SIEMENS EQ300 Automatic Espresso Machine Instruction Manual

SIEMENS EQ300 Automatic Espresso Machine

Intended use

This appliance is intended for domestic use only.
Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level.

Important safety  information

Please read and follow the operating instructions carefully and keep them for later reference! Enclose these instructions when you give this appliance to someone else. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Keep children under 8 years of age away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Warning

Risk of electric shock!

• The appliance may only be connected to a power supply with an alternating current via a correctly installed socket with earthing. Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed.
• Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord and/or appliance are damaged.
• Only our customer service may repair the appliance, e. g. by replacing a damaged power cord, in order to avoid hazards.
• Never immerse the appliance or mains cord in water.
• If there is a fault, pull out the mains plug immediately or switch off the power supply.
• Avoid spillage on the connector.

Warning

Hazard due to magnetism!

• The appliance contains perma-
• net magnets which can affect
• electronic implants such as pacemakers or insulin pumps. Persons wearing electronic implants must maintain a minimum distance of 10 cm from the appliance and from the following parts upon removal: milk container, milk
• system, water tank, drip tray and brewing unit.

Warning

Risk of suffocation!

• Please note the special information on cleaning in the instructions.
• Do not allow children to play with packaging material.
• Store small parts safely as they can be easily swallowed.

Warning

Risk of injury!

• Do not reach into the grinding unit!
• Improper use of this appliance may result in injury.

Warning

Risk of burns!

• The milk system becomes extremely hot. After use, always let it cool down before you touch it.
• After use the surfaces of the heating element or hotplate can remain hot for some time.
• Freshly prepared beverages are very hot. Leave to cool a little if necessary.

Risk of injury!

• Improper use of this appliance may result in injury.
• Risk of injury! Do not reach into the grinding unit.

Environmental protection

Saving energy

• If the appliance is not being used, switch it off.
• Set the interval for automatic switch-off to the smallest value.
• If possible, do not interrupt coffee or milk froth dispensing. Stopping a process prematurely results in higher energy consumption and the drip tray fills up more quickly.
• Descale the appliance regularly to avoid a build-up of limescale. Limescale residue results in higher energy consumption.

Environmentally-friendly disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.Please ask your dealer about current disposal routes.

Getting to know your appliance

This section provides an overview of Getting to know y our appliance the scope of delivery, the assembly and the components of your appliance. It also introduces you to the different controls.
Note: Depending on the appliance model, individual details and colours may differ.
How to use these instructions
The illustrations are identified using numbers that are referred to in the operating instructions.

Included in delivery

(Figure A on the fold-out pages)

1. Fully automatic coffee machine
2. User Manual
3. Quick reference guide
4. Milk tube and suction pipe
5. Water hardness testing strip
6. Measuring spoon
7. Water filter *
8. Milk container with “fresh look” lid *
9. Descaling tablets *

Assembly and components

1. ( On / off button (stand-by mode) 0 Control panel
2. The handle of milk frother
3. Outlet system for coffee, height adjustable
4. Milk frother (holder, frother, cover), height adjustable
5. Drip tray (coffee grounds container, drip grate, drip plate, float)
6. Door of brewing chamber
7. Rating plate
8. Brewing unit
9. Aroma lid
10. Bean container
11. Rotary selector for setting grinding
12. level
13. Cover for water tank
14. Water tank

Getting to know your appliance

Controls

Accessories

The following accessories are available Accessories from retailers or from customer service:

The contact data for customer service in all countries can be found at the back of these instructions.

Before using for the first time

In this section, you will learn how to Bef or e using for the first time to commission your appliance.
Note: Only use the appliance in frost-free areas. If the appliance was transported or stored at temperatures below 0 °C, you must wait for at least 3 hours before using it.
Installing and connecting the appliance

1. Remove any protective plastic film.
2. Place the appliance on a level, water-resistant surface which can bear the weight.
3. Using the mains plug, connect the appliance to an earthed socket that has been correctly installed.

Note: After plugging in, always wait (approx. 5 seconds).
Commissioning the appliance
Attaching milk frother
Fig. 3

1. Remove milk frother parts from the bag.
2. Assemble milk frother.
3. Attach the milk frother on the front of the appliance.

Filling the bean container
This appliance can be used to make coffee drinks from coffee beans.

