Carrera 655 User manual

DESIGNED IN GERMANY
EN
FULLY AUTOMATIC COFFEE MACHINE
Instruction manual
RUS
АВТОМАТИЧЕСКАЯ КОФЕМАШИНА
Инструкция по эксплуатации
№655

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Thank you.
For having placed your trust in CARRERA and for giving us the
opportunity to prove you right with our fully automatic coffee
machine.
We create technology maximizing user friendliness, handling and
aesthetics and bringing performance to life.
Not only do we use an innovative coffee brewing system but also
made sure that each individual component interplays perfectly
for top performance. You will love our coffee machine from the
moment you switch it on.
We call it the CARRERA boost.
We have not reinvented the wheel, but we had the courage to
do right what is crucial and to dispense with everything that is
unimportant.
That is our style. And you will rediscover it in every CARRERA
appliance.

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CONTENTS
01. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
02. INTENDED USE 8
03. APPLIANCE OVERVIEW 9
General description 9
Control panel 10
04. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11
05. PARTS LIST 11
06. FIRST START 12
Filling the water tank 13
Filling the coffee bean container 13
Auto-rinsing function 14
Turning the appliance off 14
Auto shut-off 14
07. PREPARING DRINKS 15
Preparing Espresso & Lungo 15
Preparing Americano 15
Preparing Cappuccino 16
Tips for hotter coffee 16
Preparing hot water 16

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08. ADDITIONAL SETTINGS 17
Adjusting coffee/hot water quantity 17
Adjusting the grind 17
Selecting modes 18
Favourite drink function 19
Descaling 19
Empty system function 20
Manual rinsing 21
09. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 21
Cleaning the body and control panel 22
Cleaning the brewer 22
Cleaning the drip trays and coffee grounds container 23
Cleaning the water tank 23
Cleaning the steam nozzle 24
10. TROUBLESHOOTING 25
11. DISPOSAL 27
12. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 27
13. WARRANTY 28
14. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 28

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01. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
These safety precautions are the critical part of the instruction
manual. Please read them all carefully before using the appliance
for the first time. You may keep the instructions for future
reference or pass it to other users. Always handle with care and
warn other users of the potential danger.
CAUTION!
Misuse of the appliance can cause injury!
yMake sure that the mains voltage stated on the rating plate
corresponds to the local electricity supply.
yTo avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal
cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an
external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a
circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
yThe appliance is not recommended to be connected to the
mains using extension cords, splitters and adapters.
yIn order to avoid overloading the electrical network, it is not
recommended to turn on several appliances with high power
consumption at the same time.
yThe appliance is recommended to be connected to a
grounded outlet.
yConnect the appliance to AC power source only. For additional
protection please install a residual current device (RCD). For
installation, contact a specialist.
yDo not connect the appliance to the power source before
finishing assembly and adjustment.
yPlace the appliance on a firm and steady surface. Do not put
the appliance in a kitchen cabinet.
yDo not place the appliance on or near hot gas or electric
burner, or in a heated oven.
yDo not use the appliance in outdoor environment.
yDo not use the appliance in places where aerosols are sprayed
or flammable liquids are present.
yDo not use the appliance near curtains or other flammable
objects.

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yThis appliance is designed for household use only.
yDo not place the appliance near sources of water or other
liquids, or near heating appliances.
yDo not place the appliance in a room where air temperature
can drop below the freezing point of water (0 °C).
yDo not immerse the appliance in water or any liquids. Do not
touch it with wet hands.
yDo not use appliance for other than intended use.
yKeep the appliance and power cable away from high
temperatures, direct sunlight, moisture and other negative
influences.
yDo not turn the appliance on if it was dropped, even if there
is no external damage, until it is inspected by a qualified
specialist.
yDo not cover the plugged-in appliance with a towel or other
object. Do not place any foreign objects on the appliance.
yDo not leave the appliance unattended, when it is connected
to main supply.
yDo not use the appliance if the drip tray is not installed
properly.
yAlways use cold water to make coffee. Warm water or other
liquids could damage the appliance.
yUse the grinder for grinding coffee beans only.
yDo not operate the hot water function continuously for more
than one tank of water.
yDo not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter or
touch hot surface. Do not place the cord on a sharp edge of an
item.
yThe use of accessories not included in the box is not
recommended. It might be dangerous and should be avoided.
yEmpty the water tank if the appliance is not used for a long
period.
ySome parts of the appliance may get hot during operation. To
avoid burns, do not touch hot surfaces with your hands.
yChildren shall not be playing with the appliance. This appliance

