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Table of contents

Connection to the mains supply 20
Familiarisation 20
Important safety instructions 20
Cafissimo capsule system 22
How it works 22
The capsule 22
Start-up 23
Before using for the first time 23
Making filter coffee, caffè crema or espresso 24
Adjusting coffee strength by modifying the amount of water used 25
Individual adjustments to the coffee strength 25
Reverting to factory settings 26
Generating frothy milk 26
Brewing and frothing temperatures or heating up/cooling down the unit 27
Steam button accidentally pressed? 27
Rapid cool-down 27
Hot water 27
Recipes for speciality coffees 27
Cappuccino 28
Espresso macchiato 28
Latte macchiato 28
Coffee mocha 28
Control-panel lights and beep signals – what they mean 29
Beep signals - overview 29
Lights - overview 30
Bleeding the system 31
Cleaning 31
Descaling 32
Troubleshooting 34
Disposal 35
Guarantee 35

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Dear Customer,

Before using the appliance, the user should read the following instructions carefully.

Connection to the mains supply

The appliance should only be connected to an earthed socket installed in accordance with
the regulations.
Make sure that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage marked on the rating label
of the appliance. This product complies with all binding CE labelling directives.

Familiarisation

1. Control panel

2. Front cover

3. Capsule holder

4. Operating lever

5. Drip tray with drainer

6. Water tank lid

7. Water tank

8. Rotary control for steam and hot water

9. Steam tube

10. Fold-down tray for small cups

11. Ribbed ring on inner sleeve

12. Frothing nozzle

Control panel

13. On/Off switch

14. ‘Water tank empty’ warning

15. Filter coffee button (blue)

16. Caffè crema button (yellow)

17. Espresso button (black)

18. Steam generator On/Off

Important safety instructions

Application

This appliance is designed for

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making filter coffee, caffè crema and espresso, using Tchibo Cafissimo capsules,

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frothing milk,

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dispensing hot water.
This appliance is only intended for domestic use and not for commercial applications.
No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these
instructions are not complied with.

Risk for children/adults

● This appliance is not intended for use by any person (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, unless

they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

● Keep children well away from packaging materials, where there might be a risk of

suffocation.

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Caution: risk of electric shock

● To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in

water.

● Do not operate the appliance outdoors.

● Always position the appliance in such a way that children cannot reach it.

● Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.

● Before the appliance is used, the main unit as well as any attachment fitted should be

checked thoroughly for any defects. Should the appliance, for instance, have been

dropped onto a hard surface, it must no longer be used: even invisible damage may have

adverse effects on the operational safety of the appliance.

● The power cord should be regularly examined for any signs of damage. In the event of

such damage being found, the appliance must no longer be used.

● In order to comply with safety regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical

appliances must be carried out by qualified personnel, including the replacement of the

power cord. If repairs are needed, please send the appliance to one of our customer

service departments. The addresses can be found in the appendix to this manual.

● Remove the plug from the wall socket

- before removing or fitting the water tank,

- when filling the tank with water,

- every time after use,

- in case of any malfunction,

- if the appliance is not being used for an extended period of time,

- before cleaning.

Caution:

risk of scalding/burns

● Caution: steam as well as hot water can cause severe burns. Protect your body and body

parts at all times from contact with escaping steam or hot water. Do not touch any hot

parts of the appliance (e.g. steam tube). Do not use the steam or frothing functions

unless a suitable container has been placed under the frothing nozzle.

● Caution: do not unlock the operating lever (upper position) to remove the capsule

holder.

Caution: risk of injuries

● The capsule holder as well as its cradle each contain a sharp spike, which pierces the

capsule from above and below when it is inserted. Do not touch these spikes. If you need

to move the unit, always hold it by its exterior housing.

Caution: material damage

● To protect the housing from melting or damage, do not store the unit on or near hot

surfaces (e.g. oven plates) or near heaters.

● Always place the unit on a level surface, impervious to water and heat.

● The unit has non-slip feet. As most kitchen work-surfaces are coated with various

lacquer or plastic materials which are then treated with numerous cleaning agents, it

cannot be completely ruled out that some of those materials contain substances which

may react with the feet, i.e. soften them up. To prevent this, a suitable non-slip mat

should be placed under the appliance.