1. Open the lid of the bean container.
2. Add coffee beans.
3. Close the lid again.

Notes

1. Coffee beans that have been glazed, caramelised or treated with other sugary additives will block the brewing unit.Only use pure, roasted bean mixes that are suitable for use in espresso or fully automatic coffee machines.
2. The coffee beans are freshly ground for each brewing operation.
3. Store coffee beans in a sealed container in a cool place to ensure optimum quality.
4. Coffee beans can be stored in the bean container for a number of days without losing their aroma.

Filling the water tank
Important: Fill the water tank with fresh, cold, still water on a daily basis. Prior to operation, check whether the water tank has been sufficiently filled.

1. Carefully remove the cover of the water tank.
2. Use the handle to remove the water tank and then rinse out.
3. Fill the water tank with water up to the “max” marking.
4. Put the water tank back in the holder again, keeping it straight, and fit the cover of the water tank.

General

The factory settings of the fully automatic coffee machine are programmed for optimal performance.

1. The appliance switches off automatically after a specific time.
2. When switched off, the appliance will emit steam into the tray for cleaning purposes.
3. Whenever a button is pressed, a signal sounds. It can be switched off.~ “Settings” on page 17
4. When the appliance is used for the first time, after running a service programme or has not been operated for a long period, the first beverage will not have the full aroma and should not be consumed.
5. After commissioning the appliance, you will only achieve a suitably thick and stable “crema” after the first few cups have been dispensed.
6. If the appliance is in use for a long period of time, water droplets will form on the ventilation slots. This is normal.
7. Escaping steam is not a fault but due to the design of the machine. Before using your new appliance, you should check and select the water hardness.~ “Settings” on page 17

Operating the appliance

In this section, you will learn how to Operate the appliance
make beverages with coffee and milk. It contains information about settings, water filters, and adjustments of the grinding level, in addition to frost protection.
Note: Freshly prepared beverages may be very hot.
Preparing coffee using freshly ground beans
You can choose between Espresso and Caffe crema. ~ “Preparing drinks with milk” on page 13 The appliance is switched on. The water tank and bean container have been filled.

1. Place a cup under the outlet system.
2. Touch % repeatedly to select the required coffee strength.
3. Touch the espresso or Caffe crema button.

The coffee is brewed and then dispensed into the cup.
Note: To stop dispensing the drink before the end, touch espresso or Caffe crema again.

Preparing drinks with milk
This appliance has a milk frother. You can make drinks of coffee with milk or froth up milk.
Tip: You can also use plant-based alternatives to milk, e.g. soya milk.
Notes

1. The quality of the milk froth depends on the type of milk or the plant-based alternative used.
2. Dried milk residues are difficult to remove so always perform cleaning.~ Fig.6~ “Daily care and cleaning” on page 19

Warning
Risk of burns!
The milk frother gets very hot. Hold only by the handle. After use, let it cool down first before touching it.
Coffee drinks with milk
You can choose between cappuccino and latte macchiato. When doing so, please check the position of the coffee dispenser and milk frother.

The appliance is switched on. The water tank and bean container have been filled. The milk frother is installed.

1. Fill a large cup or a large glass with approx. 100 ml milk for cappuccino and approx. 150 ml milk for latte macchiato.
2. Place a cup or a glass under the outlet system.
3. Push the coffee dispenser and milk frother right down.
4. Touch % repeatedly to select the required coffee strength.
5. Touch the cappuccino or latte macchiato button.

The milk is first frothed up in the cup or glass. The coffee is then brewed and dispensed into the cup or glass.
Note: To stop current dispensing of the drink before the end, touch cappuccino or latte macchiato again.
Frothing up milk
The appliance is switched on. The water tank has been filled. The milk frother is installed.

1. Fill a large cup or a large glass with approx. 100 ml milk.
2. Place a cup or a glass under the outlet system.
3. Push the coffee dispenser and milk frother right down.
4. Touch the milk button. The milk is frothed up.

Note: To stop the process before the end, touch milk again.

Adjusting beverage settingsCoffee strength

Before making a drink, you can adjust the coffee strength To do so, touch % to select the strength you require.

