DeLonghi EC685 Manual page 10

Important!
• None of the components or accessories is dishwasher safe.
• Do not use solvents, abrasive detergents or alcohol to clean
the coffee machine.
• Do not use metal objects to remove encrustations or coffee
deposits as they could scratch metal or plastic surfaces.
• If the appliance is not used for more than a week, before
using it again, we recommend performing a rinse cycle as
described in chapter "3. Setting up the appliance".
Danger!
• Never immerse the coffee maker in water when cleaning: it
is an electrical appliance.
• Before commencing any cleaning operation on the outside
of the machine, turn it off, unplug it from the mains socket
and wait for it to cool down.
11.1 Cleaning the drip tray
Important!
The drip tray is fitted with a level indicator (red) showing the
level of water it contains. Before the indicator starts to pro-
trude from the cup tray (fig. 20), the tray must be emptied and
cleaned, otherwise the water may spill over the edge and dam-
age the appliance, the support surface or the surrounding area.
1. Remove the tray (A9) (fig. 21).
2. Remove the cup grille (A7), eliminate the water and clean
the tray with a cloth, then reassemble the drip tray. Extract
the mug or glass tray (A10), clean with water, dry and put
back in the machine;
3. Put the drip tray back in place.
11.2 Cleaning the coffee filters
The coffee filters are designed to achieve the best possible coffee
froth. To keep them efficient, they must always be kept clean and
free of any coffee residue.
• After each use, rinse the filter under plenty of running
water (fig. 23), then press on the perforated filter to check
that it is properly seated.
• Check that the hole on the back of the filter (see fig. 24) is
free of any residue.
If the filter is still dirty, or in any case at least once a month, clean
the coffee filters as follows:
1. Extract the perforated filter by pulling the tab (fig. 22).
2. Rinse the filters under running water (fig. 23).
3. Make sure the holes are not blocked. If necessary, clean
with a pin (fig. 24).
4. Wipe dry with a cloth.
5. Reinsert the perforated filter in its seat and press it down
all the way.
Pod filter
Rinse with running water. Make sure the holes are not blocked. If
necessary, clean with a pin (fig. 23-24).
11.3 Cleaning the coffee spouts
After every 200 coffees, rinse by delivering about 0.5 litres of
water from the spouts (press the coffee button without using
ground coffee).
11.4 Other cleaning operations
1. Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents to clean the coffee
maker. Use a soft damp cloth only.
2. Clean the filter holder cup.
11.5 Cleaning the water tank
1. Clean the water tank regularly (about once a month) and
whenever you replace the water softener filter (if present)
with a damp cloth and a little mild washing up liquid;
2. Remove the filter (if present) and rinse with running water;
3. Put the filter (if present) back in the appliance, fill the tank
with fresh water and put back in the machine;
4. Deliver 100ml of water (models with water softener filter
only).
12. DESCALING
When the orange
Important!
• Before using the descaler (C9), read the instructions and the
labelling on the pack.
• Use De'Longhi descaler only. Using unsuitable descaler
and/or performing descaling incorrectly may result in
faults not covered by the manufacturer's guarantee.
• Descaler can cause damage to delicate surfaces. If the prod-
uct is accidentally spilt, dry immediately.
To descale
Descaler De'Longhi descaler
Container Capacity 1 L
Time ~25min
1. Check that the filter holder is not attached and place a con-
tainer under the hot water dispenser and under the boiler
outlet.
2. Pour the descaler solution into the tank, diluting the sup-
plied descaler with water (fill the tank up to the MAX level)
(fig. 25)
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key light flashes, run a descaling cycle.