GE P7CESAS6RBB User manual
ENGLISH / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL
SEMI AUTOMATIC
ESPRESSO MACHINE + FROTHER
P7CESAS6RBB
49-9000027 Rev. 1 08-21 GEA
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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A
PART OF YOUR HOME.
Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first,
we’re happy to have you in the family.
We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that
goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.
Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that
we can deliver important product information and warranty details
when you need them.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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Table of Contents
Product Registration
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................4
GETTING STARTED ..........................................6
COMPONENTS ..............................................7
CONTROLS .................................................8
ACCESSORIES ..............................................8
FUNCTIONS.................................................9
ALERTS ...................................................10
NOTIFICATION LED ......................................... 11
USING YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE ...........................12
CARE AND CLEANING.......................................16
TIPS ......................................................18
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................19
WiFi CONNECT.............................................21
FCC STATEMENT ...........................................22
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................24
CONSUMER SUPPORT.......................................25
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #_________________
Serial # _________________
Find these numbers on a label on the back of the machine.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for
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domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for
use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.
• Read all instructions before using
• Use only a 120 V, 60 Hz standard electrical supply that is properly grounded in
accordance with the National Electric Code and local codes and ordinances.
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and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
• Do not use outdoors. Household use only.
• Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.
• Use of any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer can cause
injuries.
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reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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burns.
• Make sure the drip tray is always present during use.
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modify, or replace any part of your product.
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replace the power cord on your own.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact GE Appliances
at the website listed in the Contact Us section for information on examination,
repair, or adjustment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for
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domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for
use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.
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• Do not allow children to touch the appliance or the power cord during the
operation
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the appliance and be a risk of an electric shock.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
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dangerous and should be avoided.
• Do not operate the hot water function continuously for more than one tank of
water.
• Check hopper for presence of foreign objects before usage.
• Avoid contacting moving parts. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock
mechanisms.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
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• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
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the brew process.
WARNING RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
ŶTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK).
ŶDo not attempt to repair or replace any part of your espresso machine unless
it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be
performed by authorized service personnel.
ŶA short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to
reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord.
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Getting Started
NOTE: For household use only.
Drip Tray
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General Information
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grounds may result in clogging and short shots. See page 15
for instructions on dialing in your perfect shot.
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Machine purges when powered on.
Water Tank
ŶRemove the water tank and orange seal from the bottom
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ŶRemove the bean hopper from the packaging
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machine.
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dial instructions on page 15.
Ready to Use!
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Components
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Bean Hopper
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Grinder Rotor and Burr
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tray and dispose of the liquid. Replace back in the machine before next use.
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Accessories
Control Panel
Cleaning Kit
Control Knob
Controls
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Milk Pitcher
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machine.
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Functions
Buttons
Power
Press the power button to turn on the espresso
machine.
Grind
Press the Grind button once for a single espresso
and twice quickly for a double espresso.
Single (Espresso)
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Double
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and extraction time.
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NOTE: Coffee ground amounts and espresso
volumes may vary depending on bean type
and machine settings.
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result in an overflowing portafilter and weaker
coffee. Larger grind sizes can be used for
other coffee types.
NOTE: Using an overly fine grind size may
result in not enough grounds to fill the filter,
as well as overpressure. Finer grind settings
are included for user to adjust grind size as
grinder dulls with use.
Program
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espresso volume for Single, Double, or coffee
amount for Grind.
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selected.
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LED bar will increase with each press.
3. When desired volume or grind amount is
reached, press the Program button again to
confirm.
NOTE: Espresso volumes are inherently small,
and the range of volume adjustment is finite.
NOTE: Changes to volumes may affect the
flavor of the espresso.
NOTE: To return the machine to factory
default settings press and hold Grind and
Single buttons for 3 seconds.
NOTE: Only the Single shot grind amount can
be adjusted manually. To adjust Double grind
amount, refer to the SmartHQ app.
Control Knob
Steam
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when the control knob is in the Steam position.
