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Descaling procedure
1 Turn on the coffee machine.
2 Remove the drip tray, empty water in it and put it back.
3 Remove the water tank and empty water in it.
4 Pour the Philips descaler (CA6700) into the water tank, and fill it to the descale level (descale icon printed
on the water tank).
5 Reinsert the water tank, and position a large bowl (≥1.2 L) under the brewing head and steam wand for
liquid collection (Fig. 31).
6 Initiate descaling by simultaneously pressing the Espresso and Double Espresso buttons for three
seconds, acknowledging the beep.
7 Let the machine dispense descaler. Once finished, the machine will power off automatically.
8 Remove the water tank and clean any remaining descaler solution by rinsing it with fresh water.
9 Refill the water tank to the max level indicated on it with fresh water.
10 Reposition the large bowl under the brewing head and steam wand for water collection.
11 Press the On/Off button. The Espresso button light turns on.
12 Press the Espresso button and let the machine dispense water.
13 Once the machine has finished, the descaling procedure is complete, and the machine will automatically
be ready to brew.
Automatic sleep mode
If the machine is not operated for 30 minutes, it will enter the sleep mode automatically, with all the
indicators turned off.
To use the machine again, press the On/Off button to restart it.
You can also turn off the machine by pressing the On/Off button while it's powered-on.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance will keep your coffee machine in optimal condition and serve tasty
coffee for a long time.
See the table below for details about when and how to clean all the removable parts of the coffee machine.
Part When to clean How to clean
Portafilter, filter basket
and brewing head
After each use. Thoroughly rinse the inside and outside of
the portafilter and filter basket (see
'Cleaning the portafilter, filter basket and
brewing head').
Filter basket When the holes in the filter
basket are clogged.
Use the thin end of the cleaning pin to
clear residue from the holes (see 'Cleaning
the portafilter or filter basket when
clogged').
Steam wand After each use. Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth
and purge (see 'Cleaning the steam wand
after each use').
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