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shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord
out of children’s reach.
yDo not allow children to play with the appliance, accessories,
box or other packaging to avoid injury or suffocation.
yDisconnect the appliance from mains supply outlet in the
following cases:
yBefore filling the water tank with water,
yBefore assembling or dissembling the appliance,
yBefore cleaning or maintenance of the appliance,
yIf the appliance is not working correctly,
yAfter using the appliance.
yThe appliance should be cleaned after each use.
yWait until the appliance cools down before assembling or
dissembling or cleaning the appliance.
yDo not pull the cable, when disconnecting the appliance from
the mains. Do not wind the cable around the appliance. Do not
try to carry the appliance by the cable.
yIf the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
qualified specialist to avoid any hazard.
yAppliance can be used by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they are under supervision or
have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
yRegularly check the appliance and its cable for mechanical
damage and do not use the appliance if any is found. It is
forbidden to repair the appliance or make changes to its
design on your own. Do not attempt to open the main body or
dismantle any parts from the appliance. Repair of the appliance
or replacement of the power cord must be carried out in a
specialized service center only.

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02. INTENDED USE
The automatic coffee machine is designed to prepare coffee drinks
using natural coffee beans.
The appliance is intended for domestic and similar purposes, in
particular:
yin kitchen areas for staff in shops, offices and other production
environments;
yin farm houses;
yin hotels, motels and other residential type infrastructure by
clients;
yin “accommodation plus breakfast” boarding houses.

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03. APPLIANCE OVERVIEW
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1. External drip tray 10. Control panel
2. Drip tray cover 11. Coffee bean container
3. Internal drip tray 12. Coffee bean container cover
4. Coffee grounds container 13. Water tank
5. Metal tube 14. Brewer
6. Steam nozzle 15. Service door
7. Nozzle cover 16. Cleaning brush
8. Steam indicator light 17. Power cord
9. Adjustable coffee spout 18. Needle

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CONTROL PANEL
Lights up stably: drink is ready to serve
Flashing: drink preparation is in process
Flashing: Low water level/Water tank missing
Lack of beans
Lights up stably: coffee grounds container is full
Flashing: internal drip tray/coffee grounds container is
missing
Lights up stably: brewer is missing/installed improperly
Flashing: service door is opened/installed improperly
Lights up stably: descaling is needed
Flashing: descaling is in process
Empty System Function is running
Power ON/OFF button
Steam button
Hot water button
Espresso button
Lungo button
Favorite function button

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04. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
yPower: 1235-1470 W
yVoltage: 220-240 V ~, 50-60 Hz
yPump pressure: 19 Bar
yRemovable water tank: 1,2 L
yBean container: 150 g
y5 grinding settings
yPre-brewing system
yOne Touch Espresso or Lungo
yCup quantity memory function
ySteam nozzle to froth milk
yECO Mode
yStainless steel grinder
yCup illumination
ySteam operation LED-indicator
yHeight-adjustable coffee dispenser
yHot water function
yRefill tank signal
yRefill bean signal
yDescaling indicator
yDescaling programme
yRemovable coffee grounds container
yRemovable drip tray
yEmpty tank function
yAuto shut-off
yRemovable power cord
yWeight net/gross: 8.15/9.15 kg
yProduct dimensions (L x W x H): 407 x 180 x 320 mm
yBox dimensions (L x W x H): 443 x 228 x 373 mm
05. PARTS LIST
yFully automatic coffee machine
yCleaning kit (cleaning cloth, cleaning brush, needle, citric acid
x 3 packs (15 g/pack)
yInstruction manual

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06. FIRST START
1. Remove any protective films, stickers and any
other packing material on the appliance. Make
sure that the accessories of the appliance fit
the description, and that the appliance is not
damaged.
2. Choose a safe, firm and stable surface with an
easily reachable power supply and make sure
there is some free space around the appliance:
at least 150 mm on the sides and at least 350
mm above the appliance.
3. Install the external drip tray (1). Make sure it is
installed properly.
4. Fill the water tank with water (13) (see “Filling
the water tank”).
5. Fill the bean box (11) with coffee beans (see
“Filling the coffee bean container”).
6. Unwind and straighten the power cord and
insert the plug into the socket located on the
back of the appliance. Insert the other end of
the power cord into a wall socket with suitable
power voltage. Clean the appliance by pressing
the hot water button . The appliance is ready
to use.

