FRICOFFEE CJ-265C Coffee Machine Instructions

: June 15, 2024
: Fricoffee

Table of Contents

Parts diagram
Before Initial Use
Handling and Operation
Cleaning and Care
Troubleshooting
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Parts diagram

Key

1 Water tank lid
2 Water tank
3 Control panel
4 Release button for the milk tank
5 Milk froth dial
6 Milk tank cover
7 Lever for the milk nozzle
8 Milk nozzle
9 Milk container
10 Drip tray
11 Cover for the drip tray
12 Portafilter
13 Fold‐down deposit surface
14 Coffee outlet| 15 Cup warmer
16 Button (On / Off switch)
17 Button – for double espresso
18 Red indicator light
19 Button – for latte macchiato
20 Button – self‐cleaning
21 Button – for milk froth
22 Yellow indicator light
23 Button – for cappuccino
24 Button – for espresso
Not shown:
• Filter, small (1 cup of espresso)
• Filter, large (2 cups of espresso)
• Coffee spoon with tamper
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Before Initial Use

NOTES

Always set up the device with a clear space at the sides (at least 20 cm) and clear space above it (at least 30 cm) on a flat, solid and heat‐resistant surface that is resistant to splashing.
Do not place the device below kitchen wall units or similar cupboards. The rising steam could cause damage to them!
The surfaces of furniture may possibly contain elements which can attack and soften the adjustable feet of the device.
If necessary, place a suitable pad below the adjustable feet.
There may still be some production residues on the device. To avoid harmful effects to your health, clean the device before you first use it (see the “Cleaning and Care” chapter).
Wipe down the device with a clean, damp cloth. Rinse the water tank (1), the milk container (9), the portafilter (12), the two filters, the drip tray (10), the cover (11) and the spoon with tamper with a little mild detergent and clear water.

Set up the device in a suitable location, following the safety instructions and the notes provided at the beginning of this chapter.
Completely unwind the mains cable and plug into a properly installed plug socket that is easily accessible.
Before you enjoy your first coffee, we recommend that you carry out a trial run with coffee powder to remove any possible production residues in the water system and in the milk tank system. To do this, follow the instructions in the “Handling and Operation” and “Use” chapters.
When the device is first used, production‐related additives (e.g. grease) may cause a small amount of smoke and / or an odour to be produced. This is normal and not a device defect.
Clean the device and accessories (see the “Cleaning and Care” chapter).

Handling and Operation

NOTES

Do not pour milk or other liquids into the water tank. Only ever use water to make coffee!
Do not pour any liquids into the milk tank other than milk or if necessary water for cleaning.
Never overfill the portafilter.

Inserting the Drip Tray
The device is supplied with a drip tray (10) as coffee might drip out of the coffee outlet (14) or milk might drip out of the milk nozzle (8) after making coffee.
Only attach the drip tray to the device / remove it from the device when the milk tank is not inserted in the device.

Place the cover (11) on the drip tray. Make sure that it fits correctly.
Place the drip tray on the surface and slide it into the device at the designated point.

Filling the Water Tank

Open the water tank lid (1).
Take out the water tank (2) by the handle.
Pour the quantity of water you want (note the MAX marking) into the water tank.
Reinsert the water tank and flip the handle down (Picture A). Make sure that the water tank fits correctly.
Close the water tank lid.

If the water in the water tank is not used within two days, pour away the remaining water and refill the water tank before you use it again.

Filling the Milk Tank

Remove the milk tank from the device by pressing the release button (4) and pulling the milk tank to the side at the same time.
Remove the milk tank cover (6) from the milk container (9) by pressing the release button on the side of the milk tank cover, flipping it up to one side and taking it off.
Pour the quantity of milk you want (note the MAX marking) into the milk container.
Place the milk tank cover onto the milk container at an angle and flip it shut (Picture B). When you do this, make sure that the locking lugs sit in the recesses which are provided for them. The cover must be heard to engage in place.
Insert the milk tank back in the device. It must click audibly into place. Make sure that the milk tank fits correctly. If the milk in the milk tank is not used up, pour away the remaining milk, clean the milk tank and refill it before you use it again.

