Gaggia RI8177/50 User manual

Operation and maintenance manual
Before using the machine, please read the attached operating instructions.
Carefully read the safety rules
Manual de uso e manutenção
Antes de utilizar a máquina consulte estas instruções.
Leia atentamente as normas de segurança.

CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES ...........................................................2
APPLIANCE...............................................................................................................4
ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................5
STARTING THE MACHINE...........................................................................................................5
SETTING THE LANGUAGE..........................................................................................................6
«AQUA PRIMA»WATER FILTER ..................................................................................................7
DISPLAY ....................................................................................................................8
(OPTI-DOSE)INDICATES THE INDICATES THE COFFEE DOSE PER CUP..................................................8
ADJUSTMENTS.........................................................................................................9
COFFEE INTENSITY .................................................................................................................9
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE DRIP TRAY ..................................................................................9
COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT .................................................................................................9
BEVERAGE DISPENSING.......................................................................................10
ESPRESSO / COFFEE / LONG COFFEE........................................................................................10
DISPENSING BEVERAGES WITH PRE-GROUND COFFEE ...................................................................11
HOT WATER DISPENSING ........................................................................................................12
STEAM DISPENSING ..............................................................................................................13
CAPPUCCINO.......................................................................................................................14
MILK ISLAND (OPTIONAL) .......................................................................................................15
BEVERAGE PROGRAMMING..................................................................................16
BEVERAGE PROGRAMMING MENU .............................................................................................16
ESPRESSO / COFFEE / LONG COFFEE PROGRAMMING....................................................................17
PROGRAMMING THE MACHINE.............................................................................18
<LANGUAGE & DISPLAY> «LANGUAGE»MENU ............................................................................19
<LANGUAGE & DISPLAY> «CONTRAST»MENU ............................................................................19
<ALERTS AND ACOUSTIC SETTINGS> «READY MACHINE»MENU ......................................................20
<ALERTS AND ACOUSTIC SETTINGS> «KEY TONE»MENU ..............................................................20
«CUP-WARMING SURFACE»MENU............................................................................................20
<WATER SETTINGS> «RINSE».................................................................................................21
<WATER SETTINGS> «WATER FILTER»MENU ..............................................................................21
<WATER SETTINGS> «WATER HARDNESS»MENU.........................................................................22
BEVERAGE SETTINGS ...........................................................................................23
«PREBREWING»ADJUSTMENT.................................................................................................23
COFFEE TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................24

«OPTI-DOSE»ADJUSTMENT FOR COFFEE BREWING......................................................................24
WATER QUANTITY ADJUSTMENT FOR COFFEE BREWING..................................................................24
TIME/DATE SETTINGS............................................................................................25
SET CLOCK.........................................................................................................................25
DATE SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................26
STAND-BY SETTINGS .............................................................................................................27
MACHINE ON/OFF .................................................................................................................28
MAINTENANCE SETTINGS.....................................................................................30
«PRODUCT COUNT.» MENU ....................................................................................................30
«CLEANING CYCLE»MENU .....................................................................................................31
«BOILER DESCALING CYCLE»MENU .........................................................................................32
«LOCK DISPLAY»MENU .........................................................................................................34
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS.............................................................................................35
FACTORY SETTINGS ..............................................................................................................35
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................36
MAINTENANCE DURING OPERATION ...........................................................................................36
GENERAL MACHINE CLEANING .................................................................................................36
CLEANING THE BREW GROUP. .................................................................................................37
ERROR CODES.......................................................................................................38
TECHNICAL DATA ...................................................................................................39
SAFETY RULES.......................................................................................................40

