XP5210 - Machine à café KRUPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL XP5210 KRUPS

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COM UMA UNIDOSE “E.S.E.”

a Water compartment lid

e On / Off button with LED

f3. Steam preheating position

h Filter holder with grounds or pod ejection

system and gradual coffee tamping system:

KTS “Krups Tamping System”: Compatible with

ground coffee (1 or 2 cups) and ESE or soft

j Drip tray with level indicator

1. DESCRIPTION Your machine is equipped with a filter holder which boasts three exclusive systems:

- One for the gradual tamping of the espresso ground coffee as the filter holder is being positioned

(KTS “Krups Tamping System”).

- Another is for ejecting the used grounds.

- The last is for using E.S.E. (Easy Serving Espresso) or soft pods.

It is also removable, and so can be frequently cleaned to be maintained in perfect working order. For your

safety, your filter holder is equipped with a locking system to keep it in place when the pressure rises.

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

n Filter holder with grounds ejection system. Compatible with espresso ground coffee and all types of

n Automatic shutoff.

n Removable water compartment (capacity: 1.1 litres).

n Voltage: 220-240 V – 50/60 Hz

n Anti overheating safety mechanisms

n Dimensions: H. 300 mm, L. 230 mm, P. 280 mm

Voltage for use: this appliance is designed only for use with a 220-240 V alternating

Type of use: Your appliance is EXCLUSIVELY designed FOR USE IN THE HOME.

n For an espresso with intense flavour, we recommend using freshly ground special espresso coffee which

is ideal for the delicacy of this type of coffee, along with cups with a capacity not exceeding 50 ml.

n Keep the espresso ground coffee in the refrigerator, in an air-tight container as it retains its flavour

Do not fill your filter holder to the brim, but use the measuring spoon (1 tablespoon per cup).

n If you do not use the appliance for more than 5 days, rinse and drain the water tank.

n Before removing the water tank to fill or empty it, always turn the appliance off.

Always place the unit on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface.

n To obtain an espresso at exactly the right temperature, we recommend that you preheat your cups.

n To prolong the life of your appliance, we recommend you use a Claris Aqua Filter System F088

cartridge (accessory not included) and that you descale the appliance at regular intervals.

Before using for the first time, after a prolonged period of inactivity or after descaling,

the appliance must be cleaned as described in paragraph 5: “BEFORE FIRST USE”.

4. BEFORE FIRST USE Before using your espresso machine, clean all the accessories in soapy water and dry them.

If you are not using the Claris cartridge, please refer to the paragraph here below “RINSING OF YOUR APPLIANCE”.

A. INSTALLING THE CLARIS CARTRIDGE (to be done every time the cartridge is replaced)

If you are using a Claris filter cartridge, please follow the procedure to fill it with water:

Screw the Claris filter into the bottom of the water tank.

n Fill the water tank with water and replace it (fig.2 and 3).

n Turn the appliance on by pressing the “On / Off” button (fig.4).

Turn the switch to the “steam preheating” position. Once the light stops blinking, turn back the switch

to the “off” position.

Repeat this operation 2 more times.

To make sure the Claris cartridge is full of water, place a container under the brewing head, turn the

switch to the “coffee” position and make sure some water is running through. If not, repeat the above

In this manner you can be sure that water is circulating well through the filter cartridge.

This installation procedure must be carried out every time the cartridge is

The Claris cartridge needs to be replaced every 2 to 3 months if it is used daily.

RINSING YOUR APPLIANCE (to be done on first use and after each cleaning / descaling

- RINSING OUT THE ESPRESSO CIRCUIT Then rinse the appliance. To do so:

n Open the lid and remove the water tank using the handle (fig.1).

n Fill it with water (fig. 2).

n Replace the water tank by positioning it firmly, to ensure the water inlet is in place, and close the lid

n Turn the appliance on by pressing the “On / Off” button (fig.4).

n Insert the filter holder (without ground coffee) in the appliance (fig.7).

n Place a container of sufficient volume under the filter holder.

