pour all the descaling solution in the water tank.

Then ll the tank with fresh water to the CALC CLEAN level.

Put the water tank back in the machine.

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> Press the OK button to select the descaling function.

> Press the OK button to launch the descaling cycle. The machine star ts dispensing the

descaling solution at intervals. The bar shows the cycle progress status. The cycle can be paused by pressing the ESC button and restarted by pressing the OK

button. This makes it possible for the user to empty the container or leave for a while.

Let the water be discharged until the tank is empty.

> Press the MENU button and scroll the menu to go to the descaling function.

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> Remove the water tank and rinse it. >

Fill it with fresh water to the MAX level and return it to its proper place.

Remove and empty the container. Repeat the entire sequence of operations described in the “Preparation phase” above

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and proceed with the “Rinsing phase”.

Rinsing phase

> Press the OK button to launch the rinse cycle.

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The cycle can be paused by pressing the ESC button and restarted by pressing the OK button. This makes it possible for the user to empty the container or leave for a while.

If the water tank was not lled to the MAX level, the machine might require another rinse cycle. In this case, ll the water tank to the MAX level, put it back in the machine

and repeat the “Rinsing phase”. Let the product be dispensed until the process stops automatically.

Press the OK button to exit the descaling cycle. The machine goes through the heating and automatic rinse process.

Remove and empty the container with dispensed water.

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Perform the “7.4.2 Weekly cleaning of the milk frother components” procedure. Perform the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” procedure.

If supplied, remove the small white lter and replace it with the INTENZA+ lter.

At the end, the machine goes back to the main menu. Place the milk frother back on the steam wand. It is recommended to perform a “5.2.3 Manual rinse cycle”.

7.5.1 Interruption of the descaling cycle

Once the descaling cycle has started, you must complete it till the very end without turning off the machine.

> In case you get stuck during the cycle you can exit by pressing the STAND-BY button.

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If this occurs, or in case of power failure or accidental disconnection of the power

cord, empty and rinse carefully the water tank, then ll it up to the CALC CLEAN

level. Follow the instructions provided in the “5.2.3 Manual rinse cycle” chapter before brewing any product. If the cycle was not completed, the machine will require another descaling cycle to be performed at your earliest convenience.

8. Default settings

8.1 List of default settings

Display Setting Value Description

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MED

MIN

COFFEE

TEMP

Coffee

temperature

average Coffee brewing temperature setting.

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Display Setting Value Description

180’

STANDBY

60’

Stand-by time 15 minutes Stand-by time setting.

30’

15’

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DISPLAY

CONTRAST

WATER

HARDNESS

WATER

FILTER

3 2 1

OFF

FILTER

Contrast average Display contrast setting.

Water hardness

INTENZA+

water lter

4 (very hard

water)

OFF (not

installed)

Water hardness setting. For further details, please refer to the “5.3.1 Water hardness measurement and setting” chapter.

INTENZA+ settings. For further details, please refer to the “10.2 INTENZA+ water lter” chapter.

8.2 Changing the default settings

It is possible to customise the machine functions through the programming menu. The machine must be turned on and ready to work. If necessary, refer to the “8.1 List of default settings” chapter.

Press the MENU button and scroll through functions list to select the function whose

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settings are to be modied.

Note: the images at the side refer to a sample function.

Press the OK button to select the desired function. Once selected:

Press the UP button to increase the value.

Press the DOWN button to decrease the value.

Press the OK button to conrm the change.

When the change has been implemented, the OK message will be displayed.

The modied but unconrmed values will not be stored.

Press the ESC button to exit the programming function. The machine automatically exits the programming mode if no button is pressed for 3 minutes.

8.3 Reset to the default settings

It is possible to restore the default settings through the programming menu. The machine must be turned on and ready to work.

Press the MENU button and scroll through functions list to select the RESET function.

Press the OK button to select the function.

RESET

When the change has been implemented, the OK message will be displayed.

Press the ESC button to exit the programming function. The machine automatically exits the programming mode if no button is pressed for 3 minutes.

9. Troubleshooting

This chapter summarises the most common issues that might concern your machine.

If the following information is insufcient to solve the problem, please refer to the

FAQ page of the www.gaggia.com website, or contact the Gaggia hotline. Contacts are included in the warranty booklet supplied separately or can be found at www. gaggia.com. The machine is colour coded for easier interpretation of the display signals. The colour

code of the symbols is based on the trafc light concept.

9.1 Alarm signals summary: red display

Display Description Action

Put back the drip tray and coffee grounds drawer; close the service door.

Read the “7.1.1 Machine cleaning when needed” chapter to restore the components to their proper places.

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Display Description Action

Coffee bean hopper empty.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “4.3 Coffee bean hopper lling” chapter.

Close the service door. Turn the machine off and

Brew group not inserted.

back on again. The brew group automatically returns to the starting position.

