Saeco SE-50 Installation guide

Espresso Coffee Machine
UK
WARNING: Read these instructions carefully before using the machine.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

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MAIN PARTS
1Water tank 8filter holder
2Cup warming surface 9Control panel
3LCD Display 10 Steam dispensing knob
4Hot water dispensing knob 11 Steam wand
5Hot water wand 12 Manual dispensing lever
6Brew group 13 Drip tray
7Pressure regulator 14 Adjustable feet

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always place the appliance
on a flat surface.
Do not use the appliance if
there is no water in the
tank. Fill the tank with
clean, fresh water only.
Remember that the
maximum capacity is 3
litres.
Do not remove the filter
holder when brewing an
espresso or when
dispensing water because it
is under pressure.
Removing the filter holder
may cause damage or
burns.
The steam wand and the
hot water dispensing wand
become extremely hot
when frothing milk or
when dispensing hot water.
In case of contact it can
cause burns, therefore
avoid direct contact.
Carefully read and keep all
instructions supplied with
the machine.
Always turn off the
activation button before
inserting or removing the
plug. Remove by pulling on
the plug, not on the power
cord.
Turn off the machine and
remove the plug when the
appliance is not in use or
during cleaning operations.

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Do not use the machine
with an extension cord,
unless the extension cord
has been checked and
approved by a technician.
Always use the appliance
with an AC outlet
corresponding to the
voltage marked on the
device (AC only).
Carefully monitor children
or disabled persons who
are near the machine when
in use.
Never leave the machine
unattended when in use.
The machine may be used
by children older than 8 and
upwards or by persons with
reduced physical, mental or
sensory abilities or lacking
sufficient experience and/or
skills, provided that they are
supervised or instructed on
how to use the appliance
correctly and that they
understand the hazards
involved.
Children must not play
with the appliance.
Children must not carry
out any cleaning and
maintenance operations
without being monitored.
Always disconnect the plug
before cleaning the
machine or in case there
are problems during the
dispensing process.

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Make sure that the power
cord do not come into
contact with the hot parts
of the machine, such as the
cup-warming surface, the
steam wand and the water
dispensing spout.
Do not place your hands
directly under the steam
wand, the hot water
dispensing spout or the
coffee dispensing spout,
since this can cause burns
or accidents.
Do not use the machine
for any other use than the
one specified.
Do not place the machine
on or near flames, gas
appliances, electrical
elements or heated ovens.
Do not let the power cord
protrude from the
supporting surface of the
machine or come into
contact with any hot surface.
To ensure higher
protection, it is
recommended to use a
residual current device
(RCD) with a current not
greater than 30 mA in the
electric circuit.
Do not immerse the
appliance in water or other
liquids.
The heated surfaces are
subject to residual heating
after use.