Inserting / Removing the Filter in the Portafilter
Insert the filter you want into the portafilter (12). The filter must fit securely in the portafilter so that it cannot fall out when coffee powder is removed. Small filter for single espresso, normal cappuccino, normal latte macchiato. Large filter for double espresso or two espressos, strong cappuccino, strong latte macchiato
To remove the filter from the portafilter, reach either with your fingernails or with a thin, hard object between the filter and portafilter and pry out the filter.

Filling the Filter With Coffee Powder

Use the measuring spoon to pour the quantity of coffee powder you want into the desired filter in the portafilter (12).
One heaped measuring spoon is equivalent to roughly one filled small filter.
Press down the coffee powder in the filter with the tamper.
Only ever use pure espresso / coffee powder which is not ground too fine. Coffee substitute or coffee extract contain sticky substances which can block the sieves.

Inserting / Removing the Portafilter

Insert the portafilter (12) into the device so that the two locking lugs on the portafilter sit in the recesses which are provided for them on the device. Twist the portafilter anticlockwise to secure it (Picture C).
To remove the portafilter from the device, turn it clockwise a little and then pull it out downwards.
To remove the used coffee powder, tap the portafilter gently against an edge (e.g. of a dustbin, a bowl or similar object) so that the compressed coffee powder can be released. Dispose of the coffee powder in an environmentally friendly manner.

Cup Warmer
The device features a cup warmer (15) which is heated automatically as soon as the device is switched on. Turn over the cups which are to be heated and place them on the cup warmer for approx. 5 – 10 minutes (Picture D).

Switch On
When the device is first switched on, the red control lamp (18) flashes and you will hear two beeps several times in succession to indicate that the device is not yet ready for operation.

Place a cup or a small vessel under the coffee outlet (14).
Press any button. The device draws water and fills the water system with liquid. A small amount of water always runs through here. The device is now ready for operation.
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.

Programming Quantities

Both the quantity of espresso and the quantity of milk can be programmed for each function. This allows you to set the perfect quantity of espresso and milk to suit your own taste.
The set quantities are saved until a new quantity is set.
Espresso, Double Espresso, Milk Froth

Fill the device as if a speciality coffee is to be prepared
If necessary, fold out the milk nozzle (8) using the lever (7) (Picture E).
Place a suitable cup below the coffee outlet (14) or the milk nozzle.
Select the function that is to be reprogrammed. Press the appropriate button (a beep sounds) and keep it held down (another beep sounds).
The device starts to prepare espresso or make milk froth.
Only let go of the button once the quantity of milk or espresso that you want has passed through. You will hear three beeps. This quantity is now saved under the corresponding function.

Cappuccino and Latte Macchiato
This process must be carried out twice for latte macchiato and cappuccino: Once for the quantity of espresso and once for the quantity of milk:

On the first operation, set the quantity of milk you want in the manner described in the previous section. Make sure that the milk nozzle (8) is folded out and there is a cup below the milk nozzle.
Start a second operation by pressing the appropriate button again. A beep sounds.
Wait until the quantity of milk has passed through.
As soon as the device starts to make espresso, press the appropriate button again and hold it down. Another beep sounds.
Only let go of the button again once the quantity of espresso that you want has passed through. You will hear three beeps.
Now both the quantity of milk and the quantity of espresso are saved under the appropriate function.

Setting the Milk Froth Quantity
On the milk tank cover (6) there is a dial (5) which can be used to set whether more milk froth or more hot milk should be added to the speciality coffee.
For more milk froth: Turn the dial to the top right.
For more hot milk: Turn the dial to the bottom left.

Reset to Factory Settings
If the amount of espresso and amount of milk are to be reset to the amounts preset in the factory, proceed as follows:

Switch off the device via the button (16).
Press the buttons (24) and (17) simultaneously and keep them held down.
Switch the device back on via the button. The control panel (X) fl ashes 5 times and 5 beeps are heard.
Let go of the buttons and . The amounts have now been reset to the factory settings.

Preparation
NOTES

Do not operate the device without water. If this does happen, the device issues an error message (several beeps in succession) (see the “Troubleshooting” chapter).
Never use the device without a suitable container below the coffee outlet and the milk nozzle.
The device remains in operation and the control panel is lit up for up to 30 minutes after the last action. During this time, the cup warmer (15) is heated. Once 30 minutes have elapsed, the device needs to be switched on again using the button (16) to prepare another speciality coffee.
If the brewing process is to be aborted prematurely, press the chosen button again. You will hear a beep, and the control panel is fully lit up again. The device is in stand‐by mode.

