SIEMENS TI351 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine Instruction Manual

SIEMENS TI351 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

Product Information

• Product Name: Fully automatic espresso  machine
• Model Numbers: TI351…, TI35A…
• Languages: English, French, Dutch, Polish,  German
• Manufacturer: Siemens Home Appliances
• Website: siemens-home.bsh-group.com/welcome

Specifications

• Intended Use: Domestic use only
• Indoor Use: Use the appliance indoors at room temperature
• Elevation Limit: Up to 2000m above sea level

Product Usage Instructions

Getting to know your appliance

The package includes the following:

• Assembly and components
• Controls
• Accessories

Before using for the first time

Follow these steps to install and connect the appliance:

1. Register your product on the manufacturer’s website for exclusive services and offers.
2. Check the appliance for any damage after unpacking. Do not  connect if damaged during transport.
3. Install and connect the appliance according to the instructions provided in the manual.
4. Commission the appliance for initial use.

Operating the appliance

Follow these steps to operate the espresso machine:

1. Prepare coffee using freshly ground beans.
2. Prepare drinks with milk.
3. Adjust beverage settings as per your preference.
4. Use the water filter for better quality.
5. Enable frost protection during cold weather.

Settings

Customize the settings of the espresso machine:

• Set automatic switch-off time.
• Switch the audible signal on/off.
• Adjust the water hardness setting.
• Perform a factory reset if needed.

Daily care and cleaning

Maintain cleanliness for optimal performance:

• Use a suitable cleaning agent.
• Clean the appliance regularly.
• Clean the drip tray and coffee grounds container.
• Clean the milk system.
• Clean the brewing unit.

Service program

Start the Calc’nClean service program for maintenance:

• Follow the instructions provided in the manual to initiate the Calc’nClean program.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual for assistance.

Customer service

Contact customer service for technical support and further assistance:

• Technical data
• E number and FD number
• Guarantee information

FAQ

• Can I use the appliance for commercial purposes?
  No, the appliance is intended for domestic use only.

• Can I operate the appliance in extreme temperatures?
  No, only use the appliance indoors at room temperature.

• How do I clean the milk system?
  Refer to the cleaning instructions in the manual for detailed steps on cleaning the milk system.

• What should I do if the appliance is damaged during transport?
  If the appliance is damaged during transport, do not connect it and contact customer service for further assistance.

Intended use

Intende duseCheck the appliance for  damage after unpacking it. Do  not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transport. This appliance is intended for domestic use only.  Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to  2000 m above sea level.

Important safety information

Important safet information please read carefully, follow and retain the operating instructions. When passing on the appliance, enclose these instructions.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Keep children under 8 years of age away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Danger of electric shock!

• The appliance may only be connected to a power supply with alternating current via a correctly installed socket with earthing. Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic electricity supply has been correctly installed.
• Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by  customer service.
• Do not use if the power cable or appliance is damaged. If a fault occurs, pull the mains plug or switch off the mains voltage immediately.
• To prevent hazards, the appliance may be repaired by our customer service only.
• Never immerse the appliance or mains cord in water.
• The plug and socket connection of the appliance must not come into contact with liquids.
• Please note the special information on cleaning inc the instructions.

Hazard due to magnetism!
The appliance contains permanent magnets that may affect electronic implants, e.g. heart pacemakers or insulin pumps. Persons with electronic implants should keep a minimum distance of 10 cm from the appliance and the water tank when removed.

Risk of suffocation!
Do not let children play with packaging material. Store small parts safely as they can be easily swallowed.

Risk of burns!

• The milk system becomes very hot. After use, allow it to cool down first before touching it.
• After use, surfaces may still  be hot for a certain period.
• Freshly prepared beverages are very hot.Leave to cool a little if necessary.

Risk of injury!

• Improper use of this appliance may result in injury.
• Do not reach into the grinding unit.

Fire hazard!

