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INSTRUCTION MANUAL EN[...]
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GENERAL OPERA TING RU LES Carefully read the instruction manual and warranty limitations The machine must be connected to a grounded power outlet. The machine must be kept clean by frequently washing the grid, the driptray, the capsule holder , the tank, the steam knob, and the air intake EX TREMEL Y IMPOR T ANT: never immerse the machine in water [...]
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MA C HINE P AR TS ...............................................................................2 8 I M P O R T A N T S A F E G U A R D S ......................................................................3 0 30 30 31 31 .......................................................3 1 ..................................................................[...]
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28 machine par ts A B C D E F G H I L TEM PER A TU R E LED SIGNALS coffee ok - steam ok - signals when machine is heating, when temperature is not correct to make coffee, and signals a warning if boiler is empty LEVER T O OP EN/ CL OSE CAP SU LE COMP ARTMENT (I NTERNAL) C AP SULE COMP ARTMENT B REWI NG U NIT HO T W A TER/STEAM W AN D (P AN NAR ELL [...]
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EN 29 POWER C ORD CU P HOLDER W A TER T AN K CONT AIN ER FOR U SED C APSU LES (also contains some liquid) MAI N ON(I)/OFF(O) SWIT CH D A T A P LA TE (below) M N O P Q R M N O P R Q[...]
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30 US I N G TH E ES P RESSO MAC HINE - This machine is intended for household use only. Any other use is considered improper and therefore dangerous - Do not use the machine for purposes other than its intended use - Unplug the powercord from the electrical socket when the machine is not in use - Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs - T[...]
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31 - Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow ma- chine to cool before putting on or taking off par ts, and before cleaning the appliance - Before unplugging the machine check that the main selector switch is in the " " position - Wait until the machine is cool before cleaning - Clean the body and attachments with a w[...]
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32 machine signals BLUE Light solid The machine is ready to make an espresso, or produce hot water BLUE Flashing The machine is warming up to make espresso and/or hot water YELLOW Light solid The machine is ready to steam YELLOW Flashing The machine is warming up to create steam RED Light solid Replenish the water system; fill the water tank and di[...]
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EN 33 CAUTION: make sure that the capsule compar tment is closed before set- ting the selector knob to steam and/or activating steam or hot water, or ex- tracting coffee. Never open the compar tment during the delivery of steam, hot water or coffee A installation and star t-up of espresso machine Before connecting the machine to a power supply , ca[...]
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34 turning on/off Before switching on the machine check the water level in the tank; if necessary add water as described previo- usly . T o switch the appliance on, push the main on/off switch and move it into the " " position . As the appli- ance warms up; the temperature LED is blue and flashes When water is flowing regularly, move the [...]
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EN 35 drip tray adjustment The X8 appliance is designed to adust to any type of cup you choose T o adjust the drip tray , pull the lever located under the tray When the desired position has been reached, pull the lever: position recommended for large cups position recommended for small cups Note: the adjustment must be made before starting the deli[...]
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36 making coffee W ARNIN G: - Capsules are single-dose and can not be used to make two coffees - Remember to clean the drip tray and empty the used capsule container - Remember to replace the water in the water tank frequently The X8 machine is designed to function exclusively with “Metodo Iperespresso” capsules Make sure that the temperature L[...]
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EN 37 W ARNIN G: - Contact with steam and the steam nozzle may cause serious burns - Always position the pannarello wand above the drip tray - N EVER open the capsule compartment while using the steaming function: SCALDI NG D ANGER - If no steam is produced after 30 seconds, the machine switches back to normal operation conditions (see paragraph on[...]
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38 making hot water The steam no zzle fitted to the machine can also heat up water Remove the capsule from the unit and any milk residue from the steam nozzle Press the steam button ; the steam icon on the front display flashes to indicate that the machine is heating up Wait for the steam switch to light up (machine ready) followed by a short beep [...]
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EN 39 After generating steam, the appliance cannot produce coffee until the correct coffee temperature has been reached (the temperature LED turns solid blue), or the taste of the coffee will be ruined Therefore, after steaming, it is important to return to coffee mode by pushing the steam button During the cooling stage (approx. 1 5 minutes) the t[...]
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40 Switch the appliance off Remove the watertank and empty the residual water Fill the tank with the descaling solution according to the instructions reported on the descaling product package Place an empty continer under the steam spout Switch the machine on by moving the main selector switch to the " " position Without waiting for the m[...]
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EN 41 H IC H L MI N O P QN Leave the descaling solution inside the machine (switched off) for approx. 1 0-15 minutes Repeat steps ( ) to ( ) until the descaling solution in the tank is completely used When the descaling solution is finished, remove the water tank, rinse it carefully and fill it again with fresh drinking water T urn the machine on b[...]
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42 The appliance and its components must be cleaned at least once a week Keep the water in the tank fresh; wash the tank and fill it daily with fresh drinking water Do not use ethyl alcohol, solvents, abrasive sponges and/or aggressive chemicals Switch the appliance off and disconnect the plug from the power socket Remove the water tank and wash it[...]
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EN 43 - - - Extract the used capsule tray by g rasping and pulling firmly - -A - Remove the top part of the pannarello wand and wash it with warm water Wash the steam spout with a moist cloth Empty the residue in the capsule container (Caution: used capsules and some liquid from the coffee extraction will be in the tray) Insert the capsule containe[...]
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44 technical data T o enjoy a high quality espresso, remember to: - Change the water in the tank daily and empty the drip tray at least once a week - Use water with low calcium content to reduce deposits inside the machine - Use the cup warmer Casing: ABS Internal boiler: Stainless steel T ank: 1.2 liters Pump: 1 5 bar Used capsule tray capacity: 7[...]
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P ROBLEM S OLUTION IF PROBL EM PERSIS TS Contact Assistance The machine does not turn on Connect the plug to a correct power socket Move the main selector switch to the position "I" The machine does not make coffee Fill the water tank Check that the capsule was inserted correctly T urn the selector knob on the right side of the machine Ca[...]
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In the EU: the WE EE symbol used on this product means that it can not be disposed of with other domestic waste and must be collected separately . Consumers now have the opportunity to hand-in their used appliance free of charge on a 1:1 basis when they purchase a new product. For further information regarding the used appliance collection points, [...]
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Direzione T ecnica - T echnical Management - Direction T ecnique T echnische Leitung - Dirección Técnica - Direcção Técnica - T echnische directie Garanzia Qualità - Quality Assurance - Garantie Qualité Qualitätssicherung - Manager Garantia Calidad - Garantia de Qualidade - Kwaliteitsgarantie DICHIARA ZIONE DI C ON FORMIT À CE - DECLA RA T[...]
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