Espresso / Double Espresso
The perfect amount of espresso to suit your own taste can be programmed in the device

Fill the water tank (1)
Insert the filter you want into the portafilter (12)
Fill the filter with coffee powder
Insert the portafilter into the device
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.
If the milk tank is not inserted, only the button (24) for an espresso or the button (17) for two espressos can be selected.
Accordingly, the control panel is also only lit for these buttons.
Place one or two suitable cup(s) under the coffee outlet (14).
For small cups, the device has a fold‐down deposit surface (13) on the housing. Simply flip this down (Picture F).
As soon as the device has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button for an espresso or the button for two espressos or a double espresso.
A beep sounds, the brewing process starts and the chosen button fl ashes. Hot water is poured over the coffee powder to brew it.
At the end of the brewing process, a beep sounds, the control panel is fully lit up again and the device automatically switches to stand‐by mode.

Cappuccino / Latte Macchiato
The perfect amount of espresso and milk to suit your own taste can be programmed in the device

Fill the water tank (2)
Fill the milk tank
Insert the filter you want into the portafilter (12)
Fill the filter with coffee powder.
Insert the portafilter into the device.
Fold out the milk nozzle (8) using the lever (7) (Picture E).
If necessary, select the setting you want using the dial for the milk froth (5)
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.
Place a suitable cup below the coffee outlet (14) and the milk nozzle.
As soon as the device has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button (23) for cappuccino or thebutton (19) for latte macchiato. A beep sounds, the brewing process starts and the chosen button fl ashes. Milk is heated with steam and frothed up. Hot water is poured over the coffee powder to brew it.
At the end of the brewing process, a beep sounds, the control panel is fully lit up again and the device automatically switches to stand‐by mode.

Milk Froth
The perfect amount of milk to suit your own taste can be programmed in the device

Fill the water tank (2)
Fill the milk tank
Fold out the milk nozzle (8) using the lever (7) (Picture E).
Select the setting you want using the dial for the milk froth (5).
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.
Place a suitable cup below the milk nozzle.
As soon as the device has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button (21). A beep sounds, the brewing process starts and the chosen button flashes. Milk is heated with steam and frothed up.
At the end of the brewing process, a beep sounds, the control panel is fully lit up again and the device automatically switches to stand‐by mode.

Cleaning and Care

NOTES

Before commencing the cleaning, note the safety instructions in the “Safety Instructions” chapter!
Do not use any toxic, corrosive or abrasive cleaning agents or scouring sponges to clean the device. These can damage the surface.

Clean the milk container (9) and the filters after every use with mild detergent and warm water or in the dishwasher.
Rinse through the tube in the milk tank with clear hot water to remove milk residues after every use.
If necessary, clean the water tank (2) and the drip tray (10) and the cover (11) with mild detergent and warm water or in the dishwasher.
Regularly run the cleaning programme (see “Self‐Cleaning”) to clean the milk tank system as well as the coffee outlet (14) on the portafilter (12).
Wipe down the housing with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a little mild detergent to remove more intense soiling.
Thoroughly dry the device and all accessories before assembling it again.
Check the mains cable regularly for any damage.

Self‐Cleaning
Quick Clean of the Milk Tank System
The quick clean of the milk tank system should be carried out after every use so that no milk residues can remain in the system and dry on or go mouldy.

Fill the milk tank with water
Fold out the milk nozzle (8) using the lever (7) (Picture E).
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.
Place a suitable cup below the milk nozzle.
As soon as the device has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button (20). A beep sounds, the self‐cleaning starts and the button fl ashes.
Run the programme and pour away the contents of the cup after the self‐cleaning finishes.
Repeat this process if necessary.

Intensive Clean of the Portafilter and Milk Tank System
During the intensive clean, the portafilter is also thoroughly rinsed through in addition to the milk tank system. This allows coffee residues which are stuck on to be rinsed out of the portafilter and the filters if applicable.

