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USER MANUAL

Type HD8761, HD8764, HD8861
Read carefully before using the machine.
Register your product and get support at
www.saeco.com/welcome
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    USER MANUAL Type HD8761, HD8764, HD8861 Read carefully before using the machine. Register your product and get support at www.saeco.com/welcome...

  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
  • Page 3 CAUTION This appliance is for household use only. Any servicing, other than cleaning and user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized service center. Do not immerse machine in water. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not disassemble the machine. There are no parts inside the machine serviceable by the user.
  • Page 4 Congratulations on your purchase of a Saeco Minuto Classic Milk Frother fully automatic coff ee machine! To fully benefi t from the support that Saeco off ers, please register your product at www.saeco.com/welcome. The machine is made for preparing espresso coff ee using whole coff ee beans and for dispensing steam and hot water.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    “INTENZA+” Water Filter Installation .................... 18 Replacing the “INTENZA+” Water Filter ..................20 ADJUSTMENTS ....................21 Saeco Adapting System ......................... 21 Adjusting the Ceramic Coff ee Grinder .................... 21 Adjusting the Aroma (Coff ee Strength) ..................22 Adjusting the Dispensing Spout ....................23 Adjusting the Coff ee Length ......................

  • Page 6: Important

    ENGLISH IMPORTANT Safety Instructions This machine is equipped with safety devices. Nevertheless, read and follow the safety instructions carefully and only use the machine properly as described in these instructions to avoid accidental injury or damage due to improper use of the machine.
  • Page 7 ENGLISH - before cleaning the machine. Pull on the mains plug, not on the power cord. Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands. • Do not use the machine if the mains plug, the power cord or the machine itself is damaged. •...

  • Page 8: Cautions

    ENGLISH Cautions • The machine is for household use only. It is not intended for use in environments such as canteens, staff kitchens of shops, offi ces, factories or other work environments. • Always put the machine on a fl at and stable surface. •...

  • Page 9: Compliance With Standards

    ENGLISH Compliance with Standards The machine complies with art.13 of the Italian Legislative Decree dated 25 July 2005, no. 151 “Implementation of the Directives 2005/95/EC, 2002/96/EC and 2003/108/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in elec- trical and electronic equipment, as well as waste disposal”.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION Product Overview 1 2 3...

  • Page 11: General Description

    ENGLISH General Description 1. Grinder adjustment knob 2. Coff ee bean hopper 3. Pre-ground coff ee compartment 4. Water tank + Lid 5. Coff ee bean hopper lid 6. Control panel 7. Coff ee dispensing spout 8. Full drip tray indicator 9.

  • Page 12: Preparing For Use

    ENGLISH PREPARING FOR USE Machine Packaging The original packaging has been designed and constructed to protect the machine during transport. We recommend keeping the packaging material for possible future transport. Machine Installation Remove the machine from the packaging. For best use, it is recommended to: •...
  • Page 13 ENGLISH Rinse the water tank with fresh water. Fill the water tank with fresh water up to the MAX level and reinsert it into the machine. Make sure it is fully inserted. Caution: Never fi ll the water tank with warm, hot, sparkling water or any other liquid, as this may cause damage to the water tank and the machine.
  • Page 14 ENGLISH Switch the power button to “I” to turn on the machine. The “ ” button fl ashes. To turn on the machine, simply press the “ ” button. Note: By keeping the button pressed for more than 8 seconds, the machine enters the demo mode.

  • Page 15: Using The Machine For The First Time

    ENGLISH USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME When using the machine for the fi rst time, the following activities need to happen: 1) You need to prime the circuit. 2) The machine will perform an automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle. 3) You need to perform a manual rinse cycle. Circuit Priming During this process, fresh water fl ows through the internal circuit of the machine and the machine warms up.

  • Page 16: Automatic Rinse/Self-Cleaning Cycle

    ENGLISH Automatic Rinse/Self-Cleaning Cycle When warm-up has been completed, the machine automatically performs a rinse/self-cleaning cycle of the internal circuits with fresh water. This takes less than a minute. Place a container under the coff ee dispensing spout to catch the small amount of water which will be dispensed.
  • Page 17 ENGLISH Check that the machine shows this display. To select the pre-ground coff ee brewing function, press the “ ” but- ton until this display is shown. Note: Do not add any pre-ground coff ee into the compartment. Press the " "...

  • Page 18: Measuring And Programming Water Hardness

    ENGLISH At the end of this operation, fi ll the water tank again up to the MAX level. Now the machine is ready to brew coff ee. The display on the left will be shown. Note: The automatic rinse/self-cleaning cycle starts when the machine has been in stand-by mode, or turned off , for more than 15 minutes.
  • Page 19 ENGLISH Check how many squares have changed colour to red and then refer to the table. Note: The numbers on the water hardness test strip correspond to the water hardness adjustment settings. More precisely: 1 = 1 (very soft water) 2 = 2 (soft water) 3 = 3 (hard water) 4 = 4 (very hard water)

  • Page 20: Intenza+" Water Filter Installation

    ENGLISH “INTENZA+” Water Filter Installation We recommend you to install the “INTENZA+” water fi lter as this prevents limescale build-up in your machine and preserves a more intense aroma of your coff ee. The “INTENZA+” water fi lter can be purchased separately. For further de- tails, please refer to the maintenance products page in this user manual.
  • Page 21 ENGLISH Put the “INTENZA+” water fi lter into the empty water tank. Press it down until it cannot move any further. Fill the water tank with fresh water and put it into the machine. Dispense all the water in the water tank by using the hot water func- tion (see the “Dispensing Hot Water”...

