DeLonghi EDP6ST User manual

instructions
Percolators
EDP6ST/EDP12ST
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Description of appliance
The following terms are used throughout the instruction manual
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Thank you for choosing this De’Longhi percolator.To get
the best results from your new percolator it is advisable to
read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maxi-
mum safety.
Using for the first time
Carefully unpack the percolator and remove all the packaging
material.Before using wash all of the removable parts (fig. 1) lid,
basket cover,filter basket and water tube, with warm soapy water,
rinse well. Do not immerse the percolator in water,simply rinse
out and 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 percolate cold water only, without using coffee to remove
any dust which may still be inside the coffee maker. To do this fol-
low the directions below in‘How to prepare the coffee’.
Installation
•Place the appliance on a working surface away from water taps
and sinks.
•Check that the mains supply corresponds to the voltage on the
appliance rating plate. Connect the appliance to a correctly-
earthed power socket (minimum rating 10A) only.The manufac-
turer declines all liability for any accidents due to the incorrect
earthing of the appliance.
•With the specially designed 360° power base and central con-
nector, you can now set the percolator on the base at any
angle, from any position. Release the cord from around the
base and adjust the length to reach the socket (fig.2). Do not
leave loose cord hanging over the edge of the work surface.
•Please read safety warnings and electrical requirements before
using this appliance.
How to prepare the coffee
• Remove the percolator lid, basket cover,filter basket and water
tube. Remove the percolator from the base unit before filling.
• Fill with fresh clean cold water up to level for the number of
cups required (fig.3). Do not overfill the appliance beyond the 6
or 12 cup mark (depending on model).On certain models, the
quantity of water can be seen in the water level indicator (fig.
3).Otherwise, check the graduated scale inside the appliance.
• Place the tube correctly into the appliance and insert the filter
basket.
To improve brewing,we suggest you damp the basket before
inserting it into the tube (fig 4).
Fig.1
Fig.2
Fig.3
Fig.4
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Fig.6
Fig.7
Fig.8
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•Place the required quantity of coffee into the basket (fig.5).See
Table 1 page 6 for suggested quantities of coffee.
Replace the basket cover and lid.
We recommend using coffee ground specifically for percola-
tors,as the coffee grounds are larger in size and will not pass
through the basket during the brewing process.
•The flavour of the coffee can be made weaker or stronger by
simply rotating the thermostat knob between the LIGHT posi-
tion (weak flavour) and the DARK (strong flavour).
It is quite normal for the coffee to be cooler when the thermo-
stat knob is in the LIGHT position,than when in the DARK
position.
The setting of the thermostat knob can also be changed during
operation.For example, if the thermostat knob is in the DARK
position,you can interrupt coffee delivery by turning the knob
to the KEEPWARM position.
If the thermostat knob is in the LIGHT position,you can turn
the knob to the DARK position and resume operation for a
further period of time until a higher temperature is obtained
and the coffee has a stronger flavour.
• Place the percolator on the base.The appliance starts operating
when plugged into the mains socket.The indicator light (fig.7)
will come on.
Coffee preparation takes about one minute per cup.At the end
of this time, the appliance automatically enters the KEEPWARM
mode and the ON/OFF indicator light (fig.8) comes on.
Note that the KEEPWARM function continues even if all the
coffee is not poured.The thermostat senses that the liquid in
the percolator is still hot and does not resume coffee making
(even when the thermostat knob is positioned between LIGHT
and DARK).
If the percolator is removed and filled with cold water, when
the knob is between LIGHT and DARK,the appliance will
immediately start to prepare coffee.
IMPORTANT: make sure the lid is on firmly before using the
percolator.
To avoid overheating and energy consumption,we suggest you
do not put the empty percolator on the base when it is plugged
in and swiched on.
Fig.5
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Cleaning and Maintenance
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance operations,turn
the percolator off,unplug from the power socket and allow to cool
down.
Remove the basket cover, filter basket and water tube, taking care
to avoid getting burnt.The remaining coffee and coffee grounds
could still be hot!