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
During use, every precaution must be taken to limit the risk of fire, electric shock and/or accidents.
• Read carefully all the instructions and information listed in this manual and in any other booklet contained in the
packaging before turning on or using the espresso machine.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• To avoid fires, electric shocks or accidents, do not immerse the cord, plug or body of the machine in water or other
liquid.
• Be especially careful when using the espresso machine in the presence of children.
• Unplug the cord when the machine is not in use or during cleaning. Let it cool down before inserting or removing
parts and before cleaning.
• Do not use the machine with a damaged cord or plug or in the case of failure or breakdown. Have the machine
checked or repaired at the nearest customer service center.
• The use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer can cause damage to property or injury to persons.
• Do not use the espresso machine outdoors.
• Make sure the cord does not dangle or touch hot surfaces.
• Keep the espresso machine away from heat sources.
• Make sure the espresso machine's main switch is in the "Off" position before plugging it in. To turn it off, turn the
switch to "Off" and unplug the cord from the socket.
• Be extremely careful while using the steamer.
Any repair and/or assistance, with the exception of normal cleaning and maintenance operations, must be
performed by an authorized customer service center. Do not immerse the machine in water.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the tag corresponds to that of the electrical system of your home.
• Never use warm or hot water to fill the water tank. Use only cold water.
• Do not touch the machine's hot parts or the power cord with your bare hands during operation.
• Never wash the machine with corrosive detergents or abrasive utensils. Use only a soft cloth dampened with water.
• To slow down the formation of limescale, we recommend using filtered water.
WARNING

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GENERAL INFORMATION
This coffee machine is suitable for preparing espresso coffee using coffee beans and it is equipped with a
device to dispense steam and hot water.
Warning: no liability is assumed for any damage caused by:
• incorrect use not in accordance with the intended uses;
• repairs not carried out by authorized customer service centers;
• tampering with the power cable;
• tampering with any part of the machine;
• the use of non-original spare parts and accessories;
• failure to descale the machine or use at temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
IN THESE CASES, THE WARRANTY IS NOT VALID.
THE WARNING TRIANGLE INDICATES ALL IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE USER’S SAFETY. PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURIES!
HOW TO USE THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and make them available to anyone else who would use the coffee
machine. For further information or in case of problems, please refer to any authorized service center.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
• A short electrical cord has been provided to keep it from twisting or causing tripping.
• Extension cords can be used, but must be used with great care.
When an extension cord is used, check that:
a. the voltage listed on the extension cord corresponds to the electrical voltage of the appliance;
b. the cord has a grounded, three-prong plug (if the appliance's cord is of this type);
c. the cord does not dangle from the table to avoid tripping.
• Do not use multi-sockets
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ELECTRICAL CORD

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TOUCH-SCREEN Display
APPLIANCE
Compartment for
pre-ground coffee
ACCESSORIES
“Aqua Prima” water filter Ground coffee measuring scoop Water hardness tester
Grinder adjustment key Power cable
Brew Group
Coffee grounds drawer
Socket for power cable
Coffee bean hopper
Power button
Service door
Coffee bean hopper cover
Drip tray
Dispensing head
Drip tray + grill
Hot water / steam spout
Water tank
Hot water / steam knob
Cup warming surface
Button for raising/lowering
the drip tray + grill
“Milk Island” connection
E-Plus System
Lubricant for the brew group

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When the right temperature is reached, the machine performs a priming and
a rinse cycle of the internal circuits. A small quantity of water is dispensed.
Wait for this cycle to be completed automatically.
See page 21 to enable/disable the rinse function.
The screen for beverage dispensing appears on the display; see page 8.
INSTALLATION
Attach the female end of the power
cord to the machine. Insert the
male end into the power outlet
(see data tag).
Place a container beneath the hot
water spout.
Remove the coffee bean hopper
cover.
Fill the hopper with coffee beans.
Close the cover pushing it down
completely. Remove the water tank. We recommend installing the “Aqua
Prima” water filter (see page 7).
Press the main power button to the
“ON” position.
Make sure that the main power button is not pressed in the “ON” position.
Fill the tank with fresh drinking
water. Do not exceed the “max”
level indicated on the water tank.
Once filled place the tank back into
the machine.
STARTING THE MACHINE
TO ASSESS WATER HARDNESS, SEE “WATER
HARDNESS MENU” ON PAGE 22.

