Miele DGC 6800 User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Built-in coffee machine
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en – AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 499 940

Packaging material / Disposal of old machine
2
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Therefore, please do not dispose of
your old appliance with your household
waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre.
Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.

Contents
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Packaging material / Disposal of old machine .................................................. 2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 6
Guide to the appliance ....................................................................................... 16
Exterior view.......................................................................................................... 16
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 18
Operating principles............................................................................................ 19
Touch display ........................................................................................................ 19
Operating actions.................................................................................................. 20
Symbols in the display .......................................................................................... 23
Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 24
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 24
Switching on for the first time ............................................................................... 24
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 25
Filling the water container.................................................................................. 26
Filling the coffee bean container ....................................................................... 27
Switching the coffee machine on and off ......................................................... 28
Spout adjustment ................................................................................................ 29
Making drinks ...................................................................................................... 30
Making a coffee drink............................................................................................ 30
Dispensing a double portion ................................................................................. 31
Cancelling preparation .......................................................................................... 31
Preparing several cups of coffee - Coffee pot ...................................................... 31
Drinks made with ready ground coffee ................................................................. 32
Drinks with milk ..................................................................................................... 33
Preparing hot water ............................................................................................... 35
Preparing User profile drinks................................................................................. 35
After a drink has been prepared............................................................................ 36
Coffee the way you like it ................................................................................... 37
Grinder setting....................................................................................................... 37
Changing the parameters of a drink...................................................................... 38
Amount of coffee................................................................................................... 38
Brewing temperature ............................................................................................. 38
Pre-brewing ground coffee.................................................................................... 39
Portion size .......................................................................................................... 40

Contents
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Resetting drink settings...................................................................................... 41
User profiles......................................................................................................... 42
Calling up User profiles ......................................................................................... 42
Creating a User profile........................................................................................... 42
Selecting a User profile ......................................................................................... 42
Changing a name .................................................................................................. 42
Deleting a profile ................................................................................................... 42
Changing a User profile......................................................................................... 43
User profiles: Creating and editing your own drinks ....................................... 44
Creating a drink..................................................................................................... 44
Changing a drink: Changing the portion sizes, drinks parameters and names .... 44
Deleting drink ........................................................................................................ 44
MyMiele ................................................................................................................ 45
Settings ................................................................................................................ 46
Open the Settings menu ....................................................................................... 46
Changing and saving settings ............................................................................... 46
Overview of available settings............................................................................... 47
Language............................................................................................................... 49
Time of day............................................................................................................ 49
Date ....................................................................................................................... 49
Timer ..................................................................................................................... 50
Eco mode .............................................................................................................. 52
Lighting.................................................................................................................. 52
Start screen ........................................................................................................... 53
Info (display information) ....................................................................................... 53
Locking the coffee machine (System lock) ....................................................... 53
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 54
Display brightness................................................................................................. 54
Volume................................................................................................................... 54
Warming drawer .................................................................................................... 54
Spout adjustment.................................................................................................. 55
Factory default....................................................................................................... 55
Showroom programme (Demo mode)................................................................... 55
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 56
Quick guide ........................................................................................................... 56
Cleaning by hand or in the dishwasher ................................................................. 57
Drip tray................................................................................................................. 59
Drip tray cover....................................................................................................... 60
Water container ..................................................................................................... 60

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Waste container .................................................................................................... 61
Central spout......................................................................................................... 61
Sensor cover ......................................................................................................... 64
Maintenance of the milk valve............................................................................... 65
Milk flask with lid ................................................................................................... 65
Interior and appliance door ................................................................................... 67
Central spout connector........................................................................................ 67
Brew unit ............................................................................................................... 68
Removing and cleaning the brew unit by hand................................................ 68
Maintenance programmes..................................................................................... 69
Opening the "Maintenance" menu ...................................................................69
Rinsing the appliance............................................................................................ 70
Rinsing the milk pipework ..................................................................................... 70
Cleaning the milk pipework ................................................................................... 71
Degreasing the brew unit ...................................................................................... 72
Descaling the machine ....................................................................................... 74
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 77
Messages in the display........................................................................................ 77
Unusual performance of the coffee machine ........................................................ 80
Unsatisfactory results............................................................................................ 85
Problems when heating up or frothing milk........................................................... 86
Replacing the angled connector ........................................................................... 88
After sales service and warranty ....................................................................... 90
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 91
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 92
Installation............................................................................................................ 93
Building-in and combination options .................................................................... 93
Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 94
Building in the coffee machine .............................................................................. 95
Adjusting the door hinges ..................................................................................... 96
Copyright and licences ....................................................................................... 97

