Smeg DCF02 Drip Coffee Machine User Manual

Smeg DCF02 Drip Coffee Machine User Manual

Dear Customer
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TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Instructions

Key information for the user: General information in this user manual, on safety and final disposal.

Description

Appliance description.

Use
Information on using your appliance.

Cleaning and care
Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

This user manual
This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and in an accessible place for the whole working life of the appliance.

Intended use
The appliance can be used to prepare drip coffee. Every other use is considered improper. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.

1. The drip coffee machine must not be used inside a piece of furniture.
2. WARNING: Do not use the appliance if the surface is cracked.

General safety instructions

• The appliance must not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or with a lack of experience and knowledge unless appropriately supervised, or instructed on the safe use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children must be supervised at all times to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

• Cleaning and maintenance of the appliance must not be performed by children, unless closely supervised.

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

• Never submerge the appliance in water.

• Plug into an earthed 3-pin socket.

• Do not remove the earth pin.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Failure to observe these warnings can lead to fire, electrocution, or even death.

• This appliance is intended for household use. Moreover, it cannot be used:

• In kitchen areas provided for employees in shops, offices, and other working environments;

• In farms/farm stay facilities

• By guests in hotels, motels and residential environments;

• In bed and breakfasts.

• If the power cord is damaged, contact technical support to arrange for this to be replaced in order to avoid any possible hazards.

• Only for European markets

• This appliance may be used by children from the age of 8 provided they are supervised or instructed on the safe use of the appliance and they understand the associated risks.

• Cleaning and maintenance may be performed by children from the age of 8 as long as they are appropriately supervised

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children under the age of 8 years.

• Children must never play with the appliance.

• The appliance may be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use
  of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.

• Disconnect the appliance from the power socket before assembly, disassembly, and cleaning. For this appliance

• Follow all safety instructions in order to use the appliance safely.

• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.

• Switch off the appliance immediately after use.

• Do not leave the coffee machine unattended during use.

• Always disconnect the drip coffee machine from the power socket before installing/removing components or cleaning it.

• Unplug the coffee machine before cleaning it and if you notice any fault.

• Allow the drip coffee machine to cool down before cleaning it.

• Leave a space of 10 cm around the drip coffee machine.

• Do not use the drip coffee machine if there is no water in the tank.

• Use cold, preferably filtered, water. Do not use other liquids.

• Make sure that the lid is firmly closed.

• The danger of burns! Do not open the lid while the coffee is being brewed.

• The danger of burns! Do not touch hot surfaces with your hands: use the handles and buttons.

• The danger of burns! The keep Warm plate remains hot for a few minutes after the coffee has been brewed. Do not touch it.

• The danger of burns! The surface of the heating element remains hot after use. Do not touch it.

• Do not use the drip coffee machine or parts of it with parts or accessories made by other manufacturers.

• Only use original spare parts. The use of spare parts not approved by the manufacturer could lead to fires, electric shocks, or personal injury.

• Only place the drip coffee machine on level and dry surfaces. Avoid getting the drip coffee machine wet and do not spray liquids onto it.

• In the event of contact with liquid, immediately switch off the power at the socket or main breaker and dry the appliance thoroughly: Electric shock hazard!

• Do not position the appliance near sinks or taps.

• Do not use harsh detergents or sharp objects to clean the drip coffee machine.

• Do not make any modifications to the appliance.

• Never try to put out a fire or flames with water: turn off the appliance and remove the plug from the socket, and smother the flames with a fire blanket or other appropriate cover.

• Prevent the power cord from coming into contact with sharp edges.

• Never position the appliance above or near gas or electric hob burners when they are hot or in use, inside an oven or near other heat sources.

• Make sure that the lid has been inserted firmly into the top of the jug.

• Do not place the jug on a hob or in a microwave oven.

• Do not place the hot jug on cold or wet surfaces.

• Do not use the jug if it is damaged or the handle is loose.

• Fill the water tank before putting the plug into the electrical outlet.

• Do not install the appliance in environments in which the temperature is 0°C or less.

Manufacturer liability

The manufacturer shall not be liable for injuries or property damage caused by:

• Use of the appliance other than that specified
• Failure to read the user manual
• Tampering with any part of the appliance
• Use of non-original spare parts
• Failure to observe the safety instructions

Identification plate
The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number, and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason.

