Gaggia Machine Baby Dosata - Manual (Page 18)

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6 The shower disc (17) should be unscrewed
and cleaned periodically depending on
frequency of use.
7 If the appliance is not used for long periods,
discharge the water in the boiler by rotating
steam knob (7) anticlockwise and pressing
steam button (5) until completely discharged.
Close steam knob (7) by rotating it clockwise
and turn off the appliance.
Never operate pump unless there is water in
tank.
8 NOTE: It is very normal for an espresso
machine to emit steam and drip occasionally
as the water pressure changes during use.
Be certain to empty drip tray (12) as
required,
Descaling:
In hard water areas, minerals found in the water
will accumulate and affect operation of the unit.
Approximately every two months (this can vary
depending on use and water condition), clean
the machine with Gaggia descaler (in which
case follow the instructions on the packet).
Remove shower disc (17) and clean.
Dilute the solution before pouring it into the tank.
Pour the solution into the coffee dispensing group
and into the steam nozzle for a few seconds.
Wait 20 minutes, then repeat. process until
solution has been run through. Rinse machine
thoroughly by running plain cold water through
machine. Replace shower disc (17).
NOTE: Product failure due to scale
accumulation is not covered by warranty. No
other servicing should be attempted by the user.
Use “Gaggia cleaner” for best results.
Problem: Check to ensure against the following:
Coffee does not flow. Water is in tank.
Filter basket clogged because coffee is too fine or compressed
too firmly.
Shower disc requires cleaning.
Coffee flows too quickly. Coffee is ground too coarsely.
Coffee is not pressed down with tamper.
Pump makes loud noise. No water in tank.
Pump not primed.
Coffee is ground too coarsely.
Water leaking excessively
from filter holder.
Filter holder not properly inserted in brew head.
Gasket in brewing head dirty or worn.
Coffee grinds not cleaned off the rim of filter holder.
Espresso has little creamy
froth.
Coffee is ground too coarsely.
Coffee is not pressed down with tamper.
Coffee is too old or dried out.
Espresso is too cold. Machine is not warmed up (10 min).
Coffee is ground too coarsely.
Not enough milk froth. Steam nozzle and/or air intake hole clogged.
Milk is too hot.
Alarms - When the button being used flashes:
Empty tank
No water
Pump noise
Fill tank and repeat boiler filling procedures.
Too fine grinding Modify grinding
Dirty filter Clean shower (17)
Too pressed coffee Avoid press coffee excessively
In the event of faulty function