Warning and Safety instructions
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This coffee machine conforms to current safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can, however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before installation and
before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on
the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these Warning and Safety instructions.
Keep the instructions in a safe place and pass them along to any
future owner.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct application
 This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.
 The coffee machine is not suitable for outdoor use.
 The machine is intended only for the preparation of coffee based
drinks such as espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato etc. Any other
usage is at the owner's risk.
 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible
for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
Caution! Danger of burning and scalding on the dispensing
spouts.
Children's skin is far more sensitive to high temperatures than that
of adults.
Ensure children do not touch hot surfaces of the coffee machine or
place parts of their body under the dispensing spouts.
 Install the coffee machine out of reach of children.
 Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
 Older children may only use the coffee machine unsupervised if
they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and
understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children should be supervised when they are near the coffee
machine. Do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls.
 Cleaning may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
 Remember that coffee and espresso are not suitable drinks for
children.
 Risk of suffocation!
Children may be able to wrap themselves in packing material or pull
it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away
from any packing material.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
 Repairs and installation work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work. Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only
be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.
 A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check it for any visible
damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
 Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure
that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and
frequency of the household supply. This data must correspond in
order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a
qualified electrician if in any doubt.
 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly and, where there is any doubt, the
household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified
electrician.
 Reliable and safe operation of the coffee machine can only be
guaranteed if it is connected to the mains electrical supply.
 Do not connect the machine to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been built in.
 If the coffee machine is to be built in above another appliance,
there must be a full-width, closed shelf between them (except in
combination with a built-in plate warmer).

Warning and Safety instructions
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 The second electrical connection socket on the back of the
machine may only be used for connecting a Miele
EGW4000-14,-29, EGW5000-14 plate warming drawer or an
ESW6x14, ESW6x29 food warming drawer.
 Only use the coffee machine in rooms where the ambient
temperature is between +10°C and +38°C.
 Do not cover or block the ventilation gaps.
This would prevent adequate ventilation. Condensation can damage
the coffee machine or the furniture housing unit.
 Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation around the coffee
machine. Otherwise condensate may form and the appliance or the
furniture unit may be damaged. The ventilation cut-out area in the
furniture unit and the space underneath the ceiling must amount to
at least 200
cm2.
 If the coffee machine is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it
may only be used with the furniture door open. This will prevent the
formation of heat and humidity and subsequent damage to the
appliance and/or furniture unit. Do not close the furniture door while
the coffee machine is in use. Ensure the coffee machine has cooled
down completely before closing the furniture door.
 Repairs may only be carried out by a Miele authorised service
technician. Repairs by unqualified persons can cause considerable
danger to the user.
 Before any repair work is carried out, the appliance must be
completely disconnected from the electricity supply.
The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply
when:
– the mains fuse is disconnected, or
– it is switched off at the circuit breaker, or

Warning and Safety instructions
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– the mains connection cable is disconnected from the power
supply.
Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
Original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety
of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
 Never open the outer casing of the machine. Tampering with
electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly
dangerous to the user and can cause operational faults or electric
shock.
 Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories
from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated,
and Miele cannot accept liability.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
The dispensing spouts present a danger of burning or
scalding.
The liquids and steam dispensed are very hot.
 Please note:
– Keep well away from the area underneath the spouts when hot
liquids and steam are being dispensed.
– Heating surfaces have residual heat after use. Do not touch hot
components.
– Hot liquid or steam could spatter from the nozzles. Ensure that
the central spout is clean and fitted correctly.
– Water in the drip tray can also be very hot. Take care when
emptying it.
Never look directly at the lighting or use optical instruments to
look at it.
 Please note the following regarding water:
– Fill the water container only with fresh, cold tap water. Hot or
warm water or other liquids could damage the coffee machine.
– Change the water every day to prevent a build-up of bacteria.
– Do not use mineral water. Mineral water will cause serious
limescale deposits to build up in your machine and damage it.
– Do not use water from reverse osmosis units. The machine could
be damaged.
 Only fill the bean container with roasted espresso/coffee beans.
Do not fill the bean container with coffee beans which have been
treated with additives or with ground coffee.
Do not fill the bean container with any type of liquid.

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 Do not use green (unroasted) coffee beans or mixtures of coffee
beans which contain green coffee beans. Green coffee beans are
very hard and still contain a certain amount of residual moisture.
These can damage the coffee machine grinder as soon as grinding
begins.
 Do not use coffee beans which have been treated with caramel,
sugar or other substances. Sugar will damage the coffee machine.
 Only add ground coffee or cleaning tablets to the ground coffee
chute.
 Do not use any caramelised ready ground coffee. The sugar in the
coffee will stick to and block the brew unit of the coffee machine.
The cleaning tablets for degreasing the brew unit will not remove this
type of deposit.
 Only use milk without additives. Additives in milk usually contain
sugar and this will stick to the milk pipework.
 If using cow's milk, only use pasteurised milk to prevent a build-
up of bacteria in the appliance.
 Do not place any alcohol mixtures which are alight underneath the
central spout. The flames could ignite plastic components and cause
them to melt.
 Do not swing from or hang anything on the appliance door when it
is open as this could damage the hinges on the coffee machine.
 The seal on the central spout connector is lubricated with silicone
grease. Try to avoid getting this grease on your clothing when
removing and inserting containers or other components.
 The machine must not be used for cleaning objects.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Cleaning and care
 It is important to switch off the coffee machine before any
cleaning or maintenance.
 Clean the coffee machine and the milk flask before using for the
first time (see "Cleaning and care").
 All parts of the milk system need to be cleaned thoroughly and
regularly. Milk contains bacteria which proliferate rapidly with
inadequate cleaning.
 Do not clean the machine with a steam cleaner or immerse it in
water as this will damage the machine. Steam or water could reach
the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
 Avoid spillage on appliance connectors.
 Descale the coffee machine regularly depending on the water
hardness level in your area. Descale the machine more frequently in
areas with very hard water. Miele cannot be held liable for damage
arising from insufficient descaling, the use of incorrect descaling
agent or the use of descaling agent which is not of the appropriate
concentration.
 Degrease the brew unit regularly with Miele cleaning tablets.
Depending on the natural oil content of the coffee used, the brew
unit can become blocked quite quickly.
 Used coffee grounds should be disposed of with the organic
rubbish or on the compost heap. Do not empty them down the sink,
as they could block it.

