Saeco
International Group S.p.A.
Via Torretta, 240
I-40041 Gaggio Montano, Bologna
Tel: + 39 0534 771111
Fax: + 39 0534 31025
www.saeco.com
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the features of the product without prior notice. Le producteur se réserve le droit d“apporter toutes modifications sans préavis.
© Saeco International Group S.p.A.
Type SUP031OR Cod.15000724 Rev.00 del 28-08-06
Operation and maintenance manual
Before using the machine, please read the attached operating instructions. Carefully read the safety rules
Mode d'emploi
Veuillez lire attentivement le mode d'emploi (notamment les consignes de sécurité) avant d'utiliser l'appareil.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
1Read all instructions and information in this instruction book and any other literature included in this carton referring to this product before operating or using this appliance.
2Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
4Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
6Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any way. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service centre for examination, repair or adjustment.
7The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
8Do not use outdoors.
9Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11Always turn appliance “OFF”, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn switch to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
12Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.
13Use extreme caution when using hot steam.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service centre. Do not immerse machine in water. To reduce the risk of fire 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.
1Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate corresponds with your voltage.
2Never use warm or hot water to fill the water tank. Use cold water only.
3Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the appliance during operation.
4Never clean with scrubbing powders or harsh cleaners. Simply use a soft cloth dampened with water.
5For optimal taste of your coffee, use purified or bottled water. Periodic descaling is still recommended every 2-3 months.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD
AA short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks of tangling or tripping over a longer cord.
BLonger extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
CIf a long extension cord is used:
1the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding type
3the cord should not hang from the table to avoid the risk of tangling or tripping.
4 CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................................................................ |
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APPLIANCE....................................................................................................................... |
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ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................................................. |
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INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................. |
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STARTING THE MACHINE............................................................................................................................. |
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“AQUA PRIMA” FILTER................................................................................................................................... |
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CONTROL PANEL............................................................................................................. |
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ADJUSTMENTS .............................................................................................................. |
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COFFEE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PER CUP.............................................................................................. |
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"AROMA" (OPTI-DOSE) INDICATES THE COFFEE DOSE PER CUP........................................................ |
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DRIP TRAY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................ |
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COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................. |
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COFFEE BREWING ........................................................................................................ |
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HOT WATER DISPENSING............................................................................................. |
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CAPPUCCINO................................................................................................................. |
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DESCALING .................................................................................................................... |
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................... |
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HOW TO CLEAN THE MACHINE ................................................................................................................. |
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CLEANING THE BREW GROUP .................................................................................................................. |
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TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................... |
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SAFETY RULES.............................................................................................................. |
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TECHNICAL DATA........................................................................................................... |
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This coffee machine is suitable for preparing espresso coffee using coffee beans, and it is equipped with a device to dispense steam and hot water.
The machine is designed for domestic use only and is not suitable for heavy or professional use.
Warning: no liability is assumed for any damage caused by:
•incorrect use not in accordance with the intended uses;
•repairs not carried out by authorized customer service centres;
•tampering with the power cable;
•tampering with any part of the machine;
•the use of non-original spare parts and accessories;
•failure to descale the machine or use at temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
IN THESE CASES, THE WARRANTY IS NOT VALID.
THE WARNING TRIANGLE INDICATES ALL IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER’S SAFETY. PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURIES!
HOW TO USE THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and make them available to anyone else who may use the coffee machine. For further information or in case of problems, please refer to any authorized service centre.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
6 APPLIANCE
Coffee bean hopper
Cup stacking surface
Control panel
Dispensing head
Drip tray + grill and fl oat
Hot water / steam knob
Coffee bean hopper cover
Power button
Service door
Coffee grounds drawer
Hot water / steam spout
Water tank
Brew Group |
Drip tray |
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Socket for power cable
ACCESSORIES
Grinder adjustment key |
“Aqua Prima” |
Power cable |
Cleaning brush |
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water fi lter (optional) |
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INSTALLATION 7
STARTING THE MACHINE
Make sure the power button is not pressed and the machine is turned off. Check the machine features on the label on the bottom of the appliance.
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Lift the cover of the coffee bean |
Fill the container with coffee |
hopper. |
beans. Close the cover placing |
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it correctly on the hopper. |
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Fill the tank with fresh drinking |
Insert the plug into the socket |
water up to the MAX level. |
located in the rear panel of the |
Reinsert the tank. |
machine and insert the other |
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Remove the water tank.
We recommend installing the
“Aqua Prima” water fi lter (see page 8).
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Firmly push down the power button to turn on the machine. The machine performs a selftest.
The machine automatically primes the circuit. If this operation is not completed, proceed manually as described from step 7 to 12.
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Place a container beneath the steam spout.
Press the water button. The |
Turn the knob until |
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position is reached. |
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Wait until a steady fl ow of water comes out of the spout.