● The unit must not be subjected to temperatures below 1°C, as the remaining water inside

the system could freeze and cause damage.

● Fill the tank with cold tap water only. Always use fresh water. Do not use carbonated

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mineral waters or similarly unsuitable liquids.

● The appliance should be descaled on a regular basis, as described in the section

‘Descaling’.

● When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip

the plug itself.

● The power cord should be kept well away from sharp edges and heat sources of any kind.

● The power cord should be routed in such a way that no one can accidentally trip over it.

Cafissimo capsule-system

This appliance is based on a single-cup system, using aroma-fresh Tchibo coffee capsules.
Each cup is therefore brewed separately and has its own fresh, aromatic flavour.
The ready-packed and specially sealed capsules contain single coffee portions and are
available in different varieties:

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filter coffee

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caffè Crema

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espresso
They are available at any Tchibo outlet.
The colour of the capsules corresponds to the colour-coding of the different selector buttons
on the unit, allowing the user to select the desired type of coffee.

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blue = Filter coffee

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yellow = Caffè Crema

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black = Espresso
Each button represents the different brewing pressure used to force water through the
capsule. The particular pressure helps to develop the unique character and taste of the type
of coffee selected. Normal filter coffee is brewed with a relatively low pressure, while caffè
crema and espresso require a medium and high pressure respectively. The appliance
operates with a maximum pump pressure of 15 bar.
Note: the bottom of the espresso capsule looks slightly different from the other two. Also,
with all three types of coffee, some residual coffee grounds will remain in the cup. This is
perfectly normal and not a defect.

How it works

When the operating lever is pulled down, the capsule holder containing the capsule is
pushed up into the appliance, causing the top and bottom of the capsule to be pierced. The
resulting holes are necessary for the water to pass through the capsule during the brewing
process.
To ensure that each type of coffee is brewed with the right pressure, the unit has separate
selector buttons for each.
The brewing process starts as the selector button for the desired type is pressed. Hot water is
pressure-forced through the upper hole in the capsule and exits through the bottom hole
straight into the cup placed underneath. Your filter coffee, caffè crema or espresso is now
ready.
The capsules must be inserted as they are:

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do not pull the lid off

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do not puncture.

The capsule

The capsules offer variety as well as aromatic freshness.
The advantages at a glance:

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hermetically sealed for aromatic freshness

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pre-measured portions

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directly ready for use

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quick and clean preparation

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various tastes available

Start-up

Before using for the first time

Unpacking and setting up the unit

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Unpack the unit and remove all adhesive tapes. The capsule holder

is packed separately. Always place the unit on a level surface,

impervious to water and heat.

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Place the capsule-holder in its cradle and pull the operating lever all

the way down.

Preparing the unit

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Turn the rotary control clockwise as far as it will go to ensure that

the frothing nozzle is closed.

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Check that the frothing nozzle is properly and securely fitted. The

ribbed ring on the inner sleeve must be secured hand-tight by

turning it to the left.

Filling the tank with water

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Remove the water tank by lifting it straight out.

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Fill the tank up to the Max-mark with clean, cold tap water. Do not use carbonated

mineral waters or similarly unsuitable liquids.

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Replace the water tank and push it down to ensure that the valve in

the bottom is open.

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To facilitate filling or cleaning the tank, the small lid can be taken

off. To replace or remove the lid, bring it up in a vertical position

and then slide it down or pull it out of the guide pegs.

Filling the system with water

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Insert the plug into a suitable wall outlet.

The unit has a power-cord storage compartment which can be used

for any excess length of the cord. Always push the cord down at the

exit cut-out in order to grip it safely.

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Use the On/Off switch to turn the unit on. All selector buttons as

well as the ‘Water tank empty’ display start flashing.

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Place a suitable container underneath the frothing nozzle. Turn the

rotary control anti-clockwise all the way.

The pump will now force water into the internal circuit system. The noise generated by

the pump is initially quite distinct, but will decrease as the system fills with water.