• The appliance will become hot.
• Never operate the appliance in a cupboard

Environmental protection

• If the appliance is not being used,  switch it off.
• Set the interval for automatic switch-off to the smallest value.
• If possible, do not interrupt coffee or milk froth dispensing. Stopping a process prematurely results in higher energy consumption and the drip tray fills up more quickly.
• Descale the appliance regularly to avoid a build-up of limescale. Limescale residue results in higher  energy consumption

Environmentally-friendly disposal

• Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
• This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
• Please ask your dealer about the current disposal routes

Getting to know your appliance

This section provides an overview of the scope of delivery, the assembly and the components of your appliance. It also introduces you to the different controls.
Note : Depending on the appliance model, individual details and colours may differ.

How to use these instructions:
The illustrations are identified using numbers that are referred to in the operating instructions.  Example: ~ Fig. !

Included in delivery

• Fully automatic coffee machine
• Water hardness testing strip
• Instruction manual
• Milk frother

Assembly and components

1. On / off button (stand-by mode)
2. Control panel
3. Handle of milk frother
4. Outlet system for coffee, height adjustable
5. Milk frother (holder, frother, cover),height adjustable
6. Drip tray (coffee grounds container, drip grate, drip plate, float)
7. Door of brewing chamber
8. Rating plate
9. Brewing unit
10. Aroma lid
11. Bean container
12. Rotary selector for setting grinding  level
13. Cover for water tank
14. Water tank

Controls

The appliance rinses automatically when it is switched on and off. The appliance is not rinsed if:

■    it is still warm when switched on, or

■    coffee was not dispensed before the appliance was switched off.

The appliance is ready for use when the LEDs of the buttons for selecting drinks light up in the control panel. The appliance has automatic switch-off. ~ “Selecting automatic switch-off” on page 17

espresso| Dispensing Espresso
caffe crema| Dispensing Caffe crema
cappuccino| Dispensing cappuccino
latte macchiato Dispensing latte macchiato
milk| Frothing up milk
| Coffee strength

Adjusting the coffee strength ~ “Adjusting beverage settings” on page 14

calc’nClean| Start the service programme

Flashes when the service programme needs to be performed.~ “Calc’nClean service programme” on page 22

Accessories

The following accessories are available from retailers or from customer service

Accessory                Order number

Retail         Customer ser- vice
Cleaning tablets| TZ80001A 00312097
TZ80001B 00312098
Descaling tablets| TZ80002A 00312094
TZ80002B 00312095
Water filter            TZ70003   00575491
Care set| TZ80004A 00312105
TZ80004B 00312106

The contact data for customer service in all countries can be found at the back of these instructions.

Before using for the first time

Before using for th efir st timeIn this section, you will learn how to commission your appliance.
Note : Only use the appliance in frost-free areas. If the appliance was transported or stored at temperatures below 0 °C, you must wait for at least 3 hours before using it. Installing and connecting the  appliance

1. Remove any protective plastic film.
2. Place the appliance on a level, water-resistant surface that can bear the weight.
3. Using the mains plug, connect the appliance to an earthed socket that has been correctly installed.
   Note : After plugging in, always wait (approx. 5 seconds).

Commissioning the appliance

Attaching milk frother

1. Remove milk frother parts from the bag.
2. Assemble milk frother.
3. Attach the milk frother on the front of  the appliance.

Filling the bean container
This appliance can be used to make coffee drinks from coffee beans.

1. Open the lid )” of the bean container )*.
2. Add coffee beans.
3. Close the lid again.

Notes

• Coffee beans that have been glazed, caramelized or treated with other sugary additives will block the brewing unit.Only use pure, roasted bean mixes that are suitable for use in espresso or fully automatic coffee machines.
• The coffee beans are freshly ground for each brewing operation.
• Store coffee beans in a sealed container in a cool place to ensure optimum quality.
• Coffee beans can be stored in the bean container for a number of days without losing their aroma.