Disposal
This appliance must be disposed of separately from other waste (Directive 2012/19/EU). The appliance does not contain substances in quantities sufficient to be considered hazardous to health and the environment, in accordance with current European directives.

Electrical voltage
Danger of electrocution

• Disconnect the mains supply.
• Unplug the appliance
• Old appliances do not belong in household waste! To comply with current legislation, old appliances, on reaching the end of their useful lives, should be taken to a disposal facility where they can be sorted.
• This allows precious materials from old appliances to be recycled and helps protect the environment. For further information, contact the relevant local authorities or your nearest waste recycling center.
• Our appliances are packed in nonpolluting and recyclable materials.
• Take these packing materials to the appropriate recycling center.

Plastic packaging
Danger of suffocation

• Do not leave the packaging or any part of it unattended.
• Do not let children play with the plastic bags.

Description

Product Description

1. Lid
2. Water tanks (1.4 liters)
3. Filter holder with anti-drip system
4. Permanent filter
5. ON/OFF button
6. AROMA setting button
7. Time/settings display
8. 4 CUPS function button
9. AUTO START button
10. Boiler outlet
11. Jug lid
12. Jug (10 cups)
13. Jug handle
14. Time/timer setting lever
15. Base and non-slip feet
16. Scoop
17. Water tank level indicator (max. 1.4 liters)
18. Keep Warm plate

Use

Before first use

1. Remove any labels and stickers from the drip coffee machine.
2. Thoroughly wash and dry the components of the drip coffee machine (see ”4 Cleaning and maintenance”).
3. Lift the lid (1) by pulling the tab upwards (2).To make it easier to fill the tank, make sure that the lid is completely open
4. Fill tank (3) with fresh clean water, taking care not to exceed the maximum level shown on the level indicator (4) (1.4 liters).

Danger of malfunction

• Do not use the drip coffee machine if the is no water in the tank.
• Only put fresh clean water in the tank.
• Do not use liquids other than water.
• The components intended to come into contact with food are made of materials that comply with the provisions of current legislation.

Firs use

1. Plug the appliance into an electrical outlet.
2. The symbols on the display flash.
3. Set the time using the lever (1).
4. Set the time by moving the lever up (+) to increase the value or down (-) to decrease it.
5. Confirm the setting by placing the lever in the central position and pressing (OK).
6. Set the minutes following the same procedure.
7. After confirming the minutes setting, the appliance activates the CLOCK mode. After confirming the minutes setting, the appliance activates the CLOCK mode.

Accessing the settings menu
The appliance allows you to personalize some settings:

• SE01: Set the hour format
• SE02: Set the water hardness
• SE03: Enable/disable sounds

Access the settings menu by pressing the buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. Press any button to exit from the settings menu.

Time format settings menu
The time format can be modified after the appliance has been switched on for the first time:

1. Access the settings menu and select SE01.
2. Move the lever to select the required format (12h or 24h).
3. Move the lever to the central position and press (OK) to confirm the setting.
4. The format will flash for 2 seconds: the setting has been saved. The time format only needs to be set once and the setting is saved.

Modifying the time

1. Make sure that the required format (12h or 24h) has been set as indicated in the previous section.
2. Keep the lever pressed in the central position for 3 seconds: the display starts to flash.
3. Modify the hours and minutes as indicated in the ”3.2 First use” section

Water hardness settings menu
The water hardness can be set by selecting one of the 3 settings: HARD, MEDIUM, and SOFT.

1. Access the settings menu and select SE02: The display indicates HA02 (medium hardness) by default.
2. Move the lever up (+) or down (-) to set the required setting: HA01 (soft), HA02 (medium), and HA03 (hard).
3. Move the lever to the central position and press (OK) to confirm the setting. The selection flashes for 2 seconds: the setting is saved.

Sounds settings menu
The sounds can be disabled as follows:

1. Access the settings menu and select SE03.
2. Move the lever up or down until OFF appears on the display.
3. Move the lever to the central position and press (OK) to confirm the setting.
4. The selection flashes for 2 seconds: the setting is saved

To re-enable the sounds

1. Access the settings menu and select SE03.
2. Move the lever up or down until ON appears on the display.
3. Move the lever to the central position and press (OK) to confirm the setting.
4. The selection flashes for 2 seconds: the setting is saved.