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CONTENTS
MAIN PARTS 2
1 INTRODUCTION TO THE MANUAL 7
1.1 PREAMBLE 7
1.2 ICONS USED 8
2 INFORMATION ABOUT THE MACHINE 9
2.1 INFORMATION FOR THE MAINTENANCE
TECHNICIAN
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2.2 DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE 9
2.3 APPLIANCE IDENTIFICATION 10
2.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11
3 SAFETY 12
3.1 PREAMBLE 12
3.2 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12
3.3 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS 13
3.4 RESIDUAL RISKS 13
4 HANDLING AND STORAGE 14
4.1 UNLOADING AND HANDLING 14
4.2 STORAGE 14
5 INSTALLATION 15
5.1 CAUTIONS 15
5.2 UNPACKING AND POSITIONING 16
5.3 CONNECTION TO THE ELECTRIC NETWORK 17
6 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 18
6.1 DISPLAY 18
6.2 KEYPAD 18
6.3 BUTTON DESCRIPTION 18
7 SUPPLY AND START UP 19
7.1 FILLING THE WATER TANK 19
7.2 MEASURING AND ADJUSTING WATER
HARDNESS
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7.3 TURNING ON/OFF THE MACHINE 20
7.4 FIRST USE - USE AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF
INACTIVITY
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7.5 WASHING THE PARTS COMING INTO
CONTACT WITH FOOD
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7.6 USING THE APPLIANCE 21
8 PROGRAMMING MENU 23
8.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMING BUTTONS 23
8.2 SERVICE PROVIDER PROGRAMMING 24
9 OPERATION AND USE 26
9.1 TURNING ON THE MACHINE 26
9.2 WARM-UP 27
9.3 BREWING COFFEE 27
9.4 HOT WATER DISPENSING 28
9.5 STEAM DISPENSING - FROTHING MILK FOR
CAPPUCCINO
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9.6 ADJUSTING BREWED PRODUCTS 30
9.7 INTERFACE OPERATION 31
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 32
10.1 GENERAL NOTES FOR CORRECT
OPERATION
32
10.2 CLEANING AND SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
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11 TROUBLESHOOTING 40
11.1 WARNING SIGNALS 40
11.2 PROBLEMS - CAUSES - SOLUTIONS 41
12 STORAGE - DISPOSAL 42
12.1 LOCATION CHANGE 42
12.2 INACTIVITY AND STORAGE 42
13 INSTRUCTIONS FOR END OF
OPERATIONAL LIFE DISPOSAL
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1 INTRODUCTION TO THE MANUAL
1.1 Preamble
This publication is an
essential part of the
machine and must be read
carefully for a proper use
compliant with basic safety
requirements.
This manual contains the
technical information
necessary to properly
perform the operating,
installation, cleaning and
maintenance procedures.
Always refer to this manual
before carrying out any
operation.
Manufacturer: SaGa Coffee S.p.A.
Località Casona, 1066 - 40041 Gaggio Montano
Bologna, Italy
This product has been manufactured by SaGa Coffee S.p.A.
and sold under its own responsibility. SaGa Coffee S.p.A. is
the guarantor of the product. Saeco is a registered
trademark of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and its use is licensed
by Koninklijke Philips N.V.
This publication should be
carefully kept and must be
provided with the machine
throughout its service life,
including any transfer of
ownership.
If this manual is damaged
or lost, a copy may be
requested from the
manufacturer or the
technical service by
indicating the data
contained on the data
plate on the rear side of
the machine.
The manufacturer reserves
the right to make changes
without prior notice.

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1.2 Icons Used
Various kinds of warnings are contained in this manual to
highlight the different hazard or competence levels.
Each icon is followed by a message suggesting operating
and behaviour procedures and providing useful information
for the correct operation of the machine.
Warning
It is used to highlight danger situations for the persons in
charge of using, refilling and servicing the machine.
Prohibition
It is used to highlight actions/operations not to be
performed.
Important
It is used to indicate operations that, if correctly
performed, preserve the correct operation of the
machine.
Suggested solutions
It is used to indicate alternative procedures which make
programming and/or maintenance operations quicker.
User
It is used to indicate the user of the machine. Users are
not allowed to perform any cleaning or maintenance
operations.
Supply operator
It is used to indicate those operations that must be
performed only by the person in charge of refilling and
cleaning the machine.
Supply operators can not perform any operations
requiring a Maintenance Technician.
Maintenance technician
It is used to signal those operations that must be
performed only by the specialised maintenance technicians.