Turn the knob until it is in the rest position (
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Press the water button again. The indicator light turns off. Remove the container. The machine is ready for use.
When the correct temperature is reached, the machine performs a rinse cycle of the internal circuits. A small amount of water is dispensed; during this phase, the lights fl ash counterclockwise. Wait for this cycle to be completed.
“AQUA PRIMA” WATER FILTER (OPTIONAL)
To improve the quality of the water you use, it is recommended to install the “Aqua Prima” fi lter. Before using it, leave the fi lter immersed in the tank for 30 minutes.
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Remove the “Aqua Prima” fi lter |
Insert the fi lter in the empty tank. |
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Place a container beneath the steam |
Fill the tank again with fresh |
spout. Dispense the water in the |
drinking water. |
tank using the hot water function |
The machine is ready for use. |
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Fill the tank with fresh water. Let the fi lter soak for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes discard the water in the tank and refi ll with fresh water.
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Alarm light to empty the coffee grounds drawer:
•permanently on: signals the need to empty the grounds drawer; this operation must be performed with the machine turned on (steps 4 and 5, page 17).
Coffee dose adjusting knob (see page 10).
Coffee button:
•slow fl ash:1 coffee has been selected (the button has been pushed once).
•quick fl ash: 2 coffees have been selected (the button has been pushed twice).
Hot water button:
• off: steam function is selected
• on: hot water function is selected
Ground coffee quantity button (Opti-dose) (see page 10).
Alarm light:
•permanently on (one or more events): signals the machine is out of coffee, that the water tank is empty, or the drip tray is full.
•on and slowly fl ashing (one or more events): signals that the Brew Group is not inserted, the grounds drawer is not inserted, the cover of the coffee hopper is not closed, the service door is open.
•on and quickly fl ashing: signals the need to prime the water circuit.
Descaling light:
• on and fl ashing: signals the need to perform a descaling cycle (see page 15).
Machine ready light:
•permanently on: signals that the machine is ready for use.
•on and fl ashing: signals that the machine is warming up.
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lights fl ash alternately, switch off the machine and turn it on again after 30 seconds. If this signal appears again, contact the customer service centre.
10 ADJUSTMENTS
COFFEE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PER CUP
The coffee volume knob adjusts the |
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This adjustment has an immediate effect |
Medium coffee |
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Espresso coffee |
Long coffee |
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"AROMA" |
INDICATES THE COFFEE DOSE PER CUP |
By pressing key, it is possible to choose either a mild, a medium or
a strong coffee. The coffee intensity is adjusted by setting the coffee quantity to be ground.
Mild aroma
Medium aroma
Strong aroma
DRIP TRAY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The drip tray is height-adjustable to fi t different sized cups.
To adjust the drip tray, lift it or lower it manually until it reaches the desired height.
Note: a red fl oat is visible in the tray; when it lifts, the tray must be drained.
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COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT
The machine enables a slight adjustment of the coffee grinder. Coffee may be ground according to your own tastes.
The adjustment must be performed turning the pin – located inside the coffee container – by means of the supplied key only.
Turn the pin one setting at a time and brew 2-3 cups of coffee; the change in the grind will be noticeable after a couple of cycles.
The references located inside the container indicate the grind setting.
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COARSE GRIND |
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Adjust the drip tray according to the height of the cup(s).
Place one cup if you want one coffee only.
Place two cups if you want two coffees.
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Adjust the quantity of coffee by |
Press the central button: |
The machine automatically |
turning the knob. Select the aroma |
once for 1 coffee |
starts brewing coffee. When the |
by pushing the button one or more |
twice for 2 coffees |
machine has fi nished brewing, |
times (see page 10). |
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remove the cup(s). |
HOT WATER DISPENSING |
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HOT WATER DISPENSING
Dispensing may be preceded by short sprays of hot water, and scalding is possible. The hot water/steam spout may reach high temperatures: do not touch it with bare hands. Use
the appropriate handle only.
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Adjust the height of the drip tray.
Place a container beneath the steam spout.
Press the button to select the hot water function. The hot water light will turn on.
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Turn the knob until |
Wait for the container to be |
Turn the |
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position is reached. |
fi lled with the desired quantity |
rest position |
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of water. |
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Press the hot water button. |
Remove the container. |
14 CAPPUCCINO
CAPPUCCINO
Dispensing may be preceded by short sprays of hot water, and scalding is possible. The 
hot water/steam spout may reach high temperatures: do not touch it with bare hands. Use
the appropriate handle only.
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Adjust the height of the drip tray. |
Fill 1/3 of the cup with cold milk. |
Immerse the steam spout in the milk.
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Turn the knob until the position is reached.
Froth the milk by gently rotating the container.
Turn the knob until it is in the rest position (
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When the spout has cooled down, disassemble it and wash it carefully.
After frothing the milk, brew coffee into the cup for a creamy cappuccino.
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