Once the appliance has reached the right temperature, the light stops blinking. Turn the switch to the

“coffee” position (fig.8) and let all the water in the tank run through.

If necessary, stop the operation by turning the switch to the “off” position (fig.9) to empty the container4948

and then resume the operation.

n Empty the container and unlock the filter holder: press the “OPEN” button on the filter holder and turn

it to the left (fig.10).

- RINSING OUT THE STEAM CIRCUIT.

Before using the steam function for the first time, the steam circuit should be cleaned.

n Fill the water tank

n Turn the appliance on by pressing the

n Place a recipient underneath the steam nozzle.

n Turn the switch to the

position, the button starts to flash.

button has stopped flashing, turn the switch to the position and let the water run until

n Keep the steam production going for at least 30 seconds.

5. MAKING AN ESPRESSO In order to release all the aromas of the coffee and ensure your complete satisfaction, this machine pre-

infuses each coffee. The pump works for 3 seconds, stops the following 3 seconds and then the cycle

continues until the end of the preparation.

PREHEATING THE ACCESSORIES For the best results, we recommend that you preheat the accessories (filter holder and cups) without

espresso ground coffee. To do so:

n Fill the water tank and turn the machine on. (fig.1, 2, 3 and 4).

n Put the filter holder in place, place the cups below.

As soon as the appliance reaches the required temperature, the light stops flashing.

n Turn the switch to the “coffee” position (fig.8).

n When the cups are filled with hot water, turn the switch to the “off” position. (fig.9).

n Unlock the filter holder: press “OPEN” while turning the filter holder to the left and remove it from the

Note: When the appliance is hot, the espresso cups can be preheated on the cup warming plate.

WITH GROUND CO FFEE The type of coffee you choose will determine the strength and taste of your espresso. Always

use espresso ground coffee. Do not use instant coffee, cafetiere coffee or filter coffee.

n Fill the water tank and turn the machine on (fig. 1, 2, 3 and 4). During the preheating of the appliance,

n Using the measuring spoon, place the espresso ground coffee in the filter holder: one spoon (full to

the brim) per cup (fig.5).

n Remove any excess espresso ground coffee from the edge of the filter.

Important: Do not tamp the coffee down in the filter holder. The coffee is automatically

tamped using the KTS “Krups Tamping System”.

n Insert the filter holder in the device by turning it to the right as far as it will go, up to the stop

n Put one or two cups under the filter holder (fig.8).

As soon as the appliance reaches the required temperature, the light stops flashing.

n Turn the switch to the “coffee” position (fig.8).

n When you have the desired amount of coffee, turn the switch to the “off” position (fig.9).

Unlock the filter holder: press “OPEN” while turning the filter holder to the left and remove it from the

n Remove the used espresso coffee grounds using the ejection system by pressing the “EJECT” button

located between the two coffee outlet nozzles (fig.11). Wash the filter holder under running water,

pressing “EJECT” to eliminate the remnants of grounds.

The filter holder now can be filled again to prepare other espressos.

WITH AN “E.S.E.” ESPRESSO POD

“ESE” for “Easy Serving Espresso” is a packaged pod (44 mm diameter) of 7g of selected

coffee, ground and compacted between two paper filters, specially designed to make Italian

style ristretto (tight) espressos.

This system allows immediate, simple, clean and comfortable use of your machine.

n Fill the water tank and turn the machine on (fig. 1, 2, 3 and 4). During the pre-heating phase, the

indicator lamp will flash.

n Tear the excess paper off the pod, put the E.S.E. pod in the filter holder, with the red writing facing

Be sure to place all the paper inside the filter holder, otherwise there might be leaks.

n If the pod is not positioned correctly, the result in the cup will not be satisfactory.

n Never use two pods together.

n Then, follow steps of pictures 7 to 11.