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2 INFORMATION ABOUT THE MACHINE
2.1 Information for the
Maintenance Technician
The appliance must be
installed in a well-lit,
sheltered and dry place
and on a counter able to
bear its weight.
To ensure its correct operation and reliability over time,
comply with the following recommendations:
• ambient temperature: from +2°C to +32°C;
• maximum humidity allowed: 80% (non-condensed).
For special installations, not covered by this manual, please
contact the dealer or the local importer. If this is not
possible, please contact the Manufacturer.
The technical service is available for any explanation or
information regarding the correct operation of the
machine and to satisfy any request for spare parts supply
or technical assistance.
The Maintenance Technician must carefully read and
observe the safety warnings contained in this manual to
ensure that installation, start-up, use and maintenance
operations are performed in complete safety.
Only the Maintenance Technician is allowed to give the
keys to access the internal parts of the machine to another
operator (Supply operator), and is the sole responsible for
any servicing procedure.
This manual is an essential part supplied with the machine
and must always be available for consultation before
carrying out any operation on the machine.
2.2 Description and Intended Use
This machine brews:
• coffee and espresso using ground coffee;
• hot water to prepare beverages;
The elegant machine housing has been designed for use in
small offices, businesses and institutions.
Using the machine for any other purpose is considered
dangerous and as a misuse.
Misuse voids all forms of
warranty, releasing the
Manufacturer from any
responsibility for damage
to property and/or
personal injury.
The following are also
considered misuse:
• any use other than the intended use and/or employing
methods other than those described in this manual;
• any operation on the machine in breach of the instructions
provided in this manual;
• any tampering with parts and/or safety devices not
previously authorised by the Manufacturer and performed
by unauthorised personnel;
• use of the machine outdoors.
In such cases, the user shall bear the costs of repair.

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2.3 Appliance Identification
The appliance is identified by the model name and serial
number shown on the special plate.
The plate contains the following data:
• name of the Manufacturer;
• marks of conformity;
• model;
• serial number;
• year and month of manufacture;
• supply voltage (V);
• supply frequency (Hz);
• electrical power consumption (W);
• appliance code.
It is strictly forbidden to
tamper with or modify the
data plate.
When contacting the
technical service, always
refer to this plate by
indicating the technical
data shown on it.

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2.4 Technical Specifications
Size (w x h x d) 280 x 477 x 425 mm
Weight 20 kg
Machine housing material stainless steel
Power Rating See the data plate
Supply Voltage See the data plate
Power cord length approx. 1,200 mm
Capacity Water tank 2.5 litres
Control panel Front panel
A-weighted sound pressure level less than 70 dB
Pump pressure Max. 1.5 MPa (15.0 bar)
Operating conditions Minimum temperature:
above 2°C
Maximum temperature:
less than 32°C
Maximum humidity:
less than 80%
Safety devices Safety valve
Safety thermostat / Thermal fuses
Subject to engineering and manufacturing changes due to technological improvements.

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3 SAFETY
3.1 Preamble
In accordance with the applicable standards and
regulations, SaGa Coffee has prepared a technical file
relating to the SE-50 appliance at its premises,
acknowledging the following standards in the design stage:
- EN 55014 - EN 61000-4-4
- EN 6100-3-2 - EN 61000-4-5
- EN 61000-3-3 - EN 61000-4-11
- EN 61000-4-2 - EN 60335-2-15
- EN 61000-4-3 - EN 60335-1
3.2 General Safety Instructions
It is forbidden to:
• tamper with or disable the safety systems installed on the
machine;
• perform maintenance operations on the appliance, before
unplugging the power cord;
• install the appliance outdoors. It is advisable to place it in a
dry place where the temperature does not drop below
2°C, in order to prevent any possible freezing.
• use the appliance for purposes other than those indicated
in the sale contract and in this manual;
• electrically connect the appliance using multi-sockets or
adapters;
• use jets of water for cleaning operations.
It is mandatory to:
• check conformity of the power supply;
• use original spare parts;
• carefully read the instructions contained in this manual and
in the attached documents;
• use personal protective equipment when performing
installation, testing and maintenance operations.
Precautionary measures to prevent human errors:
• make the operator aware of safety issues;
• handle the appliance, either packaged or unpackaged, in
complete safety;
• deeply know the installation procedures, its correct
operation and its limits;
• dismantle the appliance in complete safety, in accordance
with the workers' health and environmental protection
regulations in force.
To prevent machining
residues from coming into
contact with the beverages,
dispense about 0.5 l of
water for each dispensing
path before definitely
starting the machine. The
dispensed beverages can
be drunk only after
performing this operation.

