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 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
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.
What you need for cleaning
To descale your Saeco coffee machine, you will need any cleaning product designed for cleaning coffee machines and coffee makers. One of the best is KAVA Descoling Agent. Its advantage is its low price and quality of action. This product is reusable - can be used 6 times.
The Saeco product will deal with scale: pour 250 ml of the product into a water container and top up with clean water, start the decalcification program.
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.
Descaling a Saeco coffee machine without autocleaning
You will need some time, so allow about two hours for the entire process. During this time, you will have to focus exclusively on the coffee maker. The coffee machine must be cold; hot acid is stronger and there is a risk of damage.
- Dilute the cleaning agent in water and pour it into the water container.
- Turn on the coffee maker and pour in 3 cups of water.
- Unplug and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Do the previous steps three times.
- Turn off the hot water tap and brew the coffee with the cleaning solution until all the liquid is gone.
- Rinse the water container and operating unit with warm, clean water. Pour water into a container and run it through the system. Repeat 3 times.
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.
The main problems with the operation of coffee machines and how to solve them
As a rule, to diagnose problems with the operation of the coffee machine, it is not necessary to disassemble the device, since they are visible to the naked eye. Let's look at the most common of them.
Creaking, vibration, strong heating of the case
In 95% of cases, such problems arise from irregular maintenance of the coffee machine: cleaning, decalcification or lubrication.
To remove limescale, you need to remove and rinse the teapot and clean the inside of the compartment. Additionally, you need to rinse the water tank, drip tray and wipe the body. After this, the brewing unit must dry and only then can you start lubricating it.
If the brewing device is not removable, then after decalcification it must be cleaned twice in a row using special tablets.
All moving parts of the charger, plastic gears, drive shaft, o-ring seals and grooves, sliding guides need to be lubricated. During operation, they are constantly exposed to high loads and temperatures, so all mentioned parts need protection.
As a rule, a tube of lubricant is included with the coffee machine. If the manufacturer has not added lubricant to the kit or it has run out, you need to choose a service material with the highest performance properties. It's not worth saving on this. The same medical Vaseline will only ensure the functionality of the device for a short time.
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.
Coffee machine descaling products
Saeco offers its own special products that are guaranteed to remove even old plaque without damaging the device from the inside. You can also use Philips products; the Saeko brand belongs to them, so the products may say either way. As a last resort, take any other professional cleaning products designed specifically for coffee machines, and not for descaling in general.
It is better to take liquid products, but you can also take tablets - in this case they are dissolved in the specified amount of water.
Do not use liquids based on mineral acids. They can be recognized by the sulfamic (NH2SO3H), sulfuric (H2SO4) and hydrochloric (HCL) acids they contain.
We do not recommend using citric acid, heated Coca-Cola and similar products that are used to descale teapots, although there are also positive results of such cleaning of coffee machines online. The risk of damaging thin plastic tubes is quite high, and if something goes wrong, repairs will be very expensive.
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.
What is the difference between a coffee maker and a coffee machine?
A coffee maker is a simple mechanical device that processes ground coffee.
A coffee machine is a completely autonomous device that can:
- Grind coffee beans
- Brew coffee of different strengths
- Prepare different types of drink
- Dose milk, cream and sugar
- Pour coffee into cups in the required proportions
- Control the temperature of the drink
The most popular manufacturers of such machines are Saeco, Delonghi, Bosch and others.
How does a coffee machine work?
We have already found out that a coffee machine is a modernized and fully automatic coffee maker. Let's move on to consider the design of this device.
Depending on the model and brand, the design of coffee machines varies. Equipment with minimal or average functionality is in demand for private use. Expensive devices with a wide range of functions and complex electronics are used in restaurants and other catering establishments.
Regardless of the model and shape, each coffee machine has the following components:
- Container for storing roasted beans or ground coffee
- Capsule or device for grinding grains
- Container for water
- Bean or ground coffee dispenser
- Brew block
- Container for collecting waste coffee powder
- Boiler for boiling water
- A system of pumps and tubes pumping water into the device
- Filter, capsule or tablet holder
- Drain tray for coffee and water
- Electronic control unit
- Digital control panel with indicators
The brewing unit is the most important element of any coffee machine. It is in it that steam or water passes through the ground coffee beans, and the output is the same drink.
