Miele CVA6401G Installation and Operation Guide
Operating and installation instructions
Built-in coffee machine
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
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Packaging material / Disposal of old machine
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Therefore, please do not dispose of
your old appliance with your household
waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre.
Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.
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Contents
Packaging material / Disposal of old machine .................................................. 2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 6
Guide to the appliance ....................................................................................... 16
Controls and display ...........................................................................................18
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 19
Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 20
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 20
Switching on for the first time ............................................................................... 20
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 21
Operating principles............................................................................................ 23
Filling the water container.................................................................................. 24
Filling the coffee bean container .......................................................................25
Switching the coffee machine on and off .........................................................26
Adjusting the central spout to the correct cup height..................................... 27
Making drinks ...................................................................................................... 28
Making a coffee drink............................................................................................ 28
Dispensing a double portion ................................................................................. 29
Cancelling preparation .......................................................................................... 29
Preparing several cups of coffee - Coffee pot ...................................................... 30
Drinks made with ready ground coffee ................................................................. 30
Drinks with milk ..................................................................................................... 32
Preparing hot water............................................................................................... 33
Preparing User profile drinks................................................................................. 34
After a drink has been prepared............................................................................ 34
Coffee the way you like it ................................................................................... 35
Grinder setting....................................................................................................... 35
Amount of coffee, brew temperature and pre-brewing ......................................... 36
Amount of coffee..............................................................................................36
Brewing temperature ........................................................................................ 37
Pre-brewing ground coffee............................................................................... 37
Portion size .......................................................................................................... 38
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Contents
User profiles......................................................................................................... 40
Calling up User profiles ......................................................................................... 40
Creating a User profile......................................................................................40
Selecting a User profile .................................................................................... 41
Changing a name ............................................................................................. 41
Deleting a profile ..............................................................................................41
Changing a User profile.................................................................................... 42
Settings ................................................................................................................ 43
Calling up the "Settings" menu ............................................................................. 43
Changing and saving settings ............................................................................... 43
Overview of available settings............................................................................... 44
Language............................................................................................................... 46
Time of day............................................................................................................ 46
Date ....................................................................................................................... 46
Timer ..................................................................................................................... 46
Eco mode .............................................................................................................. 48
Lighting.................................................................................................................. 49
Info (display information) ....................................................................................... 49
Locking the coffee machine (System lock) ....................................................... 50
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 50
Display brightness................................................................................................. 50
Volume................................................................................................................... 50
Factory default....................................................................................................... 51
Showroom programme (Demo mode)................................................................... 51
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 52
Quick guide ........................................................................................................... 52
Cleaning by hand or in the dishwasher ................................................................. 53
Drip tray................................................................................................................. 55
Drip tray cover....................................................................................................... 56
Water container ..................................................................................................... 56
Waste container .................................................................................................... 57
Central spout......................................................................................................... 57
Maintenance of the milk valve............................................................................... 59
Milk flask with lid ................................................................................................... 60
Interior and appliance door ................................................................................... 61
Central spout connector........................................................................................ 62
Brew unit ............................................................................................................... 62
Removing and cleaning the brew unit by hand................................................62
Maintenance programmes..................................................................................... 64
Opening the "Maintenance" menu ................................................................... 64
Rinsing the appliance............................................................................................ 64
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Contents
Rinsing the milk pipework ..................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the milk pipework ................................................................................... 65
Degreasing the brew unit ...................................................................................... 67
Descaling the machine ....................................................................................... 69
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................72
Messages in the display........................................................................................ 72
Unusual performance of the coffee machine ........................................................ 75
Unsatisfactory results............................................................................................ 79
Problems when heating up or frothing milk........................................................... 80
Replacing the angled connector ........................................................................... 82
After sales service and warranty .......................................................................84
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 85
Electrical connection ..........................................................................................86
Installation............................................................................................................ 87
Building-in and combination options .................................................................... 87
Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 88
Building in the coffee machine .............................................................................. 89
Adjusting the door hinges ..................................................................................... 90
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Warning and Safety instructions
This coffee machine conforms to current safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can, however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before installation and
before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on
the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these Warning and Safety instructions.
Keep the instructions in a safe place and pass them along to any
future owner.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct application
This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.
The coffee machine is not suitable for outdoor use.
