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6The shower disc (17) should be unscrewed and cleaned periodically depending on frequency of use.
7If the appliance is not used for long periods, discharge the water in the boiler by rotating steam knob (7) anticlockwise and pressing steam button (5) until completely discharged. Close steam knob (7) by rotating it clockwise and turn off the appliance.
Never operate pump unless there is water in tank.
8NOTE: It is very normal for an espresso machine to emit steam and drip occasionally as the water pressure changes during use.
Be certain to empty drip tray (12) as required,
In the event of faulty function
Descaling:
In hard water areas, minerals found in the water will accumulate and affect operation of the unit.
Approximately every two months (this can vary depending on use and water condition), clean the machine with Gaggia descaler (in which case follow the instructions on the packet).
Remove shower disc (17) and clean.
Dilute the solution before pouring it into the tank. Pour the solution into the coffee dispensing group and into the steam nozzle for a few seconds.
Wait 20 minutes, then repeat. process until solution has been run through. Rinse machine thoroughly by running plain cold water through machine. Replace shower disc (17).
NOTE: Product failure due to scale accumulation is not covered by warranty. No other servicing should be attempted by the user. Use “Gaggia cleaner” for best results.
Problem: | Check to ensure against the following: |
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Coffee does not flow. | Water is in tank. |
| Filter basket clogged because coffee is too fine or compressed |
| too firmly. |
| Shower disc requires cleaning. |
Coffee flows too quickly. | Coffee is ground too coarsely. |
| Coffee is not pressed down with tamper. |
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Pump makes loud noise. | No water in tank. |
| Pump not primed. |
| Coffee is ground too coarsely. |
Water leaking excessively | Filter holder not properly inserted in brew head. |
from filter holder. | Gasket in brewing head dirty or worn. |
| Coffee grinds not cleaned off the rim of filter holder. |
Espresso has little creamy | Coffee is ground too coarsely. |
froth. | Coffee is not pressed down with tamper. |
| Coffee is too old or dried out. |
Espresso is too cold. | Machine is not warmed up (10 min). |
| Coffee is ground too coarsely. |
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Not enough milk froth. | Steam nozzle and/or air intake hole clogged. |
| Milk is too hot. |
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Alarms - When the button being used flashes: | |
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Empty tank | Fill tank and repeat boiler filling procedures. |
No water |
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Pump noise |
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Too fine grinding | Modify grinding |
Dirty filter | Clean shower (17) |
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Too pressed coffee | Avoid press coffee excessively |
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