How to properly care for your coffee machine: 8 basic rules

Descaling

The main problem that owners of kitchen appliances have to face is the occurrence of scale. In the case of a coffee machine, the heating element of the boiler requires special attention. The cleaning procedure consists of 2 steps (descaling and rinsing) and takes approximately half an hour.

First, you need to drain the liquid from the drip tray, prepare a container with a volume of about 1.2 liters to collect water during the descaling process, remove the additional INTENZA filter from the tank, and also remove the panarello nozzle or cappuccino maker (depending on the model of the coffee machine).

Fill the water tank with Saeco anti-scale agent, add water to the MAX mark and install it in place. Turn off the coffee machine by pressing the button and place a container prepared in advance under the steam/hot water outlet tube. Set disk to coffee bean icon. Press and immediately hold the buttons with the image of coffee cups located in the center of the disk for 5 seconds. After which the reddish indicator should start flashing. The machine will continue to dispense descaling solution into the drip tray. A complete cleaning cycle takes approximately 5 minutes.

After the green indicator turns on, the cleaning agent must be drained from the reservoir. To do this, the disk is moved to the position indicating a hot cup of coffee, and after a minute, liquid will begin to come out through the steam/hot water tube. The whole process will take about 15 minutes. At the end of this cycle, the disc must be placed on the coffee bean icon, drain the water and product from the reservoir and return it to its place.

Fundamentally: all actions are performed with the coffee machine turned off. Otherwise, the coffee making process will begin. If this happens, you need to repeat the actions from the very beginning.

Cleaning other parts

The body of the device should be regularly wiped with a soft damp cloth to remove dust and other contaminants. It is important to promptly drain the liquid accumulated in the pan to avoid the appearance of mold and musty smell. Also, 1-2 times a month you need to wash this part with running water or in a dishwasher at a temperature of no more than 60 °C. It can be reinstalled only after thorough drying.

Compartment for pulp

The pulp compartment must be removed while the machine is turned on. After emptying, rinse it with running water and wipe dry.

If you empty the hopper while the device is turned off, the coffee cycle counter will not reset and the message about the need to empty the container will not disappear from the screen.

Coffee grinder

Cleaning the millstone mechanism is carried out as follows:

1. Empty the bean hopper of coffee.
2. Activate the grinding mode to get rid of the remaining grains.
3. Place the tablet or powder into the hopper.
4. Turn on grinding for 5-6 seconds.
5. Fill the compartment with grains.
6. Prepare 2-3 cups of coffee, pouring the drink down the sink each time.

As a cleaning agent, powder made from food starch is used, which absorbs accumulated fats, or special tablets, for example, Puly grind.

In order for the coffee machine grinders to remain functional for a long time, they must be cleaned regularly.

Cleaning the coffee machine

Rinse the water tank, fill it with clean water to the highest level and return it to its place. Switch the control dial to the hot water supply position. The inner circuit will fill and the green indicator with the image of 2 cups will light up. Next, move the disk to the image of the coffee bean, and water will begin flowing into the drip tray.

At the end of the process, a greenish indicator with the image of 2 cups will turn on. The disc must be moved to the hot water supply position. From the steam outlet tube, water will begin to combine until the tank is empty. Finish the 1st rinsing cycle by moving the disc to the coffee bean icon, after which the reddish no-water indicator will turn on.

The 2nd cycle begins by filling the tank with the freshest water to the MAX mark. When the green indicator with the image of 2 cups lights up, turn the dial to the hot water position. Water will be connected through the steam outlet tube until the tank is empty. After which the coffee machine will turn off. Next you need to rinse the drip tray and return it to its place. Install the cappuccino maker and INTENZA filter. Wash the water reservoir, fill it and return it to the coffee machine. Start up the coffee making equipment.

How often do you need to descale your espresso coffee machine?

Cleaning your coffee machine from scale helps to avoid many problems. Here are some of them.