Warning and Safety instructions
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The following applies to appliances with stainless steel
surfaces:
 Do not adhere stickers, adhesive tape or any other adhesive
materials to stainless steel surfaces. The coating on the stainless
steel surfaces will become damaged and lose its protective
properties against soiling.
 Stainless steel scratches very easily and even magnets can cause
damage to the surface.

Guide to the appliance
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Exterior view
aOn/Off sensor
bTouch display
c"Back" sensor
dDoor handle
eSteam and hot water spout
fDrip tray cover
gAutomatic height-adjustable central spout with lighting
hMilk flask with lid

Guide to the appliance
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Interior view
iGround coffee chute cover
jBrew unit
kGround coffee chute
lSlide control for the grinder setting
mCoffee bean container
nWater container
oDrip tray with grid
pWaste container
qDrip tray inside machine door
rCentral spout connector
sService flap

Accessories
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These products and other useful
accessories can be ordered via the
Miele webshop or directly from Miele
(see back cover for contact details).
Accessories supplied
–Measuring spoon
For ground coffee
–Milk flask with lid
For storing milk and preparing drinks
with milk
–Compact lid
For storing the milk flask in the
refrigerator
–Cleaning agent for milk pipework
For cleaning the milk system (starter
set)
–2 cleaning containers (large and
small)
For cleaning and maintenance of the
machine
–Descaling tablets
For descaling the water pipework
(starter set)
–Test strips
For determining the water hardness
level
–Silicone grease
For lubricating the seal on the central
spout connector
–Cleaning brush
For cleaning the milk pipework
–Central spout connector cap
Spare part
–Milk pipework elbow connector
Spare part
Optional accessories
Miele also offers a range of optional
accessories, as well as cleaning and
conditioning products for your coffee
machine.
–Original Miele all purpose
microfibre cloth
For removing finger marks and light
soiling
–Milk flask with lid
For storing milk and preparing drinks
with milk
–Cleaning agent for milk pipework
For cleaning the milk system
–Descaling tablets
For descaling the water pipework
–Cleaning tablets
For degreasing the brew unit
–Silicone grease
For lubricating the seal on the central
spout connector

Operating principles
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Touch display
The display can be scratched by pointed or sharp objects, e.g. pens.
Only touch the touch display with your fingertips.
Touching the display with your finger creates a tiny charge which releases an
electrical impulse. This impulse is recognised by the touch display. The touch
display does not react if you touch it with an object.
If your fingers are cold, the Touch display may not react.
The touch display is divided into three sections:


Espresso


Coffee


Long coffee


Cappuccino


Latte macchiato
Edit User profiles
DrinksMain menu
The top row shows you where you are, with the menu you are in highlighted in
white. Open the menu you want by touching the menu name. The time of day is
shown in the top right-hand corner.
The middle row shows the current menu and options. You can scroll to the right or
left by swiping your finger across the display to the right or left.
The  and  arrow sensors at the bottom of the screen are used for scrolling to
the left or right.
The number of small squares between the arrows indicates the number of pages
available and your position within the current menu.

Operating principles
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Operating actions
Each time you touch a possible option the relevant field lights up orange.
Selecting or calling up a menu
Touch the field you want with your finger.
Scrolling through menus
You can scroll to the right or the left. Some options allow you to scroll up and
down too.
Swipe the screen, i.e. place your finger on the Touch display and swipe it in the
direction you want.
Or:
Using your finger, touch the and arrows to scroll to the left or right.
Exiting a menu ("Back" sensor)
Touch to return to the previous screen.
All selected entries which have not been confirmed with OK will not be saved.
Touching the sensor three times in succession will take you to the drinks menu.
Touching the sensor in the User profiles menu will take you step by step back to
the beginning.
Entering numbers
You can enter numbers by scrolling through and touching the roller, or by using the
numerical keypad.
The altered setting will only be saved once the roller appears grey again.
Touch .