Filling the water tank
Important: Fill the water tank with fresh, cold, still water on a daily basis. Prior to operation, check whether the water tank has been sufficiently filled.

1. Carefully remove the cover of the water tank.
2. Use the handle to remove the water tank and then rinse out.
3. Fill the water tank with water up to  the “max” marking.
4. Put the water tank back in the holder again, keeping it straight, and fit the  cover of the water tank

General information
The factory settings of the fully automatic coffee machine are  programmed for optimal performance.

• The appliance switches off automatically after a specific time.
• When switched off, the appliance will emit steam into the tray for cleaning purposes.
• Whenever a button is pressed, a signal sounds. It can be switched off.~ “Settings” on page 17
• When the appliance is used for the first time, after running a service programme or has not been operated for a long period, the first beverage will not have the full aroma and should not be consumed.
• After commissioning the appliance, you will only achieve a suitably thick and stable “crema” after the first few  cups have been dispensed.
• If the appliance is in use for a long period of time, water droplets will form on the ventilation slots. This is normal.
• Escaping steam is not a fault but due to the design of the machine

Before using your new appliance, you should check and select the water hardness.~ “Settings” on page 17

Operating the appliance
Operating the aplianceIn this section, you will learn how to make beverages with coffee and milk. It contains information about settings, water filters and adjustment of the grinding level, in addition to frost protection.
Note : Freshly prepared beverages may be very hot.

Preparing coffee using freshly ground beans

You can choose between Espresso and  Caffe crema. ~ “Preparing drinks with milk” on page 13
The appliance is switched on. The water tank and bean container have been filled.

1. Place a cup under the outlet system.
2. Touch repeatedly to select the required coffee strength.
3. Touch the espresso or caffe crema button.
   The coffee is brewed and then dispensed into the cup.
   Note : To stop dispensing the drink before the end, touch espresso or caffe crema again.

Preparing drinks with milk
This appliance has a milk frother. You can make drinks of coffee with milk or froth up milk.
Tip : You can also use plant-based alternatives to milk, e.g. soya milk.

Notes

• The quality of the milk froth depends on the type of milk or the plant-based alternative used.
• Dried milk residues are difficult to remove so always perform cleaning.~ Fig. &III ~ “Daily care  and cleaning” on page 19

Risk of burns!

• The milk frother gets very hot. Hold only by the handle. After use, let it cool down first before touching it.

Coffee drinks with milk

• You can choose between cappuccino and latte macchiato. When doing so, please check the position of the coffee dispenser and milk frother.

The appliance is switched on. The water tank and bean container have been filled.
The milk frother is installed.

1. Fill a large cup or a large glass with approx. 100 ml milk for cappuccino and approx. 150 ml milk for latte  macchiato.
2. Place a cup or a glass under the outlet system.
3. Push the coffee dispenser and milk  frother right down.
4. Touch repeatedly to select  the required coffee strength.
5. Touch the cappuccino or latte macchiato button.

The milk is first frothed up in a cup or glass. The coffee is then brewed and dispensed into the cup or glass.
Note : To stop the current dispensing of the drink before the end, touch the cappuccino or latte macchiato again.

Frothing up milk
The appliance is switched on. The water tank has been filled.
The milk frother is installed.

1. Fill a large cup or a large glass with approx. 100 ml milk.
2. Place a cup or a glass under the outlet system.
3. Push the coffee dispenser and milk frother right down.
4. Touch the milk button.

The milk is frothed up.
Note : To stop the process before the end, touch milkagain.

Adjusting beverage settings
Adjusting beverages settings Coffee strength  Before making a drink, you can adjust the coffee strength:
To do so, touch to select the strength you require.
Note : The coffee strength selected is  then active for all drinks made with coffee.