• Very noisy noise when making coffee
• Lots of steam when making coffee
• Making coffee takes a very long time
• The coffee machine makes less coffee than usual
• The coffee machine prepares slightly warm coffee
• Every 6 months

Why clean your coffee machine?

If you constantly use a coffee machine, then after a while your morning coffee will begin to acquire an unpleasant taste and musty smell, or nothing but steam will flow into the cup. This is not surprising - the coffee machine simply needs cleaning, and it is advisable to do this regularly. Otherwise, this device will quickly turn into a useless non-working gadget.

Each element of the device requires a special approach - the boiler needs to be cleaned of lime deposits, the cappuccino maker needs to be cleaned of milk residues, and coffee oils need to be removed from the hydraulic system. If these rules are neglected, scale will lead to increased power consumption, and bacteria will begin to multiply in the remaining milk foam. And after a few months the car will simply break down.

Manufacturers of kitchen appliances describe in detail in the instructions all the steps for cleaning the machine, and the market offers a lot of special products that make this procedure easier.

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How to descale a Philips espresso machine?

What you will need to remove scale:

• To clean drip coffee machines, you can use white vinegar or a special descaling agent CA6700/10, which has a less strong and pungent odor.
• Correct cleaning instructions - Select your Philips espresso machine model below and read the instructions.

7 methods for descaling your coffee machine.

During automatic coffee production, the machine comes into contact with water and a crumbly product that has an oil base. Continuous heating of water and dissolution of coffee particles leads to contamination of the device, the formation of scale, deposits and oil traces. Lack of long-term care has a negative impact on equipment. In the best case scenario, your drink will lose its original taste; in the worst case, the coffee machine will simply break down.

Descalers for coffee machines

To remind the owner of the need for maintenance, some machine manufacturers install a counter for prepared cups of coffee on the screen. If the indicator exceeds a certain limit of 230 cups, it is necessary to service the device. Low frequency of maintenance – 2 times a year, provided that soft water is used. The main enemy of a coffee machine is scale. To get rid of it in time, you can use several effective methods.

Cleaning the coffee grinder

The coffee grinder can be cleaned in two ways:

1. Using special tablets for cleaning coffee grinders. To do this, you need to grind them like regular coffee. For one cleaning you need 35-40 grams - this is how much fits into the lid of the jar, so it is not necessary to weigh them. We recommend cleaning the coffee grinder with special tablets every 10–15 kg of ground coffee.
2. Disassemble the coffee grinder, remove the millstones and clean them by hand. But here it is very important to do everything correctly and not break anything. For example, if you install the millstones a little unevenly, the grinding quality may decrease. In addition, when disassembling the coffee grinder, the grind will be greatly disrupted and during setup you will waste more coffee than the cleaning tablets would cost. To avoid mistakes when disassembling and assembling the coffee grinder, we recommend reading the instructions for your coffee grinder. Each coffee grinder has a different device and general recommendations cannot be given. We do not recommend disassembling the coffee grinder more than every 50–70 kg of ground coffee.

Periodically, the life of the millstones expires and the grinding becomes less uniform. In this case, they need to be replaced with new ones. When to do this depends on the model of the coffee grinder, the diameter of the burrs and the daily load on the grinder. The average life of the grinders of your coffee grinder should be indicated in the instructions.

When does a coffee machine need cleaning?

The frequency of cleaning the device depends on the frequency of its use, design features and the water that you pour into the water container. Specific coffee lovers are advised to carefully clean the working parts of the device and carry out preventive maintenance at least once every 2 months. If ordinary tap water is used during all this, cleaning should be done more frequently and carried out monthly.

Coffee machine pills

The presence of scale on the heating elements appears in the form of a small snow-white sediment on the bottom of a cup of coffee. You will be able to see that the machine has started to operate louder and the water stream from the drink outlet has become narrower. In addition, there may be an increase in energy consumption and coffee preparation time.