Such a device is sold separately, so if the original CB breaks down, you can replace it without any problems.
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).
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.
Saeco coffee machine - instructions for solving technical problems
Coffee machines are complex devices,
which contain various mechanical units, electronic modules, as well as a hydraulic system with fairly high steam and hot water pressure. Therefore, during the operation of these devices, some questions often arise. The saeco coffee machine instructions presented in this article will help answer in detail the most common of them. 1. Why does the coffee flow unevenly in my Saeco coffee machine?
Answer:
Most often, the reason is that the mesh and filter of the coffee maker's feed horn are clogged with small grains of coffee, grease, and scale. You can get rid of the latter by decalcification; from coffee particles, wash the strainer thoroughly using a stiff brush. Coffee grease is removed using a special cleaning product specifically designed for coffee makers. Usually the device itself lets you know about errors in the saeco coffee machine; the corresponding inscription lights up on its screen. Another reason for an uneven stream of coffee can be low water pressure created by the pump, and the reason for this lies in the wear of the moving parts.
2. What to do if the coffee machine says “dregdrawer full” on the display?
Answer:
This inscription is information about the cake, which appears when the waste container contains about three dozen coffee slices. You should empty the waste bin without turning off the coffee machine. Sometimes it happens that the message “dregdrawer full” may appear on the saeco coffee machine error screen, even if the container is not yet full. In any case, he needs to remove the accumulated cake.
3. How to drain a coffee machine?
Answer:
During the initial start-up, it is necessary to drain the coffee maker - fill all the internal circuits of the device with drinking water and run it at idle speed. The machine can prepare the first couple of cups of coffee after the drainage procedure, similar to light brown water with a slight coffee taste. It is important to remember that each Saeco machine is programmed to the desired coffee strength.
4. How to reduce the coffee size in the hd8743 coffee machine?
Answer:
In order to reduce the volume of coffee drink dispensed, you must use the rotating control key.
5. How to increase the grind of coffee in a Saeco coffee machine?
Answer:
The coffee maker allows you to regulate the coffee grinding process, depending on the type of coffee used, which is done by changing the gap between the grinders of the coffee grinder. There is nothing complicated about it, you just need to turn the knob inside the coffee bean hopper. There are five grinding modes, the thicker the dot mark, the coarser the grind will be, and the finer it is, the finer the grind will be. Attention! The control knob located inside the coffee bean hopper must be turned strictly while the coffee machine is running. There are some steps you need to take:
- Remove the coffee grinder lid.
- Press the start button to prepare coffee.
- While the device is grinding beans, turn the adjusting screw in the desired direction. Brew two servings of coffee to evaluate its taste.
6. How much coffee does the Philips Saeco HD8325 brew in one cycle?
Answer:
The saeco 8753 coffee machine is capable of simultaneously preparing two cups of aromatic drink.
7. Philips Saeco HD8753/89 - problems turning on, what should I do?
Answer:
First of all, you need to check the electrical cord for any damage, and also check the outlet for voltage. If, when examining the wire of the coffee machine, blackening or breaks were detected, it is necessary to replace the cord or plug, but you must have special skills and an excellent understanding of electricity, plus safety precautions. Also, the saeco coffee machine does not work if the door behind which the brewing unit is located is poorly closed. And in this device, the thermal protection located on the boilers can work against overheating. It is necessary to measure them with a tester, and if the resistance is equal to infinity, replace them with new ones. It may also happen that a normal voltage surge will damage the electronics unit. However, if a person is not a professional in this field, then it is best to take the coffee machine to a repair shop to determine the true cause of the malfunction.
8. How to change the filter in the hd8753 coffee machine?
Answer:
The water filter in your coffee machine should be changed once or twice a month. The need for this procedure will be indicated by appropriate indicators. It is important to strictly follow the step-by-step instructions:
- Remove the filter from the box. Set the marked mark to the current month.
- Remove the water container, pour the liquid out of it, make sure it is clean.
- Insert the device for installing and removing the filter into the corresponding recess, turn clockwise to secure it.
- Install the filter into the water container (empty) using the filter installation/removal device, apply a little pressure until the filter is in the right place. The marking on its original position should match the desired mark on the water tank.
- Turn the device for installing and removing the filter counterclockwise, then remove it from the liquid container.
- Fill the hopper with drinking water.