Note: The coffee strength selected is then active for all drinks made with coffee.
Filling level
You can adjust the filling level of your drinks. Press and hold espresso or caffe crema for 3 seconds. Dispensing takes place, with the button selected flashing. Once the required filling level is reached in the cup, touch the button selected to stop. The new filling level is only apparent after the next drink is dispensed.
Note: The filling level can be selected either for Espresso (25 – 60 ml) or Caffe crema (80 – 200 ml).A minimum quantity is always brewed: Espresso approx. 25 ml and Caffe crema approx. 80 ml.

Frothing time
You can adjust the frothing time of your drinks. Press and hold cappuccino, latte macchiato or milk for 3 seconds. The milk is frothed up, and the button selected flashes. Once the required frothing time is reached, touch the button selected to stop.
Notes

• There is a limited time period for the frothing time setting. A minimum to a maximum time can be selected depending on the drink.
• Setting the frothing time has no impact on the amount of coffee.

Setting the grinding level
This appliance features an adjustable grinder. This enables the grinding level of the coffee to be individually changed.
Warning
Risk of injury!
Do not reach into the grinding unit.
Caution!
The appliance may be damaged! Only adjust the grinding level when the grinder is running!
When the grinder is in operation, use the rotary selector )2 to set the grinding level.

• Finer grinding level: turn anticlockwise. (Fig. a)
• Coarser grinding level: turn clockwise. (Fig. b)

Water filter

Fig. 7

A water filter lessens limescale deposits and reduces impurities in the water. The appliance also does not need to be descaled so often. Water filters are available from retailers or from customer service.
If a water filter is inserted, the appliance will show when this needs to be changed. The ) symbol is flashing.
Inserting or replacing a water filter
A new water filter must be rinsed before it can be used. The appliance is switched on. The water tank has been filled.

1. Simultaneously hold down %and calc clean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch the espresso button and “W. hardness” will be activated.
3. Touch % button and make the following selection
4. Immerse the water filter (opening facing up) in a container filled with water until no more air bubbles rise to the surface.
5. Then press the water filter firmly into the empty water tank.
6. Fill the water tank with water up to the “max” marking.
7. Place a container with a capacity of 1.0 litre under the outlet.
8. Touch espresso button to save the setting and activate rinsing.
9. Insert water tank.
10. Touch espresso button to save the setting and start rinsing. Water will now flow through the filter.
11. Touch calc’nClean button to exit the menu.
12. Then empty the container. The appliance is ready for use again.

Removing the water filter
If the water filter has been removed and no new one inserted, please select the appropriate water hardness. ~ “Setting the water hardness” on page 17
Frost protection
To prevent frost damage during transportation and storage, the appliance must be completely emptied beforehand.
Info: The appliance must be ready for use and the water tank filled.

1. Place a large container under the outlet of the milk frother and push the frother down.
2. Press and hold milk button for at least 5 seconds. The LED in the button flashes, and the appliance now heats up.
3. As soon as steam escapes from the milk frother, remove the water tank.
4. Allow the appliance to cool down. Wait until ‘ the symbol and all LEDs are flashing.
5. Use the k button to switch the appliance off.
6. Empty the water tank and the drip tray and thoroughly clean the appliance.

The appliance can now be transported or stored.
Note: The brewing unit is now secured and cannot be removed.

Setting

This appliance has different factory settings. You can customize the settings on the appliance.
Note: If no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the appliance switches to “Choose beverage” without saving. The previous setting remains unchanged.
You can select the following settings:
Automatic switch-off
The appliance switches off
Selecting automatic switch-off automatically at a specific time after the last button was pressed. This time can be selected, with settings from 15 minutes to 4 hours is possible here.

1. Simultaneously hold down %and calc clean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch caffe crema button and “Automatic switch-off” will be activated.
3. Touch % button and select the required time. The following settings are possible:
   

   15 minutes

   30 minutes (factory setting)

   1 hour

   2 hours

   4 hours

4. Touch Caffe crema button to save the setting.
5. Touch calc clean button to exit the menu.

Switching the audible signal on/off
Whenever a button is pressed, an audible signal sounds. This can be switched on or off.

1. Simultaneously hold down %and calc clean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch the cappuccino button, and “Signal tone” menu will be activated.
3. Touch % the button and switch signal tone on or off.
4. Touch the cappuccino button to save the setting.
5. Touch calc clean button to exit the menu.