Once the system is sufficiently filled, a little excess water will be emitted through the

nozzle into the container placed underneath, and the pump will automatically stop. Once

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the process is complete, only the On/Off switch is lit.

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Close the rotary control by turning it clockwise all the way and pour away the excess

water.

The start-up procedure is now complete and the unit will automatically switch to the

heat-up mode, indicated by the flashing On/Off switch.

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If desired, the appliance can now be switched off by pressing the On/Off switch.

Making filter coffee, caffè crema or espresso

Before you start

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Each capsule contains the right amount for one cup of filter coffee, caffè crema or

espresso.

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The unit is pre-set to deliver the following amounts of water:

filter coffee: 125 ml

caffè crema: 125 ml

espresso: 50 ml

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The strength of the coffee can be adjusted to your personal taste. The ex-factory pre-

setting for the quantity of coffee delivered can be adjusted for each type of coffee

individually. It is therefore your choice whether you prefer more or less water per cup

and capsule. For more information, refer to the section ‘Adjusting coffee strength by

modifying the amount of water used’.

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Filter coffee and espresso taste best when drunk from a pre-heated cup. Fill the cup

temporarily with hot water while the filter coffee or espresso is being prepared.

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If the unit is already pre-heated, a capsule should not be left inserted but unused, as the

coffee aroma might suffer from the heat.

Bleeding the system after extended periods of non-use

If the appliance has not been used for more than 2-3 days, stale water and some air will have
accumulated in the system. In this case, fill the tank with fresh water and let one cup of water
run through (see section ‘Bleeding the system’ or ‘Short instructions’).
With daily use of the appliance, this process is not necessary.

Replenishing water

The water in the tank must be replenished as necessary:

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Remove the plug from the wall outlet. Take out the tank and fill it with clean, cold tap

water observing the Max-marking.

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Replace the water tank and push it down to ensure that the valve in the bottom is open.

Reconnect the plug.

Brewing coffee

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Press the On/Off switch, which starts flashing, and pre-heating starts. As soon as the

On/Off switch and the colour-coded selector buttons are permanently lit, a brief beep is

heard and the appliance is ready.

Note: during pre-heating, occasional drops of water may drip from the capsule-holder.

This is perfectly normal and is no reason for concern.

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Push the operating lever upwards to unlock the capsule-holder and bring the holder to a

slightly lower position. Pull the holder forward and out of the appliance.

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Load the capsule into the holder.

Important: the capsule must be undamaged: do not puncture it, and do not pull the lid

off.

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Place the capsule-holder in its cradle and pull the operating lever down all the way.

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Depending on the size of the cup to be filled, place the cup either

directly in the centre of the drainer or on the small fold-down tray.

In the down position, this tray is used for small cups. In its closed

position, it is held in place by a magnet.

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Press the selector button matching the colour of the inserted

capsule. The button to be pressed (i.e. the type of coffee selected)

depends on the colour of the inserted capsule. If e.g. a yellow

capsule was loaded, the yellow button (for caffè crema) must be

pressed.

Once the appropriate button is pressed, it starts flashing and brewing starts. The coffee

selected is delivered straight into the cup.

Once the brewing cycle is complete, the colour-coded selector buttons will be

permanently lit again. In addition, a beep signal is heard approx. 5 seconds after brewing

is finished.

You can now enjoy your freshly brewed coffee.

After use

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Push the operating lever upwards.

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Remove the capsule-holder. To catch any drips of water, a plate or similar object can be

held underneath.

Turn the capsule-holder upside down over a garbage bin and drop the capsule out.

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If no more coffee is to be brewed for the moment, press the On/Off switch to turn the

appliance off.

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Replace the capsule-holder, but leave the operating lever in its upper (i.e. unlocked)

position to avoid unnecessary strain on the unit.

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Clean the capsule-holder as described in the section ‘Cleaning’.

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Check the drip tray for accumulated liquid and pour away if any is found.
Note: do not leave used capsules in the appliance. As with ordinary coffee or other food,
moist coffee grounds can turn mouldy. If a used capsule has been left sitting in the unit for
several days, clean the capsule-holder as described, and , in addition, carefully clean the
spike in the capsule-holder cradle (Caution: take care when doing this).