WITH A SO FT POD Your machine is also compatible with soft pods (usually 60 mm in diameter). Given that this

kind of pod is not specifically designed for espresso machines, you will get a less full-bodied

espresso than with an E.S.E. pod.

n Fill the water tank and turn the machine on (fig. 1, 2, 3 and 4). During the pre-heating phase, the

indicator lamp will flash.

n Place a soft pod in the filter holder. Never use two pods together. If the pod is not positioned correctly,

the result in the cup will not be satisfactory.

n Then, follow steps of pictures 7 to 11.

6. STEAM FUNCTION Steam is used to foam up milk (for example to make a cappuccino or a cafe latte) thanks to the

cappuccino accessory.

To produce steam, the pump works by emitting an intermittent noise.

After using the steam function, the appliance cools automatically by pumping cold water through

the heating system. During the pumping cycles, the excess steam in the heating system is released with

the hot water into the drip tray. The steam and noise that accompany this phase are important

for cooling the appliance.

Warning: during and after using the appliance, the metal parts of the steam nozzle can become very hot.

USING THE STEAM NOZZLE TO FROTH MILK

n Fill the water tank and turn the machine on (fig. 1, 2, 3 and 4).

n Turn the switch to the “steam preheating” position. The indicator lamp flashes (fig.12).

n Move the steam nozzle towards the outside of the appliance.

n Pour 60 to 100ml of fresh skimmed, semi skimmed or whole milk in a small container of about 1/2 litre

and which can pass under the steam nozzle. The milk and its container should be quite cold.

n We recommend that you use pasteurised or UHT milk and that you avoid using unpasteurised milk.

n As soon as the indicator lamp stops blinking, plunge the steam nozzle into the milk.

n Turn the switch to the “steam” position (fig. 13).

n For a good result, hold the nozzle towards the bottom of the container for about 25 seconds while

the milk heats (without however touching the bottom of the container). Then, bring the container

down gradually so that the nozzle moves up towards the surface (without ever coming out of the milk)

n Once the froth has formed, turn the switch to the “stop” position (fig.15). The appliance will now

automatically cool itself by launching 3 intermittent pumping cycles. Once this is automatic operation

is complete, you can make a coffee.

To prevent the steam nozzle holes from being clogged, the milk foam must not

reach the black plastic upper part.

It is important to clean the steam nozzle after each use to prevent the milk from drying on the inside of

the nozzle. To do so:

n Place the steam nozzle in a container with water and repeat the milk frothing operation for 30 seconds.

The steam nozzle is still hot!

USING THE KRUPS XS-6000 AUTO-CAPPUCCINO SET TO FROTH MILK (SOLD SEPARATELY)

The auto-cappuccino accessory makes it easier to make a cappuccino or a caffe latte. It is made up of a

special dual-position nozzle, a stainless steel milk container and a pipe.

This accessory may be sold separately.

Assemble all the different pieces. Choose the caffè latte or cappuccino position on the special nozzle.

Fill up the milk container and place a cup or a glass underneath the special auto-cappuccino nozzle.

Turn the switch to the “steam preheating” position. • Once the light has stopped blinking, turn the

switch to the “steam” position.

n Once the froth has been formed, turn the switch to the “stop” position. The appliance will now

automatically cool itself by launching 3 intermittent pumping cycles. Once this is automatic operation

is complete, you can make a coffee.

To prevent the milk from drying on the auto-cappuccino accessory, we strongly recommend.

pouring clean water in the container and re-assembling the various components.

starting a steam cycle.

clean all of the components with a damp cloth.

7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

n Do not wash your espresso machine accessories in the dishwasher.

CLEANING O F THE APPLIANCE

n Unplug the power supply before cleaning and let the appliance cool down.

Clean the outside of the appliance from time to time with a damp cloth. After use, the water tank must

Rinse inside the tank regularly.