The machine is intended only for the preparation of coffee based
drinks such as espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato etc. Any other
usage is at the owner's risk.
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 have been given
supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible
for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Caution! Danger of burning and scalding on the dispensing
spouts.
Children's skin is far more sensitive to high temperatures than that
of adults.
Ensure children do not touch hot surfaces of the coffee machine or
place parts of their body under the dispensing spouts.
Install the coffee machine out of reach of children.
Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
Older children may only use the coffee machine unsupervised if
they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and
understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
Children should be supervised when they are near the coffee
machine. Do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls.
Cleaning may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Remember that coffee and espresso are not suitable drinks for
children.
Risk of suffocation!
Children may be able to wrap themselves in packing material or pull
it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away
from any packing material.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Repairs and installation work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work. Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only
be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.
A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check it for any visible
damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure
that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and
frequency of the household supply. This data must correspond in
order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a
qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly and, where there is any doubt, the
household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified
electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of the coffee machine can only be
guaranteed if it is connected to the mains electrical supply.
Do not connect the machine to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been built in.
If the coffee machine is to be built in above another appliance,
there must be a full-width, closed shelf between them (except in
combination with a built-in Miele plate warming drawer).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Only use the coffee machine in rooms where the ambient
temperature is between +10°C and +38°C.
Do not cover or block the ventilation gaps.
This would prevent adequate ventilation. Condensation can damage
the coffee machine or the furniture housing unit.
Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation around the coffee
machine. Otherwise condensate may form and the appliance or the
furniture unit may be damaged. The ventilation cut-out area in the
furniture unit and the space underneath the ceiling must amount to
at least 200
cm2.
If the coffee machine is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it
may only be used with the furniture door open. This will prevent the
formation of heat and humidity and subsequent damage to the
appliance and/or furniture unit. Do not close the furniture door while
the coffee machine is in use. Ensure the coffee machine has cooled
down completely before closing the furniture door.
Repairs may only be carried out by a Miele authorised service
technician. Repairs by unqualified persons can cause considerable
danger to the user.
Before any repair work is carried out, the appliance must be
completely disconnected from the electricity supply.
The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply
when:
– the mains fuse is disconnected, or
– it is switched off at the circuit breaker, or
– the mains connection cable is disconnected from the power
supply.
Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
Original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety
of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
Never open the outer casing of the machine. Tampering with
electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly
dangerous to the user and can cause operational faults or electric
shock.
Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories
from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated,
and Miele cannot accept liability.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
The dispensing spouts present a danger of burning or
scalding.
The liquids and steam dispensed are very hot.
Please note:
– Keep well away from the area underneath the spouts when hot
liquids and steam are being dispensed.
– Heating surfaces have residual heat after use. Do not touch hot
components.
– Hot liquid or steam could spatter from the nozzles. Ensure that
the central spout is clean and fitted correctly.
– Water in the drip tray can also be very hot. Take care when
emptying it.
Never look directly at the lighting or use optical instruments to
look at it.
Please note the following regarding water:
– Fill the water container only with fresh, cold tap water. Hot or
warm water or other liquids could damage the coffee machine.
– Change the water every day to prevent a build-up of bacteria.
– Do not use mineral water. Mineral water will cause serious
limescale deposits to build up in your machine and damage it.
– Do not use water from reverse osmosis units. The machine could
be damaged.
Only fill the bean container with roasted espresso/coffee beans.
Do not fill the bean container with coffee beans which have been
treated with additives or with ground coffee.
Do not fill the bean container with any type of liquid.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not use green (unroasted) coffee beans or mixtures of coffee
beans which contain green coffee beans. Green coffee beans are
very hard and still contain a certain amount of residual moisture.
These can damage the coffee machine grinder as soon as grinding
begins.
Do not use coffee beans which have been treated with caramel,
sugar or other substances. Sugar will damage the coffee machine.
Only add ground coffee or cleaning tablets to the ground coffee
chute.
Do not use any caramelised ready ground coffee. The sugar in the
coffee will stick to and block the brew unit of the coffee machine.
The cleaning tablets for degreasing the brew unit will not remove this
type of deposit.
Only use milk without additives. Additives in milk usually contain
sugar and this will stick to the milk pipework.
