User manual DELONGHI BCO 85

[. . . ] · The power supply cable of this appliance must never be replaced by the user, because its replacement requires the use of special tools. If the cable should become damaged, or in case it needs to be replaced, please go to a Service Centre authorized by the manufacturer. · Disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet and turn off the ON/OFF switch when the appliance is not in use. Do not leave the appliance uselessly plugged in. DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE The following terms are used throughout the instructions manual. [. . . ] · Open the container by pressing on the opposite areas, marked with the writing "PUSH" and place the filter into its housing carefully as illustrated in fig. · Close the container and reinsert it into the housing by pressing down gently. · After 80 cycles, or in any case after six months of use, the anti-chlorine filter must be replaced. The filter, being made of a vegetable material, can be eliminated with the normal household waste products. HOW TO PREPARE DRIP COFFEE · Raise the lid and remove the water tank (fig. · Fill the tank with cold, clean water, up to the level indicated on the tank corresponding to the number of cups of coffee that are desired (fig. 4). 7 BCO85 GB 1-08-2002 11:23 Pagina 8 HOW TO SELECT THE AROMA OF THE FILTER COFFEE With the Flavour System , it is possible to select the aroma of the filter coffee depending on personal taste. 10), the coffee machine can be programmed for a strong flavour (STRONG position) or a lighter flavour (LIGHT position). The Flavour System feature changes the flavour of the coffee, more or less strong, while the taste of the coffee remains unchanged. HOW TO PREPARE ESPRESSO COFFEE 1. Unscrew the plug of the hot water heater tank by turning it in a counter-clockwise direction. Using the level indications stamped on the WATER LEVEL side, fill the small pot with the amount of water suggested (fig. 11) according to the number of cups of espresso coffee that are desired (see the chart at the end of this text). Replace the plug in the hot water heater tank by turning firmly in a clockwise direction. Fill the filter with the ground coffee, respecting the dosages indicated in the chart at the end of this text and distribute it uniformly in the filter (fig. It is important to use the highest quality coffee and having a medium grind in order to avoid the obstruction of the filter during the brewing. To attach the filter holder to the appliance, position it under the hot water drip spout with the handle towards the left, see fig. Push upwards, and at the same time, turn the handle towards the right. Place the coffee pot for espresso coffee under the filter holder so that the spout where the coffee exits the filter is inside of the opening found on the lid of the coffee pot (fig. Position the "Vario System" selector according the type of espresso coffee desired: "LIGHT" for a lighter coffee and "STRONG" for a stronger tasting brew (fig. After approximately two minutes, the espresso coffee will begin to flow out (fig. ATTENTION: to avoid spraying, never detach the filter holder while the machine in brewing coffee. When the coffee no longer flows out from the filter holder, push the ON/OFF switch for espresso/cappuccino to turn off the hot water heater (fig. Before removing the filter holder, it is important to eliminate all of the residual steam from the inside of the hot water heater to avoid puffs of steam. [. . . ] Alternatively, white wine vinegar can be used, following this procedure: · Pour two cups of white wine vinegar and three cups of water into the tank. · Place the coffee pot onto the hot plate and the filter holder on this without coffee; · Press the ON/OFF drip coffee switch, percolate the equivalent of a cup of the solution and then turn off the appliance. · Allow the vinegar to sit in the machine for an hour; · Turn the machine back on and allow the rest of the solution to percolate through the circuits; · To rinse the appliance, operate the machine with plain water and without using ground coffee at least 3 more times (3 full tanks of water). OTHER CLEANING PROCEDURES · To clean the machine, do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. · Regularly clean the filter holder, the drip collection pan, the hot water drip spout, and the coffee pots. [. . . ]