USER MANUAL Benvenuto Classic TCA5401 BOSCH
Please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.
This appliance is designed for domestic and not commercial use.
Risk of electric shock
Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating label.
Do not use if either the power cord or the appliance is damaged.
Use indoors at room temperature only.
Keep children away from the appliance.
In the event of malfunction, unplug the appliance immediately.
To avoid potential hazards, repairs such as replacing a damaged cord should only be performed by our service personnel.
Never immerse the appliance or power cord in water.
Do not reach into the grinding unit.
Risk of scalding
The nozzle for hot water and steam 9 gets very hot. Hold the nozzle 9 by the plastic part only, not by the metal parts. Keep body parts away from the nozzle and do not aim it at yourself or anyone else. When steam or hot water is released, the nozzle 9 may initially sputter.
Overview
Fig. A
1 Power on/off switch 2 Dial for adjusting the fill quantity 3 Display 4 Coffee dispensing button 5 Coffee strength button 6 Stand-by / on button 7 Steam generation button 8 Hot water / steam dial 9 Nozzle (for hot water/steam)
a) Nozzle mounting
b) Sleeve c) Nozzle tip
10 Height-adjustable coffee outlet 11 Lid for water tank 12 Removable water tank 13 Bean container with aroma cover 14 Ground coffee / cleaning tablet duct 15 Cup shelf (warming function) 16 Sliding switch for adjusting grind 17 Doors to brewing unit 18 Brewing unit
a Button (red) b Handle
19 Grade 20 Coffee grounds tray 21 Residual water tray 22 Float 23 Cord storage compartment
Before using for the first time
General
Fill the water tank with fresh, uncarbonated water only, and if possible, use only beans for fully automatic coffee and espresso machines. Do not use coffee beans that have been glazed, caramelized or treated with other additives containing sugar, since they will block the grinding unit. Check the water hardness with the enclosed test strip. If a value other than 4 is displayed, change the setting on the appliance accordingly (see "Setting the water hardness").
Switching on the appliance
- Pull enough of the power cord out of the storage compartment and plug it into the electrical socket.
- Remove and rinse the water tank 12 and fill it with fresh cold water. Do not fill above the "max" mark.
- Replace the water tank 12 and push it firmly downward into place.
- Fill the bean container with coffee beans.
- Set the power on/off switch 1 to I. The stand-by button glows red.
- Make sure that the hot water/steam dial 8 is at "O".
- Press the button. lights up on the display. When switched on for the first time, the water pipes in the appliance must be filled.
- Place a cup under the nozzle 9.
- Turn the dial 8 to /ɪv/ɪv. Water runs into the cup. Turn the dial 8 back to O.
- The button will now flash.
The appliance rinses and heats up.
The appliance is ready for use when all four buttons 忍 0, 忍 and the coffee strength indicator (coffee beans) light up on the display.
i The appliance's factory settings are programmed for optimal performance.
Note: If the appliance is being used for the first time or has not been operated for a prolonged period, the first cup of coffee will not have the full aroma and should not be consumed.
Controls
1 Power on/off switch
The power switch 1 on the rear of the appliance switches the power supply on or off.
When the power has been switched on, the button glows red. The appliance is now in stand-by mode.
Warning
Do not press the power on/off switch while the appliance is operating. The appliance should only be switched off when it is in stand-by mode.
2 Dial for adjusting the amount of coffee per cup
This dial 2 allows variable adjustment of the quantity of coffee from a small cup to a large cup.
3 Display
The display uses symbols to indicate appliance settings and messages.
Coffee dispensing, 2 cups flashing Lid for ground coffee duct 14 is open on Ground coffee / Cleaning on Mild coffee on Medium-strength coffee on Strong coffee flashing Bean container empty S on Service:
Descale/clean appliance
S flashing Service programme in operation on Fill water tank 12, hold cup + flashing under nozzle 9 and turn dial 8 to /1/ flashing Turn dial 8 to /1/ on Turn dial 8 to O. on Empty trays flashing Trays missing
Coffee can be brewed by pressing this button.
Press once for one cup. The coffee is ground, brewed and dispensed into the cup. Button flashes during this process.