Filling level

• You can adjust the filling level of your drinks.
• Press and hold espresso or caffe crema for 3 seconds.
• Dispensing takes place, with the button selected flashing.
• Once the required filling level is reached in the cup, touch the button selected to stop. The new filling level is only apparent after the next drink is  dispensed.
  Note : The filling level can be selected either for Espresso (25 – 60 ml) or Caffe crema (80 – 200 ml).A minimum quantity is always brewed: Espresso approx. 25 ml and Caffe crema approx. 80 ml.

Frothing time

• You can adjust the frothing time of your drinks.
• Press and hold cappuccino, latte macchiato or milk for 3 seconds.
• The milk is frothed up, and the button selected flashes.
• Once the required frothing time is reached, touch the button selected to stop.

Notes

• There is a limited time period for the frothing time setting. A minimum to a  maximum time can be selected depending on the drink.
• Setting the frothing time has no impact on the amount of coffee.

Setting the grinding level
This appliance features an adjustable grinder. This enables the grinding level of the coffee to be individually changed.

Risk of injury!
Do not reach into the grinding unit.

Caution!
The appliance may be damaged! Only adjust the grinding level when the  grinder is running!
When the grinder is in operation, use the rotary selector )2 to set the grinding level.

• Finer grinding level: turn  anticlockwise. (Fig. a)
• Coarser grinding level: turn clockwise. (Fig. b)

Notes

• The new setting will not become apparent until after the second cup  of coffee.
• Set a finer grinding level with dark-roasted coffee beans and a coarser grinding level with lighter coffee beans.

Water filter

A water filter lessens limescale deposits and reduces impurities in the water. The appliance also does not need to be descaled so often. Water filters are available from retailers or from customer service.
If a water filter is inserted, the appliance will show when this needs to be changed. The ) symbol is flashing. Inserting or replacing a water filter A new water filter must be rinsed before it can be used.
The appliance is switched on. The water tank has been filled.

1. Simultaneously hold down and calc’nClean for at least 3 seconds.

2. Touch espresso button, and “W. hardness” will be activated.

3. Touch button and make the  following selection:

4. Immerse the water filter (opening facing up) in a container filled with water until no more air bubbles rise to the surface.

5. Then press the water filter firmly into the empty water tank.

6. Fill the water tank with water up to  the “max” marking.

7. Place a container with a capacity of 1.0 litre under the outlet.
   Touch espresso button to save the setting and activate rinsing.

8. Insert water tank.

9. Touch the espresso button to save the setting and start rinsing. Water will now flow through the filter.

10. Touch the calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

11. Then empty the container. The appliance is ready for use again

Removing the water filter
If the water filter has been removed and no new one inserted, please select the appropriate water hardness. ~ “Setting  the water hardness” on page 17

Frost protection

To prevent frost damage during transportation and storage, the appliance must be completely emptied beforehand.
Info: The appliance must be ready for use and the water tank filled.

1. Place a large container under the outlet of the milk frother and push the frother down.
2. Press and hold the milk button for at least 5 seconds. The LED in the button flashes, and the appliance now heats up.
3. As soon as steam escapes from the milk frother, remove the water tank.
4. Allow the appliance to cool down. Wait until the’ symbol and all LEDs are flashing.
5. Use k button to switch the appliance off.
6. Empty the water tank and the drip tray and thoroughly clean the appliance.
   The appliance can now be transported or stored.
   Note : The brewing unit is now secured and cannot be removed.

Settings

SettingsThis appliance has different factory settings. You can customize the settings on the appliance.
Note : If no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the appliance switches to “Choose beverage” without saving. The previous setting remains unchanged. You can select the following settings:

Automatic switch-off
Selecting automatic switch-offThe appliance switches off automatically at a specific time after the last button was pressed. This time can be selected, with settings from 15 minutes to 4 hours possible here

1. Simultaneously hold down and calc’nClean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch the caffe crema button and “Automatic switch-off” will be activated.
3. Touch button and select the required time. The following settings are possible
4. Touch caffe crema button to save the setting.
5. Touch the calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

Switching the audible signal on/off

Whenever a button is pressed, an audible signal sounds.
This can be switched on or off.

