DeLonghi EC9 UK User manual

instructions
Coffee Maker
EC9
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Coffee Maker EC9 2
Measuring spoon
Filter
Filter holder
Nozzles
Splash hood
ON/OFF Switch
Pilot light
Drip tray
Steam tube Steam knob
Strength selector
(depending on model)
Cap with safety valve
Adaptor for cups (if fitted)
Carafe with lid
Milk container
Milk
delivery
tube
Milk
frother
Milk lid
Boiler outlet
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Thank you for choosing this coffee machine. To get the very
best out of your new coffee machine it is advisable to read
these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only
way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety.
Using for the first time
Carefully unpack the coffee maker and remove all the packaging
material. Before using wash the accessories and surfaces. Do not
immerse the coffee maker in water;simply wipe with a cloth and
mild detergent if necessary. Do not put in the dishwasher or use
harsh,abrasive cleaners.
For the best tasting results prior to making coffee we recommend
that you flush the coffee maker out with cold water only, without
using coffee to remove any dust which may still be inside the cof-
fee maker. To do this follow the directions‘Preparing the coffee’.
Installation
• Place the coffee maker on a flat work surface at a safe distance
from taps and sinks.
• Check that the voltage corresponds to that indicated on the
appliance rating plate.The appliance must always be connected
to a well-earthed socket rated at 10A minimum.The manufac-
turer is not liable for damage caused by inadequate earthing of
the appliance.
• In the event of incompatibility between the plug on the appli-
ance and the socket,have the plug replaced by a qualified serv-
ice engineer.
If the cable is damaged or requires replacing,contact a service
centre authorised by the manufacturer only.
• Never install the machine in an environment that can reach a
temperature less than or equal to 0°C (the appliance may be
damaged if the water freezes).
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How to prepare the espresso coffee
1Unscrew the water tank cap by turning it anti-clockwise.
2Using the carafe supplied (fig.1) pour water into the boiler (fig.
2) according to the amounts shown in the table on page 10.
Do not exceed the amounts shown as this could cause the
appliance to malfunction.
While filling the boiler make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the
OFF position.
3Carefully close the boiler cap by turning it clockwise.
4Insert the filter into the filter-holder. (fig. 3).
5Fill the filter with ground coffee using the measures described in
the table (page 10) about 7 g per cup.Fill the filter evenly in
small doses to prevent the ground coffee from overflowing.(fig.
4).
IMPORTANT:Before adding the ground coffee to the filter
holder,make sure there is no coffee left from previous usage.
It is important to use medium ground coffee.(Avoid using too
finely ground coffee otherwise the filter can become blocked).
6Remove any excess coffee from the filter rim (fig.5).
7Attach the filter holder to the machine by positioning the han-
dle to the left of the boiler outlet,then pushing upwards and
turning the handle to the right (fig.6).
8Place the carafe with the lid on the drip tray,make sure the
nozzles on the filter holder fit inside the opening on the carafe’s
lid (fig.7).
Make sure that the steam knob is turned off.
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fig.1
fig.2
fig.3
fig.4
fig.5
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9Position the strength selector according to the flavour of coffee
desired,“light”,“medium” or “strong” (fig.8).
10 Press the ON/OFF switch (fig.9). The pilot light will light up.
11 The coffee will start to flow after approximately three minutes.
Turn off the power switch after sufficient coffee has been dis-
pensed.
12 Before removing the filter holder,residual pressure must be
released by slowly turning the steam knob (fig.10) so that the
residual steam can escape.
Note:for safety reasons the cap turns freely and cannot be
opened when the boiler is hot.The tank therefore cannot be
refilled until all the water has been used or until the boiler
cools down (to make this a quicker process,open the steam
knob).
13 To detach the filter holder,turn the handle from right to left.
To remove the used coffee lock the filter with the built-in lever
and let the coffee fall out by knocking the over turned filter
holder.
Coffee made directly into cups
The carafe can be used to make 2 or 4 cups of coffee.
If you prefer to make 2 cups only,fit the adaptor for cups to the
lower section of the filter-holder (fig.12) and place the cups direct-
ly underneath the nozzles.This will allow the coffee to flow directly
into the cups. fig.10
fig.11
fig.12
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fig.8
fig.9
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Making Cappuccino
A cappuccino is an espresso coffee with a froth topping made by
heating milk.
1Pour the quantity of milk required to make the cappuccino cof-
fees (about 100 ml for each cappuccino) into the milk container
(E) (fig.13). Never exceed the MAX level (corresponding to
about 250 mls) marked on the tank (fig.14) as milk may contin-
ue to drip from the milk tank tube after the cappuccino has
been made.Always use fresh cold milk.Never use hot milk.
2When preparing four cappuccino coffees, the milk in the tank
must be topped up.
3 Follow the steps 1-10 in the paragraph "Making Espresso
Coffee".Note that the amount of water needed to make 2 cups
of cappuccino is greater than that required for 2 cups of normal
coffee as it is also necessary to produce the steam to froth the
milk.
For best results the strength selector should be set to“MEDIUM”.
4Allow the coffee to drip into the carafe until it reaches the
number 2 or 4 marked on the side of the carafe,then select
"CAPPUCCINO".
5Pour the coffee into the cups amd place one cup at a time under-
neath the steam tube.
6Rotate the steam knob anticlockwise for at least one turn (fig.
15).The frothed milk from the tube will flow into the cup.
Continue until half the milk has been emptied from the tank,
then shut off the steam by rotating the knob clockwise. When
using small cups, to avoid splashes of milk,fit the splash
hood onto the milk tube (fig. 16).
