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dispense steam.
•(Fig.17) - Place a container beneath the steam tube and open the “Hot water/ steam” knob (7) for a few seconds to di- scharge residual water from the steam tube (“pannarello”). Shortly only steam will issue from the tube.
•(Fig.19) - Close the knob (7) and remove the container.
•Fill the container you want to use for making cappuccino to 1/3 with cold milk.
For best results, use only cold milk when making cappuccino.
•(Fig.21) - Place the tip of the steam tube in the milk to be heated and turn the knob (7) counterclockwise; move the container slowly up and down and in circles to heat the milk evenly.
•(Fig.22) - After frothing the milk as desired, turn the knob (7) clockwise to shut off steam. Remove the cup with frothed milk.
•(Fig.20) - Press the steam switch (6) again.
•Load the circuit as directed in section 4.5 to prepare the machine for use.
The same method may be used to heat other beverages.
•(Fig.23) - After completing this operation, wipe the steam tube clean with a damp cloth.
9CLEANING
Maintenance and cleaning jobs may be carried out only when the machine is cold and disconnected from the power supply.
•Do not immerse the machine in water nor place any of its components in a dish- washer.
•Do not use sharp objects or harsh chemical products (solvents) for cleaning.
•It is recommended to clean the water tank daily and refill it with fresh water.
•(Fig.23) - After heating milk, release a small
Cleaning - Descaling
quantity of hot water to clean out the tube. Wipe the outside of the tube clean with a damp cloth.
•(Fig.24) - Everyday you should empty and wash the drip tray.
•Use a soft cloth dampened with water to clean the machine body.
•(Fig.16) - To clean the “Crema” filter holder:
-Remove the filter, immerse it in hot water and wash it thoroughly.
-Wash out the inside of the “Crema” filter holder.
•Never dry the machine and/or its components in a microwave or conventional oven.
10 DESCALING
Scale normally forms inside the machine with use; descaling is necessary every
If you wish to descale the machine yourself, you can use any commercially available
product for coffee machines.
We recommend using Saeco descaler.
Warning! Never use vinegar as a descaling agent.
•Remove the water tank and empty out any water left inside it.
•(Fig.2) - Mix the descaling agent with water as directed on the package and pour all the solution into the tank. Place the tank inside the machine
•(Fig.4B) - Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF switch (2).
•(Fig.5) - Place a container beneath the steam tube.
•Empty the entire contents from the water tank at intervals (one cup at a time): turn the steam knob (7) counterclockwise and press the coffee switch (4) to activate flow and then press the coffee switch (4) again and turn the
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