Descaling - Krups XP5240 Manual

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8. DESCALING

The warranty does not cover machines which have become faulty because descaling was not periodically
performed. Descale your espresso machine regularly using Krups descaling kits (model F054), available
from Krups authorized service centers.
In addition to two packets of descaling powder, the kit also includes a water hardness tester to help you
determine the proper schedule for descaling your machine in normal use. The amount of scale that
develops depends on the hardness of the water used, but also the level of use. The schedule indicated
by the water hardness tester is a general guideline only. Keep in mind that you may have to descale more
frequently than indicated.
Ave. number
coffees per week
Less than 7
From 7 to 20
Over 20
DESCALING THE MACHINE
Empty the tank and replace. If you are using a Claris cartridge (model F088) in your water tank, remove
the cartridge before descaling.
Follow the instructions for using the Krups descaling powder inside the kit.
Then insert the filter holder (without espresso grounds) and lock into place by turning to the right. Place
a container under the steam wand to catch the water.
Press the "on/off" button to turn the machine on, and then immediately turn the dial to the "steam"
position, without stopping at the "steam preheating" position. Let the mixture run through the nozzle
until steam appears, then turn the dial back to the "stop" position.
Place the container under the filter holder. Once the indicator link stops blinking, turn the dial to the
"coffee" position and run half of the remaining water through. Turn the machine by pressing the "on/off"
button and leave the dial at the "coffee" position. Empty the container under the filter holder and
replace under the filter holder. After 15 minutes, turn the machine back on. Let the rest of the water run
through until the water tank is empty, then turn the dial to the "stop" position.
RINSING
IMPORTANT!
After descaling, rinse 2-3 times with clean water as described in Section 4 "BEFORE
FIRST USE". Then rinse the steam nozzle by following the instructions below:
Fill the water tank with clean water. Then place a container under the steam nozzle. Press the "on/off"
button to turn the machine on, and then immediately turn the dial to the 'steam" position, without
stopping at the 'steam preheating" position. Let the water run through the nozzle until steam appears.
Turn the dial back to the "stop" position. The machine is now descaled and ready to be used again.
DESCALING FREQUENCY
Soft water
(<19°th)
Once a year
Every 4 months
Every 3 months
If in doubt, it is recommended to descale every month.
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Hard water Very hard water
(19-30°th) (>30°th)
Every 8 months Every 6 months
Every 3 months Every 2 months
Every 2 months Every month
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