Page 6 - INDEX; TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF 11
INDEX IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................7INTRODUCTION ..................................8 Symbols used in these instructions ...........8Letters in brackets......................................8Troubleshooting and repairs ......................8 DESCRIPTION.....................................9 ...
Page 7 - SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS; I M P O R T A N T S A F E G U A R D S; THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
7 EN SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS - A short power cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. - Longer, detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exer- cised in their use. - If an extension cord is u...
Page 8 - INTRODUCTION; Symbols used in these instructions
8 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the ESAM 5500 automat- ic coffee maker. We hope you enjoy using your new appliance. Take a few minutes to read these instructions. This will avoid all risks and damage to the machine. Symbols used in these instructions Important warnings are identified by these ...
Page 9 - DESCRIPTION; Description of the appliance
9 EN DESCRIPTION Description of the appliance (pag. 3 - A ) A1. Grinding coarseness regulator knob A2. Bean container lid A3. Container for coffee beans A4. Ground coffee feed funnel A5. Compartment for measuring scoop A6. Cup warmer shelf A7. Water tank A8. Infuser A9. Coffee grounds container A10....
Page 10 - PRELIMINARY CHECKS; Controls after transport
10 PRELIMINARY CHECKS Controls after transport After removing the packaging, make sure the product is complete and undamaged and that all accessories are present. Do not use the appliance if it is visibly damaged. Contact the Customer Service Center if product seems damaged in any way. Installing th...
Page 13 - MAKING COFFEE; Selecting the coffee taste
Removing the filter If you want to use the appliance without a filter, you must remove it and notify the appliance of its removal as follows: 1. Press the P button to enter the menu; 2. Turn the selection knob until "Install Filter" is displayed; 3. Press the button; 4. The message "Conf...
Page 14 - Regulating the coffee mill
Preparing coffee using coffeebeans Important! Do not use caramelized or candied coffee beans as they could stick to the coffee mill and make it unusable. 1. Fill the container (A3) with coffee beans (fig. 8). 2. Place under the coffee spouts: - 1 cup, if you want to make 1 coffee (fig. 9); - 2 cups,...
Page 16 - HEATING WATER; Preparation
16 Programming the quantity of coffeeand milk in the cup for cappuccinoor frothed milk The appliance is factory preset to automatically deliver 2.4oz of frothed milk and 2.7oz of coffee. To modify these quantities, proceed as follows: 1. Place a cup under the coffee spouts and the frothed milk spout...
Page 17 - Emptying the drip tray
17 EN CLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE Danger of electric shock! Before perform- ing any cleaning operations, the machine must be turned off and disconnected from the mains power supply. Never immerse the coffee maker in water. Important! Danger of burns. Allow the machine to cool down before cleaning. Impor...
Page 19 - DESCALING; SETTING WATER HARDNESS; Measuring water hardness
19 EN wise then remove it. 2. Remove the milk spout and intake tube. 3. Remove the pointer by pulling it outwards. 4. Wash all the components thoroughly with hot water and mild dish detergent. Make sure there are no milk residues left inside the holes and the groove on the fine end of the pointer. 5...
Page 20 - Setting water hardness; TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
After about a minute, 1, 2, 3, or 4 red squares form, depending on the hardness of the water. Each square corresponds to one level. Setting water hardness 1. Press the P button to enter the menu. 2. Turn the selection knob to select "Water Hardness". 3. Confirm the selection by pressing the ...
Page 21 - DISPLAYED MESSAGES
21 EN DISPLAYED MESSAGES DISPLAYED MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY FILL TANK! • The water tank is empty or positioned incorrectly. • Fill the tank with water and/or insert it correctly, pushing it as far as it will go until it clicks into place. GROUND TOO FINE ADJUST MILL! Insert water spout and pres...
Page 23 - TROUBLESHOOTING
23 EN The coffee runs out too quickly. • The coffee is ground too coarsely. • Turn the grinding adjust- ment knob one click anti- clockwise towards the 1 while the coffee mill is in operation (fig. 7). Avoid tur- ning the grinding coarse- ness regulator excessively otherwise when you select 2 cups, ...
Page 25 - LIMITED WARRANTY
25 EN This warranty applies to Super Automatic Espresso Machines with the De'Longhi brand name. LIMITED WARRANTY What does the warranty cover? We warrant each appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair at our factory or auth...