1. Simultaneously hold down and calc’nClean for at least  3 seconds.
2. Touch the cappuccino button, and the “Signal tone” menu will be activated.
3. Touch button and switch signal tone on or off.
4. Touch the cappuccino button to save the setting.
5. Touch the calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

Setting the water hardness
It is important to set the water hardness correctly so that the appliance indicates in good time when the descaling programme should be run. The preset water hardness is level 4.
You can check the water hardness using the enclosed test strip or by asking your local water supplier.

1. Briefly immerse the enclosed test strip in fresh tap water, leave it to drip and read off the result after 1 minute.
2. Simultaneously hold down and calc’nClean for at least  3 seconds.
3. Touch espresso button, and “W. hardness” menu will be activated.
4. Touch button and select the water hardness. The following settings are possible:
5. Touch espresso button to save the setting.
6. Touch calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

The table shows the allocation of the levels to the different degrees of water hardness:

Setting| Degree of water hardness

German (°dH)        French (°fH)

---|---
1| 1-7| 1-13
2| 8-14| 14-25
3| 15-21| 26-38
4| 22-30| 39-54

Subsequent changes to the water hardness can be made at any time.
Note : When using the water filter (see section “Accessories”), proceed as  follows. ~ “Water filter” on page 16

Factory reset
If you set the appliance back to the  factory settings, you will lose your own settings.

1. Simultaneously hold down and calc’nClean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch latte macchiato button. The factory settings are reactivated.
3. Touch calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

Daily care and cleaning

Dail ycar ean dcleaningWith good care and cleaning, your appliance will remain fully functioning for a long time to come. In this section, you will learn how to correctly clean and care for your appliance.

Risk of electric shock!
Before cleaning the appliance, pull out the mains plug. Never immerse the appliance in water. Do not use a steam cleaner.

Cleaning agent
Please observe the following information to ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong type of cleaning agent.

Do not use:

• Harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
• Any cleaning agents containing  alcohol or spirits.
• Hard scouring pads or sponges.

Notes

• New sponge cloths may contain salts. Salts can cause rust film on stainless steel. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
• Always remove any limescale, residues of coffee or milk, cleaning or descaling solution immediately.This residue may cause corrosion.

Caution!
Not all of the appliance’s components  can be cleaned in the dishwasher

Not dishwasher-safe:

| __ Water tank

Cover for water tank

Aroma lid
Brewing unit
Drip tray
Dishwasher-safe:

| Drip plate
Drip grate
Coffee grounds container
Float
Milk frother
Cover for milk frother

Cleaning the appliance

1. Wipe down the outside of the  appliance with a soft, damp cloth.
2. Clean the control panel using a micro-fibre cloth.
3. Wipe down the coffee dispenser if required after dispensing each beverage.

Notes

• If the appliance is cold when switched on or if it is switched off after dispensing coffee, it rinses automatically.The system is therefore self-cleaning.
• If the appliance has not been used for a long period of time (e.g. while you are on holiday), clean the entire appliance thoroughly, including the  milk frother, trays and brewing unit.

Cleaning the drip tray and coffee grounds container
Note : The drip tray and coffee grounds container should be emptied and cleaned every day in order to prevent deposits.With frequent use also empty from time to time as soon as the float is clearly visible if or the relevant symbol lights up.

1. Open the door.
2. Pull the drip tray with the coffee grounds container forwards and out.
3. Remove the drip plate with grate.
4. Empty and clean the drip tray and coffee grounds container.
5. Wipe out the inside of the appliance (area of drip tray).

Cleaning the milk system
Cleanin gth emil ksystemClean the milk system after each use to  remove residues and ensure the function.

Warning
Risk of burns! The milk frother gets very hot. Hold only by the handle. After use, let it cool down first before touching it.

