Saeco RI8329 Operating Instructions Manual page 12

10 DESCALING
Limescale normally builds up with the use of the appliance.
The machine needs descaling every 1-2 months (if used) and/
or whenever a reduction in water fl ow is noticed. Use the Saeco
descaling product only.
In case of confl ict, priority must be given to
what is indicated in the operation and mainte-
nance manual over the instructions provided on sepa-
rately sold accessories and materials.
Use the Saeco descaling solution only. Its formu-
la has been designed to ensure better machine
performance and operation for its whole operating life.
If correctly used, it also avoids alterations in the brewed
product. The descaling solution is to be disposed of ac-
cording to the manufacturer's instructions and/or the
regulations in force in the country
of use.
Never drink the descaling
solution or any products
dispensed until the cycle has
been completed. Never use vin-
egar as a descaling solution.
1 (Fig.12-13) - Insert the fi lter
holder (without coff ee) into the
brew unit (8) from the bottom
and turn it from left to right until
it locks into place.
2 (Fig.1) - Remove and empty the water tank.
3 (Fig.2) - Pour THE ENTIRE content of the Saeco concen-
trated descaling solution into the water tank, and then fi ll
the tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX level.
4 Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button (14).
The (15) indicator light will turn on to indicate that the
machine is on.
Fill up (as described in the "HOT WATER" chapter of the
manual) 2 cups of water (about 150 ml each) from the
steam/hot water wand and turn off the machine by press-
ing the ON/OFF button (14). The indicator light (15) turns
off .
5 Let the descaling solution take eff ect for approx.15-20
minutes with the machine turned off .
6 Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button (14).
The (15) indicator light will turn on to indicate that the
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machine is on.
Fill up (as described in the "HOT WATER" chapter of the
manual) 2 cups of water (about 150 ml each) from the
steam/hot water wand. Turn off the machine by pressing
the ON/OFF button (14) and leave it off for 3 minutes.
7 Repeat the operations described in step 6 until the water
tank is completely empty.
8 (Fig.2) - Rinse the water tank and fi ll it with fresh drinking
water. Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button
(14). The (15) indicator light will turn on to indicate that
the machine is on.
9 (Fig.6) - Place a container under the steam wand. Open
the knob (3) slowly by turning it counter-clockwise.
(Fig.7) - Press the brew button (16).
10 Dispense the whole water tank content through the
steam/hot water wand.
(Fig.7) - Press the brew button (16) again to end the op-
eration.
(Fig.8) - Close the knob (3) by turning it clockwise.
11 (Fig.2) - Fill the water tank with fresh drinking water.
12 (Fig.14) - Place a suitable container under the fi lter hold-
er.
13 (Fig.15) - Press the brew button (16) and dispense all
the water in the tank. Once the water tank is empty, stop
dispensing by pressing the brew button (16) again. At the
end, empty the container.
14 Repeat the operations from step (8) once again, for a total
of 4 tanks. The machine is now ready to be used.
(Fig.17) - Remove the fi lter holder from the unit by turning it
from right to left and rinse it with fresh drinking water.
The descaling cycle is now complete.
(Fig.2) - Fill the tank again with fresh water. If necessary,
prime the circuit as described in section 4.5 of the manual.