Cafe C7CEBBS3RD3 Manuel D'utilisation page 15

Care and Cleaning
Descaling Process
DO NOT use any cleaning agents not provided with the product or recommended in this manual.
■ It is recommended to descale once a month or more depending on the water hardness.
Water hardness strip can be used to measure your water hardness and adjust the frequency
of the descale alert accordingly under SmartHQ app.
■ Descale process consists of 2 stages. Descale alert will turn off after the second stage is
completed. The whole process is expected to last 30-40 minutes start to finish.
STAGE 1:
1. Fully fill the water tank.
2. Add one pack of cleaning solution in the water tank and mix well.
3. Remove the drip tray and place a 45 oz or larger container under the spout (spouts for
Steam units).
4. Press and hold the Hot Water and Steam (for Steam machines) and My Cup and Hot Water
for Coffee only Machines for 3 seconds to initiate the descaling process. A single beep
sounds, all buttons turn off and Descale alert starts to flash.
5. Water starts dispensing into the container.
6. After all water is dispensed, Descale alert stops flashing, but stays ON. Add Water alert
flashes.
STAGE 2:
1. After Stage 1 is complete, remove, rinse, fully refill, and reinstall the water tank. Add Water
alert will go off.
2. Repeat steps 3 to 5 from Stage 1.
3. After all water is dispensed, Descale alert turns OFF. Add Water alert turns ON.
4. Refill the water tank again. Unit is ready for normal operation.
NOTE: As an alternative, a 1:1 ratio of water and white vinegar can be used as a cleaning
solution for the descaling process.
System Emptying
The System Emptying process empties the system of all water. Use this function when storing
the machine for long periods.
■ Press and hold the Hot Water and Power buttons together for 3 seconds the initiate the
emptying process. Water will empty into the drip tray.
■ Remove the water tank. Place a small bowl under both spouts.
■ When the cycle ends, the Rinsing button will stop flashing and the machine will return to
the Powered ON state.
Checking Your Water Hardness
Included with the unit is a Water Hardness Test Kit. Please follow the instructions on the package
using the water you plan to use to make espresso. Once you have gathered your results, please
refer to the SmartHQ app to set your water hardness level.
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