CAUTION To avoid possible burns to
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wand during or after steaming. Do not remove
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the steam wand. No coffee is used during this
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when the control knob is in the Hot Water position.
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Error Alerts
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brushes to resolve. Locked rotor error can be
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repeated, machine times out or is powered down.
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grinder has been running for at least 3 minutes
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grinder has cooled, the indicator will disappear
and the machine is ready to use again.
Descale / Descaling
Descale alert will appear when it is time to run a
descale cycle for best operation and life span of
the machine.
Descaling alert will appear when descaling is in
process. See page 16 for descaling process.
Grinding
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in process.
NOTE: Press the Grind button a second time to
cancel the function.
Add Water
Add water indicator appers when water tank is
low on water or water tank is missing.
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Notification LED Bar
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Alerts
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Single and Double
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using the Single or Double function.
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volume of grounds.
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4. Press the Grind button. Refer to table.
5. When grinding is complete, remove the
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any excess grounds from the rim of the
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channeling through the grounds.
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locks into place as shown.
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8. Press the Single or Double button to begin
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machine will release internal pressure as it is
cooling down by slowly releasing excess water into
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tray until the process is complete.
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NOTE: Make sure the control knob is always in the neutral position when NOT
using the Steam and Hot Water functions.
NOTE: The steam wand swivels for easier use. DO NOT pull on steam wand.
CAUTION To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot
steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming.
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quickly insert the wand into the milk. Proceed
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recommended to purge the steam wand immediately after every use by quickly
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pressure as it is cooling down by slowly pumping access water and steam into the
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remove the drip tray until the process is complete.
Hot Water
NOTE: If using the Hot Water function after steam, allow the machine to dispense
excess steam before using this function per note above.
NOTE: Hot water volume and temperature can be adjusted via the SmartHQ app.
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How to Wake the Machine
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Factory Reset
Press and hold the Single and Grind buttons together for 3 seconds to turn reset all
programmable settings back to the factory settings.
Snooze Descale Alert
Press and hold the Program and Double buttons together for 3 seconds to snooze the Descale
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consistent results between varying grind
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grind size adjustments and bean types
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Dial In Instructions
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results with ease.
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3. Gently tap the sides of the portafilter to even out the coffee distribution.
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the portafilter and brew your espresso.
5. Weigh the liquid espresso to find the brew ratio. Brew ratios are personal preference,
but can be used to guide your taste as well.
• Brew ratio is defined as the ratio of coffee grounds in the portafilter to liquid
espresso.
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brew ratio.
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WARNING Allow heating element to completely cool to avoid risk of fire
or injury and disconnect power prior to cleaning or service.
CAUTION To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from
hot steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after frothing. Do not
remove pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.
Cleaning your Espresso Machine
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ŶDO NOT place any part of the espresso machine in the dishwasher. Hand wash
only.
NOTE: When not in use for long periods of time, such as vacation, run System Empty
Cycle, dry water tank, and open water tank lid.
Descale
Descale process consists of 2 stages and will take approximately 30 minutes. Descale
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this manual.
NOTE: If descale is not properly completed, unit may timeout and return to IDLE state.
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the quality of descaling process. Run descale again.
NOTE: During descaling the unit will dispense continuously as well as pulse dispense
for a better cleaning.
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dissolved.
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4. Press the Program button to enter edit mode. Grind, Single, and DoubleZLOOÀDVK
5. Rotate the control knob to Steam. Water starts dispensing.
6. After all water is dispensed, Check Knob will illuminate. Rotate the control knob to
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STAGE 2
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brew head and steam wand.
2. Rotate the control knob to Steam. Water starts dispensing.
3. After all water is dispensed Check Knob will illuminate, Rotate the control knob to
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NOTE: As an alternative, a 1:1 ratio of water and white vinegar can be used as a
cleaning solution for the descaling process.
Care and Cleaning
17
Cleaning the Grinder
Be sure to place a cup or container under the grinder
when completing this process to collect loose grounds
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least once a week.
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machine.