Rinsing of the internal circuits
Rinse the internal circuits after filling the tank:

1. Place the jug (6) on the Keep Warm plate (7) WITHOUT putting ground coffee into the filter.
2. Press the ON/OFF button.
3. Wait for the cycle to finish and empty the jug.
4. Repeat the cycle: the appliance is now ready for use.

How to prepare the coffee

1. Fill the water tank as indicated in the section ”3.1 Before first use”.

2. Lift the lid of the water tank (1) and insert the permanent filter (2) into the filter holder (3).

3. Fill with the amount of coffee required, according to the number of cups to be prepared, using the scoop (4) provided The permanent filter allows you to prepare filter coffee without using paper filters. However, according to your own preference, paper filter #4 can be used instead.

4. Place the paper filter in the filter holder and add the required amount of coffee.  One level scoop of ground coffee is approximately equivalent to one cup. However, the amount of ground coffee to
   be used may vary according to personal taste. Use good quality medium-ground coffee.

5. Close the lid (1) by lowering the tab.

6. Place the jug (5) with the lid (6) on the Keep Warm plate (7). Make sure that the lid fits perfectly into the anti-drip valve (8).

7. Press the ON/OFF button to enable the BREW mode: The LED on the ON/OFF button lights up and flashes quickly for the entire time, the coffee is being brewed is normal for steam to be produced while the coffee is being brewed.

8. The danger of burns Does not open the lid of the water tank while the coffee is being brewed.

9. You can stop the coffee from being brewed at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button

Caution
Do not open the lid of the drip coffee machine as soon as the brewing cycle has finished. Wait for at least 5 minutes after the coffee has been brewed before opening the lid. After 5 minutes, it is possible to remove the filter and fill the tank again to brew more coffee.

• Pressing any of the buttons, apart from the ON / OFF button,  does not affect the coffee brewing function in any way.
• If the ON/OFF button is not pressed, the coffee continues to be brewed according to the automatic setting to fill the jug completely (10 cups).
• The filter holder and the permanent filter may be hot after the coffee has been brewed. Be careful when removing them.
• The base of the jug may be very hot after the coffee has been brewed. Take care when removing it and make sure that you do not place the jug on a heat-sensitive surface.

KEEP WARM mode
The KEEP WARM mode is activated automatically after the coffee has been brewed and keeps the Keep Warm plate on for 40 minutes. In this way, the coffee will remain hot for 40 minutes after it has been brewed. In the KEEP WARM mode, the LED of the ON/OFF button flashes slowly and the KEEP WARM icon lights up on the display. The ON/OFF button turns off automatically at the end of the KEEP WARM mode.  The KEEP WARM mode can be stopped manually at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button: the LED of the ON/OFF button and the KEEP The WARM icon turns off.

• Pressing any of the buttons, apart from the ON / OFF button, does not affect the coffee brewing function in any way.
• If the ON/OFF button is not pressed, the coffee continues to be brewed according to the automatic setting to fill the jug completely (10 cups).
• The filter holder and the permanent filter may be hot after the coffee has been brewed. Be careful when removing them.
• The base of the jug may be very hot after the coffee has been brewed.
• Take care when removing it and make sure that you do not place the jug on a heat-sensitive surface. The KEEP WARM mode cannot be activated if the BREW mode is stopped manually or if the 4 CUPS mode is active. Danger of burns
• The Keep Warm plate remains warm after the coffee has been brewed: be careful not to touch it when removing the jug.

Setting the AROMA
This setting allows you to choose between two aroma intensity levels for your coffee: DELICATE or INTENSE. The appliance is set by default to DELICATE: the LED of the aroma button is off and on the display only the lower coffee bean of the icon appears selected.

To modify the setting

1. Press the AROMA button to select INTENSE: the LED of the AROMA button lights up and on the display both coffee beans of the icon appear selected.
2. Press the AROMA button again to select DELICATE: the LED of the AROMA button turns off and the upper coffee bean from the icon appears unselected The required aroma setting is maintained for subsequent brewing cycles

Using the 4 CUPS function
This function allows you to brew a small amount of coffee, corresponding to approximately 4 cups.

