DeLonghi Coffeemaker EC250 User Manual

De’Longhi Appliances  
via Seitz, 47  
31100 Treviso Italia  
5713216671/06.11  
Electrical connection (uk only)  
Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your  
home, if you are in any doubt about your supply contact your local electricity company.  
The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug having a fuse of 13 amp capacity.  
Should this plug not fit the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable plug, following  
the procedure outlined below.  
Note: Such a plug cannot be used for any other appliance and should therefore be properly disposed of and not left  
where children might find it and plug it into a supply socket - with the obvious consequent danger.  
Please note: We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that can be switched off when the machine  
is not in use.  
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
Green and Yellow to Earth  
13 amp  
Fuse  
GREEN AND YELLOW  
BLUE  
BROWN  
EARTH  
NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
Brown to  
live  
Blue to  
neutral  
Cord Clamp  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identi-  
fying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
-
-
-
The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with  
the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.  
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured  
black.  
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured  
red.  
When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely retained in each terminal. Do not forget to tighten  
the mains lead clamp on the plug. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt,  
consult a qualified electrician.  
Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualified electri-  
cian and should only be replaced with a flexible cord of the same size.  
After replacement of a fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used  
until a replacement cover is obtained. The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured insert in  
the base of the fuse recess or elsewhere on the plug. Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse cover.  
Only 13amp replacement fuses which are asta approved to B.S. 1362 should be fitted.  
This appliance conforms to the Norms EN 55014 regarding the suppression of radio interference.  
Warning - this appliance must be earthed  
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Description  
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First use  
Fill the tank (do not pass the MAX level)  
Open the lid and remove the water tank  
3
4
MAX  
1
2
Reposition the tank  
Plug the appliance in  
Switch the appliance on  
Insert the empty filter  
5
8
6
7
Attach the filter holder  
Place 2 empty containers  
Wait until light comes on  
9
10  
Push the button  
Turn the switch  
STOP  
Once emptied  
the water tank...  
11  
12  
13  
4
Empty the containers  
OF  
Repeat  
Steps 1 to 4  
and  
Steps 9 to 14  
14  
15  
Pre-heating the coffee machine and cup  
Place a cup  
Fill the cup with hot water  
Carry out  
steps (1-8)  
Stop flow  
16  
17  
18  
Empty the cup  
Place the required filter in  
the filter holder, then  
proceed with making an  
espresso (page 6)  
5
Espresso  
If you want  
filter to use  
coffee quantity  
1 Espresso  
1-cup/  
1-pod  
coffee filter  
2Espresso s  
2-cups  
coffee filter  
19  
Press the  
coffee  
powder  
according  
to taste  
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STOP  
FLOW  
EspressoReady!  
6
Cappuccino  
Push the button and wait for the light to come on  
It is recommended to use semi-skimmed  
milk at refrigerator temperature.  
Ma srenkap  
o
5°C  
(page6)  
max 1/3  
20  
21  
Position the container under  
the cappuccino nozzle  
Open the steam switch  
Use about 100 grams  
of milk for every cappuccino to be prepared.  
When choosing the container  
bear in mind that the volume of the milk  
will increase by 2 or 3 times.  
60s Max.  
22  
23  
Pour the frothed milk into the cups  
containing the previously  
STOP  
prepared espresso coffee.  
To obtain a creamier froth,  
dip the cappuccino nozzle into the milk  
and turn the container with slow movements  
from the bottom upwards.  
When the volume of the milk has doubled,  
dip the cappuccino nozzle deep down  
and continue to heat the milk.  
24  
Cappuccino Ready!  
For hygiene purposes always clean  
the cappuccino nozzle after each use  
Cleaning  
(page 8)  
7
Cleaning after making a Cappuccino  
Use one hand to hold the cappuccino tube  
Discharge a small amount of steam  
and the other to release the cappuccino maker  
5s  
STOP  
1
2
25  
26  
27  
Remove the cappuccino nozzle  
Wash and clean using a pin  
Re-mount the cappuccino maker  
28  
29  
30  
Hot Water  
Wait until light comes on  
Push the button and  
turn the steam dial at the same time  
31  
32  
35  
33  
60s Max.  