Coffee grounds drawer full.

Empty the coffee grounds drawer as described in the “7.1.1 Machine cleaning when needed” chapter.

Water tank empty.

A beverage has been selected with the coffee been hopper lid open.

The machine is out of service.

9.2 Warnings signals summary

Display Description Action

The machine is ready to brew products: coffee bean hopper empty.

The machine is ready to brew products: replace the INTENZA+

water lter.

The machine is waiting to start the water circuit priming process.

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The machine must be descaled.

The machine is heating up. Wait.

The machine is rinsing. Wait.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “4.2 Water tank lling” chapter.

Close the coffee bean hopper lid on the machine within 30 seconds to complete brewing. (Only for 120V machines)

Follow the relevant instructions in the “9.3 The machine is out of service” chapter.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “4.3 Coffee bean hopper lling” chapter.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “10.2.2 INTENZA+ replacement” chapter.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “5.2.1 Water circuit priming” chapter.

Follow the relevant instructions in the “7.5 Descaling cycle” chapter.

Brew group rebooting. Wait.

9.3 The machine is out of service

If the machine error alarm signal is triggered, the error code is displayed in the bottom right corner of the display.

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Behaviour Cause Action

Please, consult the following table.

Coffee outlet duct clogged

Clean the coffee outlet duct thoroughly as described in the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” chapter.

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code

3 - 4

Behaviour Cause Action

Brew group locked, cannot be taken out

Water circuit

error

The brew group is incorrectly positioned.

Air in the water circuit

For any other error code:

Turn the machine off and then back on again after 30 seconds.

Try 2 or 3 times. If the machine does not start, contact the Gaggia hotline and mention the error code shown on the display. Contacts are included in the warranty booklet supplied separately or can be found at www.gaggia.com.

Close the service door. Turn the machine off and back on again. Wait for the ‘Ready for brewing’ signal and then remove the brew group.

Remove and restore the water tank a couple of times, making sure to position it correctly. Check that the water tank seat is clean.

9.4 Troubleshooting table

Behaviour Cause Action

The machine does not turn on.

The machine is in simulated working mode.

The drip tray lls up quickly. To guarantee a perfect coffee at

The ‘Coffee grounds drawer full’ signal is still on, even if it’s emptied or with only few coffee grounds in it.

It is impossible to remove the brew group.

It is impossible to insert the brew group.

Coffee has too little cream or is watery.

Coffee is leaking from the coffee dispensing spout.

Coffee is not hot enough. Cups are cold. Warm the cups with hot water.

The machine is disconnected or the main switch is in the OFF position.

The STAND-BY button has been pressed for more than 8 seconds.

every brewing, the machine rinses

and warms itself by ushing water in

the drip tray. The coffee grounds drawer has been

emptied while the machine was off.

The brew group is incorrectly positioned.

The coffee grounds drawer is in place. Remove the coffee grounds drawer before removing

The brew group is not in the idle position.

The gearbox is incorrectly positioned. Place the drip tray and coffee grounds drawer in

Grinders are set to a coarse position. Adjust the grinding neness as described in the “5.3.3

The blend is not right, coffee is not freshly roasted or is ground too coarse.

The machine must perform the selfadjustment.

The coffee dispensing spout is clogged.

The temperature is incorrectly regulated.

The machine circuit is clogged by limescale.

Plug in the machine and place the main switch in the ON position.

Turn the machine OFF and ON using the main switch.

Empty the drip tray. To avoid that rinsing water ends in the drip tray, place a cup below the dispensing spouts.

After emptying drip tray and coffee grounds drawer, wait for the ‘Close service door’ signal to be displayed. Place the components back.

Close the service door. Turn the machine off and back on again. Wait for the ‘Ready for brewing’ signal and then remove the brew group.

the brew group. Make sure that the brew group is in the idle position

as described in the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” chapter, “Reassembly phase”.

their proper seats. Close the service door. Turn the machine on without the brew group. The gearbox goes back to the correct position. Turn the machine off and put the brew group in place following the instructions in the “7.2.1 Weekly brew group cleaning

cycle” chapter, “Reassembly phase”.

Ceramic coffee grinder adjustment” chapter.

Change coffee blend or adjust the grinding neness

as described in the “5.3.3 Ceramic coffee grinder adjustment” chapter.

Brew a few cups of coffee.

Clean the coffee dispensing spout and its holes using a toothpick.

Adjust the temperature as described in the “5.3.4 Brewing temperature adjustment” chapter.

Descale the machine as described in the “7.5 Descaling cycle” chapter.

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Behaviour Cause Action

The machine grinds the coffee beans, but coffee does not come out.

Coffee comes out slowly. Coffee is ground too nely. Change coffee blend or adjust the grinding as

The machine takes too much time to heat up or the quantity of water

dispensed is insufcient.