Press twice within 3 seconds for two cups. The coffee is ground, brewed and dispensed into the cups (the grinding and brewing process takes place twice). Button
flashes and (2 cups) appears on the display during this process.
If the coffee dispensing button is pressed again, the coffee brewing process is terminated.
This button is used to select the coffee strength:
mild
medium
strong
The selected setting is shown on the display.
Button switches on the appliance or switches it to stand-by mode. When button is pressed, the appliance heats up and button a flashes while the appliance heats up and is rinsed. When the buttons, light up and one, two or three beans (depending on the setting) appear on the display, the appliance is ready for operation. The appliance will not be rinsed if:
- it was still warm when switched on, or
- coffee was not discharged before it was switched to "stand-by" mode, or
- steam was discharged shortly before it was switched off.
Button generates steam for foaming or warming.
8 Steam dispensing dial
Hot water or steam can be dispensed by turning the dial to hot water or steam. To dispense steam, the steam generation button must be pressed first (see "Steam for foaming milk").
Settings and displays
Setting the water hardness
It is important that the water hardness be set correctly, so that the appliance indicates accurately when the descaling programme should be run. The factory setting is a water hardness of 4. You can check the water hardness using the enclosed test strip or by asking your local water supplier.
| Degree | Water hardness |
| German (°dH) | French (°fH) |
| 1 | 1-7 | 1-13 |
| 2 | 8-15 | 14-27 |
| 3 | 16-23 | 28-42 |
| 4 | 24-30 | 43-54 |
- Determine the water hardness with the enclosed test strip.
e.g. = Hardness 2
- Switch the device to stand-by.
- Hold down the steam button for at least 3 seconds. The number of service buttons, , , , that light up indicate the selected water hardness.
- Press the steam button repeatedly until the correct number of buttons is lit.
- Press button once. The selected number of service buttons should light up briefly; this indicates that the desired water hardness setting has been saved successfully.
If a water filter (special accessory) is used, the water hardness should be set to 1.
Note: If no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the appliance switches to standby mode without saving the new settings. In this case, the previous water hardness setting is retained.
The first time a filter is used or after changing the filter, the appliance needs to be cleaned.
- Fill the water tank up to the 0.5l mark.
- Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9.
- Turn the dial 8 to /ɪv/
- If no water comes out of nozzle 9, turn the dial back to O.
- Fill the water tank and water pipes (see section "Switching on the appliance").
Adjusting the grinding unit
Sliding switch 16 adjusts the degree of grinding, from coarse to fine.
Warning
Adjust the grinding unit only while it is running! Otherwise the appliance may be damaged. - Press the coffee dispensing button.
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- While the grinding unit is running, move the sliding switch 16 to the desired position: the smaller the dots, the finer the grind. The new setting will not become apparent until the second or third cup is brewed.
Tip: For dark roast coffee beans, choose a coarser grind; for light roast beans, select a finer grind.
Float
The float 22 in the water tray 21 shows when the tray needs emptying.
- If the float 22 is clearly visible, empty the water tray 21.
Preparation
This fully automatic espresso/coffee machine grinds beans freshly for each brew. If possible, use only beans for fully automatic coffee and espresso machines. Deep-freeze or store in a cool place in sealed, airtight containers. Coffee beans can be ground while frozen.
Important: Fill the water tank with fresh water every day. The tank must always contain sufficient water for operating the appliance. Do not allow it to become empty.
Tip: Pre-warm cups, especially small, thick espresso cups, by placing on the cup shelf 15 or rinsing with hot water.
Using coffee beans
The appliance must be ready for use.
- Set the desired per-cup quantity using dial 2.
- Select the desired coffee strength using button 0.
- Place the prewarmed cup(s) under the coffee outlet 10.
- Press the coffee dispensing button once for 1 cup or twice within three seconds for 2 cups. The coffee is brewed and dispensed into the cup(s).
Note
If you select two cups, the grinding and brewing process is performed twice.
- Coffee dispensing stops automatically when the selected quantity has been dispensed. The brewing process can be terminated by pressing the coffee dispensing button again. When coffee is brewed for 2 cups, it is dispensed via two outlet nozzles (place the cups side by side).