Fill the water tank (2) with water
Also fill the milk tank with water.
Fold out the milk nozzle (8) using the lever (7) (Picture E).
Press the button (16) to switch on the device and preheat the water. The control panel flashes during the heating process.
Place a suitable cup below the coffee outlet (14) and the milk nozzle.
As soon as the device has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button (20) for approx. 5 seconds. A beep sounds, the self‐cleaning starts and the button flashes.
If you want to stop the cleaning, press the button again. The device switches to stand‐by mode.
Pour away the water in the cup.
Repeat this process if necessary.

Descaling
Limescale deposits have an adverse effect not only on the quality of the espresso and the water, but they also cause power losses and shorten the lifespan of the device. The thicker a limescale layer is, the more diffi cult it is to remove.
We therefore recommend regularly removing limescale deposits with a descaling agent in accordance with the water quality in your area and how often the device is used (approx. every 2 – 6 weeks).
The first indications that descaling is required are a large amount of steam being produced and slower brewing of the espresso.
The device indicates at regular intervals that it needs to be descaled! When the yellow control lamp (22) is lit, a descaling process should be performed. The control lamp goes out as soon as a cleaning or descaling process has been performed.
Storage
Disconnect the device from the mains power when it is not going to be used for a prolonged period. Clean the device again if necessary and let it dry completely.
Store the device and all accessories in a dry, clean, frost‐free place that is protected from direct sunlight and cannot be accessed by children or animals.

Troubleshooting

If the device does not work properly, check whether you are able to rectify the problem yourself. If the problem cannot be solved with the steps that are listed, contact the cus-tomer service department.

Do not attempt to repair a defective electrical device yourself!

Problem	Possible cause	Fix

The control panei (3)
does not lignt up /
the device cannot be
switched on.| The mains plug is not inserted correctly in the plug socket.| Insert the mains plug.
| The plug socket is defective.| Try another plug socket.
| No mains voltage is present.| Check toe fuse of the mains connection.
| The contro! panet lighting is defective.| Contact our customer service department.
| Too many devices connected to the same circuit.| Reduce the number of devices in the circuit.
The fuse in the fuse
bex is triggered.| No error can be identified.| Contact our customer service department.
There is too much water in the water tank (2).| Do not overfill the water tank! Correct the fit.
Water runc out of tne
device| The water tank is not placed in its mount correctly.| Correct the fit.
A function has been selected, but the device beeps
constantly ana the red indicator light (18) flashes. Tne control
panel does not light up.| There is nc water in the water tank.| 1. Detach the water tank from the device and fill it with water (see the “Handling and Operation” chapter | “Filling the Water Tank”,
2. Place a cup undemeath.
3. Then press any button.
Some water will run through the water system into tre cup. The device will stopbeeping, the red indicator light goes out and the device can be restarted
4. Select the function you want again.
The rod indicator light
lghts up corstanttly.| The device is defective.| Contact the customer service department via our website:
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The yellow indicator tyhil (22) fasties.| The device is furred up.| Descale the device (see the “Cleaning and Care” chapter “Descaling’).
The espresso runs very slowly Inlo lhe
cup.| The coffee cutiet (14) or the liter is clogged.| Clean the portaiiter (12) and the filter.
The device is furred up.| Descale the device (see the “Cleaning and Care” chapter “Descaling’).
The espresso is too weak.| There is not enough cofiee powder in the fitter.| Pour the right quantity of coffee powder into the respective fitter ‘see the “Handling and Operation” chapter | “Filling the Filter With
Coffee Powder’).
The set espresso quantity is coo much for the quantity of coffee powder in the filter.| The perfect amount of espresso to suit your own taste can be programmed in the device (see :he “Handling and Operation” chapter | “Programming Quantities”).
A large amount of steam is produced in
the brewing process.| The device is furred up.| Descale tne device (see tne “Cleaning and Care” shapter | “Descaling”).
Cappuccino, latte macchiato or milk froth has been selected, but there is ro mak in the milk tank.| Wait until the programme has run through. Allow the device to Cool down a little. Remove the milk tank from the device and fil it (see the “Handling and Operation” chapter | “Filling the Mik Tank”).
Then nin the programme again.
During use, an unpleasant smeil is detactad| Is the device being used for the first time’?| A smell often develops when new devices are first used. The smell should disappear once the device has bsen usad sevaral times.
Has the device just been descaled?| Rinse ou: the device with clear water.