RI930231 - Machine à café GAGGIA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RI930231 GAGGIA

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- Slide the Ring Nut 1 onto the steam hose.

- Place the Gasket 3 into the Injector 4, and place the Gasket Press 2

over the Gasket 3. Slide the assembly 2-3-4 over the steam hose.

- Screw the Ring Nut 1 onto the Injector 4. Tighten 5.

- Attach the external housing 6 as shown in the Figure.

- The internal sleeve 7 must be correctly installed, by protruding the

lower part of the external sleeve, as shown in  gure.

- Gewindenutmutter auf Dampfrohr aufsetzen.

Che il latte non sia troppo caldo.• 10 •

ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce the

risk of fi re, electric shock, and/or injury to persons,

including the following:

1 Read all instructions and information in this instruction book

and any other literature included in this packaging referring

to this product before operating or using this appliance.

2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3 To protect against fi re, electric shock and personal injury

do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other

4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used

by or near children.

5 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and

before cleaning the appliance.

6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug

or in the event of appliance faults or damages. Return

appliance to the nearest authorized service centre for

examination, repair or adjustment.

7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may result in fi re, electric shock or

8 Do not use outdoors.

9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch

10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in

11 Always turn appliance to “Off”, then plug cord into the

wall outlet. To disconnect, turn switch to “Off”, then

remove plug from wall outlet.

12 Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.

13 Use extreme caution when using hot steam.

14 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabili-

ties, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they

have been given supervision or instruction concerning use

of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to censure that they do not

play with the appliance.

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Congratulations on your wise choice!

As the proud owner of the Gaggia machine, you can now

experience the taste of a delicious cup of espresso or cap-

puccino in the comfort of your own home.

Espresso coffee, originally created in Italy, is made by

rapidly forcing water that has been heated to the correct

brewing temperature, through a special fi nely ground

coffee. The heart of the espresso machine is a precision

engineered pump. The pump and water fl ow is easily

controlled with just a fl ick of the switch.

This appliance is for household use

Any repairs or servicing operations, with the exception of normal

cleaning and maintenance operations must be undertaken by

an authorized service centre.

1. Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the

plate agrees with your voltage.

2. Never use warm or hot water to fi ll the water tank. Use

3. Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the

appliance during operation.

4. Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.

5. To prevent limescale from building up, natural mineral

water may be used. Please follow the instructions given

in the "Descaling" section.

6. Do not immerse the machine in water.

7. Never direct jets of overheated steam and/or hot water

towards yourself or others. Always use the handles or knobs

8. Do not disconnect (remove) the pressurized fi lter holder

during coffee brewing. Hot water drips may spill out of the

brew group during the warming phase.• 11 •

ENGLISH Description of parts:

2 Hot water/brew switch (pump)

4 Steam switch (temperature)

5 Correct temperature light

6 Removable water tank

7 Steam/hot water knob

8 Turbo frother steam nozzle (removeable)

10 “Perfect crema” pod fi lter

11 “Perfect crema” fi lter for ground coffee

12 Basin (removable)

13 Frothing jet device

19 Power cable and plug

24 Cappuccino maker kit (OPTION)

Instructions for the power supply cord

A A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks of

getting tangled up or tripping over a longer cord.

B Longer extension cords are available and may be used if

care is exercised in their use.

C If a long extension cord is used:

1 the marked electrical rating of the extension cord

should be at least as great as the electrical rating of

2 if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension

cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and

the longer cord should be arranged so that it will

not drape over the counter top portable top where it

can be pulled on by children or tripped over;

3 If the power supply cord has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other), as a safety feature,

this plug will fi t in a polarized outlet only one way.

If the plug does not fi t fully in the outlet, reverse the

plug. If it still does not fi t, contact a qualifi ed electri-

cian. Do not attempt to defeat the safety feature.

4 If damaged, the power cord must be replaced by the

manufacturer or an authorised service centre.

1. Remove the water tank cover (22) and fi ll the tank with

cold water checking the level through the tank window

N.B.: The upper section of the tank (6) is provided with an

overfl owing safety hole (16) in case of tank overfi lling.

The water tank can also be removed (FIG.02), after

removing the tank cover (22).

Re-install tank with water and cover (22).

2. Insert plug (19) into a suitable wall outlet (see point 1

3. Press the main switch (1), the start light (3) will light up.

The temperature light (5) will light up fi xed when the

required temperature is reached;

N.B.: Upon fi rst use, after dispensing steam or when the

water tank is empty, the machine’s water circuit must

This machine, featuring a pump to brew coffee, is equipped

with a self-priming system.

