DeLonghi CAM51035M True Brew Drip Coffee Maker User Manual
IN THE BOX
- A. Beans container and pre-ground coffee lid
- B. Pre-ground coffee funnel
- C. Beans container
- D. Pre-ground coffee funnel seat
- E Water tank lid
- F. Water tank
- G. Control panel
- H. Coffee spout
- I. Infuser
- L. Tray assemble
- M. Cup holder
- N. Cup tray
- O. Drip tray water level indicator
- P. Disposal water container
- Q. Coffee grounds container
- R. Drip tray
- S. Carafe
- T. Ground coffee measuring spoon
- U. Total Hardness indicator paper test
CONTROL PANEL
- On/Off button
- Size selector button
- Type selector button
- Brew button
- Settings menu button
- Scroll button
- Descale button
- Auto ON light
- AM/PM selector light
- General alarm
- Beans light
- Water tank light
- Ground container light
- Beep sound off light
- Temperature light
- Water hardness light
FIRST USE
Remove all stickers and clean all accessories with warm water and mild detergent and dry them. Priming the machine is only
required the first time out of the box.
- Connect the machine to the mains socket.
- Water tank light is on and the “brew” button blinks.
- Add water to the water tank up to the “max” level.
- Place a 7 fl oz (minimum) container under the coffee spouts.
Attention: Water will be delivered during the priming process. - Press the “brew” Button.
- Set the time: Press the Settings button and the AM light will turn on. Select using the Scroll button. Then use the Settings button to select hours and minutes. Press Scroll button until the desired time is displayed.
BREW
- Make sure the water tank is full of fresh water and turn on the machine.
- Add fresh beans into the bean container.
- Select the size of your beverage by pressing “size” button.
- Select the Strength of your beverage by pressing the ”type” button. See about “over ice” and on page 7 and 8.
- Place a cup under the spouts. Use the Cup holder for smaller cups.
- Press “brew” to start Brewing. The delivery is complete when the Brew button stops blinking.
Espresso Style:
Recipe inspired by the famous Italian Espresso, brewed with higher pressure and topped with a layer of nut-brown crema.
USING PREGROUND COFFEE
- To use preround coffee, select the desired beverage size by pressing “size” button. With this function you can only brew 3oz, 8oz, 12oz, 16oz.
- Press the “type” button until lights up.
- Press brew and will start blinking.
- Add the preround coffee into the funnel.
- 1-2 measuring scoop for Espresso Style (3 oz)
- 2 measuring scoops for 8 oz coffee
- 3 measuring scoops for 12oz and16oz coffee.
- Once preround coffee is added, press “brew” button to start brewing.
OVER ICE
- Select the Size of your beverage.
- Select Over Ice by pressing “type” button until “over ice” light comes on.
- Press “brew” button: the strength and preround options start blinking.
- Press “type” button to select the desired strength.
- Place a cup fi lled half way with ice cubes under the coffee spouts.
- Press “brew” to start brewing. Add more ice cubes once coffee delivery is ended. If you selected preground option, add now the ground coffee into the funnel and press “brew” again to start delivery.
AUTO ON
With the Auto On function you can set your machine to brew your beverage at a certain time.
- Press until the light starts blinking.
- Press The 2 will stay steady on.
- Press You can now proceed to select your beverage size using the button and the strength (light, gold, bold) using the button
- Press to confirm. The time will start blinking.
- Use the button to change the time and the to switch from hours to minutes.
- Press to confirm and save the parameters. You will see the steady on. Remember to place a cup under the coffee spouts.
Please note: once the coffee is brewed, the auto on function turnes off. To turn on or off the Auto on fuction with the saved parameters just press and hold the for 3 seconds.
CLEANING
Keeping your machine clean will improve quality of the beverage and life span of the machine. When the light turns on, it’s time to clean the ground container.
- Open the Tray assemble.
- Remove and clean ground container and water container.
- Empty and clean the driptray.
- Even if the (ground container light) is off, if the red indicator is raised, it means it is full of water. Please proceed with the cleaning process (steps 1, 2, 3).
MAINTENANCE
Once a month, clean the inside of the machine.
- Turn off the machine and open the Tray Assemble.
- Press the two red release buttons inwards and at the same time pull the infuser outwards.
- Soak the infuser in warm water for about 5 minutes, then rinse under the tap. Do not use any soap or detergent, as it might damage the unit.
- Clean the housing of any residues and push the infuser back in place until it clicks.
DESCALING
Promptly descale when the descale button lights up. Follow the step by step instruction in the User Manual, under the Descaling section. This process will take about 30 minutes and it’s necessary to ensure longevity of the machine and brewing quality. Frequency of the need of descaling depends on the hardness of the water you use. See next section.
SET WATER HARDNESS
Analyze the hardness of your water to set your machine accordingly.
- Dip the provided Total Hardness Indicator in a glass of water for one second and shake it.
- Wait a couple of minutes. Read the Indicator paper colors and compare with this table.
- Set water hardness on your machine by pressing the Settings Menu button, until the light is on.
- Press the Scroll button to select the level (1, 2, 3 or 4) based on your water hardness test results.
FAQS
Q: What type of coffee beans can I use with this machine?
A: The DeLonghi Prima Donna Elite can use any type of coffee beans you prefer. You have the flexibility to experiment with different roasts and flavors to find your favorite.
Q: Can I use pre-ground coffee with this machine?
A: Yes, the Prima Donna Elite has a bypass doser that allows you to use pre-ground coffee instead of whole beans. This is useful if you want to brew a different type of coffee without changing the beans in the hopper.
Q: How many drinks can I make with one water reservoir fill?
A: The water reservoir capacity of the Prima Donna Elite is approximately 1.8 liters, which is enough to make several drinks before needing to refill. The exact number of drinks will depend on the size and type of beverages you are making.
Q: Does this machine have a milk frother?
A: Yes, the Prima Donna Elite comes with an integrated milk frother. It allows you to create rich and creamy milk foam for various espresso-based drinks like cappuccinos and lattes.
Q: Can I customize the strength and size of the coffee?
A: Absolutely! This machine offers customization options for strength, temperature, and size of your coffee. You can adjust these settings according to your preferences using the intuitive control panel or the accompanying mobile app.
Q: How do I clean and maintain the machine?
A: The Prima Donna Elite has automatic cleaning and maintenance functions. It features a built-in rinsing, descaling, and milk cleaning program. Additionally, it has a removable brewing unit, drip tray, and water reservoir, which can be cleaned separately.
Q: Can I program the machine to make coffee at a specific time?
A: Yes, you can program the Prima Donna Elite to start brewing coffee at a specific time using its built-in timer function. This allows you to wake up to a freshly brewed cup of coffee.