Krups XP3410 Manual page 26

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Clean using only a damp cloth without any detergent or scourer.
B. The filter holder
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Using a damp cloth, clean the filter holder mount regularly in order to remove
possible coffee residues stuck to the surface (19).
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In order to prolong the useful life of the watertight seal on the brewing head, do
not put the filter holder back in place if the coffee machine has not been used for
extended periods.
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To remove any deposits that could block the flow of your 1 cup filter, you may use
the needle (23).
C. The drip tray
This should be cleaned each time the appliance is used. The presence of water is normal and
is not a sign of leakage. Please empty it regularly (20-21). If necessary, clean the drip tray and
the grid with water and a small amount of mild washing up liquid. Rinse and dry (22).
IMPORTANT!
Warning! Do not clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher.
Regular descaling of your appliance, as described in this paragraph, is the main factor
in prolonging its useful life. The frequency with which you descale the appliance is
related to the hardness of your water. Get advice from your water supplier.
During this procedure, do not place your appliance on a marble work surface. The
descaler might alter it.
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To help you, below is a table indicating the frequency with which you should descale
the appliance depending on the hardness of the water used in the machine:
Average number of
coffees per week
Fewer than 7
From 7 - 20
More than 20
No repairs on the coffee machine in the case of:
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no descaling carried out,
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limescale build-up,
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accessories cleaned in a dishwasher,
will be covered by the guarantee.
A. Descaling the system
1. Unplug the appliance.
2. Insert the filter holder (without coffee) into the appliance and lock it in place, turning
it to the right as far as it will go (7).
3. Place a container with a volume greater than 1/2 litre under the filter holder (8).
4. Fill the tank with a mixture of three parts water to one part vinegar or citric/sulfamic acid.
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DESCALING
DESCALING FREQUENCY
Soft water
(<19°f)
Once a year
Every 4 months
Every 3 months
If in doubt, monthly descaling is recommended.
Hard water
(19-30°f)
Every 8 months
Every 3 months
Every 2 months
Very hard water
(30-30°f)
Every 6 months
Every 2 months
Every month