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These settings allow you to regulate the machine’s parameters to dispense coffee according to the
typical parameters of the country where it is used. For this reason, the languages are also differentiated
by location.
Set the clock and the calendar of the machine as shown on page 25.
SETTING THE LANGUAGE
INSTALLATION
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1.2.1.1.1 language
English
italiano (it)
Italiano (ch) Deutsch
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italiano (it)
Italiano (ch) Deutsch
English
italiano (it)
Italiano (ch) Deutsch
warming up
Press .
If necessary, press the key to
display the desired language.
Select the language.
Wait until the machine completes
the heating stage.
rinse
When the right temperature is
reached, the machine performs a
rinse cycle of the internal circuits.
rinse
A small quantity of water is
dispensed. Wait for this cycle to be
completed automatically. See page
21 to enable/disable the function.
The screen for product
dispensing appears on the
display.
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«AQUA PRIMA» WATER FILTER
To improve the quality of the water you use, and extend the life of your machine at the same time, it is
recommended that you install the “Aqua Prima” water filter. After installation, go to the water filter
initialization program (see programming). By using this program, the machine advises the user when the
water filter must be replaced.
Place a container beneath the hot
water spout.
Turn the knob until the
position is reached. Water
dispensing begins.
Remove the Aqua Prima water
filter from its packaging. Enter the
date of the current month.
Insert the water filter in its place
within the empty tank (see
figure);
Press down until it clicks into
place.
Fill the tank with fresh drinking
water. Let the water filter soak in
the full tank for 30 minutes for
correct initialization.
on
reload water
filter
off
1.2.4 water settings
rinse
on
water
hardness
3/4
water filter
off
Have you replaced the old water
filter with a new one?
Access programming (see page
18 and 19). Press “water settings”.
Press “reload water filter”.
Press “water filter”.
Press the key to confirm the
activation of the new water filter.
1.2.4.2. water filter
Once finished, the “close steam knob” message appears on the display. Turn the knob back to the rest position ( ).
Fill the water tank if necessary.
The machine is now ready for use and the “Aqua Prima” water filter control is active (see page 21).
1.2 machine settings
language & display
cup-warming
surface water
settings
alerts and acoustic
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• To get the desired coffee, press the corresponding symbol on the display.
The machine automatically performs all the necessary operations.
• Press the icon twice to make 2 cups.
press twice
light medium strong
The color intensity of the icon indicates the quantity of coffee to be
ground for preparing each beverage.
The greater the quantity of coffee ground, the stronger the coffee
will be.
DISPLAY
Go to the “text
format” menu Enter the programming menu
It is possible to change the type of display and choose between “icon format” and “text format”
ICON FORMAT
Go to the “icon
format” menu
TEXT FORMAT
(OPTI-DOSE) INDICATES THE COFFEE DOSE PER CUP
When the machine is programmed to use pre-ground coffee or
when a beverage is customized, the icon is displayed in a different
way and/or accompanied by an asterisk (see the paragraphs about
programming beverages). pre-ground customization
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espresso
mild
coffee
medium
long
coffee
strong
go to
menu
Enter the clock
menu
The Gaggia coffee machine allows using all types of coffee beans available on the market (except
caramelized ones).
However, coffee is a natural product and its features may change according to its origin and blend.
With some coffee blends it could happen that, after choosing the coffee, it is not brewed and the machine
returns to the initial status.
In such cases, reduce the quantity of coffee to be ground (e.g.: from “strong” to “medium”), using this
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MEDIUM
COFFEE
STRONG
COFFEE
MILD
COFFEE
COFFEE INTENSITY
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE DRIP TRAY
The machine lets you make slight adjustments to the coffee grinder to adapt it to the kind of coffee used.
The adjustment must be performed by pressing the pin
located inside the coffee hopper. This must be pressed and
turned by means of the supplied key only. Press and turn
the pin one notch at a time and brew 2-3 cups of coffee; the
grinder adjustment can only be noticed in this way.
The references located inside the container indicate the
grind setting.
COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT
FINE GRINDMEDIUM GRINDCOARSE GRIND
ADJUSTMENTS
Adjust the drip tray before dispensing any products so as to use any kind of cup.
To raise the drip tray, slightly press on the upper key. To
lower the drip tray, slightly press on the lower key.
When the desired height is reached, release the key.
Note: empty and clean the drip tray daily.
To adjust the intensity of the brewed coffee.
The coffee may even be adjusted while
brewing. This adjustment has an immediate
effect on the selected type of brewing.
E-PLUS SYSTEM - ESPRESSO PLUS SYSTEM
The E-Plus System has been carefully designed to give your coffee the intense taste you desire. Simply
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Choose a beverage and press the
corresponding icon on the display:
once for 1 cup or twice for 2 cups.
The machine begins grinding the
set quantity of coffee. The machine begins dispensing the selected beverage.
BEVERAGE DISPENSING
COFFEE BREWING CAN BE STOPPED AT ANY TIME BY PRESSING “STOP
COFFEE”.
THE STEAM SPOUT MAY REACH HIGH TEMPERATURES: DANGER OF SCALDING.
DO NOT TOUCH IT WITH BARE HANDS.
To brew 2 cups, the machine dispenses half of the entered quantity and briefly interrupts dispensing in order
to grind the second coffee dose. Coffee dispensing is then restarted and completed.
This procedure shows how to dispense an espresso. To dispense another type of coffee, press the appropriate
icon. Use appropriate espresso or coffee cups so that the coffee does not overflow.
The machine ends dispensing automatically on the basis of the quantity determined by the manufacturer. It is
possible to customize this quantity. See page 16.
Position 1-2 cup(s) to dispense an
espresso Position 1-2 cup(s) to dispense a coffee or a long coffee
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The machine allows you to use pre-ground and decaffeinated coffee.Pre-ground coffee must be poured into
the appropriate compartment positioned next to the coffee bean hopper. Only use coffee ground for espresso
machines and never coffee beans or instant coffee. (see the “Beverage programming” section on page 16)
WARNING: PUT PRE-GROUND COFFEE INTO THE COMPARTMENT ONLY WHEN
YOU WISH TO DISPENSE THIS TYPE OF BEVERAGE.
INSERT ONLY ONE SCOOP OF GROUND COFFEE AT A TIME. TWO CUPS OF
COFFEE CANNOT BE DISPENSED AT THE SAME TIME.
Press the appropriate key. The
display will show:
Pour pre-ground coffee in the
appropriate compartment using the
measuring scoop provided.
Note:
• If brewing does not start within 30 seconds from the appearance of the message (3), the machine will return
to the main menu and discharge any inserted coffee into the coffee grounds drawer;
• If no pre-ground coffee is poured into the compartment, only water will be dispensed;
• If the dose is excessive or if 2 or more scoops of coffee are added, the machine will not dispense the
beverage and the coffee in the compartment will be discharged into the coffee grounds drawer.
The preparation of a coffee with pre-ground coffee is shown in the example given below. The pre-ground
coffee option is shown with an asterisk on the selected beverage.
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Place 1 cup to brew one coffee. A message reminds the user to
pour pre-ground coffee into the
appropriate compartment.
coffee
stop
coffee
The machine begins dispensing
the selected beverage.
add pre-ground
coffee!
start!
Press “start!” to begin brewing.
coffee
stop
coffee
coffee
stop
coffee
add pre-ground
coffee!
start!
DISPENSING BEVERAGES WITH PRE-GROUND COFFEE