1. Fill a glass half-full with water and  place under the outlet system.
2. Push the milk frother right down.
3. Touch the milk button to clean the milk system.
4. Push the milk frother right up and allow it to cool down.
5. Dismantle the milk frother into its individual parts and clean thoroughly.
6. Dry the individual parts, reassemble and fit back onto the appliance.

Notes

• To stop the process before the end, touch milk again.
• All parts of the milk system should be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Detergent residues in the milk system must be thoroughly removed  following the rinsing process.

Cleaning the brewing unit
In addition to automatic cleaning, the brewing unit should be removed regularly for cleaning.

Caution!
Clean the brewing unit without detergent  or products containing vinegar or acid  and do not place in the dishwasher.

Remove the brewing unit:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Open the door to the brewing chamber.
3. Remove the coffee grounds container.
4. Push the red lever up, grasp the brewing unit by the handle and pull forward carefully.
5. Rinse the brewing unit thoroughly under warm, running water.
6. Clean the interior of the appliance thoroughly with a damp cloth, removing any coffee residues.
7. Allow the brewing unit and the interior of the appliance to dry.

Insert the brewing unit:

• Hold the brewing unit only by the handle.
• Push the red lever up, position the brewing unit underneath and slide back as far as it will go. The lever must snap into place.
• Insert the coffee grounds container  again and close the door.

Important : If the brewing unit has not been inserted, or the brewing unit or drip tray not inserted correctly, it will not be possible to close the door.

Service programme

Service programe The calc’nClean button will light up every so often, with the exact frequency depending on the water hardness and usage of the appliance.
The appliance should be immediately cleaned and descaled using the programme.

Notes

• Important: If the appliance is not cleaned and descaled in good time, it may be damaged.
• Caution! For each of the service programs, use Calc’nClean descaling and cleaning agents as described in the instructions and observe the (relevant) safety information.
• Do not drink the liquids.
• Never use citric acid, vinegar or any vinegar-based agents to descale the appliance.
• For cleaning and descaling, only use the tablets intended for such purposes.They have been specially developed for this appliance, and new stocks can be ordered through customer service. ~ “Accessories” on page 11
• Do not use descaling agent with phosphoric acid.
• Never insert descaling tablets or other products into the brewing unit.
• Never interrupt the service programme.
• Prior to starting a service programme, remove, clean and re-insert the brewing unit. Clean the milk frother.
• At the end of a service program, wipe down the appliance using a soft, damp cloth to immediately remove any descaler residue. This residue may cause corrosion.
• New sponge cloths may contain salts. Salts can cause rust film on stainless steel, so cloths must always be washed out thoroughly before use.
• Using a water filter increases the intervals until a service programme needs to be performed.
• If the service program is interrupted, e.g. by a power failure,  ‘ calc’nClean will light up.

Then proceed as follows:

1. Rinse out the water tank.
2. Pour in fresh, still water up to the “max” mark.
3. Touch the calc’nClean button. The program starts and rinses the appliance. Duration: approx. 2 minutes.
4. Empty, clean, and re-insert the drip  tray. Close the door.

The program has finished. The appliance is ready for use again

Starting Calc’nClean

Calc’nClean service program Duration: approx. 40 minutes

1. Press and hold the calc’nClean button for approx. 5 seconds.  ( symbol lights up.

2. Open the door, remove the drip tray and coffee grounds container, and empty it.

3. Remove and clean the brewing unit.

4. Place a Siemens cleaning tablet in the brewing unit and re-insert the unit.

5. Re-insert the drip tray and coffee grounds container and close the door. ‘ The symbol lights up.

6. Remove the water filter (if there is one).

7. Pour 0.5 litres of lukewarm water into the empty water tank up to the mark and dissolve a Siemens descaling tablet in it.

8. Re-insert the water tank and place a large container (approx. 1 liter)  under the outlet system.

9. calc’nClean flashes, touch calc’nClean.  The program starts, cleans, and descales the appliance. calc’nClean pulses. Duration approx. 20 minutes. ( symbol lights up.

