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Descaling
∙ Depending on the water quality (lime
content) in your area as well as the
frequency of use, all thermal household
appliances using hot water need
descaling (i.e. removal of lime deposits)
on a regular basis to guarantee proper
functioning. Any warranty claim will
be null and void if the appliance
malfunctions because of insuffi cient
descaling.
∙ Descaling is needed when:
∙ the brewing cycle takes longer than
normal,
∙ there is a visible build-up of deposits
inside the water reservoir or around the
valve unit,
∙ the valve of the water reservoir has
become leaky.
∙ An excessive build-up of lime deposits is
very diffi cult to remove, even when strong
descaling agents are used. It may also
cause the brewing system to leak. We
therefore strongly recommend descaling
the appliance after each 30 to 40 brewing
cycles. For descaling, a vinegar solution
may be used as follows.
∙ Mix 2-3 tablespoons of vinegar essence
with 250 ml of cold water.
∙ Pour the descaling solution into the
water container, insert a paper fi lter
into the fi lter holder, without adding
any coffee as described in section
Making coffee, and let the appliance run
through one fi ltration cycle. Repeat the
process if necessary. During descaling,
ensure suffi cient ventilation and do not
inhale any vinegar vapours.
∙ To clean the appliance after descaling,
let it run through 2-3 fi ltration cycles
using clean water only.
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∙ Do not pour descalers down enamel
sinks.
Disposal
Devices marked with this symbol
must be disposed of separately
from your household waste, as
they contain valuable materials
that can be recycled. Proper disposal
protects the environment and human health.
Your local authority or retailer can provide
information on the matter.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period
of fi ve years from the date of purchase.
Under this guarantee the manufacturer
undertakes to repair or replace any parts
found to be defective, providing the product
is returned to one of our authorised service
centres. This guarantee is only valid if the
appliance has been used in accordance with
the instructions, and provided that it has not
been modifi ed, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover
wear and tear, nor breakables such as
glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. This
guarantee does not affect your statutory
rights, nor any legal rights you may have
as a consumer under applicable national
legislation governing the purchase of goods.
If the product fails to operate and needs
to be returned, pack it carefully, enclosing
your name and address and the reason for
return. If within the guarantee period, please
also provide the guarantee card and proof
of purchase.