What does 'Perform PM' mean on Franke EVOLUTION PLUS Coffee Maker?
- JJohn PatelSep 16, 2025
If the appliance indicates 'Perform PM', contact customer service and schedule maintenance.

What does 'Perform PM' mean on Franke EVOLUTION PLUS Coffee Maker?
If the appliance indicates 'Perform PM', contact customer service and schedule maintenance.
Why does my Franke EVOLUTION PLUS Coffee Maker coffee taste bitter?
Your coffee may taste bitter for several reasons. The temperature might be too high, so try decreasing the coffee temperature. Alternatively, the grind might be too fine, so select a coarser grind. It could also be that there's too little powder, so increase the amount of coffee, or the roast is too dark, in which case you should change the coffee.
Why does my Franke EVOLUTION PLUS coffee taste tasteless?
If your coffee tastes tasteless, it could be due to several factors. The temperature might be too high, so decrease the coffee temperature. The grind might be too fine; select a coarser grind. You may be using too little powder, so increase the amount of coffee. Finally, the roast might be too dark, so change the coffee.
Why does my Franke EVOLUTION PLUS coffee taste sour?
If your coffee tastes sour, it could be due to a few reasons: the grind might be too coarse, so select a finer grind; there might be too little powder, so increase the amount of coffee; the temperature might be too low, so increase the temperature; or the coffee is too old, so store coffee properly.
Why does my Franke Coffee Maker coffee taste strange?
Several factors can cause strange-tasting coffee. It could be due to a poor grind (in that case contact customer service), minimal coffee usage (load smaller amount of coffee), bad coffee beans (replace coffee beans), residual cleaning solution (rinse Spectra), a dirty cup (check dishwasher), or water quality issues (have water quality checked).
What does 'Communication' mean on Franke Coffee Maker?
This message appears only with a connected billing device. Turn both the machine and the billing device off and then back on again. Contact customer service.
What does 'Dispenser missing' mean on Franke EVOLUTION PLUS Coffee Maker?
If your Franke Coffee Maker indicates 'Dispenser missing', attach the dispenser and ensure that it is properly seated.
What to do if Franke Coffee Maker says 'No beans'?
If your Franke Coffee Maker indicates 'No beans', the solution is to simply add coffee beans to the machine.
What to do if Franke EVOLUTION PLUS Coffee Maker chocolate product is viscous?
If the chocolate product is viscous, use less powder or use more water.
What to do if Franke EVOLUTION PLUS chocolate product is watery?
If the chocolate product is watery, use more powder or use less water.
| Milk System | Integrated milk frother |
|---|---|
| Adjustable Coffee Strength | Yes |
| Adjustable Coffee Quantity | Yes |
| Pre-infusion | Yes |
| Automatic Rinsing | Yes |
| Automatic Descaling | Yes |
| Energy Saving Mode | Yes |
| Water Tank | Removable |
| Type | Fully Automatic |
Symbols indicating severe injury, injury, and machine damage risks.
Symbols indicating minor injury and machine damage risks.
Details on the intended use of the Evolution Plus coffee machine and its accessories.
Key instructions for safe operation and maintenance of the Evolution Plus.
Warnings regarding electrocution risk from damaged equipment or cables.
Hazards from internal components and potential crushing injuries.
Warnings about hot water, steam, and hot surfaces of dispensers and warmer.
Introduction to the Evolution Plus machine's functions and controls.
Steps required before a service technician can install the machine.
Step-by-step guide for the daily start-up of the coffee machine.
Customizing drinks using the Preselection Plus panel.
Defining products, fill level, grind quantity, pressure, and text.
Viewing errors, counters, clearing counters, and changing PIN.
Procedures for clearing counters and changing the machine's PIN code.
Table listing error codes, display texts, and recommended solutions.
Solutions for common issues with coffee and chocolate product taste and consistency.