Using ground espresso/ coffee powder
The appliance must be ready for use.
- Set the desired per-cup quantity using the dial 2.
- Place the prewarmed cup(s) under the coffee outlet 10.
- Open the cover of the ground coffee duct 14.
- Add one to two level scoops of ground coffee (grind: medium-fine) to the ground coffee duct 14.
Note
Do not add whole beans or instant coffee! Use a maximum of two level scoops of coffee.
- Close the cover of the ground coffee duct 14.
- Press the coffee dispensing button.
Repeat the process if a second cup is desired.
Note: If coffee is not brewed within 90 seconds, the brewing chamber is emptied automatically in order to prevent overfilling. The appliance is rinsed.
Preparing hot water
The appliance must be ready for use. This function allows water to be heated for a cup of tea, for example.
Risk of burns
The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts!
- Place an appropriate cup under the nozzle 9.
- Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way down.
- Turn the dial 8 to /ɪv/
Risk of scalding
When the dial 8 is set to /1V, the nozzle may sputter a little. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone. - End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O.
Steam for foaming milk
The appliance must be ready for use. You can foam the milk first and add the coffee on top, or foam the milk separately and pour it into the coffee.
Risk of burns
The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts!
- Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way down.
- Fill the cup approximately 1/3 full of milk.
- Press the O button. It will start to flash.
The appliance will heat up for approx. 20 seconds.
- Immerse the nozzle 9 deep into the milk, but do not let it touch the bottom of the cup.
- When the button lights up and appears on the display, turn the dial 8 to /ɪvʌ.
Risk of scalding
When the dial 8 is set to /1/√, the nozzle 9 may sputter. Escaping steam is very hot and may cause liquids to sputter. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone.
- Rotate the cup slowly until the milk is fully foamed.
- End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O.
Note: When the nozzle 9 has cooled down, clean it immediately. Dried residue is difficult to remove.
Tip: If possible, use cold low-fat (1.5% fat) milk.
Steam for heating drinks
Risk of burns
The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts!
The appliance must be ready for use.
- Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way up.
- Press the O button. It will start to flash.
The appliance will now heat up for approx. 20 seconds.
- Immerse the nozzle 9 deep into the liquid you want to heat.
- When the button lights up and 0 appears on the display, turn dial 8 to the steam setting.
Risk of scalding
When the dial 8 is set to the steam setting, the nozzle 9 may sputter a little. Escaping steam is very hot and may cause liquid to sputter. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone. End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O.
Note: When the nozzle 9 has cooled down, clean immediately. Dried residue is difficult to remove.
Maintenance and daily cleaning
Risk of electric shock
Unplug the appliance before cleaning it. Never immerse the appliance in water. Do not use a steam cleaner.
- Wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use scouring agents.
- Wash all removable parts by hand only.
- Rinse out the water tank 12 with water only.
- Remove, empty and clean the trays for coffee grounds 20 and residual water 21.
- Wipe out or vacuum the inside of the appliance (tray holders).
Note: If the appliance is cold when switched on with the button, or if it is set to stand by after brewing coffee, it is automatically rinsed, i.e. the system cleans itself.
Nozzle 9 for hot water/steam
- Unscrew the nozzle 9 from the steam pipe.
- Dismantle all parts (Fig. E).
- Clean with a caustic cleaning solution and a soft brush. Clean the tip of the nozzle 9/c with a blunt needle.
- Thoroughly rinse and dry all parts.
Brewing unit
The brewing unit can be removed for cleaning (Fig. D).
- Turn off the appliance with button 已
- Turn the power on/off switch 1 to 0.
- Open the door 17 to the brewing unit 18.
- Hold the red button 18a down and push the handle 18b up until you hear it engage.
- Grasp the brewing unit 18 by the handle, remove carefully, and rinse under running water. Do not use cleaning agents. Do not place in the dishwasher.
- Vacuum the inside of the appliance, or clean it with a damp cloth.
- Reinsert the brewing unit 18 all the way into the appliance.
- Hold the red button 18a down and push the handle 18b down as far as it goes, until you hear it engage. The brewing unit is now secure.
- Close the doors of the brewing unit.