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In case of failure or
malfunctioning, please refer
only to the qualified
personnel of the technical
service.
The manufacturer is not
liable for damage to
persons or property
resulting from failure to
follow the safety
instructions provided in
this section.
3.3 Operator Requirements
Three operators with different skills are required in order
to guarantee the appliance’s safety:
User
The user is not allowed to access the internal parts of the
machine.
Supply operator
Only the Maintenance Technician is allowed to keep the
keys to access the internal parts of the machine, and is in
charge of refilling the machine with products, cleaning the
outside of the appliance, turning it on and off.
The Supply operator is not
allowed to carry out
operations indicated in this
manual as competence of
the Maintenance
Technician.
Maintenance technician
The maintenance technician is the only person authorised to
service the machine, start the programming procedures and
perform the adjustment, set up and maintenance operations.
Access to the internal area
is restricted to persons
having knowledge and
practical experience of the
appliance, in particular as
far as safety and hygiene
are concerned.
3.4 Residual Risks
The dispensing outlet has
no guards to prevent
accidental hand contact
with coffee or hot water.
Risk of burning if the hands
are placed inside the outlet
during beverage brewing.
Before brewing a beverage
make sure that the
previous one has already
been picked up and that
the cup support is empty.

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4 HANDLING AND STORAGE
All the operations
described in this chapter
must be performed
exclusively by the service
provider or a specialised
technician, who shall
organise all the operating
steps and use only suitable
means to ensure strict
compliance with the safety
regulations in force.
4.1 Unloading and Handling
Unloading from the transport vehicle and handling
operations of the appliance must be carried out by
qualified personnel only and using suitable equipment.
The appliance must always
be kept in upright position.
Do not:
• drag the appliance;
• overturn or lay down the appliance during transport and
handling;
• shake the appliance;
• lift the appliance by using ropes or cranes;
• leave the appliance exposed to bad weather, in humid
areas or close to heat sources.
4.2 Storage
The machine is packed in cardboard and expanded
polystyrene packaging.
If the appliance is not immediately installed, it shall be kept
in a sheltered place according to the following instructions:
• the packaged appliance shall be stored in a closed, dry
area at a temperature between 1°C and 40°C;
• maximum humidity below 90% (non-condensed);
• do not put other appliances or boxes on the appliance;
• in any case, it is good practice to protect the appliance
from possible deposits of dust or other substances.
Due to the total weight,
do not stack more than
three machines on top of
each other. The machine
should be stored in its
original packaging, in a dry
and/or dust-FREE place.

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5 INSTALLATION
All the operations
described in this chapter
must be performed
exclusively by the service
provider or a specialised
technician, who shall
organise all the operating
steps and use only suitable
means to ensure strict
compliance with the safety
regulations in force.
5.1 Cautions
The appliance cannot be
installed in external areas.
Avoid placing it in areas
where the temperature is
lower than 2°C or higher
than 32°C and in
particularly humid or dusty
places.
It should neither be
installed in places where
water jets are used for
cleaning operations nor
where there is a risk of fire
or explosion.
Make sure that the installation place is compatible with the
following specifications, before unpacking the appliance:
• the power socket which the appliance is connected to
should be easily accessible and at a distance not higher
that 1.2 metres;
• the gradient of the supporting surface should NOT
exceed 2°;
• the socket voltage must correspond to that indicated on
the appliance data plate.
The appliance must be
installed on a horizontal
surface.
Access to the machine and
the plug should be kept
clear at all times in order
to allow users to easily
reach them and to leave
the area immediately if
required.