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NOTES:
After storage or transportation at low temperatures, keep the
appliance in a warm room for two hours before turning it on.
When using the appliance first you need to make 4-5 coffees to
get satisfactory results.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
Before the first use or if the indicator is flashing you need to fill
the water tank. Lift the water tank by using the lid as the handle.
Fill the water tank with water to the MAX level and place it back
into the machine.
CAUTION!
To prevent overflow of water, do not add water into
the appliance directly.
Never fill the water tank with warm, hot, sparkling
water or any other liquid as it might damage the water
tank and the appliance.
FILLING THE COFFEE BEAN CONTAINER
Before the first use or if the indicator is flashing, fill the appliance
with coffee beans. Remove the bean container lid (12). Slowly add the
coffee beans to the container. Install the container lid back.

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CAUTION!
Fill the coffee bean container with coffee beans only.
Grounded coffee, instant coffee, caramelized coffee
and any other objects may damage the appliance.
AUTO-RINSING FUNCTION
After each switch-on (except if the appliance was switched off for
a short time), the appliance performs an automatic rinse heating
both the boiler and the internal channels with hot water. Some hot
water will come out of the spout, be careful not to get burnt!
You can stop rinsing by pressing the button or disable the
function at all. To achieve it remove the cover of the brewer (15),
then press and hold the on/off button until a beep sounds. To
turn the rinse function back on, take the brewer cover off and hold
the power button again.
TURNING THE APPLIANCE OFF
Switch the appliance off by pressing the power on/off button .
Unplug the appliance from the mains if you do not plan to use the
appliance for a long time.
AUTO SHUT-OFF
The appliance is equipped with auto shut-off function. Depending
on the mode selected the appliance can have different auto shut-
off timing (see “Selecting modes”).

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07. PREPARING DRINKS
PREPARING ESPRESSO & LUNGO
1. Switch the appliance on by pressing the power on/off button
and make sure that the drip tray (1) is under the coffee
spout (9) and that the water tank is not empty.
2. The appliance will perform auto-rinsing, you can stop it by
pressing . The appliance will go into the standby mode then.
3. Place a cup under the coffee spout and adjust the height of
the spout. If the cup is too wide, you can adjust the position of
the drip tray: thanks to the magnetic holder, you just need to
pull it towards you, and then simply slide it back. The drip tray
remains stable and balanced.
4. Press the Espresso button for strong coffee (30 ml) or
Lungo button for milder coffee (60 ml). The indicator and
backlight will be on while the coffee is being prepared.
5. When the coffee is ready to serve, the appliance will be back
to the standby mode.
PREPARING AMERICANO
1. Make Espresso in a large cup (see “Preparing Espresso &
Lungo”.)
2. Press Hot water button using the same cup. The appliance
will dispense the default quantity of water (150 ml). Your
Americano is ready to serve.

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PREPARING CAPPUCCINO
1. Make Espresso in a large cup (see “Preparing Espresso &
Lungo”.
2. Fill a suitable milk container with milk. Use
cold semi-skimmed or full-fat 3.2-4 % milk
(at a temperature of approximately 5 °C)
with a protein content of at least 3-3.5 % to
ensure an optimal frothing result.
3. Turn the steam nozzle (7) toward to the drip tray. Press the
steam button . Steam indicator light (8) will flash. The
appliance will heat up and drain the residual water into the drip
tray or another container.
4. When the steam indicator light stops flashing and stays steadily
on, place a container with milk under the steam nozzle and
immerse the steam nozzle about 5 cm deep into the container.
Press the steam button again.
5. Swivel the container while the hot steam is coming out. When
the milk is hot enough, the froth will appear. Press again the
steam button to stop the steam. Add the froth to your
espresso.
6. After use see “Cleaning the automatic milk froth system”.
TIPS FOR HOTTER COFFEE
For hotter coffee, take the steps as follows:
1. Make sure that rinsing is done before drink preparing.
2. Preheat the cups with hot water using the hot water button
(see “Preparing hot water”).
PREPARING HOT WATER
1. Put a cup under the spout.
2. Press Hot water button ; the indicator light will be on. The
appliance will start dispensing hot water. To stop the water
flow, press again.