Automatic switch-off

The unit comes with an automatic switch-off feature. If no input is received from any button
or the rotary control, the appliance will automatically switch off. Auto switch-off is indicated
by a beep signal.
This safety function also helps to conserve energy. We recommend that you switch off the
appliance each time after use.

Adjusting coffee strength by modifying the amount of water used

The factory settings of the amount of water to be used for a particular capsule can be
modified, enabling the user to adjust the coffee level, stronger or weaker, according to taste.
Please note that, for each type of coffee, only one individual setting can be chosen.

Individual adjustments to the coffee strength

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance on. The switch starts flashing. The unit is

ready for use as soon as all three selector buttons are permanently on.

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Load a capsule of the type of coffee where you would like to adjust the amount of water,

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e.g. filter coffee/blue capsule.

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Push the operating lever down.

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Place the cup directly on the drainer.

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Press and hold the selector button matching the colour of the capsule.

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Release the button once the desired amount has been delivered into the cup. This

amount is now stored in the unit’s memory.

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Check whether the coffee is now to your taste and, if necessary, repeat the procedure.
Note: the amount may be adjusted for an infinite number of times.

Reverting to factory settings

After the settings for one or several types of coffee have been changed, the original factory
settings can still be recalled.

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance off.

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Keep the black and the blue selector buttons pressed and turn the unit on.

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Release both buttons.
The original factory settings are now operational again.

Generating frothy milk

Hints for successfully frothing milk

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The milk should be well chilled.

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According to taste, milk with a fat content not exceeding 3.5% should be used.

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Warm milk is difficult to froth.

Generating steam

Steam is required for frothing milk.

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance on.

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Press the button with the steam symbol. The button starts flashing and the unit starts

generating steam. As soon as the button is permanently lit, a short beep signal is heard

and the unit is ready to dispense steam.

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Hold a heat-proof container (with a handle) under the frothing nozzle. Turn the rotary

control slowly anti-clockwise. A little water will be emitted.

Note: the steam may initially be dispensed in short pulses. This is perfectly normal and is

no reason for concern.

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Once no more water is emitted and only steam comes out, turn the rotary control

clockwise.

The unit is now ready for preparing the frothed milk.

Frothing milk

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Fill a suitable jug to one third with cold milk.

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Hold the container under the frothing nozzle so that it is deeply submerged.

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Turn the rotary control slowly anti-clockwise while turning the jug with a circular

motion, making sure that the nozzle stays completely submerged in the milk.

As soon as the milk appears to be sufficiently frothy, close the rotary control by turning

it clockwise.
The frothy foam is now ready for use.

After the frothing process – releasing steam

To ensure that no air can accumulate in the system, and also in order to flush the frothing

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nozzle, proceed as follows:

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Press the steam button to turn the steam function off. The steam and espresso buttons

start flashing.

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Hold a heat-proof container under the frothing nozzle.

To prevent hot water splashes, we recommend that you put some water into the

container first before submerging the nozzle.

Turn the rotary control slowly anti-clockwise as far as it will go. Steam followed by hot

water will be emitted from the nozzle.

After a short while, the selector buttons light up permanently, the steam button light

goes out and a short beep signal is heard.

Close the rotary control by turning it clockwise.

The nozzle has now been flushed, the unit has cooled down and it is now ready to make

coffee again.

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance off.

Cleaning the frothing nozzle

Do not wait too long before cleaning the steam tube and nozzle; internal deposits in these
components are difficult to remove at a later time (see section ‘Cleaning’).

Brewing and frothing temperatures or heating up / cooling down the unit

Brewing coffee or espresso requires lower temperatures than those required for the steam
function for frothing milk.
When the steam button is pressed, the unit will take around a minute to bring the
temperature up from the brewing level to that required for generating steam.

Steam button pressed accidentally?

Should the steam button have been accidentally pressed, the steam function can be
deactivated by pressing the button again. It is possible, however, that the temperature level
has already increased to such a degree that you may have to wait up to 15 minutes for the
system to cool down to regular brewing temperature.