The frothed milk is too cold. Cups are cold. Warm the cups with hot water. Milk does not froth. The milk frother is dirty or incorrectly

Water empty. Fill the water tank and prime the circuit again as

The brew group is dirty. Clean the brew group as described in the “7.2.1

The circuit is not primed. Prime the circuit as described in the “5.2.1 Water

The coffee dispensing spout is dirty. Clean the coffee dispensing spout and its holes using

The machine must perform the selfadjustment.

The circuit is not primed. Prime the circuit as described in the “5.2.1 Water

The brew group is dirty. Clean the brew group as described in the “7.2.1

The machine must perform the selfadjustment.

The machine circuit is clogged by limescale.

placed.

The type of milk used is not suitable for frothing.

described in the “5.2.1 Water circuit priming” chapter.

Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” chapter.

circuit priming” chapter.

a toothpick. Brew a few cups of coffee.

described in the “5.3.3 Ceramic coffee grinder

adjustment” chapter.

circuit priming” chapter.

Weekly brew group cleaning cycle” chapter. Brew a few cups of coffee.

Descale the machine as described in the “7.5 Descaling cycle” chapter.

Clean the milk frother as described in the “7.4.2 Weekly cleaning of the milk frother components” and insert it in the machine as shown in the “6.2 Milk frother” chapter, “Inserting phase”.

Read the “6.3 Milk- and coffee-based preparations” chapter.

10. Maintenance accessories and products

10.1 Maintenance products

To clean and descale the machine use exclusively Gaggia maintenance products.

Should it prove difcult to nd the machine maintenance products, please contact the

nearest Gaggia hotline in your country. Contacts are included in the warranty booklet supplied separately or can be found at www.gaggia.com.

MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

Product

• Descaling solution

• INTENZA+ water lter cartridge

• Brew group grease

• Degreasing tablets

• Milk circuit cleaning system

• Maintenance kit

10.2 INTENZA+ water lter

It is recommended to install the INTENZA+ water lter that limits limescale formation

inside the machine and improves the aroma of your coffee.

Water is a fundamental component of coffee brewing: this is why it is essential to lter it professionally. The INTENZA+ water lter can prevent the formation of mineral

deposits and improve water quality. It is sold separately.

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10.2.1 INTENZA+ installation

> Remove the small white lter in the water tank and store it in a dry place.

Filter setting phase

> Remove the INTENZA+ water lter from its packaging, immerse it vertically in cold

water, with the opening upwards, and slightly press the sides to let air bubbles out.

In order to use the lter correctly, it is necessary to measure the water hardness as

shown in the “5.3.1 Water hardness measurement and setting” chapter.

Set the INTENZA+ water lter according to the results of the test, operating on the lter base:

> Insert the INTENZA+ water lter in the empty water tank. >

Push it to the lowest possible point.

Fill the water tank with fresh water and restore it to the machine. Dispense all the water contained in the tank as detailed in the “6.4.1 Hot water

dispensing” chapter.

Fill the water tank again.

Machine setting phase during the installation

> Press the MENU button and scroll the menu to go to the ‘INTENZA+ Filter function.’

The default setting is OFF (inactive lter).

Press the UP button to select the ON value.

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Press the OK button to conrm the change. The modied but unconrmed values will not be stored.

With the ON value the machine is programmed to inform the user that the

INTENZA+ water lter must be replaced.

Once the INTENZA+ lter has been activated, no icon appears on the display.

Press the ESC button to exit the programming function. The machine automatically exits the programming mode if no button is pressed for 3

minutes. At the end, the machine goes back to the main menu.

10.2.2 INTENZA+ replacement

The ‘INTENZA+ water lter to be replaced’ signal is displayed. Replace the INTENZA+ water lter as described in the “10.2.1 INTENZA+

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installation” chapter, performing only the “Filter setting phase” section, and then proceed as follows.

Machine setting phase during the replacement

> Press the MENU button and scroll the menu to go to the ‘INTENZA+ Filter function.’

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FILTER

RESET

The value is ON (active lter).

Letter on the lter Water hardness Test strip squares

A soft water 1 - 2 B hard water (standard) 3 C very hard water 4

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If you wish to replace the INTENZA+ water lter with a new INTENZA+ lter, press

ON OFF

FILTER

RESET

the DOWN button until the RESET value can be selected. Alternatively, if you wish to

remove the INTENZA+ lter without replacing it, select the OFF value.

Press the OK button to conrm the change. The modied but unconrmed values will not be stored.

Selecting RESET, the machine is programmed to manage a new INTENZA+ water

lter, otherwise, selecting OFF, replace the supplied white lter in the tank.

Press the ESC button to exit the programming function. The machine automatically exits the programming mode if no button is pressed for 3

minutes. At the end, the machine goes back to the main menu.

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