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The following illustration shows the required access distances:
• to the keypad on the front of the appliance;
• to the service units in the event of malfunction.
The presence of magnetic
fields or proximity to
electrical machines which
generate interference
could cause the electronic
controls of the machine to
malfunction. At
temperatures close to 0°C,
internal parts containing
water are at risk of
freezing. Do not use the
machine under these
conditions.
5.2 Unpacking and Positioning
On receipt of the appliance, make sure that it has not
suffered any damage during transport or that the packaging
has not been unduly opened with consequent stealing of
the components contained in it. If damage of any kind is
found, the courier must be informed and notice must be
immediately given to the importer or to the seller. If these
are not in the purchaser’s country, please contact the
manufacturing company directly. An accessories bag is
supplied with the machine.
List of Standard Accessories
Manual: instructions on how to use the machine.
Single-dose coffee filter
Double-dose coffee filter
Cleaning disk
Cleaning pin

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filter holder
600-ml jug
Coffee measuring scoop
Coffee presser
Water hardness test: quick test to determine the actual
hardness of the water used to prepare beverages; this test
is of fundamental importance to set the water hardness in
the machine.
5.3 Connection to the Electric
Network
This operation must only be
performed by specialised
technical personnel or by
the service provider.
The Maintenance Technician, who is in charge of the
appliance's installation, shall make sure that:
• the power supply system complies with the safety
instructions in force;
• the voltage corresponds to that indicated on the appliance
data plate.
In case of doubt, do not
proceed with the
installation and ask qualified
and authorised personnel
to accurately check the
system.
Do not use adapters or
multi-sockets.
Make sure that the power
cord plug is easily
reachable after installation.

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6 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
6.1 Display
The display shows the messages during normal operation
and during the programming and maintenance phase.
6.2 Keypad
1“On/Off” button
2“-” button (programming only)
3“Programming” button
4“+” button (programming only)
5“Coffee” button
6“Double coffee” button
7“Cleaning” button
6.3 Button description
“On/Off” button
Turn on or off the machine by pressing this button.
“-” button (programming only)
Decrease the value of the programming data by pressing
this button.
“Programming” button
Enter the machine programming menu by pressing this
button.
Keep pressing this button to select the desired
programming menu item.
“+” button (programming only)
Increase the value of the programming data by pressing
this button.
“Coffee” button
When this button is pressed, a cup of coffee is brewed.
“Double coffee” button
Brew a double coffee by pressing this button.
“Cleaning” button
Enter the machine cleaning menu by pressing this button.

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7 SUPPLY AND START UP
7.1 Filling the Water Tank
Before using the machine
for the first time, wash the
water tank carefully. Fill the
water tank with fresh
drinking water only. Hot or
carbonated water, as well
as other liquids, will
damage the machine.
Remove the lid from the water tank.
Remove the tank; lift it using the inside handle.
Rinse and fill it with fresh water; do not exceed the level
(MAX) indicated on the tank.
When filling the water
tank, use sterile disposable
gloves to prevent
bacteriological
contamination.
Insert the water tank back into its seat and refit the lid.

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7.2 Measuring and Adjusting
Water Hardness
Measuring water hardness is very important in order to
correctly manage the frequency with which the machine
must be descaled.
Immerse the water hardness test strip in water for 1
second.
the test strip is only valid
for one measurement.
Check how many squares change colour and then consult
the table.
The numbers correspond to the settings indicated in the
following machine adjustments.
1HARDNESS 1 (very soft)
2HARDNESS 2 (soft)
3HARDNESS 3 (medium)
4HARDNESS 4 (hard)
Press the “Programming” button to access the machine
programming mode. Press the “Programming” button until
the message “Cleaning alarm” is displayed.
Press the “+” button to increase the value or the “-”
button to decrease the value. Press the “Programming”
button to save.
The values that can be selected are the following:
• 50L the number corresponds to the hardness value of 4/3.
• 100L the number corresponds to the hardness value of 2.
• 180L the number corresponds to the hardness value of 1.
After 5 seconds of inactivity, the machine exits the
programming mode and returns to standard operating
mode.
7.3 Turning on/off the Machine
The machine can be turned on/off by pressing the button
located in the front part of the machine.