If using cow's milk, only use pasteurised milk to prevent a build-
up of bacteria in the appliance.
Do not place any alcohol mixtures which are alight underneath the
central spout. The flames could ignite plastic components and cause
them to melt.
Do not swing from or hang anything on the appliance door when it
is open as this could damage the hinges on the coffee machine.
The seal on the central spout connector is lubricated with silicone
grease. Try to avoid getting this grease on your clothing when
removing and inserting containers or other components.
The machine must not be used for cleaning objects.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Cleaning and care
It is important to switch off the coffee machine before any
cleaning or maintenance.
Clean the coffee machine and the milk flask before using for the
first time (see "Cleaning and care").
All parts of the milk system need to be cleaned thoroughly and
regularly. Milk contains bacteria which proliferate rapidly with
inadequate cleaning.
Do not clean the machine with a steam cleaner or immerse it in
water as this will damage the machine. Steam or water could reach
the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Avoid spillage on appliance connectors.
Descale the coffee machine regularly depending on the water
hardness level in your area. Descale the machine more frequently in
areas with very hard water. Miele cannot be held liable for damage
arising from insufficient descaling, the use of incorrect descaling
agent or the use of descaling agent which is not of the appropriate
concentration.
Degrease the brew unit regularly with Miele cleaning tablets.
Depending on the natural oil content of the coffee used, the brew
unit can become blocked quite quickly.
Used coffee grounds should be disposed of with the organic
rubbish or on the compost heap. Do not empty them down the sink,
as they could block it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The following applies to appliances with stainless steel surfaces:
Do not adhere stickers, adhesive tape or any other adhesive
materials to stainless steel surfaces. The coating on the stainless
steel surfaces will become damaged and lose its protective
properties against soiling.
Stainless steel scratches very easily and even magnets can cause
damage to the surface.
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Guide to the appliance
Exterior view
a
On/Off sensor
b
Controls and display
c
Door handle
d
Steam and hot water spout
e
Drip tray cover
f
Height-adjustable central spout with lighting
g
Milk flask with lid
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Interior view
Guide to the appliance
h
Ground coffee chute cover
i
Brew unit
j
Ground coffee chute
k
Slide control for the grinder setting
l
Coffee bean container
m
Water container
n
Drip tray with grid
o
Waste container
p
Drip tray inside machine door
q
Central spout connector
r
Service flap
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Controls and display
a
On/Off sensor
Switching the coffee machine on and
off
b
Drink sensors
For making Espresso, Coffee,
Cappuccino or Latte macchiato
c
Further programmes
More drinks such as Long coffee,
Cafè latte, hot milk, milk froth and hot
water,
Maintenance menu
d
Display
Shows information on current activity
or status
e
Back
For returning to the previous menu,
cancelling unwanted actions
f
Arrow sensors
For showing more selection options
in the display and highlighting a
selection
g
OK sensor
For confirming display messages and
saving settings
h
User profiles
Save and manage User profiles
i
Settings
Change settings, show or check
information, see which settings are
currently active
j
Double portion
For dispensing two portions of a
drink
k
Parameters
Settings for checking or altering
coffee preparation
l
Optical interface
(for service technician use only)
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Accessories
These products and other useful
accessories can be ordered via the
Miele webshop or directly from Miele
(see back cover for contact details).
Accessories supplied
– Measuring spoon
For ground coffee
– Milk flask with lid
For storing milk and preparing drinks
with milk
– Cleaning agent for milk pipework
For cleaning the milk system (starter
set)
– 2 cleaning containers (large and
small)
For cleaning and maintenance of the
machine
– Descaling tablets
For descaling the water pipework
(starter set)
– Test strips
For determining the water hardness
level
– Silicone grease
For lubricating the seal on the central
spout connector
Optional accessories
Miele also offers a range of optional
accessories, as well as cleaning and
conditioning products for your coffee
machine.
– Original Miele all purpose
microfibre cloth
For removing finger marks and light
soiling
– Milk flask with lid
For storing milk and preparing drinks
with milk
– Compact lid
For storing the milk flask in the
refrigerator
– Cleaning agent for milk pipework
For cleaning the milk system
– Descaling tablets
For descaling the water pipework
– Cleaning tablets
For degreasing the brew unit
– Silicone grease
For lubricating the seal on the central
spout connector
– Cleaning brush
For cleaning the milk pipework
– Central spout connector cap
Spare part
– Milk pipework elbow connector
Spare part
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Using for the first time
Before using the coffee machine for
the first time, please read these
instructions and make yourself
familiar with the appliance and its
controls.