• When cleaning the coffee maker, do not use solvents or abra-
sive detergents.A soft,damp cloth is sufficient.
• Never immerse the coffee maker in water: it is an electrical
appliance.
•The basket cover,filter basket and water tube can be washed in
a dishwasher.
•Put the appliance away without closing the lid.
Descaling
If the water in your local area is hard,lime scale will form over
time.These deposits may affect the correct operation of the appli-
ance.
The appliance should be descaled every 40 uses.To descale, always
use the special descaling products for coffee machines available on
the market.
• Fill the appliance with 1 litre of water.
• Dissolve the quantity of descaler indicated on the descaler
pack.
• Operate the appliance as though making coffee.
•When the coffee maker has ceased functioning,remove the
appliance from the base and leave to act for about two hours.
• Finally,rinse the inside of the appliance and all accessories thor-
oughly.
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TIPS
For optimum results,you are recommended to use ground
American coffee as it is coarsely ground and will not pass through
the filter.
* 1 standard measure corresponds to 2 heaped tablespoons
The quantities indicated in the table are approximate and must be
adjusted to your personal taste and the quality of the coffee.
N° OF
CUPS N. of STANDARD MEASURESTO USE*
LIGHT NORMAL STRONG
12 6 10
10 5 79
8468
6346
52-3/4 3-1/2 5
4234
3
2
1-3/4
1-1/2
2-3/4
2
3-1/2
2-1/2
Table 1
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SAFETYWARNINGS
• This appliance is designed to "make coffee".Take care to avoid
burns caused by the water or steam or improper use of the
appliance.
• Never touch hot parts.
•After removing the packaging,make sure that the product is
complete. If in doubt,do not use the appliance and contact
qualified personnel only.
•This appliance is for home use only.All other uses are consid-
ered improper and thus dangerous.
•The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage
caused by improper, erroneous and unreasonable use.
•Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet.
•Never allow the appliance to be used without supervision by
children or unfit persons.
•Children must be supervised at all times to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
•In the event of failures or malfunction,switch off the appliance
and do not tamper with it in any way. For repairs,contact an
authorized Service Centre only and request original spare parts.
Failure to observe the above points may affect the safety of the
appliance.
•The power cable must not be replaced by the user as this
requires the use of special tools.If the power cable is damaged
or needs replacing,contact an authorized Service Centre.
•Ensure that your mains supply voltage is the same as that
marked on the underside of your percolator.
•If the percolator is overfilled,boiling water may be ejected,
•Do not remove the lid while the water is boiling,
•The percolator can only be used with the stand povided.
•Remove the plug from the mains socket and turn off the main
switch when the appliance is not in use.Do not leave the appli-
ance switched on unnecessarily.
•Do not immerse the appliance in water.
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Electrical requirements
Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage indicated
on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your
home, if you are in any doubt about your supply contact your
local electricity company.
The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug
having a fuse of 13 amp capacity.Should this plug not fit the socket out-
lets in your home,it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable plug,
following the procedure outlined below.
Note: Such a plug cannot be used for any other appliance and should
therefore be properly disposed of and not left where children might find
it and plug it into a supply socket - with the obvious consequent danger.
N.B.We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that
can be switched off when the machine is not in use.
important: the wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug,proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth
symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely
retained in each terminal.Do not forget to tighten the mains lead clamp
on the plug.If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket out-
lets,or if you are in doubt,consult a qualified electrician.
Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this
operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be
replaced with a flexible cord of the same size.
After replacement of a fuse in the plug,the fuse cover must be refitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is
that of the coloured insert in the base of the fuse recess or elsewhere
on the plug.Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse
cover.
Only 13amp replacement fuses which are asta approved to B.S. 1362
should be fitted.
This appliance conforms to the Norms EN 55014 regarding the sup-
pression of radio interference.
warning - this appliance must be earthed
Green andYellow to Earth
Blue to
Neutral
13 amp
Fuse
Brown
to Live
Cord Clamp
GREENANDYELLOW
BLUE
BROWN
EARTH
NEUTRAL
LIVE
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