Service programme: Combined cleaning and descaling process
If an S is shown on the display while the appliance is on, the service programme must be run immediately to clean and descale the appliance. If the service programme is not run as instructed, the appliance may be damaged.
Specially-developed descaling (order no. 310451) and cleaning agents (order no. 310575) are included with the appliance and can also be obtained from customer service.
Warning
Each time you run the service programme, you should follow the instructions for using the cleaning and descaling agents carefully.
Never interrupt the descaling programme. Do not drink the liquids.
Never use vinegar or vinegar-based products.
Never put descaling tablets or other descaling materials into the duct for cleaning tablets.
The S symbol flashes while the service programme is running (approx. 40 minutes).
Important: If there is a filter in the water tank, it needs to be removed before the service programme is run.
Starting the service programme
- Switch the appliance to stand-by mode using the button.
- Hold down the coffee dispensing button for at least 3 seconds. lights up on the display.
- Empty and reinsert the trays 20 and 21.
lights up on the display. - Open the cover of the duct 14 for ground coffee / cleaning tablets. - Place one cleaning tablet in the duct 14 and close the cover.
lights up on the display and the button flashes. - Fill the water tank with lukewarm water, add descaling agent and dissolve completely (total liquid: 0.5 litres).
or
- Pour prepared descaling mixture into the water tank (total liquid: 0.5 litres).
- Press the button. The descaling process begins. Duration approx. 10 minutes. The descaling solution flows into the water tray 21.
▷ ∅ flashes on the display. - Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9. - Set the dial 8 to /1/4. The descending process begins. Duration approx. 5 minutes. The descending solution flows into the container.
lights up on the display. - Empty and reinsert the water tray 21. lights up on the display and the button flashes. - Empty and clean the water tank 12, fill with fresh water up to the "max" mark and reinsert. - Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9. - Press the button. The cleaning process begins. Water flows into the container.
lights up on the display. - Turn the dial 8 to O. The cleaning process begins. Duration approx. 10 minutes. Liquid flows into tray 21 inside the appliance, then from the coffee outlet.
lights up on the display. - Empty, clean and re-insert the trays 20 and 21.
The appliance heats up and is ready for use again when all four buttons 串 0, and light up and remain lit.
Important: If the service programme is interrupted, e.g. owing to a loss in power, it is vital that the water tank be emptied, rinsed and filled with fresh water before the appliance is used again. Then turn the appliance on.
- The appliance rinses, liquid flows into tray 21.
⊬ flashes on the display. - Hold a cup under the nozzle 9 and turn the knob 8 to /ɪv/ 心.
Water runs into the cup.
lights up on the display. - Turn the knob 8 back to O.
The appliance rinses and is ready for use again.
Anti-freeze
In order to avoid damage through cold during transportation and storage, the appliance must be emptied completely first.
The appliance must be ready for use.
- Remove, empty, and replace water tank.
- Place a large, narrow container under nozzle 9.
- Press button.
- As soon as lights up on display, turn dial 8 to √[4]1/2 .
The appliance will release steam for a while.
- When nozzle 9 stops releasing steam, turn dial back to 'O'.
- Turn off the appliance.
Disposal
This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EG relating to waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE. The directive provides the framework for the EU-wide take-back and disposal of end-of-life appliances. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.
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.
Right of modification reserved.
| Troubleshooting |
| Problem Possible cause Solution | |
| ∅∅ flashing when bean container is full. | The grinding unit is not yet full enough. | Press coffee dispensing button again |
| No hot water or steam discharge. | Nozzle 9 is blocked. Clean nozzle 9. | |
| Foam insufficient or too runny. | Sleeve b on nozzle 9 not in correct position. Milk not suitable for foaming | Push down sleeve b on nozzle 9. Use cold low-fat (1.5% fat) milk. |
| Coffee dispensing slows to a trickle. | Coffee is ground too fine. Pre-ground coffee is too fine. | Adjust the grinding unit to a coarser setting. Use a more coarsely-ground coffee. |
| Coffee not dispensed. Water tank not filled or not correctly positioned. | Fill water tank and make sure it is in the right position. If necessary, fill water pipes (see section “Switching on the appliance”). |
| Coffee has no "crema" (creamy foam). | Unsuitable type of coffee. Beans no longer fresh. Degree of grinding inappropriate for beans. | Change type of coffee used. Use fresh beans. Optimize degree of grinding. |
| Grinding unit does not grind the beans. | Beans are not falling into the grinding unit (beans too oily). | Gently tap the bean container. |
| Grinding unit makes a loud noise. | Foreign objects in the grinding unit (e.g. grit, which can be found even in superior types of coffee). | Call the hotline. Note: The appliance can still be used to make pre-ground coffee. |
| Stand-by button and steam button flash alternately. | The brewing unit 18 is missing, or is not properly inserted or secured. | Insert and secure the brewing unit 18. |
| If problems cannot be eliminated, always call the hotline. |
Note: When using the appliance for the first time or after a long period of disuse, the first steam may have a slight odor; this is normal and should not be a cause for concern.