10. Empty the container, open the door, empty the drip tray and re-insert

11. Close the door and place a container under the outlet system. ‘ The symbol lights up.

12. Clean the water tank and replace the water filter (if removed).

13. Fill with fresh, still water up to the “max” mark. Place the container under the outlet system again.

14. calc’nClean flashes, touch calc’nClean.
    The programme starts and then cleans and rinses the appliance. calc’nClean pulses. ( symbol lights up.

15. Empty, clean and re-insert the drip tray and coffee grounds container. The program has finished. The appliance is ready for use again.

Troubleshooting

Troubl eshotingFaults often have simple explanations.  Before calling the customer service, please refer to the fault table and attempt to correct the fault yourself. Please read through the safety information at the beginning of these  instructions.

Fault table

the mains plug, wait 10 seconds, plug back in.
Coffee or milk froth quality var- Build-up of limescale in the ies considerably.                   appliance.| Descale the appliance in accordance with the instructions.
The individually selected

per-cup quantity is not reached. Coffee dispensing slows to a trickle or stops completely

| The grinding level is too fine.| Set a coarser grinding level.
Heavy build-up of limescale in the appliance.| Descale the appliance as described in the instructions.
Air in the water filter.| Immerse the water filter in water until no more air bubbles escape; insert the filter again.
The appliance is soiled.| Clean the brewing unit or run the “Calc’nClean” service programme.
Residues of descaling agent are blocking the water tank.| Clean the water tank thoroughly.
The coffee strength is set too high.| Reduce the coffee strength.
No milk froth is produced. / The quality of the milk froth varies.| The quality of the milk froth depends on the type of milk or the plant-based alternative used.| Optimise the result by selecting your milk or plant-based alternative as appropriate.
The milk frother is soiled.

The milk frother is not inserted in the milk.

| Clean the milk frother in the dish- washer.

Use more milk, check whether the milk frother is inserted in the milk. Slide the outlet system right down.

Heavy build-up of limescale in the appliance.| Descale the appliance as described in the instructions.
No coffee dispensed, only water.| An empty bean container is not detected by the appliance.| Add coffee beans

Note: The appliance will adjust to the coffee beans on the next dispensing process.

---|---|---
The coffee shaft on the brewing unit is blocked.| Clean the brewing unit. ~ “Cleaning the brewing unit” on page 20
Beans are not falling into the grinding unit (beans too oily).| Gently tap the bean container.Possibly change the type of coffee. When the bean container is empty, wipe it with a dry cloth.
The brewing unit is not inserted properly.| Slide the brewing unit right back.
Coffee has no “crema”.| Unsuitable type of coffee.| Use a type of coffee with a higher pro- portion of robusta beans.
The beans are no longer freshly roasted.| Use fresh beans.
The grinding level is not suita- ble for the coffee beans.| Set a finer grinding level.
The coffee is too “acidic”.| Grinding level set too coarse.| Set a finer grinding level.
Unsuitable type of coffee.| Use a darker roast.
The coffee is too “bitter”.| Coffee is ground too fine.| Set a coarser grinding level.
Unsuitable type of coffee.| Change the type of coffee.
The coffee tastes “burnt”.| Coffee is ground too fine.| Set a coarser grinding level.
Unsuitable type of coffee.| Change the type of coffee.
Milk/blended milk drinks too     Too little milk in glass or cup. hot.

Milk froth too thin, loud sucking noise.

| Use more milk or adjust frothing time.
Milk/blended milk drinks too cold.| Too much milk in glass or cup.| Use less milk or adjust frothing time.
Milk in the glass or cup is too cold.| Use lukewarm milk.
The appliance is not dispensing Air in the water filter. drinks.| Immerse the water filter in water until no more air bubbles escape; insert the filter again.

Firmly press the water filter straight down into the tank connection.