Setting the water hardness
It is important to set the water hardness correctly so that the appliance indicates in good time when the descaling programme should be run. The preset water hardness is level 4. You can check the water hardness using the enclosed test strip or by asking your local water supplier.

1. Briefly immerse the enclosed test strip in fresh tap water, leave it to drip and read off the result after 1 minute.
2. Simultaneously hold down %and calc clean for at least 3 seconds.
3. Touch the espresso button and “W. hardness” menu will be activated.
4. Touch % button and select the water hardness. The following settings are possible:
   1. W. hardness 1
   2. W. hardness 2
   3. W. hardness 3
   4. W. hardness 4 (factory setting)
   5. Water filter (when used)
   6. H2O-softener (if available)
5. 5. Touch the espresso button to save the setting.
   6. Touch calc clean button to exit the menu.

The table shows the allocation of the levels to the different degrees of water hardness:

Setting Degree of water hardness German (°dH)         French (°fH)

1              1-7                            1-13

2              8-14                          14-25

3             15-21                         26-38

4             22-30                        39-54

Subsequent changes to the water hardness can be made at any time.
Note: When using the water filter (see section “Accessories”), proceed as follows. ~ “Water filter” on page 16

Factory reset
If you set the appliance back to the factory settings, you will lose your own settings.

1. Simultaneously hold down %and calc’nClean for at least 3 seconds.
2. Touch latte macchiato button. The factory settings are reactivated.
3. Touch calc’nClean button to exit the menu.

Daily care and cleaning

With good care and cleaning, your Daily care and cleaning the appliance will remain fully functioning for a long time to come. In this section, you will learn how to correctly clean and care for your appliance.
Warning
Risk of electric shock!
Before cleaning the appliance, pull out the mains plug. Never immerse the appliance in water. Do not use a steam cleaner.
Cleaning agent
Please observe the following information to ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong type of cleaning agent.
Do not use

1. Harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
2. Any cleaning agents containing alcohol or spirits.
3. Hard scouring pads or sponges.Notes
4. New sponge cloths may contain salts. Salts can cause rust film on stainless steel. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
5. Always remove any limescale, residues of coffee or milk, cleaning or descaling solution immediately.This residue may cause corrosion.

Caution!
Not all of the appliance’s components can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Fig.5-7

Not dishwasher-safe:
	Water tank
	Cover for water tank
	Aroma lid
	Brewing unit
	Drip tray

Dishwasher-safe:
max. 60°C	Drip plate
	Drip grate
	Coffee grounds container
	Float
	Milk frother
	Cover for milk frother

Cleaning the appliance

1. Wipe down the outside of the appliance with a soft, damp cloth.
2. Clean the control panel using a micro-fibre cloth.
3. Wipe down the coffee dispenser if required after dispensing each beverage.

Notes

• If the appliance is cold when switched on or if it is switched off after dispensing coffee, it rinses automatically.The system is therefore self-cleaning.
• If the appliance has not been used for a long period of time (e.g. while you are on holiday), clean the entire appliance thoroughly, including the milk frother, trays and brewing unit.

Cleaning the drip tray and coffee grounds container
Fig. 5
Note: The drip tray and coffee grounds container should be emptied and cleaned every day in order to prevent deposits.With frequent use also empty from time to time as soon as the float is clearly visible if or the relevant symbol lights up.

1. Open the door.
2. Pull the drip tray with the coffee grounds container forwards and out.
3. Remove the drip plate with grate.
4. Empty and clean the drip tray and coffee grounds container.
5. Wipe out the inside of the appliance (area of drip tray).

Cleaning the milk system
Clean the milk system after each use to Cleaning the milk system remove residues and ensure its function.
Warning
Risk of burns!
The milk frother gets very hot. Hold only by the handle. After use, let it cool down first before touching it.

1. Fill a glass half-full with water and place under the outlet system.
2. Push the milk frother right down.
3. Touch the milk button to clean the milk system.
4. Push the milk frother right up and allow it to cool down.
5. Dismantle the milk frother into its individual parts and clean thoroughly. Fig.6
6. Dry the individual parts, reassemble and fit back onto the appliance.

