Troubleshooting Hints - Gaggia Expresso/Cappuccino Makers Instructions Manual

cloth. Hole in steam nozzle must be
kept open. A needle may be used.
2. Clean filter holder and filter basket in
warm water after use.
3. Wipe body of machine with a damp
cloth as required.
4. Remove drip tray and plate (10, IOa)
and wash in warm soapy water. Use
sponge to clean out drip area.
Ground coffee will adhere to the seal
inside of the brew head (11). Keep it
clean.
The shower head (12) should be
unscrewed and cleaned periodically
depending on frequency of use.
After long periods of non-use, drain
stale water from machine by turning
hot water/brew switch to "I". Howe-
ver, do this only after you have filled
reservoir with fresh water. Never
operate pump unless there is water
in reservoir (6).
NOTE: It is very normal for an
espresso machine to emit steam
and drip occasionally as the water
pressure changes during use. Be
certain to empty drip tray (1 Oa) as
required.
In hard water areas, minerals found in
the water will accumulate and affect
operation of the unit. Approximately
every four months (this can vary
depending on use and water
condition), clean the machine with
Gaggia descaler (in-which case follow
the instructions on the packet).
Remove shower head (12) and clean.
Pour solution into reservoir and turn on
pump for 15 seconds. Allow solution to
flow through brew head and steam
nozzle for several seconds. Wait 20
minutes and repeat. Repeat process
until solution has been run through.
Rinse machine throughly by running
plain cold water through machine.
Replace shower head.
NOTE: Product failure due to
scale accumulation is not
covered by warranty. No other
servicing should be attempted by the
user. Use 'Gaggia
Trouble-shooting
hints:
Problem: Coffee does not flow
Check:
Problem: Coffee flows too quickly
Check:
Problem: Pump makes loud noise
Check:
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Problem: Water leaking excessively
Check:
Problem: Espresso has little crema froth
Check:
Problem: Espresso is too cold
Check:
Problem: Not enough milk froth
Check:
for best results.
coffee is too fine or compressed
too firmly
tamper
from filter holder
in brew head
rim of filter holder
tamper
coffee is ground too coarsely
hole clogged