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BEVERAGE DISPENSING
Place a container beneath the
steam/hot water spout.
Turn the knob until the
position is reached.
Wait until the machine has
dispensed the desired quantity of
water.
When the machine has dispensed
the desired quantity, turn the knob
until it is in the rest position ( ).
To dispense another cup
of hot water, repeat these
operations.
Press the icon.
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hot
water
Select hot water dispensing.
hot water
steam
hot
water
hot water
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Press to return to the main
menu.
Note: if the display shows the hot water icon , hot water may be dispensed by simply turning the knob as shown
at step 4.
HOT WATER DISPENSING
DISPENSING MAY BE PRECEDED BY SHORT SPURTS OF HOT WATER AND SCALDING IS
POSSIBLE. THE HOT WATER/STEAM SPOUT MAY REACH HIGH TEMPERATURES: DO NOT
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Place a container with the
beverage to be warmed up
beneath the steam spout.
Heat the beverage; move the
container while heating.
When you have finished, turn the
knob until it is in the rest
position ( ).
After dispensing, clean the steam spout as described on page 36.
Note: if the display shows the steam icon , steam may be dispensed by simply turning the knob as shown at
step 4.
Repeat the operations to
heat another beverage.
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water
steam
Press the icon. Select steam dispensing.
Turn the knob until the
position is reached.
steam
hot
water
Press to return to the main
menu.
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STEAM DISPENSING
DISPENSING MAY BE PRECEDED BY SHORT SPURTS OF HOT WATER AND SCALDING IS
POSSIBLE. THE HOT WATER/STEAM SPOUT MAY REACH HIGH TEMPERATURES: DO NOT
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BEVERAGE DISPENSING
steam
hot
water
steam
Select steam dispensing (see steps 2
and 3 on page 13).
Immerse the steam spout in the
milk.
Turn the knob until the
position is reached.
Froth the milk: move the cup
during heating. When you have finished, turn the knob until it is in the rest
position ( ).
Fill 1/3 of the cup with cold milk.
Place the cup beneath the
dispensing head.
steam
hot
water
steam
Press to return to the main
menu.
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Press the key once to brew coffee.
CAPPUCCINO
DISPENSING MAY BE PRECEDED BY SHORT SPURTS OF HOT WATER AND SCALDING IS
POSSIBLE. THE HOT WATER/STEAM SPOUT MAY REACH HIGH TEMPERATURES: DO NOT
TOUCH IT WITH BARE HANDS. USE THE APPROPRIATE HANDLE ONLY.
After dispensing, clean the steam spout as described on page 36.
To dispense 2 cappuccinos:
• froth two cups of milk by following steps 1 to 6;
• dispense two coffees by following steps 7 to 9 (then press the icon of the desired coffee twice).