Before using for the first time
Install the coffee machine and
connect it to the electricity supply
(see "Electrical connection" and
"Installation").
Remove any protective foil from the
front of the machine.
Clean the appliance thoroughly
before filling it with water and coffee
beans (see "Cleaning and care").
Switching on for the first time
When the coffee machine is switched
on for the first time, you will be asked to
set the following settings:
– Language and country
Selecting a language
Use the arrow sensors to
highlight the required language.
Then touch OK.
Use the arrow sensors to
highlight the required country.
Then touch OK.
The setting is now saved.
Setting the time of day
Touch the arrow sensors until the
time of day appears.
Then touch OK.
The setting is now saved.
Set the date
Use the arrow sensors until the
current date is set.
Touch OK to confirm the year, month
and day.
The setting is now saved.
– Date
– Time of day
– Display (time display)
Touch the On/Off sensor.
"Miele - Willkommen" appears briefly in
the display.
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Using for the first time
Display
You can choose one of the following
options:
– On: The time and date are always
visible in the display when the
appliance is switched off.
– Off: The display is dark when the
machine is switched off.
– Night dimming: The date and the time
are only displayed between the hours
of 5:00 and 23:00.
Use the arrow sensors to
highlight the required language.
Touch OK.
Depending on the setting selected, the
coffee machine may use more energy.
A message will appear in the display
to inform you of this.
The coffee machine is now successfully
set up for use.
Fill the water container with fresh,
cold tap water.
Water hardness
The water hardness level indicates how
much calcium is dissolved in the water.
The higher the calcium content, the
harder the water, and the harder the
water, the more often the coffee
machine will need to be descaled.
The coffee machine measures the
amount of water and steam used.
Depending on the level of water
hardness set, more or fewer drinks can
be dispensed before the appliance
needs to be descaled.
Programme the coffee machine to the
water hardness level of your area so
that it functions correctly and does not
get damaged. At the correct time a
prompt will then appear in the display
to descale the appliance.
The machine has four programmable
levels:
Water hardness Water
0 - 8.4 °dH
(0 -1.5 mmol/l)
8.4 - 14 °dH
(1.5 - 2.5 mmol/l)
14 - 21 °dH
(2.5 - 3.7mmol/l)
> 21°dH
(> 3.7mmol/l)
hardness
level in
your area
Soft Soft 1
Medium Medium 2
Hard Hard 3
Hard Very hard 4
Setting (water
hardness
level)
The machine is programmed ex-works
to hardness level 3.
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Using for the first time
Measuring water hardness
You can measure the water hardness
yourself using the enclosed test strip.
Alternatively, your local water authority
will be able to tell you the hardness of
water in your area.
Dip the test strip in your drinking
water for approximatelyonesecond,
then shake off any excess water. The
result will be evident after about
aminute.
Setting the water hardness level
Touch .
Use the arrow sensors to select
Water hardness and touch OK.
Use the arrow sensors to
highlight the required water hardness.
Then touch OK.
The setting is now saved.
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Operating principles
Miele
Select drink
Settings
Time
Date
Language
To operate the coffee machine, touch
the sensors with your finger.
When the following appears in the
display, you are in the drinks menu:
To prepare a drink, select a coffee blend
and touch one of the drink sensors.
You can find more drinks in the Further
programmes menu.
Selecting a menu and navigating within a menu
To select a menu, touch the relevant
sensor. You will then be able to start an
action or change settings in the menu.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
Leaving the menu or cancelling an action
To exit the current menu, touch "Back"
.
A bar on the right-hand side indicates
that further options or text are available.
Use the arrow sensors to show
these.
The setting which is currently selected
will have a tick beside it.
If you want to select an option, touch
the arrow sensors until the option
you want is highlighted.
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Filling the water container
Change the water every day to
prevent a build-up of bacteria.
Only use cold, fresh tap water to fill
the water container.
Hot or warm water or other liquids
can damage the coffee machine.
Do not use mineral water. Mineral
water will cause serious limescale
deposits to build up in your machine
and damage it.
