DeLonghi EC 250 B User Manual

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FUNDAMENTAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Never clean by immersing the appliance in water.
• This is an household appliance only. It is not intended to be used in: sta kitchen
areas in shops, oces and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in
hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type
environments.
• If the plug or cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Customer Services only to avoid
all risk.
FOR EUROPEAN MARKETS ONLY:
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if
they understand the hazard involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and
power cable away from children under eight years of age.
• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been given
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the
hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Always unplug the appliance when left unattended and before assembly, taking apart
or cleaning.
Surfaces marked with this symbol become hot during use (the symbol is present in
certain models only).

DeLonghi EC 250 B Specifications

General

Brand	DeLonghi
Model	EC 250 B
Category	Coffee Maker
Language	English

Summary

Fundamental Safety Warnings

General Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines, child supervision, and maintenance warnings.

European Market Safety

Specific safety rules for European markets, including age restrictions and supervision.

Important Safeguards

Electrical Safety

Warnings about electric shock, damp hands, cord safety, and faulty appliances.

Burn and Scald Prevention

Precautions against burns from hot water and steam.

Designated Use and Instructions

Defines intended purpose and importance of following instructions.

Product Description and Installation

Appliance Components

Lists and identifies all parts of the coffee machine.

Accessory Components

Lists and identifies all included accessories.

Installation Safety Guidelines

Safety precautions during appliance installation and placement.

Setup and Operation

Connecting and Filling the Water Tank

Steps for connecting the appliance and filling the water tank.

Initial Setup and Priming

Steps to prepare the appliance before first use, including priming.

Auto-off Function

Explains the automatic power-off function after periods of inactivity.

Tips for Hotter Coffee

Method to preheat the machine for optimal coffee temperature.

Espresso with Pre-ground Coffee

Detailed guide on preparing espresso using pre-ground coffee.

Coffee Preparation Methods

Espresso with Pods

Instructions for preparing espresso using ESE standard pods.

Making Cappuccino

Step-by-step guide to making cappuccino with frothed milk.

Water and Cleaning Procedures

Hot Water Dispensing

How to dispense hot water from the appliance.

Filter Cleaning and Maintenance

Routine cleaning and maintenance of coffee filters.

Boiler Outlet Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the espresso boiler outlet.

General Cleaning Operations

Guidelines for cleaning the exterior and removable parts.

Descaling and Disposal

Appliance Descaling

Process for removing limescale buildup from the machine.

Technical Specifications

Key technical specifications of the appliance.

Product Disposal

Environmentally responsible disposal instructions for the appliance.

Troubleshooting Guide

No Espresso Delivery Issues

Solutions for problems where no coffee is dispensed.

Espresso Drips or Cold Issues

Troubleshooting for dripping coffee and incorrect serving temperature.

Noisy Pump and Froth Issues

Addresses noise, froth quality, taste, and milk frothing problems.

Appliance Power Issues

Solutions for the appliance shutting down unexpectedly.