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from the grinder. Make sure to clean the grinder
from top and bottom of the grinder chute.
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NOTE: Do not use hands to wipe away grounds,
only use the brushes provided.
Cleaning the Steam Wand
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cleaning pin provided to clear the tip of any debris.
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completely before using again.
Use the cleaning pin provided to clear out the bottom of the
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System Emptying
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Use this function when storing the machine for long periods.
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ŶPress and hold the Power and Double button together for 3
seconds to put the machine into system emptying mode.
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Checking Your Water Hardness
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are gathered, please refer to the SmartHQ app to set the water hardness level.
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Cleaning
brushes
Care and Cleaning
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Cleaning Brush
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is mainly distinguished from other coffee drinks by the correct grind size and brew process, not
the type, origin, or roast of the coffee beans. Any coffee bean can be used in making your
espresso!
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Espresso has a very small volume and will cool quicker if brewed in a cold cup.
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time. If using the machine for longer than an hour, place your cups on the top of the machine to
heat them up before use.
ŶMilks or Milk substitutes with higher fat contents are better at creating a creamier, thicker
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bubbles.
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tamping. Adjust the amount of grounds to achieve optimal coffee puck thickness.
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drinks like Cappuccinos and Lattes are classics admired by many.
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than espresso and brewing espresso immediately after steaming will affect the taste of espresso.
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much as doubled in volume.
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ŶHow to steam milk:
NOTE: Steam wand may purge hot water while preheating. Introduce steam wand into milk after
preheating.
1. After steam is preheated and ready, place the tip of the steam wand right under the surface
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the milk and continue to steam until desired temperature is reached. Place a hand under
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uncomfortable, optimal temperature is achieved.
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head of foam.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Appliance does
not work/does not
turn on
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No or delayed
response from
pressing buttons on
control panel
Panel may be dirty or wet. Clean the panel with cloth provided and
ensure panel is dry.
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enough
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brewing to warm up.
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machine prior to use.
Water/Steam does
not come out of
steam wand
Excessive scale has built up. Descale the appliance as directed on
page 16.
Empty system function may have been
used.
Run the hot water function until water
starts dispensing.
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starts dispensing.
Something is blocking the steam wand. Run the hot water function until water
starts dispensing.
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not come out of
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Empty portafilter and try again with
a larger grind size or less force while
tamping.
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dosage.
Espresso shot has
no crema
Coffee grounds are too coarse. Adjust coffee bean grind size to a finer
setting during grinding operation or use
a double layer filter provided.
Coffee beans are not fresh. Change coffee beans.
Appliance takes too
long to heat up
Excessive scale has built up. Descale the appliance.
Water tank is empty
but "Add Water"
alert does not show
up
Water sensor is detecting water on the
outside of the water tank.
ŶWipe the water tank and back area of
the machine completely dry.
ŶAvoid pouring water directly into the
water tank. It is recommended to pull
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machine.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Grinder is making
a very loud sharp
noise
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the Care and Cleaning section.
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watery
Grinder setting is too coarse. Adjust coffee bean grind size to a finer
setting during grinding operation.
Water volume is too large. Go to the SmartHQ app and adjust
coffee settings.
No steam or hot
water is coming out
of the steam wand
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water is up to temperature, the process
will begin.
Steam or hot water
have stopped
dispensing
mid-process
Water tank is empty. Refill the water tank to continue
process.
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NOTE: Hot Water will stop automatically
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volume can be changed in SmartHQ.
Restart the desired function.
There is water
underneath the drip
tray
Residual water, steam, or condensation
may be present underneath the drip
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problem.
Wipe the area under the drip tray with a
cloth or towel.
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not turn and lock
into place in
group-head
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correct angle to be inserted.
Ensure the portafilter is level and
inserted at a 45 degree angle before
twisting.
Dosage is too large and is coming in
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Remove a small amount of coffee from
portafilter or use a lower dosage.
Poor crema
formation and weak
espresso.
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extraction.
Adjustments may be made using the
SmartHQ app for high altitude settings.
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