Several buttons flashing, a loud Water tank missing or wrongly Insert water tank correctly. noise can be heard.               inserted.
Water dripped onto the inner     Drip tray removed too early. floor of the appliance when the

drip tray was removed.

| Wait a few seconds after the last drink was dispensed before removing the drip tray.
The brewing unit cannot be removed.| The brewing unit is not in the removal position (e.g. frost pro- tection activated).| Switch the appliance on again.
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The appliance cannot be oper- The appliance is in demo mode. Hold k button for at least 5 seconds ated, LEDs lit up or flashing. to deactivate demo mode. Remove the

water tank, fill with fresh water and re-insert.

The grinder will not start.| The appliance is too hot.| Disconnect the appliance from the mains and leave to cool down for 1 hour.
( LED flashes.| The door is not closed properly.| Press the door firmly closed.
The appliance is too hot.| Disconnect the appliance from the mains and leave to cool down for 1 hour.
( LED lit up despite empty drip tray – what to do?| Emptying is not detected when the appliance is off.| When the appliance is switched on, remove and re- insert the drip tray.
‘ LED lit up despite water tank being full.| Water tank wrongly inserted.| Insert water tank correctly.
Carbonated water in the water tank.| Fill the water tank with fresh tap water.
Float is stuck in the water tank.| Remove the water tank and clean thor- oughly.
New water filter not rinsed according to the instructions.| Rinse the water filter according to the instructions and then switch on.
Air in the water filter.| Immerse the water filter (opening up) in water until no more air bubbles escape; insert the filter again.

~ “Inserting or replacing a water

filter” on page 16

Water filter is old.| Insert a new water filter.
Limescale deposits in the water Clean the water tank, add 0.5 l water tank can block up the system.    and allow a Siemens descaling tablet

to dissolve completely. Switch the appliance off and on again so the des- caling solution is pumped into the sys- tem. Wait 3 minutes. Repeat the process.Check whether the appliance starts. Clean the water tank thoroughly and start the calc’nClean programme.

~ “Calc’nClean service programme”

on page 22

‘ LED flashes and all bever- age LEDs flashing.| Water tank is missing or not inserted correctly.| Insert water tank correctly.
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The pipe system in the appli- ance is dry.| Insert water tank correctly.

Fill the water tank with fresh tap water. Do not fill with carbonated water.

Air in the water filter.| Immerse the water filter (opening up) in water until no more air bubbles escape; insert the filter again.

~ “Inserting or replacing a water

filter” on page 16

All LEDs flashing.| Incorrect voltage in building.| Only operate the appliance at 220V-240V.
‘ and calc’nClean LEDs flashing.| The ambient temperature is too cold.| Operate the appliance at temperatures

5 °C.

and LEDs flashing.| Brewing unit very heavily soiled or brewing unit cannot be removed.| Clean brewing unit if possible and switch appliance off and back on again.
LEDs flashing.| Fault in the appliance.| Restart appliance.
calc’nClean and ) light up.| The descaling process has been interrupted.| Continue the descaling process.

~ “Service programme” on page 21

Display “calc’nClean” keeps on appearing.| The water is too hard.| Insert water filter and activate accord- ing to the instructions. ~ “Water filter” on page 16
If you are unable to solve the problem, always call the hotline.

You will find the telephone numbers at the back of these instructions

Technical data

E number and FD number
When calling us, please give the full product number (E no.) and the production number (FD no.) so that we can provide you with the correct advice. These numbers can be found on the  rating plate `. (~ Fig. “)
To save time, you can make a note of the data for your appliance and the telephone number for customer service here, should this be required.

The contact data for customer service in all countries can be found at the back of these instructions

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee. Changes reserved

Service-Hotlines
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Tel.. 0344 892 8999•
Calls are charged at the basic rate,  please check with your telephone service provider for the exact charges
BSH group is a Trademark Licensee of Siemens AG, Manufacturer·s Service for Siemens Home Appliances.

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