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12. CLEANING
12.1 Cleaning the machine
The following parts of the machine must be cleaned regularly:
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the appliance's internal circuit;
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coffee grounds container (A18);
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drip tray (A16) and condensate tray (A14);
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water tank (A7);
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coffee spouts (A11);
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pre-ground coffee funnel (A4);
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infuser (A19), accessible after opening the infuser door
(A21);
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milk container (D);
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cappuccino maker/hot water spout (C6 - section "11.5
Cleaning the spout after use");
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hot water/steam connection nozzle (A12);
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display (B).
Important!
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Do not use solvents, abrasive detergents or alcohol to clean
the coffee machine. With De'Longhi superautomatic coffee
machines, you need not use chemical products to clean the
machine.
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None of the components of the appliance can be washed in
a dishwasher with the exception of the milk container (D).
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Do not use metal objects to remove encrustations or coffee
deposits as they could scratch metal or plastic surfaces.
12.2 Cleaning the machine's internal circuit
If the appliance is not used for more than 3/4 days, before using
it again, we strongly recommend switching it on and:
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performing 2-3 rinse cycles by selecting the "Rinse" func-
tion in the settings menu (see section "8.1 Rinsing");
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deliver hot water for a few seconds by pressing the
button (B5).
Please note!
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After cleaning, it is normal for the coffee grounds container
(A18) to contain water.
12.3 Cleaning the coffee grounds container
When "EMPTY GROUNDS CONTAINER" appears on the display
(B4), the grounds container must be emptied and cleaned. The
appliance cannot be used to make coffee until you have cleaned
the grounds container (A18). Even if not full, the empty grounds
container message is displayed 72 hours after the first coffee has
been prepared. For the 72 hours to be calculated correctly, the
machine must never be turned off with the main switch.
Important! Danger of burns
If you make a number of cappuccinos one after the other, the
cup warmer shelf (A10) becomes hot. Wait for it to cool down
before touching it and handle from the front only.
To clean (with the machine on):
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Remove the drip tray (A16) (fig. 28), empty and clean;
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Empty the grounds container and clean thoroughly to re-
move all residues left on the bottom. This can be done with
the spatula on the brush (C5) provided;
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Check the condensate tray (A14) and empty if necessary
(fig. 29).
Important!
When removing the drip tray, the grounds container must be
emptied, even if it contains few grounds. If this is not done,
when you make the next coffees, the grounds container may fill
up more than expected and clog the machine.
12.4 Cleaning the drip tray and condensate tray
Important!
The drip tray (A16) is fitted with a level indicator (red) (A17)
showing the level of water it contains (fig. 30). Before the in-
dicator protrudes from the cup tray (A15), the drip tray must be
emptied and cleaned, otherwise the water may overflow the
edge and damage the appliance, the surface it rests on or the
surrounding area.
To remove the drip tray:
1. Remove the drip tray and the coffee grounds container
(A18) (fig. 28);
2. Empty the drip tray and grounds container and wash them;
3. Check the condensate tray (A14) and empty if necessary;
4. Replace the drip tray and grounds container.
12.5 Cleaning the inside of the coffee machine
Danger of electric shock!
Before cleaning internal parts, the machine must be turned off
(see section "7. Turning the appliance off") and unplugged from
the mains power supply. Never immerse the coffee machine in
water.
1. Check regularly (about once a month) that the inside of
the appliance (accessible after removing the drip tray, A16)
is not dirty. If necessary, remove coffee deposits with the
brush (C5) or a sponge;
2. Remove all the residues with a vacuum cleaner (fig. 31).
12.6 Cleaning the water tank
1. Clean the water tank (A7) regularly (about once a month)
and whenever you replace the water softener filter (C4, if
provided) with a damp cloth and a little mild washing up
liquid;
2. Remove the filter (if present) and rinse with running water;
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