When a thin white layer starts to form in the tank, carry out a descaling operation (see paragraph 9

CLEANING OF THE DRIP TRAY The drip tray must be emptied after each time the appliance is used. Lift up slightly and remove it from

If multiple espressos are prepared one after the other, it should be emptied from time to time (every 7 to 8

espressos approximately) (fig.19 and 20). The presence of water is normal and is not the sign of a leak.

If necessary, clean the drip tray and its grid with water and a little gentle washing-up liquid, rinse and dry.

When reassembling the components, make sure everything is in the right place.

CLEANING OF THE PERCOLATION HEAD AND FILTER HOLDER

n They must be cleaned after each use. Simply wipe a damp cloth over the percolation head (fig. 21)

and clean the filter holder under running water and use a small amount gentle washing-up liquid.

n Do not use alcohol or solvent-based cleaning products.

For best results, you can activate the “EJECT” button several times during rinsing. We recommend that

you shake the filter holder thoroughly in order to remove all the water.

When not using your espresso coffee maker, do not leave the filter holder on it, in order to prevent wear

For more thorough cleaning, the filter holder can be dismantled:

n You can remove the black plastic part where the coffee outlets and the “EJECT” button are to be found:

turn it to the left and pull sharply (fig. 22).

n Clean the various components under running water and a little gentle washing-up liquid.

Replace the black plastic part in the metal holder, turn it to the right until the two arrows on each

If the percolation head is heavily clogged up, unscrew the grid using a screw-driver, clean it and refit it,

pressing down firmly (fig.23).

O F THE STEAM NOZZLE

This accessory consists of 2 parts: one part which is the plastic support and the other which is the

metal protection cylinder.

Before cleaning, unlock the nozzle from the articulated arm by turning it to the left (fig.16, 16.2).

Then slide the metal cylinder along the plastic support (fig.16.3).

Clean these two parts with tap water and some mild washing-up liquid (fig.17).

Once the parts have been properly cleaned, put the metal cylinder back on the support.

Make sure that you don’t damage the silicone seal which makes the nozzle watertight (fig.16.3).

Insert the nozzle on the articulated arm then lock to the right (fig.18.1, 18.2).

8. DESCALING The guarantee does not cover appliances which become faulty because the descaling operations have

not been carried out regularly.

Descale your espresso maker regularly using white vinegar or a packet of citric or sulphamic acid which

you can buy in most hardware stores.

We recommend that you use the Krups descaling accessory, reference

F054, available in Krups

authorized service centres. In addition to two descaling sachets, this accessory includes a water hardness

tape tester to assess the required frequency with which your appliance should be descaled, in normal

use. The amount of scale depends on the hardness of the water but also the level of use. The frequency

of descaling given by the F054 accessory is therefore purely indicative. However, you can refer to the

If in doubt, it is recommended to descale every month.

DESCALING O F THE STEAM AND COFFEE CIRCUIT

n Empty the tank and put it back in place.

n If your product is equipped with our Claris - Aqua Filter System cartridge F088, please remove this

cartridge before the descaling operation.

n Fill the tank with a mixture composed of three parts water for one part white vinegar or a mixture of ½

litre of water and a packet of citric or sulphamic acid available in the shops.

n Insert the filter holder (without espresso ground coffee) into the appliance and lock it by turning it to

the right as far as it will go.

n Place a container under the steam nozzle.

n Press the “on-off” button.

n Immediately turn the switch to the “steam” position (without stopping at the “steam preheating”

n Let the mixture run through the nozzle until steam appears.

n Turn the switch back to the “stop” position

n Place a container of sufficient volume under the filter holder.

n Once the light stops blinking, turn the switch to the “coffee” position and half of the mixture run

n Turn the machine off using the “on off” button and leave the switch on the coffee position.

n After 15 minutes, turn the machine back on.

n Let the rest of the water run through.

n Turn the switch to the “stop” position.