Place an empty cup under the brewing head (14), do not

insert the fi lter holder and press the hot water/coffee switch

You will hear the sound of the operating pump, and after a few

seconds, water will start fl owing out of the brewing head (14).

Warning! Before removing the water tank,

make sure that the machine is off as not to

damage the self-primer.

When the cup is full,press again the hot water/coffee switch• 12 •

(2) to stop dispensing.

N.B.: The pump self-primer could be temporarily out of order

because of an “air bubble”.

In this case water does not fl ow from brewing head (14), and

the following procedure should be followed:

a) Place a small frothing pitcher or mug under the steam

b) Turn the knob (7) counterclockwise to open the steam/

hot water dispensing tap and press the hot water/coffee

switch (2) to start dispensing.

c) Alter a few seconds, a steady stream of water will emerge

from the steam nozzle. Allow about one cup of water to

fi ll the pitcher. Press the hot water/coffee switch (2) and

close the steam/hot water tap (7) to stop dispensing.

d) NOTE: The temperature ready-light (5) will automatically

fl ash as the machine boiler heats.

After switching on the machine for the fi rst coffee, wait 6

minutes until the machine has fully heated up, while for

all subsequent coffees the machine will be ready to use.

Caution: Never operate pump without water

in machine as damage to the pump may occur.

Damage of pump run without water is not covered

Using the machine for the fi rst time or

after a period of inactivity

This simple operation ensures an optimum brewing and must

- at fi rst start-up;

- when the machine remains inactive for a long time (more

NOTE: Dispensed water must be emptied into an adequate

drain. It is not suitable for food use. If the container fi lls

up, stop dispensing water during the cycle and empty it

before resuming the operation.

A (Fig.02) - Rinse the tank and fi ll it again with fresh

B (Fig.03) - Place a container under the steam wand

Open the knob (7) slowly by turning it counter-clockwise

and press the hot water/brew button (2).

C Dispense half the water tank from the steam/hot water

wand. To stop dispensing, press the hot water/brew button

(2) again. Then close the knob (7) by turning it clockwise.

D Insert the fi lter holder into the brew unit from the bottom

(14) and turn it from left to right until it locks into place.

E Place a suitable container under the fi lter holder.

F Press the brew button (2) and dispense all the water left

in the water tank. Once the tank is empty, stop dispensing

by pressing the brew button again (2). At the end, empty

G Fill the tank again and wait until the “correct temperature”

indicator light (5) turns on.

H Remove the fi lter holder from the unit by turning it from

right to left and rinse it with fresh drinking water.

I The machine is now ready to be used.

For further information on how to dispense hot water, please

refer to sections "How to brew a good Espresso Cof-

fee" and "Making Hot Water".• 13 •

ENGLISH Important to know……

1. The taste of your coffee depends on the characteristics

of the beans from which it is made, the type of bean,

where it was grown and processed. The coffee beans

that are roasted for a longer period of time and at higher

temperatures will be much darker in colour.Darker beans

will produce a richer cup of coffee than the lightly-roasted

2. A variety of dark roasts are available from which you

can choose to brew your espresso. Each of these roasts

is a blend of coffee beans that are roasted at a specifi c

temperature producing a specifi c type of fl avour.There are

decaffeinated beans that have up to 98% of the caffeine

content removed. The next time you purchase coffee for

your espresso maker, experiment with one of the many

kinds of coffee being sold. You may just fi nd that it tastes

better than the blend you have been using.

3. A fi ne “espresso grind” for pump-driven machines must be

used. Be sure to ask for this when buying coffee or when

having beans ground. Do not use a blade-type grinder

because it makes too much coffee dust and produces an

4. The mark of real espresso is its dark color, rich taste and

the light brown, natural froth called “crema” in Italian.

5. Cappuccino is simply a combination of espresso and hot,

frothy milk.Cappuccino is usually topped with cinnamon,

nutmeg or cocoa powder.

6. Espresso Coffee should be served immediately after it is

7. Espresso is served in 2 to 2 ½ oz. demitasse cups. A 4 or

6 oz. cup or glass is used for cappuccino

8. Ideally, coffee beans should be ground immediately before

using. Remember, it must be an “espresso grind” for

pump-driven espresso machines.

9. It’s best to store ground coffee or beans in an airtight

container in the freezer of your refrigerator. Ground coffee

tends to absorb food odours.