STOP  
Ready!  
34  
8
Cleaning  
During cleaning, never immerse the machine in water: it is an electrical appliance.  
Before performing any cleaning operations to the external parts of the appliance, switch the machine off, remove the plug  
from the socket and let the machine cool down.  
Emptying the drip tray  
The drip tray is fitted with a level indicator showing the level of water it contains.  
Before the indicator protrudes from the cup tray, the drip tray must be emptied and cleaned.  
Cleaning filters and boiler outlet  
Clean the filter-holder, ground coffee filter and boiler outlet about every 300 coffees or if the coffee drips through the filter-holder  
and does not flow unrestricted.  
OF  
x30  
C2  
C3  
9
Descaling and Rinse  
Prepare the descaling solution  
Read the safety warnings of the descaler  
Place 2 empty containers  
following the instructions given  
on the pack  
x200  
(fig. 1-2)  
+
IRRITANTE  
-
IRRITANT  
REIZEND IRRITEREND  
-
(fig. 4)  
(fig. 6)  
Descaling  
1. Push the button  
Repeat  
Repeat this sequence  
3 times, until the tank  
is completely empty  
MA  
X
x
2
3
3
4
2. Turn the steam switch  
for 5 seconds  
5. Leave the solution to  
act for about 5 minutes  
5 min  
5s  
3. Close the steam switch  
and allow about  
1
4. Push the button  
to interrupt  
2
3
4
1/4 of the solution  
contained in the tank  
flow out.  
STOP  
Fill the tank and  
proceed rinsing  
Empty the containers  
Rinse the water tank  
(fig. 1-4)  
Rinse  
10  
Descaling and Rinse  
Rinse  
1. Push the button  
Repeat  
2. Turn the steam switch  
6. Fill the tank and  
(fig. 1-4)  
for 5 seconds  
repeat rinse once  
5. Empty the containers  
and put them  
5s  
back in place  
3. Close the steam switch  
and allow all the water  
in the tank to flow out.  
4. Push the button  
STOP  
to interrupt  
Technical data - Disposal  
Technical data  
Mains voltage:  
Absorbed power:  
Sizes LxHxD:  
Disposal  
Recommendations for the correct disposal of the  
product in compliance with the 2002/96/EC European  
Directive and Legislative Decree n. 151 dated 25 July  
2005. The product must not be disposed of as urban waste at the  
end of its working life. It must be taken to appropriate local  
authority separate waste collection centres or to dealers  
providing this service. Disposing of a household appliance  
separately avoids possible negative consequences for the  
environment and health deriving from unsuitable disposal and  
allows to recover the materials of which it is made in order to  
make significant savings of energy and resources. The product  
has the crossed-out wheeled bin mark as a reminder of the  
obligation to dispose of household appliances separately. The  
illegal disposal of the product by the user entails the application  
of administrative sanctions envisioned by the Standard in force.  
