Saeco TALEA GIRO User manual

Operation and maintenance manual
Before using the machine, please read the attached operating instructions.
Carefully read the safety rules
Mode d'emploi
Veuillez lire attentivement le mode d'emploi
(notamment les consignes de sécurité) avant d'utiliser l'appareil.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons,
including the following:
1Read all instructions and information in this instruction book and any
other literature included in this carton referring to this product before
operating or using this appliance.
2Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not immerse
cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
4Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
5Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.
6Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any way. Return
appliance to the nearest authorized service centre for examination,
repair or adjustment.
7The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
8Do not use outdoors.
9Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
11 Always turn appliance “OFF”, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn switch to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
12 Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.
13 Use extreme caution when using hot steam.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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CAUTION
This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning
and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service
centre. Do not immerse machine in water. To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not disassemble the machine. There are no parts inside
the machine serviceable by the user. Repair should be done by authorized
service personnel only.
1Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate
corresponds with your voltage.
2Never use warm or hot water to fill the water tank. Use cold water only.
3Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the appliance
during operation.
4Never clean with scrubbing powders or harsh cleaners. Simply use a soft
cloth dampened with water.
5For optimal taste of your coffee, use purified or bottled water. Periodic
descaling is still recommended every 2-3 months.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD
AA short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks of tangling or
tripping over a longer cord.
BLonger extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
CIf a long extension cord is used:
1 the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2 if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding type
3 the cord should not hang from the table to avoid the risk of tangling or
tripping.

4CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................................................................5
APPLIANCE.......................................................................................................................6
ACCESSORIES ..............................................................................................................................................6
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................7
STARTING THE MACHINE.............................................................................................................................7
“AQUA PRIMA” FILTER...................................................................................................................................8
CONTROL PANEL.............................................................................................................9
ADJUSTMENTS ..............................................................................................................10
COFFEE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PER CUP..............................................................................................10
"AROMA" (OPTI-DOSE) INDICATES THE GROUND COFFEE QUANTITY................................................10
DRIP TRAY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................10
COFFEE STRENGTH...................................................................................................................................11
COFFEE GRINDER ADJUSTMENT .............................................................................................................11
COFFEE BREWING AND HOT WATER DISPENSING ..................................................12
COFFEE BREWING......................................................................................................................................12
HOT WATER DISPENSING ..........................................................................................................................13
CAPPUCCINO.................................................................................................................14
MILK ISLAND (OPTIONAL).............................................................................................15
DESCALING....................................................................................................................16
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................................18
HOW TO CLEAN THE MACHINE.................................................................................................................18
CLEANING THE BREW GROUP..................................................................................................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................................20
SAFETY RULES..............................................................................................................21
TECHNICAL DATA...........................................................................................................23

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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.
The machine is designed for domestic use only and is not suitable for heavy or professional use.
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 centres;
• 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 may use the
coffee machine. For further information or in case of problems, please refer to any authorized service centre.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

6APPLIANCE
ACCESSORIES
“Aqua Prima”
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Power cable Cleaning brush
Brew Group
Coffee grounds drawer
Socket for power cable
Coffee bean hopper
Cup stacking surface
Power button
Service door
Coffee bean hopper cover
Drip tray
Control panel
SBS knob
Dispensing head
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Hot water / steam
spout
Water tank
Hot water / steam knob
“Milk Island” connection
Grinder adjustment key

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INSTALLATION
STARTING THE MACHINE
Make sure the power button is not pressed and the machine is turned off. Check the machine features on
the label on the bottom of the appliance.
Lift the cover of the coffee bean
hopper.
Remove the water tank.
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Fill the container with coffee
beans. Close the cover placing
it correctly on the hopper.
Fill the tank with fresh drinking
water up to the MAX level.
Reinsert the tank.
Firmly push down the power
button to turn on the machine.
The machine performs a self-
test.
Insert the plug into the socket
located in the rear panel of the
machine and insert the other
end into a socket with suitable
current.
Place a container beneath the
steam spout. Turn the knob until the
position is reached.
Press the water button. The
indicator light turns on.
The machine automatically primes the circuit. If this operation is not completed, proceed manually as described
from step 7 to 12.

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Press the water button again.
The indicator light turns off.
Remove the container. The
machine is ready for use.
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Place a container beneath the steam
spout. Dispense the water in the
tank using the hot water function
(see page 13).
Fill the tank again with fresh
drinking water.
The machine is ready for use.
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“AQUA PRIMA” WATER FILTER
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CONTROL PANEL
Coffee dose adjusting knob (see page 10).
Coffee button:
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pushed twice).
Hot water button:
• off: steam function is selected
• on: hot water function is
selected
Ground coffee quantity button (Opti-dose) (see page 10).
Alarm light:
• permanently on (one or more events): signals the machine is out of coffee, that the
water tank is empty, or the grounds drawer is full.
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inserted, the grounds drawer is not inserted, the cover of the coffee hopper is not closed,
the service door is open or the Milk Island is not inserted/ready.
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Descaling light:
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Machine ready light:
• permanently on: signals that the machine is ready for use.
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Alarm light to empty the coffee grounds drawer:
• permanently on: signals the need to empty the grounds drawer; this operation must be
performed with the machine turned on (steps 4 and 5, page 18).
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signal appears again, contact the customer service centre.

10 ADJUSTMENTS
COFFEE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PER CUP
"AROMA" (OPTI-DOSE) INDICATES THE GROUND COFFEE QUANTITY
DRIP TRAY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The coffee volume knob adjusts the
amount of coffee brewed per cup.
This adjustment has an immediate effect
on the selected type of brewing.
By pressing the key, it is possible
to choose either a mild, a medium or
a strong coffee. The coffee intensity is
adjusted by setting the coffee quantity to
be ground.
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different sized cups.
To adjust the drip tray, lift it or lower it
manually until it reaches the desired
height.
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when it lifts, the tray must be drained.
Medium coffee
Long coffee
Espresso coffee
Medium aroma
Strong aroma
Mild aroma