Qilive Q.5164 Manual De Instrucciones página 10

7. TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem
There is rust on the metal
parts of the appliance.
Water leaks from the bottom
of the espresso machine.
Water leaks from the sides
of the filter.
The coffee tastes sour.
Possible cause
The descaler used was
not suitable for espresso
machines. The descaler was
too strong and corroded the
metal parts.
The drip tray is full.
Malfunction in the appliance.
There are coffee grounds
around the rim of the filter.
The filter is overfilled.
The portafilter is not properly
locked into the brew head.
The first flush and steam
operation was not performed
before the first use.
■ The coffee grounds are
expired or have turned
bad.
■ The coffee grounds
have been stored in a
hot, wet place for a long
time.
The espresso machine
needs descaling.
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Possible solution
Use a commercially
available descaler suitable
for espresso machines.
Empty and clean the drip
tray regularly.
Unplug the appliance
and contact your nearest
authorised service centre to
arrange a repair.
Remove loose coffee
grounds around the rim of
the filter before inserting
the portafilter onto the brew
head.
Do not fill coffee grounds
above the rim of the filter.
Fill coffee grounds evenly
and level with the rim of
the filter, and then tamp
the coffee grounds with the
tamper.
Ensure the portafilter is
properly inserted into the
brew head in the "INSERT"
position, and then turn the
handle to the right until it
reaches the "LOCKED"
position.
Follow the instructions in
BEFORE FIRST USE.
■ Use fresh coffee
grounds.
■ Store unopened coffee
in a cool, dry place.
■ After opening a coffee
package, reseal it
tightly and store it in
the fridge to maintain
its freshness.
See DESCALING in
CLEANING AND CARE.