Warning! Never brew coffee when the steam

function is on, as the temperature is too high and

there is a risk of burns.

How to make a good Espresso coffee:

1 Follow the procedure described in section “Prepara-

2 Insert the frothing jet device (13) into the fi lter holder (9).

Insert the “Perfect crema” fi lter for ground coffee (11)

into the fi lter holder, both for brewing 1 or 2 coffee cups.

Insert the fi lter holder (9) into the brew group (14) from

the bottom and wait for it to heat up.

3 Place a container under the fi lter holder (9). Preheat the

fi lter holder by placing the hot water/brew button (2) on

“on” (this operation is only necessary for the

Water will start coming out.

4 Once 150 cc of water have been dispensed, bring the hot

water/brew button (2) onto “off”.

5 Wait for the machine to reach the correct temperature

with the fi lter holder cup inserted (warm-up time is about

In the meantime, prepare cups, milk and coffee, etc.

6 After warm-up, remove the fi lter holder (9) and fi ll it with

ground coffee using the measuring scoop provided.

Add one measuring scoop of coffee for each cup.

Do not add too much coffee.

Tamp the coffee with the appropriate coffee presser (18).

Do not tamp too much.

7 Clean any excess coffee from the rim of fi lter holder (9).

Insert fi lter holder into brew head by holding handle ap-

proximately 45 degrees to the left as you face machine.

When properly aligned,move handle fi rmly to the right to

The handle should point to the front of the machine or

slightly to the right.

8 Place one or two espresso cups on the drip plate to line up

with the spouts of the fi lter holder. Press the hot water/

9 When the cups are 3/4 full, press again the coffee

switch(2). The more water you allow to fl ow, the weaker

the coffee. When properly made, the espresso will have a• 14 •

light brown foam “crema” fl oating on the top.

If not, refer to “In the event of faulty function”.

10 Remove cups and serve.

11 To make more espresso, carefully and slowly remove the

fi lter holder by moving handle to the left. Be careful as

hot water will be on top of the coffee grinds in the holder.

Some water will continue to drip from brewing head as

fi lter holder is removed. That is normal and due to the pump

pressure in the system. Knock out used coffee grinds from

fi lter. For more espresso repeat steps 6 to 10 above

To use coffee pods, remember to only use the “Perfect crema”

Note: if present, remove the "Perfect crema" fi lter for ground

1 Follow the procedure described in section “Prepara-

2 Insert the frothing jet device (13) into the fi lter holder (9).

Then, insert the "Perfect crema" pod fi lter (10).

3 Insert the fi lter holder (9) into the brew group (14) from

the bottom and wait for it to heat up.

4 Place a container under the fi lter holder (9). Preheat the

fi lter holder by placing the hot water/brew button (2) on

“on” (this operation is only necessary for the

Water will start coming out.

5 Once 150 cc of water have been dispensed, bring the hot

water/brew button (2) onto “off”.

6 After the warm-up, remove the fi lter holder (9) and insert

the pod. Make sure the paper of the pod does not overhang

7 Insert the fi lter holder into the machine with a 45°

movement towards the left.

8 Rotate it to the right to tighten it into position. The fi lter

holder handle shall be perpendicular to the machine or

slightly tilted towards the right.

9 Place a cup under the fi lter holder. Place the hot water/

brew button (2) on “on”. Coffee will start coming out.

10 When the cup is 3/4 fi lled, bring the brew button onto

Remove the cup and serve.

11 To brew more coffee, slowly remove the fi lter holder with

caution, moving it towards the left. Make sure to not get

burnt with water from coffee grounds. Once the fi lter holder

has been removed, some water will still drop.

This is due to the water pressure in the system. Remove

the grounds from the fi lter. To brew more coffee, repeat

the procedure from step 6 to 10.

Important note: Filters should be kept clean to

guarantee perfect results. Clean daily after use.

If you experience a malfunction in the coffee brewing

process, leave the Filters in a metal container of hot

boiling water for 10 minutes, then rinse them in running

water and perform another brewing.

For a deeper cleaning of the fi lters, we recommend using

the cleaning tablets specifi cally designed to maintain the

effi ciency of the machine.• 15 •

ENGLISH Preparing cappuccino:

When preparing to make a cappuccino, have all of the ingre-

dients at hand as well as a frothing pitcher (or mug) halffi lled

with skimmed or low-fat milk and cups that are larger (6 oz.)

than those used for espresso.