Rapid cool-down

The cooling-down process can be accelerated considerably down to approximately 20 to 30
seconds. Simply proceed as described in the previous section ‘Generating frothy milk’, ‘After
the frothing process – under releasing steam’.

Hot water

This function is useful for e.g. pre-heating espresso cups or for dispensing hot water for tea.

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance on. The switch starts flashing. As soon as

the selector buttons are permanently on, a beep signal is heard and the unit is ready to

dispense water

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Place or hold a suitable container under the frothing nozzle.

Turn the rotary control slowly anti-clockwise as far as it will go. Hot water will be

delivered from the frothing nozzle straight into the container.

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When the desired amount has been drawn, turn the rotary control all the way back

clockwise.

Recipes for coffee specialities

The following section lists some recipes for speciality coffees

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cappuccino

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espresso macchiato

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latte macchiato

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coffee mocha
All these speciality coffees are based on the use of frothy milk and freshly brewed espresso,
the preparation of which has been previously described. Hints and recipes follow.

Cappuccino

Ingredients:

1 black espresso capsule (50 ml)
50 to 80 ml whole milk (unskimmed)
Cocoa powder for decoration

Preparation:

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Draw a freshly brewed espresso into a pre-heated espresso or cappuccino cup.

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Froth the milk until sufficient foam has formed.

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Top up the espresso with liquid hot milk.

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Use a tablespoon to add a milk frothy head to the espresso.

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Sprinkle some cocoa powder on the frothy head and serve the cappuccino right away.

Espresso macchiato

Ingredients:

1 black espresso capsule (50 ml)
1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk (unskimmed)

Preparation:

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Draw a freshly brewed espresso into a pre-heated espresso or cappuccino cup.

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Froth the milk until sufficient foam has formed.

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Add a few single tablespoons of frothy milk to the espresso to give it a flecked (ital.

‘macchiato’) appearance.

Latte macchiato

Ingredients:

1 black espresso capsule (50 ml)
100 to 120 ml whole milk (unskimmed)

Preparation:

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Fill a tall, slim glass to just over half with cold milk. Ensure that the glass fits under the

capsule-holder.

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Start frothing the milk in the glass until it is sufficiently warm and a nice head of foam

has developed. (To cool down the unit quickly for making espresso, follow the

instructions on page 27.)

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Allow the espresso to be delivered straight into the glass. The typical layered effect will

develop automatically.

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Serve the glass with a long spoon for stirring.

Coffee mocha

Ingredients:

1 black espresso capsule (50 ml)

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100 to 120 ml whole milk (unskimmed)
20-30 ml chocolate syrup
Cocoa powder for decoration

Preparation:

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Draw a freshly brewed coffee into a pre-heated mug.

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Add chocolate syrup to taste and stir.

Hint: if chocolate syrup is not available, you can use cocoa powder mixed with sugar.

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Froth the milk until sufficient foam has formed.

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Top up the mug with hot milk and add a nice head of frothy milk foam.

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Sprinkle some cocoa powder on the frothy head.

Control panel lights and beep signals – what they mean

Each button uses an integral light to inform you of the present status of the unit. There are
also beep signals.
The tables below give a brief, clear definition of the meaning of single or multiple buttons
flashing or being permanently lit, as well as that of the long or short beep signals.

Beep signals - overview

Heating up / cooling down period complete

5 seconds after brewing (valve closed)

Automatic switch-off after approx. 2 hours of non-use

Water level falls below 50ml during operation, or is below 200 ml (the
Min mark) after use
Descaling programme:
replenish the water in the tank
Descaling is complete

Meaning of the symbols:

1 short signal 1 long signal 2 long signals

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Indicator lights – overview

Unit heats up to brewing temperature

Unit ready to make coffee

Brewing in progress appropriate

button flashing

Unit heats up for generating steam

Unit ready to dispense steam

Unit cools down to brewing temperature after
steam function
Initial bleeding

Replenishing water

Water level falls below Min during operation

Descaling programme: waiting for the cleaning
phase to begin (capsule-holder or steam valve open,
water tank empty, no button input)
Descaling programme: Waiting for the flushing
phase to begin (capsule-holder or steam valve open,
water tank empty, no button input)
Descaling programme: Lights flashing

consecutively

cleaning phase right to left
flushing phase left to right
Malfunction

Meaning of the symbols:

light off light permanently on

flashing depending on the water level

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Bleeding the system

If the appliance has not been used for more than 2-3 days, stale water and some air will
accumulate in the system.
On rare occasions air may have been drawn into the system while frothing milk. In this case,
the next coffee to be brewed will be very strong, as too little water is passing through.
In either case, proceed as follows to bleed the system:

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Fill the tank with clean, cold tap water, observing the Max mark.

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Press the On/Off switch to turn the appliance on. The switch starts flashing.

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Place a suitable container under the frothing nozzle and turn the rotary control anti-

clockwise until water is emitted from the frothing nozzle into the container.

If the unit is already pre-heated, some steam will be dispensed first, before water is

emitted.

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As soon as the container is filled with water, turn the rotary control all the way back

clockwise. The water flow stops. Pour away the collected water. The unit is now ready

for use again.

Cleaning

● Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply and has

cooled down completely.

● Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in water or other liquids.

● Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions.

Housing

The exterior housing may be wiped with a soft, slightly damp cloth.

Drip tray and drainer

The drip tray and drainer may be cleaned with water or in a dishwasher.

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clean the drip tray and drainer and wipe them properly dry afterwards.

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assemble both parts and replace the drip-tray assembly back into the unit, ensuring that

it is pushed back all the way. Double-check that it is properly and securely fitted.

Water tank

The water tank should be cleaned once a week.

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remove the water tank by lifting it straight out.

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clean the tank under tap water and wipe thoroughly dry. The tank is not dishwasher-

proof.

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replace the tank.

Capsule holder

The capsule holder consists of two parts and must be disassembled to
ensure proper cleaning.

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Turn the upper part of the capsule-holder anti-clockwise all the way

and then lift it off.

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Both parts may be cleaned with warm water using a mild detergent.

Rinse thoroughly with clean water and wipe thoroughly dry. The

capsule-holder is not dishwasher-proof.

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Fit the upper part of the capsule-holder into the lower part and turn

clockwise as far as it will go, making sure the two parts are securely

connected.

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Place the capsule holder in its cradle, but leave the operating lever in its upper (i.e.

unlocked) position to avoid unnecessary strain on the unit.

Steam tube and frothing nozzle

For health reasons, all parts that have been in contact with milk must
be thoroughly cleaned after use.

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Pull the outer sleeve of the nozzle downwards and take it off.

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Loosen the ribbed ring on the inner sleeve, pull it downwards and

take it off also.

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Wipe the steam tube clean. On rare occasions, a blockage of the

steam tube may occur, which may be removed with a fine needle

or similar object.

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Clean both sleeves thoroughly with hot, soapy water. The sleeves

are not dishwasher-proof. Rinse both parts thoroughly in clean

water afterwards and wipe dry.

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Re-assemble the sleeves in reverse order on the steam tube.

Double-check that they are securely fitted.

Fold-down tray for small cups

The tray can be removed for easy cleaning.

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Fold down the tray.

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Pull one side out from the front.

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The tray may be washed by hand or in a dishwasher.

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Place the tray into the right side of its holding bracket and then push the left side gently

from above into its guide.

Descaling

Depending on the water quality (lime content) in your area as well as the frequency of use,
the appliance will need descaling (i.e. removal of lime deposits) to ensure proper
functioning. A lengthening of the brewing time and increased noise during brewing indicate
that descaling has become necessary.
For descaling, any commercially available, environmentally friendly liquid descaling agent
for coffee and espresso makers may be used. Observe the manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging. For descaling, a vinegar/water or citric acid/water solution may also be used. Do
not use any formic acid-based descalers.

The descaling process:

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Dissolve the descaling agent in water in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,

then pour the solution into the tank. Do not use less than 0.75 litres or more than 1 litre.