On some machines from the Delonghi, Philips, Nespresso and Saeco brands, the cleaning indicator on the device panel may glow. All of these signs indicate that your home appliances need care. Delaying maintenance may result in device failure.

How to understand when it's time to clean your coffee machine

An unpleasant taste in coffee is a sure sign that the coffee machine needs to be cleaned.
It also happens that cleaning is required much earlier than the indicator lights up. In older models there is no such notification at all. Therefore, it is important to independently determine when the boiler needs to be descaled. This is evidenced by such “symptoms” as:

• Unusual taste of coffee (appearance of bitterness, white sediment or pieces of scale, weakening of strength)
• Extraneous noise or rattling noise when the coffee machine is operating
• Longer boiling time for water
• Reduced steam and water supply

The appearance of at least one of these signs is a reason to think about how long ago the device was cleaned. If 3 weeks or more have passed, then you don’t have to wait for a signal and decalcify as soon as possible.

Methods for cleaning coffee machines

The use of one or another method depends on the brand of coffee machine, the existing difficulty and the manufacturer’s advice. A new device always comes with an annotation that contains tips and precautions for using the device. Study them to get basic information on servicing your coffee machine. In the user’s arsenal there may be a purchased product and folk methods aimed at working with machines of a certain type.

Delonghi Nespresso capsule coffee machine

Self-cleaning

Certain types of devices are supplied with an integrated self-cleaning function. Typically, these are devices with a removable teapot and cappuccino maker, which naturally become clogged, even if they are not used often. By pressing the dedicated "clean" button, you can provide preventative care. With all this, do not forget to fill the water container and place a deep glass under the nozzle, which will prevent water from splashing.

Descaling agent for coffee machine

Many manufacturers produce a line of products created for specific models. For example, a Delonghi, Philips, Nespresso and Saeco brand coffee machine is cleaned with pills of the same name, watery additives and powders. To remove scale, use powder or pill.

Manual cleaning of the device

The instructions for some devices do not indicate the use of a special tool. Typically, self-cleaning devices also do not completely remove plaque, so the manual method can also be used for them. Buy a universal product in powder form, pour it into the coffee compartment and press the button to make a drink. This simple method will free the multifunctional parts of the machine not only from scale, but also from oily deposits.

Cleaning the cappuccino maker

A coffee machine with a cappuccino maker requires careful maintenance. It must be washed immediately after use, since scale, organic particles of milk and coffee settle tightly on the walls of the device. It is best to immediately use self-cleaning and expel ordinary water through the system. You can achieve the final result only after clear water begins to fill the glass.

Pills as a ready-made solution for scale

Coffee machines from the Philips, Saeco, Nespresso and Delonghi brands are cleaned with pills produced by the manufacturers of these machines themselves. For quick cleaning, you need to place 1-2 pills in accordance with the instructions in the coffee brewing compartment. Then you press the drink making button and run the system until the pills are completely dissolved.

Citric acid instead of powder

If you don’t have a comprehensive coffee machine cleaning product on hand, you can use a universal folk method. Fill the water tank with warm water with dissolved citric acid (2-6 tablespoons). Then pour the liquid into the water compartment. Start making the drink and monitor the result. Citric acid is completely replaceable with vinegar (1/3 solution) or alcohol (half a glass per liter of water).

Coca-Cola as an enemy of scale

Pour a bottle of carbonated drink into the water compartment and run the entire volume through the coffee machine. After the procedure, you must thoroughly wash the inside with ordinary water.

Cleaning the milk circuit of milk machines

The issue of cleaning the milk tract is especially popular among owners of cars with an automatic cappuccino maker. However, it is necessary to clean any types of appliances that have means for frothing milk.

For pannarello, simply unscrew the tube and rinse it under running water. For different types of milk jugs, it is necessary to rinse under running water after each use. The automatic device must be cleaned by replacing milk with water and starting the liquid supply. If the contamination is not severe, 50 ml of water will be enough for complete cleansing.