The higher the fat content in the milk the denser the froth

The Turbo-Frother (8) or the cappuccino maker pos.24 will give

you all the froth required but don’t let milk come to a boil.

It may require two or three attempts to “become an expert” but

you will be successful at frothing milk if you give it a chance.

Swivel the Turbo- Frother steam nozzle (or milk frother) slightly

outward so that you can get the frothing pitcher under the

nozzle without knocking the base of the machine.

Turbo frother steam nozzle version:

Steam can be used to froth the milk for cappuccinos and also

Caution! Scalding hazard! Splashing may occur

at the start – scalding hazard! The hot water

nozzle and pipe can reach high temperatures:

avoid touching it directly with your hands.

1 Make espresso (in a large cups) as described above

2 With the machine ready to deliver coffee, convey the pipe

over the drip tray (12), open the “Hot water/steam” tap

knob (7) for a few seconds so to let the remaining water

come out of the steam pipe; after a few seconds only

steam will come out.

3 Close the steam/hot water tap knob(7).

4 Press steam switch (4).

5 After 50 to 60 seconds or, when temperature ready-light

(5) goes on, place the frothing pitcher halffi lled with low-fat

milk under Turbo Frother steam nozzle so that tip is just

under the surface of the milk. See Fig.03.

6 Slowly turn steam valve knob (7) counter clockwise to

IMPORTANT. The more you turn the knob, the greater

the steam pressure for frothing.

N.B.: Dispensing should not exceed 60 seconds.

7 Move pitcher in circular motion keeping the tip of steam

nozzle just under surface of milk as it begins to froth. Do

not let milk come to a boil since it will not froth.

8 When you have made enough froth,turn steam knob

clockwise to shut off steam and remove pitcher. Put steam

9 Spoon the froth onto the espresso in each cup and gently

pour the hot milk along the side of the cup. Top each cup

of cappuccino with a dash of cinnamon, cocoa and nutmeg.

10 NOTE: If you want to make more espresso immediately

after steaming milk, the machi-ne boiler must be refi lled

with water and temperature brought down to a brewing

Otherwise, espresso may taste “burned”.

Warning! If coffee is brewed without reducing

the temperature through water dispensing, you

To do this: place an empty cup on drip plate. Do not insert

fi lter holder. Press the coffee/hot water switch (2) to fi ll

the cup with water. Press again switch (2).

You many now proceed to make more espresso.

1. Follow the procedure described under “Preparation”.

2. Press the main switch (1).

3. Allow about 6 minutes for the machine to reach its proper

operating temperature.

4. Place a pitcher under the steam nozzle (8).

5 Slowly turn the steam knob (7) counterclockwise and press

the hot water/coffee switch (2) to dispense hot water.

N.B.: Dispensing should not exceed 60 seconds.

After getting the desired quantity of hot water, press the

coffee/hot water switch (2) and turn the steam knob (7)

to stop dispensing. Then remove the pot.• 16 •

ENGLISH Keeping it clean:

1 IMPORTANT: the steam nozzle should be cleaned after

each use in order to avoid build up of milk deposits that

are very diffi cult to clean. Cleaning is made easy as can

be seen in the DESCRIPTION OF PARTS. The outer

part of nozzle can be removed by pulling downward.

The outside of the steam pipe can be cleaned with a damp

The steam jet is cleaned by running a shot of steam through

The hole in the steam nozzle must be kept open. A needle

2 Clean fi lter holder and fi lter in warm water after use.

3 Wipe body of machine with a damp cloth as required.

4 Remove basin and grid (12, 23) and rinse with water. Do

not use abrasive substances.

5 Clean the seal (15) inside of the brewing head (14) and

6 The shower disc (17) should be unscrewed and cleaned

periodically depending on frequency of use.

7 If the machine is not used for a long period of time,

discharge the water from the boiler by turning the steam

knob counterclockwise (7), and press the hot water/coffee

switch. Let a quantity of water equal to two cappuccino

cups come out of the frother. Close the steam knob (7)

and press the hot water/coffee and the steam switch. Turn

off the machine. Never operate pump unless there is water

8 NOTE: It is very normal for an espresso machine to emit

steam and drip occasionally as the water pressure changes

Be certain to empty drip tray (12) as required.

Limescale normally builds up with the use of the appliance. The

machine needs descaling every 1-2 months (if used) and/or

whenever a reduction in water fl ow is noticed. Use the GAGGIA

descaling product only.

