Cleaning and Maintenance

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If so proceed as follows:

-close the steam control knob;

-press the delivery switch allowing water to flow from the boiler nozzle;

-turn the delivery switch off and repeat operations previously described.

Producing hot water

(to prepare tea, hot chocolate, consommé, etc.)

-Press the ON/OFF switch (S).

-Wait until the “OK” pilot lamp lights (fig. 4).

-Place a cup or glass under the steam nozzle.

-Press the delivery switch and, at the same time, open the steam control knob.

-Hot water will flow from the nozzle. As soon as the desired quantity of hot water has been obtained, close the knob and turn the delivery switch off.

Always remember to fill the water tank.

-Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations, switch the machine off, remove the plug from the socket and leave the machine to cool.

-Do not use solvents, detergents or abrasive products to clean the machine. A soft damp cloth is suffi- cient.

-Clean the filter holder, filters, drip tray and water tank regularly.

-Do not wash the machine - remember that it is an electrical appliance.

-Never wash components or accessories in a dishwasher.

DE-SCALING

If you live in a hard water area, minerals and calcium found in the water will accumulate and affect the operation of the machine. Approximatyely every 1-2 months (depending on the hardness of the water in your area), your De’Longhi espresso maker should be cleaned with a commercial de-scaling agent for coffee makers as follows:

-Fill the water tank with water and mix in the de-scaling agent.

-Operate the appliance, as if making coffee, until the tank is empty, then rinse thoroughly.

-Repeat this procedure 2 - 3 times with fresh water only in order to remove any residual de-scaling agent.

Note: This operation may be dangerous if other substances are used.