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08. ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
ADJUSTING THE QUANTITY OF YOUR COFFEE/HOT WATER
The appliance can memorize your desired volume of coffee and
hot water. The range is from 25 to 250 ml.
1. Place a cup under the spout.
2. When making your coffee or dispensing hot water, press and hold
the button you selected. The appliance will continue to make the
cup of coffee.
3. When the appliance starts dispensing coffee/water, touch and
hold the button until you get the quantity needed. You will hear
two beep sounds meaning that the new quantity is memorized
by the appliance.
NOTE:
After changing the quantity you will not be able to restore the
default settings. You will have to adjust the quantity manually.
ADJUSTING THE GRIND
You can adjust the grinder to suit your taste by
turning adjuster knob in the bean container.
The dots on the adjuster knob indicate the
fineness of the grind.
If the coffee comes out slowly or does not come
out at all, turn the knob to the left.
For richer coffee with better foam, turn the knob to the right.
CAUTION!
Never try adjusting the grind when the grinder is not
operating. It may damage the grinder.

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SELECTING MODES
The appliance has three different settings: default setting, ECO
mode and speed mode. In ECO mode, the appliance helps to
save more energy.
In speed mode, the user can make their coffee faster than in
default setting.
Speed
Mode
Default
Setting ECO Mode
Illumination yes yes no
Pre-brewing* no yes yes
Auto shut-off time 30 min. 20 min. 10 min.
Cup volume memory yes yes yes
*The pre-brewing moistens the grounded beans in the brewer with
a small amount of water. It expands the coffee grounds to build up
a greater pressure in the brewer helping to extract oils and flavors
from the grounded beans.
1. When the appliance is in the standby mode, press and holds
for 5 seconds.
2. The buttons will have the following indications in different
settings:
Hot water
button
Espresso
button
Lungo
button
ECO Mode Lights ON Flashing Flashing
Speed Mode Flashing Lights ON Flashing
Default Setting Flashing Flashing Lights ON
3. Press the Hot Water button for ECO mode, Espresso button
for speed mode and Lungo button for default settings.
Two beeps will sound meaning that the new mode is applied.
4. If you want to keep the settings unchanged, press again or
wait for 5 seconds for the appliance to return to the standby
mode.

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FAVOURITE DRINK FUNCTION
You can use the favorite drink function to memorize your desired
volume of mild coffee and strong coffee.
1. Press and hold the favorite button for 2 seconds, then
and buttons will flash.
2. When you select either Espresso or Lungo and see the drinks
coming out, press and hold the button until you get the
volume needed. You will hear two beep sounds. The new
volume is memorized.
3. Press button to prepare a drink with your favorite settings.
DESCALING
If lights up stably, it means that the appliance requires
descaling. The appliance will remain in the best condition if
descaling is performed at least once a month or more regularly
depending on the hardness of the water used.
1. Fully fill the water tank.
2. Add one pack of the cleaning agent included in the box to the
water tank.
3. Plug in the appliance. Place a large container under the coffee
spout.
4. In standby mode, press and hold and Espresso button
for 5 seconds. Two beeps will be heard with and
flashing.
5. Press Espresso button to start the descaling process. To
return to the standby mode, press .
6. will start flashing when the appliance starts descaling
process. Be careful not to get burnt by the hot water.
7. When all the water in the water tank is dispensed out,
and will be flashing. Remove the remaining solution from
the water tank and fill the tank with tap water to the MAX.
When water tank is full, will go off. The appliance will
continue the descaling process.

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8. When the descaling is completed, the appliance will switch off
automatically.
CAUTION!
The descaling agent contains acids that can hurt skin
and eyes. Strictly follow the manufacturer’s safety
instructions on the packaging of the descaler.
Using unsuitable cleaning agents and irregular descaling
may cause malfunctions that are not covered by the
warranty.
To ensure the descaling process is carried out properly,
be patient during the process and wait until the
appliance switches off automatically.
EMPTY SYSTEM FUNCTION
The empty system function is recommended to use before long
period of non-use, for frost protection and before talking the
appliance to a service center.
1. In standby mode, press and hold the and together
for 5 seconds. will start flashing. Press to return to the
standby mode.
2. Remove the water tank from the appliance. will light up
stably indicating that the empty system function is in process.
3. When the empty system function is completed, the appliance
will switch off automatically.
CAUTION!
After performing EMPTY SYSTEM FUNCTION and
before the next use press the hot water button until
water comes out from spout.