NOTE: In case of confl ict, priority must be given to what is

indicated in the operation and maintenance manual over

the instructions provided on separately sold accessories

NOTE: Use the GAGGIA descaling

product only. Its formula has been

designed to ensure better machine

performance and operation for its

whole operating life. If correctly

used, it also avoids alterations in

the brewed product. The descaling

solution is to be disposed of

according to the manufacturer’s

instructions and/or regulations in

force in the country of use.

NOTE: Never drink the descaling solution or any products

dispensed until the cycle has fi nished. Never use vinegar

as a descaling solution.

1 Insert the fi lter holder into the brew unit from the bottom

(14) and turn it from left to right until it locks into place.

2 Remove and empty the water tank.

3 (Fig.02) - Pour the ENTIRE content of the GAGGIA

concentrated descaling solution into the water tank, and

then fi ll the tank with fresh drinking water up to the MAX

4 Remove the Pannarello (or Cappuccinatore) installed on

the steam wand, if any.

Pay attention as the Turbo-Frother

steam nozzle could be hot!

Air intake to be kept clean and

free from residues.• 17 •

5 Switch on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button

(Fig.03) - Fill up (as described in the Section ‘Making

hot water’ of the manual) two cups of water (about 150

ml each) from the steam/hot water wand and turn off

the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button (1).

6 Leave the descaling solution to descale for approx.15-20

minutes with the machine turned off.

7 Switch on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button

(Fig.03) - Fill up (as described in the Section ‘Making

hot water’ of the manual) two cups of water (about 150

ml each) from the steam/hot water wand. Then turn the

machine off by means of the ON/OFF button (1) and

leave it off for 3 minutes.

8 Repeat the operations as described in step 7 until the

water tank is completely empty.

9 (Fig.02) - Rinse the tank and fi ll it again with fresh

10 (Fig.03) - Place a container under the steam wand

Open the knob (7) slowly by turning it counter-clockwise

and press the hot water/brew button (2).

11 Dispense the whole water tank from the steam/hot water

wand. To stop dispensing, press the hot water/brew button

(2) again. Then close the knob (7) by turning it clockwise.

12 (Fig.02) - Fill the water tank with fresh drinking

13 Place a suitable container under the fi lter holder.

14 Press the brew button (2) and dispense all the water in

the water tank. Once the tank is empty, stop dispensing

by pressing the brew button again (2). At the end, empty

15 Remove the fi lter holder from the unit by turning it from

right to left and rinse it with fresh drinking water.

16 The machine is now ready to be used.

The descaling cycle is now complete.

(Fig.03) - Fill the tank again with fresh water. If necessary,

prime the circuit as described in Section ‘Starting up’ of the

Once fi nished, reposition the Pannarello (or Cappuccinatore)

on the steam wand.• 18 •

ENGLISH In the event of faulty function

Problem: Check to ensure against the following:

Coffee does not fl ow. Water is in tank.

Filter basket clogged because coffee is too fi ne or compressed too fi rmly.

Shower disc requires cleaning.

Coffee fl ows too quickly. Coffee is ground too coarsely.

Coffee is not pressed down with tamper.

Pump makes loud noise. No water in tank.

Coffee is ground too coarsely.

Water leaking excessively from fi lter

Filter holder not properly inserted in brew head.

Gasket in brewing head dirty or worn.

Coffee grinds not cleaned off the rim of fi lter 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 (6 min).

Coffee is ground too coarsely.

Coffee has been brewed in cold cups. It is recommended to always brew coffee in

Not enough milk froth. Steam nozzle and/or air intake hole clogged.

Milk is too hot.• 19 •

24 Kit Préparation Cappuccino (OPTION)

1 Interruptor principal

1 Interruptor principal

Instructions for end-of-life disposal treatment

This product complies with EU Directive 2002/96/EC.

on the product or on its packa-

ging indicates that this product may not be treated as

household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to

the applicable collection point for the recycling of elec-

trical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you

will help prevent potential negative consequences

for the environment and human health, which could

otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling

of this product. For more detailed information about

recycling of this product, please contact your local city

offi ce, your household waste disposal service or the

shop where you purchased the product.

Dieses Produkt entspricht der EU-Richtlinie 2002/96/EG Das Symbol auf dem Produkt oder seiner

usagés (waste electrical and electronic equipment -

GAGGIA S.p.a. reserves the right to carry out all modifications which might be considered necessary.

COD. 15002252 - Rev. 00 - 15-01-11