to make espresso after frothing milk

Important

Never remove the filter holder from its housing immediately after using the steam function.

If you’re making espresso after frothing milk, you need to get rid of any over-hot water that could burn your coffee. Here’s how:

1Place a container underneath the cappuccino and latte system, ensuring the selector knob is at the boiler position ( ), then turn the steam/hot water knob anti clockwise. Turn the selector knob to the coffee position ( ) and allow the water to flow out until the OK light comes on.

2Turn the selector knob to the boiler setting ( ) to stop the water flowing from the cappuccino and latte system. Turn the steam/hot water knob in a clockwise direction to close.

3The unit is now ready to make coffee.

to boil water for other drinks, tea, fruit drinks.

1Make sure the selector knob is in the off position ( ).

2Check that there is water in the tank.

3Turn the selector knob to the boiler position ( ).

4Position a container under the cappuccino and latte system.

5When the OK light glows, turn the steam/hot water knob in an anti-clockwise direction then the selector knob to the coffee/hot water position ( ). Hot water will come out of the cappuccino and latte system.

6To stop the flow of hot water return the selector knob to the off position ( ) then turn the steam/hot water knob in a clockwise direction.

Do not dispense hot water from the cappuccino and latte system for longer than 20 seconds in one operation.

cleaning

Before cleaning, unplug and let everything cool.

Never immerse the appliance in water.

Don’t wash parts in the dishwasher. tank, lid, filter holder

Wash, rinse and allow to dry.

filter (one and two cup version)

Wash and dry after every use.

After approximately every 100 uses dismantle and clean more thoroughly as described below.

Remove the cap located on the underside of the filter by

turning in the direction indicated . Remove the crema device by pushing up from the underside . Separate the components of the crema device by pulling the gasket to the side and removing the plastic disc and metal filter . Rinse parts thoroughly.

Clean the metal filter in hot water using a brush . Make sure the holes in the metal filter are not blocked. If necessary clean with a pin . Dry the parts then reassemble, making sure the parts are correctly assembled.

cappuccino and latte system

Prior to cleaning allow some hot water to flow out of the cappuccino and latte system (see ‘to boil water for other drinks’) but unplug and allow to cool before proceeding.

Unscrew the nozzle by turning clockwise, then wash thoroughly. Check that the three holes in the cappuccino

and latte system are not blocked . If necessary unblock them with a pin.

Clean the steam/hot water delivery tube. Make sure the end is not blocked.

Screw the cappuccino and latte system back onto the delivery tube.

drip tray top, drip tray

Empty the drip tray regularly. You’ll know when it is full, the red float in the middle of the drip tray will rise and become visible in the center hole on the cup stand. Wash then dry.

liquid coffee outlet/boiler unit

Wipe away any coffee grounds from this area.

At least twice a year carry out the following procedure:

1 Using a screwdriver , remove the screw that holds the outlet of the boiler in place.

2Clean the boiler area with a damp cloth.

3Clean the removed outlet thoroughly in hot soapy water using a brush. Rinse thoroughly. Make sure the holes are not blocked, if necessary use a pin to clean.

4Reverse the above procedure to replace to the outlet. Failure to clean the boiler outlet and the filters as described invalidates the guarantee.

descaling

It is advisable to descale the coffee maker after 200 cups of coffee have been made.

1We recommend purchasing a specific product for descaling espresso coffee machines.

2Make sure the filter holder is not attached and position a bowl under the liquid coffee/boiler outlet.

3Pour 1 liter of water and 8.5 oz. descaler into the tank.

4Turn the selector knob to the boiler position ( ) and wait until the OK light glows.

5Turn the selector knob to the coffee position ( ) and allow half the solution to flow out. Turn the selector knob back to the off ( ) position to stop the flow.

6Leave the machine to stand for 15 minutes, then turn the knob to the coffee position ( ) and allow the tank to completely empty.

7Thoroughly rinse the tank. Fill with fresh water and turn the selector knob to the coffee position ( ) and allow all the water to flush through.

8Turn the selector knob to the off ( ) position.

Repairs caused by malfunctioning due to a build up of limescale in the product are not covered by the guarantee if the descaling process is not carried out regularly.

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DeLonghi EC460 To make espresso after frothing milk, To boil water for other drinks, tea, fruit drinks, Cleaning

EC460 specifications

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