User manual DELONGHI ICM 30

[. . . ] · The manufacturer takes no responsibility for damage derived from improper use. · Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands. · Never immerse the appliance in water. · The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. [. . . ] · Make sure the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the appliance rating plate. Connect the appliance to an efficiently earthed socket with a minimum current rating of 10A only. The manufacturer may not be considered liable for possible incidents caused by the failure to adequately earth the mains. · If the power socket does not match the plug on the appliance, have the socket replaced with a suitable type by a qualified professional. 5 Filter Coffee Maker How to prepare the filter coffee · Open the frontal door by pulling the handle (fig. 1) and, by using the jug, pour fresh water into the water compartment up to the level corresponding to the number of cups you want to make. Check the water level viewer and it is suggested to use the provided carafe as the measure, as the maximum volume of the carafe corresponds to those of the water tank (fig. · Place the permanent filter in the filter holder (fig. · Place the ground coffee in the filter, using the measuring spoon supplied, and level evenly (Fig. As a general rule, use a level measuring spoon of ground coffee (around 7 grams) for each cup (for example, 8 spoons to make 8 cups). The quantity of ground coffee used will vary according to personal taste. Use good quality, medium ground coffee, packaged for filter coffee makers. · Close the lid and place the jug on the plate with the lid on (fig. · Press the "ON/OFF" switch (Fig. The light on the button comes on to indicate that the drip coffee maker is operating. · The coffee will start to come out after a few seconds. It is completely normal for the appliance to release a little steam while the coffee is filtering. · If you leave the ON/OFF button pressed after percolation has finished, the plate will keep the coffee at the ideal temperature. Attention: removing the jug before all the coffee is made does not interrupt production of the coffee, but merely blocks flow into the jug. If you want to pour out a little coffee immediately, you are recommended to do so as rapidly as possible in order to avoid the coffee overflowing in the filter holder. Unlock Unlock fig. 6 Filter Coffee Maker 6 Cleaning and maintenance Before performing any cleaning or maintenance operations, turn the machine off, unplug it from the power socket and allow it to cool down. When cleaning the coffee maker, do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. Never immerse the coffee maker in water: it is an electrical appliance. Descaling If the water in your local area is hard, lime scale will form over time. [. . . ] Leave the vinegar to act for one hour; 6. Switch the coffee maker back on and filter the rest of the solution; 7. To rinse the machine, operate it with water and without ground coffee at least 3 times (3 complete tanks of water). You are recommended to descale the coffee machine about every 300 coffees. Problem solving Problem The filter coffee takes a long time to filter through. · Possible causes The filter coffee maker needs to be descaled · Solution Descale as described in the paragraph "Descaling" Rinse the appliance as described in the chapter "Descaling" The coffee has an acid flavour · The coffee maker has not been rinsed sufficiently · Important information for correct disposal of the product in accordance with EC Directive 2002/96/EC. [. . . ]