What does a red flashing light mean on a DeLonghi coffee machine?
Red Descale Light is On Means: Descaling is required If your machine displays a red descale light, flashing or still, you need to descale the appliance. Light flashing: the appliance must be descaled (see the section “Descaling”). Light on steadily: the appliance is performing a descaling cycle.If your machine displays a red descale light, flashing or still, you need to descale the appliance. The descale light appears after a set amount of time that depends on the quantity of water used by the machine and the water hardness setting you’ve set.
What if I don’t descale my DeLonghi?
Descaling removes mineral buildup that can clog the machine and make it difficult to produce a good shot of espresso. This buildup can occur over time due to the calcium and magnesium in tap water. Mineral buildup can clog the machine and make it difficult to produce a good shot of espresso. Used regularly, the De’Longhi EcoDecalk machine descaler liquid significantly reduces the likelihood of premature breakdown from scale build-up, increases the energy efficiency, and improves the flavor and crema. Our ecological descaler made with lactic acid and is suitable for all espresso/coffee machines.
Why is my DeLonghi still blinking after descale?
If the descale light or message on your DeLonghi coffee machine is still on after you have descaled it, it’s likely that the user has not completely followed the instructions for a descale or it has not been carried out correctly. This can prevent the coffee machine from resetting the message or indicator light. Resetting the Descale Light After the descale solution runs through, the machine expects you to run multiple tanks of fresh water through it. If the rinse wasn’t finished, the light won’t turn off. Fill the tank with clean water. Run at least 12 oz cycles repeatedly until the add-water light comes on.If the DeLonghi Magnifica S descaling light stays on, it likely means the descaling and rinsing cycles were not completed correctly . Try restarting the machine, or repeat the descaling cycle using only water and ensure you fill the water tank to the max level for the final rinses.
What happens if I don’t descale my DeLonghi?
Descaling removes mineral buildup that can clog the machine and make it difficult to produce a good shot of espresso. This buildup can occur over time due to the calcium and magnesium in tap water. Mineral buildup can clog the machine and make it difficult to produce a good shot of espresso. Water descalers can help reduce scale buildup in some homes, but they are not a complete solution for hard water problems. Their effectiveness varies depending on your water’s hardness level, pipe material, and overall household needs.