If the ducts dry out after forgetting to clean them, you will have to use special cleaning products. Manufacturers offer a wide range of different cleaning products at different price points. In fact, absolutely everything can cope with pollution, even the cheapest means.

Experts recommend washing milk jugs twice a week in dishwashers or under strong pressure of running water. This systematic cleaning method will eliminate the use of chemicals for many years.

Products for cleaning the milk node:

• liquids for dairy systems. Remove dried milk particles. It should be used systematically every day, adding about 20 ml to the node;
• liquids used for cleaning cappuccino machines;
• pressed tablets for mammary nodes.

Coffee makers of any type require constant systematic monitoring of cleanliness. Delay when it comes to sedum can lead not only to a poor-quality finished drink, but also to significant damage inside the machine. It is necessary to pay attention to all parts of the machine, from the most important brewing parts to the grinding systems. Manufacturers offer a wide selection of special products for professional cleaning; just find yours and choose a convenient dosage for high-quality cleaning of the coffee machine. Constant care and respect will help the device last a long time and prepare only a delicious coffee drink.

Features of car care for various brands

It doesn't matter which coffee machine requires a personal touch. For example, descaling a Delonghi coffee machine is carried out with care products from this brand. Do not forget to remove waste water and coffee from the trays and try to use purified water to extend the life of the device.

Descaling a Saeco coffee machine can be done comprehensively using pills. You can place not 1, but 2 pills in the tank to increase the cleaning efficiency. This type of descaling of a Philips coffee machine is done with powder solutions and pills. More detailed tips on caring for your coffee machine can be found in the instructions for a particular device.

Saeco Xsmall Automatic coffee machine.

Pour-type coffee machine

Operating procedure:

1. Disconnect the removable brewing device and rinse with running water.
2. Clean the strainer holes clogged with coffee residues using a soap solution, brush or needle.
3. Install the element back after it has completely dried.

Cleaning using special means (both removable and non-removable brewing unit) is carried out in strict accordance with the instructions for the device. Typically, the algorithm is as follows:

1. Place an oil remover tablet into the ground coffee chamber.
2. Install the “Ground Coffee” program.
3. Place a cup under the dispenser and activate the largest volume of espresso brewing.
4. Drain the released water (as a rule, the liquid comes out white and with a foam similar to soap).
5. Prepare coffee 2-3 times, but do not drink it, but pour it into the sink.
6. After 30 minutes, repeat the procedure 2-3 times with clean water.

Special products are used to clean the brewing unit from coffee oils.

Products for cleaning coffee machines from oils

Cleaning from coffee oils is carried out using tablets with the appropriate markings: cleans, clean, cleaning, for cleansing coffee oils, etc. Judging by the reviews, they have proven themselves well:

• Topper 3037;
• JURA;
• Melitta 1500791;
• Bosch 311769;
• Cleancaf Urnex;
• Neohome;
• Filtero 613 and others.

The most affordable coffee oil tablets are produced by Melitta and Bosch. On average, one cleaning costs 250 rubles. It’s even cheaper to buy similar products from Topper 3037 (35–40 rubles per cleaning).

Melitta coffee oil tablets - a branded product at an affordable price

Video: cleaning the device from coffee oils (using Jura as an example)

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Find out which descaling procedure is suitable for your Xsmall coffee machine model.

The descaling procedure depends on the model number and serial number of the coffee machine.

The model number and serial number are located on a label on the inside of the service door.

Model number: HD8743–HD8747 and RI8743–RI8747 with serial number TW901241438213–TW901434485351. Descaling procedure for Xsmall version 1.

Model number: HD8743–HD8747 and RI8743–RI8747 with serial number less than TW901241438213 or greater than TW901434485351. Descaling procedure for Xsmall version 2.

Model number: HD8644–HD8647. Descaling procedure for Xsmall version 3.

Model number: HD8642–HD8643. Descaling procedure for Xsmall version 4.