After descaling, perform 2-3 rinsing operations with clear water (without espresso

ground coffee), as described in paragraph 5 “using for the first time”.

Remember to rinse the steam nozzle by following the instructions below:

Place a container under the steam nozzle.

n Press the “on-off” button.

n Immediately turn the switch to the “steam” position (without stopping at the “steam preheating”

Let the water run through the nozzle until steam appears.

n Turn the switch back to the “stop” position.

The appliance is descaled and ready to be used again.

DESCALING FREQUENCY Ave. number

Less than 7 Once a year Every 8 months Every 6 months

From 7 to 20 Every 4 months Every 3 months Every 2 months

Over 20 Every 3 months Every 2 months Every month

n This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or

failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee

n No repairs will be carried out due to a lack of descaling will be covered by the guarantee.

n If you have any problem or query please contact our Customer Relations Team for expert help and advice.

Helpline: 0845 330 6460- UK

(01) 677 4003 - Ireland

10. PROBLEMS, PROBABLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS Problems Possible causes Solutions

The cups and the filter

Preheat the accessories: cups and filter holder (see

The filter holder is

You forgot to unlock the

Press “OPEN” while turning the filter holder to the

You have not tightened the

filter holder properly.

Tighten the filter holder by turning it to the right as

far as it will go, up to the stop.

The coffee flows too

The flow rate depends on

the fineness of the coffee

used and can vary when

preparing the espresso

The ground coffee is too

fine, too oily or floury.

The filter holder is dirty.

The water drip-through grid

Choose a slightly larger grained ground coffee.

Clean your filter holder (see paragraph 8).

When the appliance has cooled, clean the

percolation head with a damp cloth. (fig.21).

No water in the tank.

The filter is clogged. The

ground coffee is too fine.

Your device is scaled up.

The Claris cartridge has

been replaced but not

Press firmly on the tank.

Clean the filter holder (see paragraph 8) and try a

Water leaks from the

filter holder after an

The switch has not been

positioned on the «stop»

Formation of scale because

of especially hard water.

Turn off your appliance by positioning the switch

on the «stop» position. (fig.9).

Descale the appliance according to the manual

The filter holder is clogged.

The grind is too fine.

Clean the filter holder with hot water. Press

“EJECT” to eliminate the remnants of the grounds.

Shake to drain the water.

Choose a slightly larger grind.

Your appliance contains a lot of recoverable or recyclable material.

When disposing of it, take it to a local civic waste collection point.

Problems Possible causes Solutions

The water tank leaks

The valve at the bottom of

the tank is dirty or defective.

The valve is blocked by

Wash the water tank and operate the valve at the

bottom of the tank with your finger.

Descale the appliance (paragraph 9).

Check the position of the tank. If the fault persists,

do not use the appliance, contact an approved

Water can be present and/or

flow when you remove the drip

tray.This is not a sign of a leak.

The filter holder has not

been properly positioned.

The edge of the filter holder

is clogged by ground coffee.

Pod poorly positioned in the

Put the filter holder in place and lock it (by turning

it to the right as far as it will go, up to the stop).

Remove excess coffee.

Place all the paper inside the filter holder.

Your espresso tastes

After descaling, the rinsing

was not performed properly.

Rinse the device according to the manual (see

The pump was unprimed

due to lack of water.

The detachable water tank is

not properly clicked in place.

The Claris cartridge has

been replaced but not

Fill the water tank and reprime the pump (see

paragraph 5). Avoid completely emptying the tank.

Click the tank into place by pressing firmly.

The steam nozzle is blocked

The milk is not cold or not

The shape of the container

Descale the steam nozzle (see paragraph 9) or

unblock it with a needle.

Use fresh, cold milk. Try using a different brand

Use a small pitcher.

in the filter holder.

the filter holder security lock.

No water in the tank.

Stop the appliance, fill the water tank and turn the

Press down firmly on the tank.

The filter holder is clogged. See paragraph 8.

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