To select the 4 CUPS functions

1. Press the button to set it to ON: the LED of the 4 CUPS function button turns on.
2. Press the button again to set this function to OFF: the LED of the button turns off. If the 4 CUPS mode has been selected, the KEEP WARM mode cannot be activated

Setting the time for the AUTO START mode
This setting allows the appliance to be programmed to switch on automatically to brew the drip coffee at a time selected by the user. To set the time at which the appliance switches on automatically, proceed as
follows:

1. Make sure that the time displayed is correct. Otherwise, set the correct time as described in section ”3.2 First use”.
2. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to set the automatic start time mode AUTO START: The LED of the button and the time display (HH: MM) start to flash.
3. Move the lever up (+) or down (-) to set the time.
4. Confirm the time by moving the lever to the central position and pressing (OK).
5. Once set, the time for the AUTO START function will be saved automatically and will be used until it is modified.

AUTO START mode

1. Press the AUTO START button to start the AUTO START mode: the LED of the AUTO START button will light up and the hours and minutes of the set start time for brewing the coffee will flash for a few seconds on the display. Then the current time will then be displayed.
2. Press the AROMA button to select the intensity of the coffee required for the AUTO START mode. If necessary, depending on the quantity to be brewed in AUTO START mode, press the
3. UPS function button to memorize the function.
4. The appliance remains in AUTO START mode until the pre-set time. The brewing cycle starts automatically.
5. Press the AUTO START button at any time to exit from the AUTO START mode.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning and maintenance
Improper use
Danger of electrocution

• Unplug the drip coffee machine before cleaning it.
• Do not immerse the drip coffee machine in water or other liquids.
• Allow the drip coffee machine to cool down before cleaning it. Improper use Risk of damage to surfaces
• Do not use steam jets to clean the drip coffee machine.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia, or bleach on parts with metal surface finishes (e.g. anodized, nickel- or chrome-plated).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g. powder products, stain removers, and metallic scourers).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers

Cleaning the drip coffee machine
To keep the outer surface of the coffee machine in good condition, it should be cleaned regularly after use. Let the appliance cool down first. Clean with a soft, damp cloth.

Cleaning the drip coffee machine components
Cleaning the permanent filter and the filter holder

1. Lift the tab of the lid (1) and pull the permanent filter (2) upwards and then the filter holder (3).
2. Clean the permanent filter and the filter holder, removing any residues of coffee.
3. Rinse the filter and the filter holder under tap water and dry thoroughly. The permanent filter and the filter holder can be washed in a dishwasher

Cleaning the jug

1. Empty the jug after each use to prevent staining caused by residues of coffee.
2. Wash the jug in hot, soapy water using a soft brush.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Risk of damaging the jug
Do not wash the jug in a dishwasher as it could become permanently damaged.

Descaling
Depending on the water hardness setting, the appliance automatically indicates when descaling has to be carried out. The DESCALING icon starts to flash on the display to warn the user that the descaling cycle should be carried out. To start the descaling cycle:

1. Pour water and the descaler into the water tank.
2. Press the ON/OFF and AUTO START buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds to start the DESCALING cycle: the LEDs of the ON/OFF and AUTO START buttons flash and the DESCALING icon flashes until the end of the cycle.
3. At the end of the cycle, the display reverts to CLOCK mode and the DESCALING icon disappears from the display.

Cleaning and care
Rinse the appliance by operating it with just water for at least 2 cycles, filling the tank to its maximum limit (1.4 liters).

Caution

• Coffee can be brewed even if the DESCALING alarm is active.
• Carry out a descaling cycle when prompted to do so by the appliance.
• Limescale deposits can prevent the appliance from working correctly,   especially if the water is very hard.
• Regularly descaling the appliance helps to preserve the aroma of the coffee and to keep the appliance is in good working order.
• The danger of personal injury and damage to the appliance
• The descaler contains acid which can irritate the skin and eyes.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and safety warnings on the pack to the letter; they will also tell you what to do in the event of contact with skin or eyes.
• Use descaling products recommended by Smeg to avoid damaging the drip coffee machine.

Cleaning and care

What to do if…

If the problem has not been resolved or in the case of other types of fault, contact your local technical support center.

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