Carob coffee maker: how to clean

In coffee machines that use grain coffee, there is always a brewing unit. As the device is used, the part begins to contain excess coffee oils on its walls. Based on the placement of the brewing unit, a distinction is made between a removable and a built-in version. Cleaning the system of coffee oils varies depending on the location of the components.

For carob-type coffee makers, the brewer function is performed by the horn.

The process of removing fat from the removable part

Removable block. Its cleaning is carried out by removing it from its place and rinsing it under running water. After complete drying, the system will be placed in its original place. The procedure is performed every few weeks depending on the frequency of operation of the coffee machine. Additional cleaning should be done every 300-400 cups. Varovik, also known as a removable block, is cleaned together with the water supply using chemicals.

Washing the removable unit

Built-in brewer. In coffee makers with a built-in brewing system, cleaning occurs automatically using special tablets. Keeping these coffee makers clean is even more important than with a removable unit. If handled neglectfully, the device will quickly fail.

The cleaning process in pour-over coffee machines is carried out in 8 steps:

1. coffee is removed from the brewer;
2. The cleaning agent is placed in the compartment for ground grains (1 tablet or 3 grams of powder). Pour 2 liters of water into the machine;
3. turn on the cooking mode from ground grains;
4. place the container under the nose of the distribution;
5. set the maximum espresso size in the settings;
6. pour the liquid entering the cup into the drain;
7. half an hour after the process is completed, let the car stand;
8. We thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water.

In cases where the manufacturer has equipped the machine with sensors that prevent the device from operating if there are no grains of any kind, you will have to place a cleaning agent in the brewing unit. After cleaning, you must flush the waterway using the additional button in the menu.

Before descaling

The descaling procedure takes approximately 30 minutes and consists of scrubbing and rinsing cycles. Once you start the descaling function, you need to finish it.

Getting Started

• Drain the drip tray.
• Prepare a container to catch water during the descaling process.
• Remove the INTENZA+ water filter from the water tank (if equipped).
• Remove the panarello / cappuccino maker / automatic cappuccino maker (if equipped).

How to descale

An easy way to remove limescale at home is to use citric acid, as it is a powerful limescale remover.

As a folk cleaning product, citric acid has the following properties:

• It does not pollute the environment;
• Does not form toxins;
• Limescale, when dissolved in citric acid, does not release harmful chemicals that are hazardous to health;
• A small amount of powdered citric acid dissolves even old scale.
• A package of citric acid is cheap and will save the family budget.
• There is no pungent odor.
• Citric acid does not spoil as long as it is stored in an airtight container, so the bags will last a very long time since you only need a small amount to process the coffee maker.

Xsmall descaling procedure 1

Model number: HD8743–HD8747 and RI8743–RI8747 with serial number TW901241438213–TW901434485351.

The started function must be completed to the end without interrupting the process. Unplugging the coffee machine will not cancel the process. If the descaling function cannot be completed, unplug the coffee machine, set the control dial to the “BEAN” position and TURN ON the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button. The machine will automatically resume the descaling function from step 6. Continue and complete the function.

Descaling

1) Empty the water tank and fill it with Philips/Saeco descaling solution. Fill with fresh water up to the MAX mark and place the tank back. 2) TURN OFF the coffee machine by pressing the ON/OFF button. 3) Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position. 4) Place a large container under the steam/hot water wand. 5) Immediately press and hold the ESPRESSO and COFFEE buttons for 5 seconds. The reddish EXCLAMATION symbol will begin to flash rapidly and will continue to flash throughout the descaling cycle. 6) The machine will dispense descaling solution into the drip tray at minute intervals. The liquid does not come from the steam/hot water wand. This will take about 5 minutes. Wait until the green “2 CUPS” indicator lights up.

Please note: If you do not turn the coffee machine OFF before pressing the buttons, it will start brewing coffee instead of starting the descaling cycle. If this works, repeat the steps starting from step 2.