Notes

1. To stop the process before the end, touch milk again.
2. All parts of the milk system should be cleaned in the dishwasher. Detergent residues in the milk system must be thoroughly removed following the rinsing process.

Cleaning the brewing unit
Fig. 4-Fig. 5In addition to automatic cleaning, the brewing unit should be removed regularly for cleaning.
Caution!
Clean the brewing unit without detergent or products containing vinegar or acid and do not place in the dishwasher.
Remove the brewing unit

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Open the door to the brewing chamber.
3. Remove the coffee grounds container.
4. Push the red lever up, grasp the brewing unit by the handle and pull forwards carefully.
5. Rinse the brewing unit thoroughly under warm, running water.
6. Clean the interior of the appliance thoroughly with a damp cloth, removing any coffee residues.
7. Allow the brewing unit and the interior of the appliance to dry.

Insert the brewing unit:

1. Hold the brewing unit only by the handle.
2. Push the red lever up, position the brewing unit underneath and slide back as far as it will go. The lever must snap into place.
3. Insert the coffee grounds container again and close the door.

Important: If the brewing unit has not been inserted, or the brewing unit or drip tray not inserted correctly, it will not be possible to close the door.

Service program

The calc’nClean button will light up Service programme every so often, with the exact frequency depending on the water hardness and usage of the appliance. The appliance should be immediately cleaned and descaled using the programme.
Notes

• Important: If the appliance is not cleaned and descaled in good time, it may be damaged.
• Caution! For each of the service programs, use Calc’nClean descaling and cleaning agents as described in the instructions and observe the (relevant) safety information.
• Do not drink the liquids.
  Never use citric acid, vinegar or any vinegar-based agents to descale the appliance.
• For cleaning and descaling, only use the tablets intended for such purposes.They have been specially developed for this appliance, and new stocks can be ordered through customer service. ~ “Accessories” on page 11
• Do not use a descaling agent with phosphoric acid.
• Never insert descaling tablets or other products into the brewing unit.
• Never interrupt the service program.
• Prior to starting a service program, remove, clean and re-insert the brewing unit. Clean the milk frother.
• At the end of a service program, wipe down the appliance using a soft, damp cloth to immediately remove any descaler residue. This residue may cause corrosion.
• New sponge cloths may contain salts. Salts can cause rust film on stainless steel, so cloths must always be washed out thoroughly before use.
• Using a water filter increases the intervals until a service program needs to be performed.
• If the service program is interrupted, e.g. by a power failure, ‘ and calc clean will light up.

Then proceed as follows

1. Rinse out the water tank.
2. Pour in fresh, still water up to the “max” marking.
3. Touch the calc clean button. The program starts and rinses the appliance. Duration: approx. 2 minutes.
4. Empty, clean and re-insert the drip tray. Close the door.

The program has finished. The appliance is ready for use again.

Starting Calc’nClean

Duration: approx. 40 minutes

1. Press and hold the calc’nCleanbutton for approx. 5 seconds.( symbol lights up.
2. Open the door, remove the drip tray and coffee grounds container and empty.
3. Remove and clean the brewing unit.
4. Place a Siemens cleaning tablet in the brewing unit and re-insert the unit.
5. Re-insert the drip tray and coffee-grounds container and close the door.’ symbol lights up.
6. Remove the water filter (if there is one).
7. Pour 0.5 liters of lukewarm water into the empty water tank up to the mark and dissolve a Siemens descaling tablet in it.
8. Re-insert the water tank and place a large container (approx. 1 liter) under the outlet system.
9. calc clean flashes, touch calc clean.The program starts, cleans and descales the appliance. calc clean pulses. Duration approx. 20 minutes.( symbol lights up.
10. Empty the container, open the door, empty the drip tray and re-insert.

Troubleshooting

Faults often have simple explanations. Troubleshooting Before calling customer service, please refer to the fault table and attempt to correct the fault yourself. Please read through the safety information at the beginning of these instructions.
Fault table

Customer service

Technical data

E number and FD number

When calling us, please give the full product number (E no.) and the production number (FD no.) so that we can provide you with the correct advice. These numbers can be found on the rating plate `. (~ Fig. “2) To save time, you can make a note of the data for your appliance and the telephone number for customer service here, should this be required. The contact data for customer service in all countries can be found at the back of these instructions.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee. Changes reserved.