This document describes the De'Longhi ESAM4500 Magnifica Pronto Automatic Cappuccino machine, a bean-to-cup espresso and cappuccino machine.
Function Description
The De'Longhi ESAM4500 is an automatic coffee and cappuccino maker designed to prepare espresso, coffee, and cappuccino from whole beans or pre-ground coffee. It features an integrated grinding adjustment knob, allowing users to customize the fineness of the grind. The machine can deliver one or two cups of coffee simultaneously and offers various settings for coffee strength (extra-mild, mild, standard, strong, extra-strong) and quantity. It also includes an automatic cappuccino system that froths milk directly into the cup. The machine is equipped with a hot water spout for dispensing hot water for tea or other beverages.
Important Technical Specifications
- Voltage: 220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz max. 10A
- Absorbed power: 1350W
- Pressure: 15 bar
- Water tank capacity: 1.8 L
- Size (WxDxH): 280x375x360mm
- Cable length: 1.5 m
- Weight: 10.5 kg
- Beans container capacity: 200 g
- Safety: The appliance complies with EC directives (EC Regulation 1275/2008, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, and LVD Directive 2006/95/EC). It is designed for household use only and not for commercial purposes.
Usage Features
The machine offers a user-friendly interface with a display (D1) and various buttons for navigation and selection.
- Control Panel: Features "MENU" (D10), "NEXT" (D11), "CHANGE" (D3), and "OK" (D4) buttons for navigating settings. Dedicated buttons for coffee quantity (D5, D6) and strength (D2) are also present. The "AUTOMATIC CAPPUCCINO" button (D7) initiates the automatic milk frothing process.
- Coffee Preparation: Users can choose between whole beans (A2) or pre-ground coffee (A7). The grinding adjustment knob (B1) allows for fine-tuning the grind.
- Water Tank: The removable water tank (A10) has a capacity of 1.8 liters.
- Milk Container: The frothing milk container (B6) is designed for automatic cappuccino preparation.
- Adjustable Coffee Spout: The coffee spout (A16) is height-adjustable to accommodate different cup sizes.
- Pre-heating: The machine requires pre-heating, indicated by "HEATING UP, PLEASE WAIT" on the display.
- Auto-start: The auto-start time can be set to have the appliance ready at a certain time.
- Auto-off: The auto-off time can be programmed to save energy.
- Water Hardness: The water hardness setting can be adjusted to optimize descaling frequency.
- Programming Quantity: Users can program the quantity of coffee delivered for different cup sizes (short, standard, long) and milk quantity for cappuccino.
- Regulating the Coffee Mill: The coffee mill can be adjusted to prepare coarser or finer ground coffee.
- Filling and Attaching the Milk Container: The milk container (B6) is filled with milk and attached to the machine. The milk intake tube (B4) must be correctly inserted.
- Making Cappuccino: Pressing the "AUTOMATIC CAPPUCCINO" button (D7) initiates the process. The machine froths milk and delivers it into the cup.
- Hot Water Dispensing: The hot water spout (A9) can be used to dispense hot water.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity and optimal performance of the machine.
- Cleaning the Coffee Maker: The machine requires regular cleaning of the grounds container (A15), drip tray (A13), inside the service door (A14), water tank (A10), coffee spouts (A16), hot water nozzle (A9), pre-ground coffee funnel (A7), infuser (A18), and milk container (B6).
- Emptying Grounds Container: The "EMPTY GROUNDS CONTAINER" message appears when the grounds container is full. It should be emptied and cleaned regularly.
- Cleaning the Drip Tray: The drip tray (A13) has a level indicator (red) that shows when it needs to be emptied.
- Cleaning the Infuser: The infuser (A18) should be removed and cleaned at least once a month.
- Cleaning the Water Tank: The water tank (A10) should be cleaned regularly with a damp cloth and mild washing-up liquid.
- Cleaning the Milk Container: The milk container (B6) and its components (lid, frother regulator, milk spout, and intake tube) must be cleaned after each use to prevent blockages and ensure hygiene. The "CLEAN" button on the milk container should be pressed to initiate a cleaning cycle.
- Descaling: The machine requires periodic descaling, indicated by the "DESCALE" message. The descaling program guides the user through the process, which involves using a descaling solution. The frequency of descaling depends on the water hardness setting.
- Service Door: The service door (A14) provides access to the infuser and other internal components for cleaning.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as coffee not being hot enough, creamy enough, or delivered too slowly, and problems with milk frothing or dispensing.
Electrical Requirements
The appliance must be connected to a 13-amp fused plug. The wiring colors are:
- Green and Yellow: Earth
- Blue: Neutral
- Brown: Live
It is important to ensure that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your home. If the plug does not fit the socket, a qualified electrician should be consulted. The appliance should not be used if the plug or power cable is damaged.
Need help?
General
To Next Page