7) When the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator lights up, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. After approximately 1 minute, liquid will begin to flow from the steam/hot water wand at minute intervals until the tank is empty. This will take about 15 minutes. 9) When the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator begins to flash slowly, turn the dial to the “GRAIN” position. The reddish LOW WATER indicator will light up. 10) Drain the large container and drip tray and replace them.

Flushing cycle

11) Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. Install it in your car. 12) When the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator lights up, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. The machine will fill the inner contour. 13) After which the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator will begin to flash slowly. Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position. 14) The machine will start dispensing water into the drip tray. The liquid does not come from the steam/hot water wand. 15) When the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator lights up, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. Then water will be supplied from the steam/hot water wand until the tank is empty. 16) After which the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator will begin to flash slowly. Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position. The reddish LOW WATER indicator will light up.

2nd washing cycle.

17) Drain the large container and drip tray and replace them. 18) Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. Install it in your car. 19) When the greenish “2 CUPS” indicator lights up, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. 20) The steam/hot water wand will supply water until the tank is empty. 21) Then the coffee machine will turn off. The reddish EXCLAMATION symbol will go out. Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position. 22) Rinse the drip tray and replace it. Reinstall the pannarello/cappuccino maker and INTENZA+ filter (if applicable). 23) Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. Install it in your car. 24) Turn on the coffee machine to make coffee.

Alternative cleaning methods

If you don't have citric acid on hand or just don't want to use this method to clean your automatic coffee maker, there are alternatives that are just as easy and effective. One way is to use vinegar and water to descale the machine, which is especially important if you have hard water.

Cleaning with vinegar

Although some sources suggest using vinegar, experts strongly recommend against it.

If you still decide, to clean, add 1 part white vinegar and 2 parts water to the reservoir, install the filter, turn on the coffee maker and run this solution as if you were brewing regular coffee. Then run two more tanks of clean water through the coffee maker to get rid of the vinegar smell after cleaning the machine.

The descaling solution for coffee machines that works best is a ratio of 25% vinegar to 75% water. Some users and manufacturers recommend up to 50%.

• Of course, vinegar is an affordable product, but it produces toxic fumes and requires cleaning in a ventilated room.
• To avoid the aggressive smell and taste of vinegar, the coffee machine will have to be rinsed much longer than when using citric acid.
• Additionally, the smell and taste of vinegar will remain if it is not washed off properly.
• Vinegar contains high levels of acetic acid, which is a harsh chemical that causes corrosion.

You can also approach descaling your coffee machine with vinegar and then cycling through a commercial descaling solution every three or four cleanings.

Lemon Juice Cleanse

Lemon juice is another solution that is often mentioned. This might work. However, one problem is that it doesn't always work well with hard water, and vinegar and citric acid are cheaper.

If you are unsure whether all the solution has been removed from the machine, you can use baking soda to test whether the acids from the solution are present in the water. When the water becomes clear and smells like clean water, you can brew your coffee again.

Some people use vinegar, others use citric acid, and there are people who use lemon juice as a descaler - any all-natural descaler will work (albeit with varying degrees of effectiveness, and note that some may cause corrosion of the machine more than others).

Xsmall 2 descaling procedure

Model number: HD8743–HD8747 and RI8743–RI8747 with serial number less than TW901241438213 or greater than TW901434485351.

Descaling:

1) Make sure the unit is ON and the control dial is in the center “GRAIN” position. 2) Empty the water tank and fill it with Philips/Saeco descaling solution. Fill with fresh water up to the MAX mark and place the tank back. 3) Place a large container under the steam/hot water wand. 4) Turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position and pour out 2-3 cups of water (about 150 ml). Stop the water flow by turning the dial to the “GRAIN” position. 5) Wait approximately 10 minutes for the product to take effect. 6) Turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position and pour out 2-3 cups of water (about 150 ml). Stop the water flow by turning the dial to the “GRAIN” position. 7) Wait approximately 3 minutes for the product to take effect. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the descaling solution in the tank runs out and the LACK OF WATER indicator glows steadily.

1st washing cycle.