Open the appliance door.
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Pull the water container out to
remove it.
Remove the lid and fill the water
container with fresh, cold tap water
up to the "max." marker.
Push the water container into the
machine until it clicks into place.
If the water container is a little high or
not pushed in all the way, check
whether the surface that the water
container sits on is dirty. If the water
container is not sitting correctly, the
drainage valve will not be sealed.
Clean the surface if necessary.
Filling the coffee bean container
Fill the coffee bean container with
roasted coffee or espresso beans if you
want to use freshly ground coffee beans
for each cup of espresso or coffee.
Alternatively, you can make coffee or
espresso with ready ground coffee (see
"Making coffee or espresso using ready
ground coffee").
Important! Risk of damage to the
grinder.
Only put roasted coffee or espresso
beans in the container. Anything
else, including ground coffee, will
damage the grinder.
Do not fill the bean container with
any type of liquid.
Important! Sugar damages the coffee
machine.
Do not use coffee beans that have
been treated with sugar, caramel, or
other substances and do not put
liquids containing sugar in the coffee
bean container.
Do not use green (unroasted) coffee
beans or mixtures of coffee beans
which contain green coffee beans.
Green coffee beans are very hard
and still contain a certain amount of
residual moisture. These can
damage the coffee machine grinder
as soon as grinding begins.
Useful tip: You can use a nut or seed
grinder to grind green coffee beans.
These types of grinder generally have a
rotating stainless steel blade. You can
then add the ground green coffee
portion by portion to the ground coffee
chute and make the desired coffee
drink (see "Making drinks with ready
ground coffee").
Pull out the coffee bean container.
Push back the lid and fill the
container with coffee beans.
Slide the lid back into place.
Push the coffee bean container back
into the coffee machine and close the
appliance door.
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Switching the coffee machine on and off
Switching on
When the coffee machine is switched
on, it heats up and rinses the pipework.
This not only cleans the pipework, but
also warms it before coffee is prepared.
If the coffee machine still has an
operating temperature which is higher
than 60°C, rinsing will not take place.
Touch the On/Off sensor.
The appliance will begin rinsing after
the heating-up phase. Hot water will
come out of the central spout.
You can now prepare drinks.
Useful tip: Tip: If you do not want the
water from the rinsing process to flow
into the drip tray, place a suitable
container (e.g. the small cleaning
container) underneath the central spout
before preparing the first coffee of the
day.
Switching off
Touch the On/Off sensor.
If coffee has been dispensed, the coffee
machine will rinse the coffee pipework
automatically before switching off.
Switching off for longer periods of time
If the coffee machine is not going to be
used for a longer period of time, e.g.
whilst on holiday:
Empty the drip tray, the waste
container and the water container.
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Clean all components thoroughly,
including the brew unit, the central
spout connector and the small drip
tray located inside the door.
Switch off the appliance.
If the appliance door is to be left
open for a long time, it is advisable
to switch off at the wall or the fuse to
save energy.
Adjusting the central spout to the correct cup height
You can adjust the central spout to suit
the height of the cup you are using so
that the coffee or espresso will not cool
down as quickly and the crema will
have a better consistency.
Pull the central spout down until it is
at the same level as the rim of the
cup.
Alternatively, push the central spout
up until there is enough room to fit a
larger cup or mug underneath.
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Making drinks
The dispensing spouts present a
danger of burning or scalding.
The liquids and steam dispensed are
very hot.
Keep well away from the area
underneath the spouts when hot
liquids and steam are being
dispensed.
Do not touch hot components.
The following drinks can be made:
– Espresso is a strong, aromatic
coffee with a thick hazelnut brown
coloured layer of froth - known as the
crema - on top.
When making espresso, use
espresso roasted coffee beans.
– Coffee differs from espresso by
the increased amount of water and
the roast of the beans.
Use coffee beans of the correct roast
to make coffee.
– Long coffee is a coffee with
considerably more water.
Making a coffee drink
Place a cup under the central spout.
Touch the sensor for the drink you
want:
Espresso
Coffee
in Further programmes: Long coffee
The coffee or espresso will be
dispensed from the central spout into
the cup.
To ensure that any coffee residues
from the factory testing process are
removed from the brewing system,
please throw away the first two cups
of coffee when using the coffee
machine for the first time.
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