- Turn on the coffee machine, prepare hot water and fill the liquid container with drinking water.
9. What does it mean to manually prepare cappuccino in a coffee machine?
Answer:
This mode for preparing a coffee drink is available in models of coffee makers equipped with a separate hot water supply tap and a special nozzle for dispensing steam, namely, for manual preparation of cappuccino.
10. What to do if the coffee machine starts to leak?
Answer:
First, you should check to see if the coffee maker's O-ring is clogged with dirt. It will be useful to wash the installation site of the horn and the sealing ring itself. Secondly, visually check the sealing ring for cracks or loss of elasticity due to salt and fat deposits. The seal should be removed without effort; to do this, you just need to pick it up with a screwdriver from the side and pull it out smoothly. If the seal ring is damaged, it must be replaced with a new one. It is important to ensure that the earpiece filter is clean. If it is clogged with coffee particles and liquid does not pass through it, then it may happen that after replacing the seal and turning on the device, hot water under high pressure will break its way out in some other place.
11. Why can’t I make a good cappuccino in a coffee machine?
Answer:
To make a cappuccino drink with a strong and elastic foam that does not settle for a long time, you need to use fat milk that is as white as possible (at least 4%), plus it must first be cooled!
12. How to descale?
Answer:
Removing scale in a saeco coffee machine will help you use a special decalcification agent - Saeco CA6700/00, which will remove limescale in a matter of seconds and thus significantly improve the taste of coffee. This unique liquid will protect the machine system from corrosion in its components, which will maximize the service life of the coffee maker. This descaling solution eliminates the need to clean the appliance manually. A saeco coffee machine can be descaled using a similar care product produced by a familiar coffee machine manufacturer, if its coffee machines are of the same class and level, plus the materials for making the coffee makers are identical.
13. Why doesn't my saeco coffee machine grind coffee?
Answer:
First, you should check that there are coffee beans in the machine’s hopper. If they are there, but there is no grinding process, you need to pour the remaining grains into a cup. When the coffee raw material is slightly moistened, it will be difficult to remove it from the compartment, so you can resort to using a vacuum cleaner. After the coffee grinder has been cleaned, it is important to set it to the maximum grind level, add coffee and turn on the machine to prepare the drink. If the process has started successfully, brew five cups of coffee, and then return the grinding mode to the normal, most often used position. If this procedure does not help, and the saeco coffee machine does not grind coffee, you can proceed to using special products to clean the device, but you still do not need to expect a hundred percent result. The most effective way is to disassemble and carefully clean the coffee maker by hand.
14. How to clean a Saeco coffee machine?
Answer:
The brewing mechanism is the most important component of a coffee machine, because it is in it that unforgettable coffee is prepared. In all Saeco devices, this mechanism is removable, and the cleaning process is very simple and does not require any cleaning agents. You just need to rinse the device under good pressure of warm water. How to clean a Saeco coffee machine? The brewing mechanism can be easily removed and reinstalled. Even a small child can cope with this procedure, and there is absolutely no need for various tools.
It is important to remember that for the long-term service of the coffee machine, you should regularly clean it of scale and coffee deposits, and there is nothing complicated about this, because the Saeco coffee machine manual is the most reliable assistant in resolving any issues that arise during the operation of the coffee maker!
Cleaning your Saeco coffee machine
Daily cleansing. Important!
To clean the device, use a soft, damp cloth. — Do not place removable components in the dishwasher. — Do not immerse the machine in water. — Do not use alcohol, solvents and/or abrasives to clean the machine. — Do not use a microwave and/or convection oven to dry the machine and/or its components.
Saeco coffee machine - descaling
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.
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.
Xsmall 4 descaling procedure
Model number: HD8644–HD8647 without control dial.
- TURN OFF the coffee machine.
- Drain the drip tray and replace it.
- 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.
- Place a large container under the coffee spout.
- Press and hold the ESPRESSO button for 5 seconds. The DESCALING indicator will slowly flash orange until the descaling cycle is completely completed.
- 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.
- When the red NO WATER indicator lights up, remove and clean the container and drip tray, then replace them.
- Remove the water tank, rinse it and fill it with fresh water to the MAX line. Install it in your car.
- The machine will start dispensing water through the coffee spout. During the entire rinsing cycle, the DESCALING indicator flashes orange twice.
- 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.
- 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.