9) When the NO WATER indicator stays steady, move the dial back to the “GRAIN” position. Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. 10) Drain the liquid from the container and place it again under the steam/hot water outlet pipe. 11) Turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. The machine's rinse cycle will begin. Wait until all the water from the tank has been drained and the LACK OF WATER indicator lights up steadily. 12) Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position.

2nd washing cycle.

13) Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. Drain the liquid from the container and place it again under the steam outlet tube. 14) Place a cup under the spout and brew one serving of coffee. Press and release the ESPRESSO button. The coffee making process will begin. Wait until the drink is ready and remove the cup. 15) Place a container under the steam/hot water wand. 16) Turn the control dial to the HOT WATER position. Wait until all the water from the tank has been drained and the LACK OF WATER indicator lights up steadily. 17) Turn the control dial to the “GRAIN” position. 18) Rinse the drip tray and replace it. Reinstall the pannarello/cappuccino maker and INTENZA+ filter (if applicable). 19) Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh water up to the MAX line. Install it in your car.

Steps to cleaning a coffee machine

There are models of units in which the cleaning process starts automatically (for example, in Saeco Incanto HD8918/09). Activating it is easy - pour water into the tank, add a special product and start the process. But with machines without such self-cleaning, you need to follow a different algorithm:

• All filters and trays need to be cleaned;
• Pour the product into a reservoir of water;
• Instead of a cup, place a vessel for draining liquid under the cappuccino maker;
• Start the cleaning process, gradually draining the cleaning agent;
• Wash all parts under running water;
• Brew a couple of servings of coffee and pour them out.

It is recommended not to interrupt the machine cleaning procedure, otherwise the program may crash and you will have to start all over again.

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Xsmall 3 descaling procedure

Model number: HD8644–HD8647 with control dial.

1) TURN OFF the coffee machine. 2) Drain the drip tray and replace it. 3) Empty the water tank and fill it with Philips/Saeco descaling solution. Fill with fresh water up to the MAX mark and place the tank back. 4) Place a large container under the steam/water outlet pipe. 5) Move the control dial to the center “GRAIN” position. 6) Immediately press and hold the ESPRESSO and COFFEE buttons for 5 seconds. The machine will begin dispensing descaling liquid into the drip tray at minute intervals. The liquid does not come from the steam/hot water wand. This will take about 5 minutes. The descaling indicator will slowly flash orange until the cleaning cycle is completely completed.

7) When the greenish 2 CUPS indicator lights up steadily, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER SUPPLY position. After approximately 1 minute, liquid will begin to flow from the steam/hot water wand at minute intervals until the tank is empty. This will take about 15 minutes. When the greenish 2 CUPS indicator begins to flash slowly, move the dial to the center “BEAN” position. The 2 CUPS indicator will go out, and the reddish LACK OF WATER indicator will light up. 9) Remove and clean the container and drip tray, then replace them. 10) Remove the water tank, rinse it and fill it with fresh water to the MAX line. Install it in your car. 11) When the greenish 2 CUPS indicator lights up steadily, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER SUPPLY position. The machine will begin the process of filling the circuit. 12) When the greenish 2 CUPS indicator begins to flash slowly, move the dial to the center “GRAIN” position. The machine will start dispensing water into the drip tray. The liquid does not come from the steam/hot water wand. 13) When the greenish 2 CUPS indicator lights up steadily, turn the control dial to the HOT WATER SUPPLY position. Liquid will begin to flow through the steam/water outlet tube. 14) At the end of the rinsing cycle, the orange DESCALING indicator will go out and the EXCLAMATION symbol will start flashing. Move the control dial to the center “GRAIN” position. 15) The green STANDBY indicator will start flashing. The machine will heat up and automatically perform a rinsing cycle. 16) The device is ready for use.