When using citric acid or vinegar (no vinegar concentrate) and water, 1 part of the

descaling agent must be mixed with 4 parts of clean, cold water before the solution is

poured into the tank.

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Place the capsule-holder (without a capsule inserted) into its cradle and pull the

operating lever all the way down.

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Place a suitable container with a minimum capacity of 1 litre onto the drainer underneath

the outlet opening of the capsule-holder.

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The steam valve must be closed. Ensure that the rotary control is turned clockwise all

the way.

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Ensure that the unit is switched off. Press and hold both the steam button and the

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On/Off switch simultaneously for about 5 seconds before releasing them. The descaling

process starts.

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The selector buttons for the various types of coffee are consecutively flashing from right

to left. The pump is now forcing the descaling solution at certain time intervals into the

boiler. Completion of the descaling process is indicated by an acoustic signal. At the

same time, the selector buttons for caffè crema and espresso start flashing. Descaling will

take about 45 to 60 minutes.

Empty the collection container and place it again under the outlet opening of the

capsule-holder.

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For the flushing phase, first empty the water tank completely, and then fill it with a

minimum 0.75 litres and a maximum 1 litre of cold tap-water.

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To start the flushing phase, press any of the selector buttons for the various types of

coffee. The selector buttons start flashing consecutively from left to right. Completion of

the flushing process is indicated by two beep signals.

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Refill the water tank with cold tap-water.

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Place a suitable container under the frothing nozzle. Turn the rotary control and draw

hot water until a continuous stream of water is emitted. The appliance is now descaled

and again ready for use.

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Troubleshooting

The coffee comes out very
slowly.
Too little/much coffee/
water is coming out.

The appliance doesn’t
operate after a selector
button is pressed.

The coffee doesn’t taste
good.
it is too strong or too weak.
it is too strong.

There is too little milk
froth or the frothing
process takes too long.

No steam is generated.
No water is emitted from
the frothing nozzle.

Too little or no coffee
comes out and the capsule
cannot be removed.

The steam and espresso
buttons are flashing, and
the unit doesn’t operate.

All buttons are flashing.

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Too much lime deposit in the system. Descaling
required.

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The wrong button was pressed (with the espresso
function, only around 50 ml of water is used).

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The amount of water used has been set incorrectly.

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The operating lever has not been pulled down correctly.

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The capsule-holder is not inserted.

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If neither is the case, disconnect from mains power for
10 seconds.

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If the problem occurs before first use, close the rotary
steam control.

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If all buttons are flashing – see ‘Troubleshooting’ under
‘All buttons are flashing’ (below).

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The wrong button was pressed. Colour-coding for
capsule/selector button doesn’t match.

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The capsule has already been used. Each capsule can
only be used once.

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The amount of water used has been set incorrectly.

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Air in the system. Unit needs bleeding – see section
‘Bleeding the system’.

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Milk too hot or too old, or fat content too high. Use
cold milk only (with max. fat content of 3.5%).

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Dirt accumulation in frothing nozzle and/or steam tube.

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Descaling required.

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Pre-heating not completed.

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Dirt accumulation in frothing nozzle and/or steam tube.

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Capsule not punctured correctly (very rare). Capsule­holder will be blocked temporarily. Wait around 2
minutes and try again to remove capsule.

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The system takes up to 15 minutes to cool down from
steam-generating temperature to the lower regular
brewing temperature. This can be reduced to around 30
seconds – see section ‘Generating frothy milk’, releasing
steam’.

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Before first use, all buttons are flashing. This is not a
malfunction. Proceed as described in the section ‘Start­up’.

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A malfunction has occurred. Switch the unit off and on
again.

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Bleed the system – see section ‘Bleeding the system’.

Disposal

Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only
be done through public collection points.

Guarantee

This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two
years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to
repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of
our authorised service centres. This guarantee is only valid if the appliance has been used in
accordance with the instructions, and provided that it has not been modified, repaired or
interfered with by any unauthorised person, or damaged through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass and
ceramic items, bulbs etc. If the product fails to operate and needs to be returned, pack it
carefully, enclosing your name and address and the reason for return. If within the guarantee
period, please also provide the guarantee card and proof of purchase.

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