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MILK ISLAND (OPTIONAL)
This device, which may be purchased separately, enables you to easily and comfortably prepare delicious
cappuccinos.
Warning: before using the Milk Island, read the manual and all precautions carefully for
correct use.
Important note: the quantity of milk in the carafe must never be below the “MIN” minimum
level nor exceed the “MAX” maximum level. Thoroughly clean all the Milk Island components
after use.
To guarantee best results when preparing cappuccino, we recommend using cold
(0-8°C / 32-45°F), partially skimmed milk.
Fill the milk carafe with the quantity of
milk desired (between the MIN and
MAX levels indicated).
Place the milk carafe onto the base
of the Milk Island. Check that the
light on the base is green.
Remove the carafe using the
handle. Gently swirl the carafe and pour the milk into the cup. Position the cup with frothed milk under the dispensing head.
Dispense coffee into the cup.
Turn the knob to the
position.
Wait for the milk to be frothed. When the desired milk froth has
been reached, turn the knob until
it is in the rest position ( ).
The machine will stop
automatically after dispensing
steam continuously for 2
minutes.
To dispense more steam turn the
knob to the ( ) position and then
back to the position.

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BEVERAGE PROGRAMMING MENU
Hold down the beverage key for two
seconds
Every beverage can be programmed according to your individual tastes. This is shown by an asterisk on the
customized beverage.
To program the desired beverage:
Once a beverage has been customized, the machine will use these settings when
brewing that particular beverage. To modify the quantity of coffee, you must reset
the customization.
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To brew a different amount of coffee
than the one preset by the
manufacturer, press “custom coffee
dose” before the end of the brewing
cycle in progress. When the desired
quantity is reached, press “stop
coffee”.
By pressing start! the machine
prepares to brew coffee. The machine will automatically start and finish a brewing cycle according to
the standard settings.
The brewing cycle may be
interrupted only by pressing
“stop coffee”.
If the key is not pressed the
coffee may overflow.
Once brewing is completed, you
must press within five
seconds.
If is not pressed the
machine returns to the main
menu and the customized
settings will not be saved.
The display shows the confirmation
of the saved settings, and the
machine automatically returns to the
main menu.
After pressing “start!”, the
machine will perform a
brewing cycle.
ESPRESSO / COFFEE / LONG COFFEE PROGRAMMING
Enter the menu of the coffee to be
customized (press the corresponding
icon for two seconds).
In this phase you can:
select the use of
pre-ground coffee
save settings return to the previous
window
select the quantity of
coffee to be ground
(opti-dose)
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coffee coffee
stop
coffee
custom
coffee dose
standard
coffee
dose
coffee
stop
coffee
custom
coffee dose
coffee
saved!
coffee

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Some of the machine’s functions
may be programmed according
to your custom settings.
Press “go to menu”.
The main programming menu will appear.
programming the machine
operations (see page 19.)
beverage programming
(see page 23)
setting (see page 25):
- current date and time;
- stand-by mode;
- turn on/off times over the span
of a day (energy saving).
Exit
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1. main menu
beverage
settings machine settings
time/date
settings
MACHINE SETTINGS
maintenance
settings
Next page
cleaning cycles
(see page 30)
activate stand-by mode
special functions
(see page 35)
Exit
2. main menu
special
settings
Previous page
After having set each of the following menus, press
-to return to the previous screen WITHOUT saving the new settings;
-to save;
-to return to the main menu WITHOUT saving the new settings.