How to clean a coffee machine

Cleaning the coffee machine is not difficult - the procedure is given in some detail in the instructions. Most importantly, do not forget the 8 basic cleaning rules:

1. Use powders and tablets in a dissolved state, mix liquid ones with water, use cleaning capsules in capsule coffee machines;
2. Do not forget to remove the filter from the tank - strong compounds can ruin it;
3. It is allowed to use not only professional products. You shouldn’t overpay for a brand; often non-branded cleaners work no less effectively;
4. Be careful with home remedies, especially recipes with citric acid - you can ruin the electronics of the car;
5. Signs about the need for cleaning should not be ignored - it is better to start the procedure immediately so as not to damage the mechanism;
6. It is advisable to use softened, filtered water;
7. Every 300-400 cups it is necessary to carry out general cleaning by removing all elements of the machine;
8. Drain the drip tray daily as it can give drinks a musty smell.

Xsmall 4 descaling procedure

Model number: HD8644–HD8647 without control dial.

1. TURN OFF the coffee machine.
2. Drain the drip tray and replace it.
3. Empty the water tank and fill it with the full amount of Philips/Saeco descaling solution. Fill with fresh water up to the MAX mark and place the tank back.
4. Place a large container under the coffee spout.
5. Press and hold the ESPRESSO button for 5 seconds. The DESCALING indicator will slowly flash orange until the descaling cycle is completely completed.
6. The machine will dispense descaling liquid through the coffee spout at minute intervals until the water tank is empty. This will take about 20 minutes.
7. When the red NO WATER indicator lights up, remove and clean the container and drip tray, then replace them.
8. Remove the water tank, rinse it and fill it with fresh water to the MAX line. Install it in your car.
9. The machine will start dispensing water through the coffee spout. During the entire rinsing cycle, the DESCALING indicator flashes orange twice.
10. At the end of the rinsing cycle, the DESCAL CLEAN indicator will go out and the STANDBY MODE indicator will begin to flash green. The machine will heat up and automatically perform a rinsing cycle.
11. The machine is ready for use.

The information on this page applies to models: HD8642/01, HD8644/01, HD8646/01, CA6700/99, CA6700/00, CA6702/00, HD8743/19, HD8745/09, HD8745/19, HD8747/09, RI9743/ 11, RI9745/01. more less

Instructions for use Philips Saeco Xsmall HD8743.

Drip coffee maker

A drip coffee maker basically consists of three parts: a boiler into which water is poured, a compartment for ground coffee with a filter and a shower screen, and a thermos or glass kettle into which the finished coffee flows. In order for the coffee to taste good, each of these parts needs to be cleaned.

To clean the boiler of a drip coffee maker from scale, you need to dilute either special chemicals, or citric acid (30 grams per liter), or vinegar (1:2) in water, pour it into the boiler and turn on the coffee preparation. Halfway through the process, the coffee maker should be turned off and left in this state for 15–20 minutes so that the water cleans the internal surfaces. Then you need to turn on the coffee maker again so that the remaining solution is completely transferred into the thermos or glass kettle. At the end, you need to turn on the coffee maker three more times with plain water, and then wipe it so that there is no chemical taste in the coffee.

In addition, you need to clean the shower screen separately. This can be done using a soft brush. Soap cannot be used.

In addition to the coffee maker itself, you also need to clean the thermos or glass kettle in which the coffee is prepared. We recommend leaving them overnight with the cleaning product inside and then scrubbing them with a long-handled brush. You can do this at home once a week, in a coffee shop - every day.

Series 1200 Fully automatic espresso coffee machine

Regular descaling of your Philips/Saeco espresso machine ensures excellent coffee taste and temperature. If the Calc/Clean indicator starts flashing slowly, this means that the machine needs to be descaled. Follow the instructions or watch a video on how to perform this procedure at home.

When descaling your espresso machine, use only Philips descaling solution (CA6700 descaling solution).

Descaling instructions may vary depending on the espresso machine model. See the instruction manual for more detailed instructions or watch video instructions on the Coffee Care

.

Note.

The descaling process can take up to 30 minutes. Once the process has started, it cannot be interrupted.