Controls
1 Power switch
Located on the back of the appliance, the power switch 1 is used to turn the power supply on and off.
After switching on the power switch, the device lights up with a dim red light. The device is in standby mode.
Attention
Do not use the household switch while the device is operating. Switching off the device is only allowed when it is in standby mode.
2 Rotary control for fill level
With the rotary control, the fill level can be adjusted smoothly - from a small amount to a large amount.
3 Display
The display is used to show settings and messages of the device in the form of corresponding symbols.
The lid of the shaft for loading the coffee beans is flashing and open
Lights up: coffee beans / cleaning mode
Lights up: weak coffee
Lights up: normal coffee
Lights up: strong coffee
Flashes: container for coffee grounds is empty
Lights up: service: indicates the need to remove deposits/clean the device
Service and maintenance program
Fill the container with water. Place a cup under the nozzle 9 and, turning the regulator 8, set it to the /V/ position.
Set the regulator 8 to the /V/ position.
Set the regulator 8 to the O position.
Rinse thoroughly. If there is no water, the cup is empty.
4 Coffee grounds drawer
To prepare another cup of coffee, repeat the process.
Note: If coffee is not dispensed within 90 seconds, the brewing chamber automatically empties to avoid overflow. The appliance performs a rinse.
Preparing hot water
The appliance must be ready for operation. This function allows you to prepare hot water, for example, for tea.
Burn hazard
The nozzle becomes very hot, so you can only touch it by its plastic elements.
- Place the appropriate cup under the nozzle 9. Push the lever on the nozzle 9 fully down.
- Set the regulator 8 to the /V/ position.
Burn hazard
Install the regulator in position /O to allow spraying. Do not touch the nozzle 9 and do not point it at people. Finish the process by returning the regulator 8 to position O.
The appliance heats up and is ready for operation again when all four keys light up continuously.
Important information: In case of interruption of the service program, for example due to a power failure, before switching the appliance on again it is absolutely necessary to empty the water tank, rinse it and fill it with fresh water. Then switch on the appliance.
- The appliance performs a rinse with clean liquid into the tank 21.
The symbol appears on the display - Place a cup under the nozzle 9 and set the rotary regulator 8 to position /V. Water flows into the cup. The symbol appears on the display - Set the rotary regulator 8 back to position "O".
The appliance performs a rinse and is ready for operation again.
Protection against freezing
To avoid damage caused by freezing during transport or storage, the appliance must be completely emptied beforehand.
The appliance must be ready for operation.
- Remove the water tank, empty it and put it back in place. - Place a large, narrow container under the nozzle 9. Press the key. When the symbol starts flashing, set the rotary regulator 8 to position /V.
During a long period of time, the appliance produces steam.
- After steam stops coming out of the nozzle 9, set the rotary regulator back to position "O".
- Switch off the appliance.
Disposal
This appliance is marked according to the European Directive 2002/96/EC on the disposal of old electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). This directive defines the rules for the collection and disposal of old appliances applicable throughout the EU. You can obtain information about current disposal options from the store where you purchased the appliance.
Warranty service terms
You can get comprehensive information about warranty service terms at your nearest authorized service center or at a service center from the manufacturer LLC "VSK Bytovaya Tekhnika", as well as find it in the attached warranty coupon issued at purchase.
We reserve the right to make changes.