7Repeat the operation for the number of cups required until suf-
ficient milk is in the cups.
8After preparing the last cappuccino,before turning the appliance
off,lift the intake tube in the container above the level of any
milk left as shown in fig.17 and rotate the steam knob anti-
clockwise.Allow the steam to discharge for a few seconds,then
close the knob with the tube extracted.For hygiene reasons,
this operation should always be performed to avoid stale milk
remaining in the circuits of the appliance.
9Finally, to avoid the milk solidifying,the milk container should be
washed immediately as described below in the "Cleaning the
milk frother" paragraph.
fig.13
fig.14
fig.15
fig.16
fig.17
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Hints
Making good espresso and cappuccino is not difficult however it
does require practice.The following tips will help you get the best
results from your machine:
•Warm the cups before filling with coffee.
•Use an espresso coffee for best results.
•Freshly ground coffee provides the best flavour.To maintain
flavour,fresh coffee is best stored in an airtight container in a
cool place, even in the fridge.
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Cleaning the filter holder
About every 300 coffees, clean the filter holder for ground coffee
as follows:
•Remove the filter
•Clean the inside of the filter holder. Never wash in a dishwash-
er.
•Rinse all components and clean the metal filter thoroughly in hot
water using a brush (fig.18).Make sure the holes in the metal fil-
ter are not blocked.If necessary,clean with a pin (fig. 19).
Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee.
Cleaning the espresso boiler outlet
About every 300 coffees, the espresso boiler outlet must be
cleaned as follows:
• check that the coffee machine is not warm and unplug from the
mains;
•using a screwdriver,unscrew the two screws that hold the out-
let of the espresso boiler (fig.20);
•clean the boiler with a damp cloth (fig.21);
•clean the outlet thoroughly in hot water using a brush. Make
sure the holes are not blocked.If necessary, clean with a pin.
• rinse the outlet under the tap, still scrubbing it;
• replace the outlet of the espresso boiler ensuring the screws
are replaced firmly.
Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee.
Cleaning the milk frother
IMPORTANT:the milk frother must be cleaned each time
you use it.
Proceed as follows:
•Remove the milk container by pressing the "PRESS" lever and at
the same time pulling upwards:wash with hot water.
•Remove the red frother by pressing on the clip (A) and at the
same time pulling upwards (fig.22).Remove the rubber mixer,
wash and clean with hot water, particularly the four holes indi-
cated in figure 23 (use a needle).Make sure the hole indicated
with the arrow B is not blocked.
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fig.20
fig.21
fig.22
B
fig.23
fig.18
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•Once clean,all elements must be replaced correctly. In particu-
lar, make sure the rubber mixer is inserted completely and that
the red frother is pushed in fully until it clicks into place.
If you do not clean the tube after use,milk frothing may not be
successful,the milk may not be sucked up or milk may drip
from the milk tube.
Descaling
It is advisable to clean the calcium from the machine every 200
cups of coffee. It is recommended to use specific (store bought)
products for descaling of espresso coffee machines.
If such products are not available,the following method is recom-
mended.
1. First clean the coffee machine, turn off and unplug from the
mains.
2. Fill the carafe to the brim with water.
3. Dissolve 1 spoonful (about 10/15 g) of citric acid in the water.
4. Pour the solution into the boiler.
5. Replace the boiler cap and leave the solution to work for about
30 minutes.
6. Place the selector in the "LIGHT" position..
7. Check that the filter holder is not attached and place the carafe
without the lid on the drip tray under the boiler outlet.
8. Plug the appliance into the mains.
9. Turn the coffee machine on.After a few minutes,the hot solu-
tion will start to flow through the boiler outlet into the carafe.
10.Place the steam tube in a glass or cup.Open the steam knob
for a few seconds while the descaling solution flows through
the milk frother.This cleans all residue of milk from inside the
milk frother and the tube.
11.Close the steam knob (the descaling solution will continue to
flow into the carafe).
12.When the solution stops flowing into the carafe, turn off and
allow the machine to cool down.
Rinse the carafe, the milk frother and milk container with hot
water.
13.To remove traces of the solution,perform at least 2 coffee-
making cycles without coffee.
Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee.
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SafetyWarnings
•This appliance is designed to make coffee.Take care during use
to avoid burns caused by sprays of hot water or steam and
avoid any improper use
•When the appliance is in use, do not touch any of the machine’s
hot surfaces.
•After unpacking,make sure that the machine is complete and
undamaged.In case of doubt, do not use the appliance and seek
the advice of a qualified service professional.
• Packaging materials (plastic bags,foam polystyrene, etc.) should
not be left within the reach of children as this could be a
potential source of danger.
•This appliance is to be used for domestic use only. Any other
use is to be considered improper and therefore, dangerous.
•The manufacturer takes no responsibility for damage derived
from improper use.
•Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands.
•Never allow the appliance to be used by children or unfit per-
sons.
•Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
•In the event of breakdown or malfunctioning,turn the appliance
off immediately and do not touch. For repairs, please contact a
Service Centre authorized by the manufacturer.Failure to observe
the above points may affect the safe use of the appliance.
•The power cable must never be replaced by the user. If the
cable should become damaged,or needs to be replaced, please
contact a Service Centre authorized by the manufacturer.
•When the appliance is not in use, turn off and disconnect the
plug from the socket.
•As with any electrical appliance,whilst the instructions aim to
cover as many eventualities as possible,caution and common
sense should be applied when operating your appliance, particu-
larly in the vicinity of young children.
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