220-240V 50/60Hz  
˜
1100W  
208x325x305 (380) mm  
Pressure:  
15 bar  
1 L  
1.2 m  
3.8 kg  
Water tank capacity:  
Power supply cable length:  
Weight:  
The appliance is in compliance with the following CE  
Directives:  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible causes  
Solution  
Espresso coffee does not flow out  
There is no water in the tank  
Fill the water tank  
The holes in the filter-holder are blocked Clean the holes in the filter-holder spouts  
The espresso boiler outlet is blocked  
Clean as indicated in the “Cleaning”  
paragraph  
Espresso coffee drips from the edges of  
the filter-holder instead of through the  
holes  
The filter-holder is not correctly inserted Attach the filter-holder correctly and turn  
or is dirty  
it fully until it is firmly engaged  
The espresso boiler gasket has lost  
elasticity or it is dirty  
Contact De’Longhi Customer Experience  
in order to replace the espresso boiler  
gasket  
The holes in the filter-holder spout are  
blocked  
Clean the holes in the filter-holder spouts  
Loud pump noise  
At first use there is air in the system  
The water tank is empty  
Carry out the “first use”cycle (see page 4)  
Fill the tank  
The tank is inserted incorrectly and the  
valve on the bottom is not open  
Press the tank lightly to open the valve  
on the bottom  
The coffee crema is dark (coffee flows  
slowly from the spout)  
The ground coffee is pressed too tightly  
There is too much ground coffee  
Tamper the coffee less  
Reduce the amount of ground coffee  
The espresso boiler outlet is blocked  
Clean as indicated in the “Cleaning”  
paragraph  
The filter is blocked  
Clean as indicated in the “Cleaning”  
paragraph  
The coffee is ground too finely  
The ground coffee is too fine or is moist  
Only use coffee specifically ground for  
espresso coffee machines  
Only use coffee specifically ground for  
espresso coffee machines. The coffee  
should not be moist  
Incorrect type of ground coffee  
Coffee is too strong  
Change the quality of the ground coffee  
powder  
The coffee has an acidic flavour  
The espresso coffee is cold  
See notes above  
Rinsing after descaling was not sufficient Repeat rinsing (see page 11)  
Wait for the light to switch on  
The  
light is not on when the button  
is pressed  
Pre-heating has not been carried out  
See page 5.  
The milk does not froth when making a  
cappuccino  
The milk is not cold enough  
The cappuccino maker is dirty  
Always use milk at fridge temperature  
Thoroughly clean the holes of the  
cappuccino maker  
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Safety warnings  
Symbols used in these instructions  
The important recommendations have these symbols. These  
recommendations must be followed.  
Important:  
Do not allow the appliance to be used by persons (also  
children) with reduced psycho-physical-sensorial capacities or  
that have insufficient experience and knowledge, unless they  
are carefully monitored and trained by a person responsible  
for their safety. Watch children, do not let them play with the  
appliance.  
Danger!  
Failure to comply can be or is the cause of injury due to life-  
threatening electric shocks.  
Important!  
Failure to comply can be or is cause of injury or damage to the  
appliance.  
Scalding hazard!  
This appliance produces hot water and steam may form when  
it is operating.  
Scalding hazard!  
Pay attention not to come into contact with hot water sprays  
or steam.  
Do not touch the cup holder, the frothing tube, or the boiler  
outlet when the appliance is on because it is hot.  
Failure to comply can be or is the cause of scalding or burns.  
Please note:  
This symbol highlights recommendations and important  
information for the user.  
Use in compliance with intended use  
Fundamental recommendations regarding safety  
This appliance is designed and made to prepare coffee and heat  
drinks. All other use is considered improper. This appliance is  
not suitable for commercial use. The manufacturer is not liable  
for damage deriving from improper use of the appliance. This is  
an household appliance only. It is not intended to be used in:  
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Danger!  
As the appliance operates using electricity, electric shocks can  
not be excluded.  
Therefore, follow the safety recommendations given:  
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feet.  
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reached, so that the plug can be removed when required.  
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Use in this manner will invalidate the manufacturers warranty.  
Instructions for use  
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appliance completely.  
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breakdown. Turn it off, unplug from the mains socket and  
contact the Technical Assistance service.  
Read these instructions carefully before using the appliances.  
Failure to comply with these instructions can lead to injury to  
persons and damage to the machine.  
The manufacturer is not liable for damage deriving from the  
failure to comply with the user instructions.  
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replaced exclusively by the De’Longhi After-Sales Service,  
in order to prevent risks  
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is an electrical appliance.  
Please note:  
Keep these instructions carefully. If the appliance should  
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accompany it.  
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parts of the appliance, switch the machine off, remove the  
plug from the socket and let the machine cool down.  
Please note: first use  
Upon first use, rinse the internal ducts of the device, and  
operate the device like one would to make coffee until at least  
one water tank has been emptied; then proceed with making  
coffee.  
Important:  
Keep the packaging material (plastic bags, expanded  
polystyrene) out of the reach of children.  
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