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14. Wash the ground coffee filter under running water to remove any remaining
vinegar or debris from descaling.
15. Remove the detachable water tank, empty, rinse, dry carefully and place back in
the appliance.
Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
WARNING: After descaling, rinse two or three times with clean water
(without coffee), as described in the paragraph on "RINSING AND PREPARING THE
SYSTEM BEFORE FIRST USE".Do not forget to rinse the steam wand. The appliance
has been descaled and is ready to use again.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Water leaks from
the bottom of
coffee espresso
maker.
There is too
much water in the
removable drip tray.
Please empty and clean the removable
drip tray.
The coffee maker has
malfunctioned.
Please contact customer service
at the following e-mail address:
www.starfrit.com/en/contact-us
Water leaks out
of outer side of
filter.
There is some coffee
ground on filter’s
edge.
Remove excess coffee residue.
Acid (vinegar)
taste in electric
espresso
machine
The ground coffee
had not been stored
properly. Must avoid
moist and humid
conditions.
Use fresh ground coffee, or store unused
ground coffee in a cool, dry place.
After opening a package of ground
coffee, reseal it tightly and store it in a
refrigerator to maintain its freshness.
The espresso
machine does
not function.
The appliance is not
properly plugged.
Plug the power cord into a wall outlet
correctly. If the appliance still does not
work, please contact customer service
at the following e-mail address:
www.starfrit.com/en/contact-us
The steam
cannot froth.
The steam indicator is
not illuminated.
Only after the steam indicator is
illuminated, the steam can be used to
froth.
The container is too
big, or is not the
correct shape.
Use high and narrow cup.
You have used
skimmed milk.
Use whole milk or half-skimmed milk for
best results.
The coffee
indicator and
steam indicator
light up at the
same time.
The water inside the
boiler is too hot.
Press the ON/OFF switch to the off
position and allow the espresso machine
to cool for 5 minutes.