  • Page 22: Replacing The "Intenza+" Water Filter

    ENGLISH Replacing the “INTENZA+” Water Filter When the “INTENZA+” water fi lter needs to be replaced with a new one, this icon is displayed. Replace the “INTENZA+” water fi lter as described in the previous chap- ter. Press the “ ”...

  • Page 23: Adjustments

    The machine allows for certain adjustments so that you can brew the best tasting coff ee possible. Saeco Adapting System Coff ee is a natural product and its characteristics may change according to its origin, blend and roast. The machine is equipped with a self-adjusting system that allows the use of all types of coff ee beans available on the market, except for raw, caramelized and fl avoured coff ee beans.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Aroma (Coff Ee Strength)

    ENGLISH While the machine grinds coff ee, press and turn the grinder adjust- ment knob placed inside the coff ee bean hopper one notch at a time. Use the special coff ee grinder adjustment key supplied. You will taste the diff erence after brewing 2-3 cups of coff ee. The reference marks inside the coff ee bean hopper indicate the grind setting.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Dispensing Spout

    ENGLISH Adjusting the Dispensing Spout The height of the dispensing spout can be adjusted to better fi t the dimensions of the cups that you wish to use. Move the dispensing spout up or down with your fi ngers to adjust its height as shown in the fi gure.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Coff Ee Length

    ENGLISH Adjusting the Coff ee Length The machine allows you to adjust the amount of brewed coff ee according to your taste and the size of your cups. Each time the “ ” or “ ” button is pressed, the machine brews a pre-set amount of coff ee.

  • Page 27: Brewing Espresso And Coffee

    ENGLISH BREWING ESPRESSO AND COFFEE Before brewing coff ee, make sure that there are no warnings shown on the control panel, and that the water tank and coff ee bean hopper are fi lled. Brewing Espresso and Coff ee Using Coff ee Beans Place 1 or 2 cups under the dispensing spout.

  • Page 28: Brewing Espresso And Coff Ee Using Pre-Ground Coff Ee

    ENGLISH Brewing Espresso and Coff ee Using Pre-Ground Coff ee This function allows you to use pre-ground coff ee. With the pre-ground coff ee function you can only brew one coff ee at a time. Press the “ ” button one or more times to select the pre-ground cof- fee function.

  • Page 29: Dispensing Steam / Brewing Cappuccino

    ENGLISH DISPENSING STEAM / BREWING CAPPUCCINO Warning: Danger of burning! Dispensing may be preceded by small jets of hot water. The Classic Milk Frother may reach high temperatures. Never touch it with bare hands. Use the appropriate protective handle only. Fill 1/3 of a container with cold milk.

  • Page 30: Hot Water Dispensing

    ENGLISH Note: After pressing the “ ” button, it will take a few seconds before the ma- chine stops dispensing steam completely. Caution: After frothing milk, a small quantity of hot water must be dispensed into a container. Remove the external part of the Classic Milk Frother and wash it with lukewarm water.

  • Page 31: Cleaning And Maintenance

    ENGLISH This icon is displayed during the preheating time required by the machine. Pour the desired amount of hot water. To stop dispensing hot water, press the “ ” button. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Daily Cleaning of the Machine Caution: Timely cleaning and maintenance of your machine is very important as it prolongs the life of your machine.

  • Page 32: Daily Cleaning Of The Water Tank

    ENGLISH Remove the coff ee grounds drawer and empty it. Empty and clean the drip tray. Insert the coff ee grounds drawer back into the drip tray and place the drip tray back into the machine. Note: Empty and wash the drip tray also when the full drip tray indicator is raised. Daily Cleaning of the Water Tank Remove the small white fi lter or the “INTENZA+”...

  • Page 33: Daily Cleaning Of The Classic Milk Frother

    ENGLISH Daily Cleaning of the Classic Milk Frother It is important that you clean the Classic Milk Frother daily or after each use as this preserves hygiene and ensures perfect milk froth consistency. After frothing milk, a small quantity of hot water must be dispensed into a container.

  • Page 34: Weekly Cleaning Of The Brew Group

    ENGLISH Remove the upper part of the Classic Milk Frother from the steam/hot water wand. Wash the upper part of the Classic Milk Frother with fresh water. Clean the steam/hot water wand of the Classic Milk Frother with a wet cloth to remove milk residues.
  • Page 35 ENGLISH Open the service door. To remove the brew group, press the «PUSH» button and pull it by the handle. Pull it out horizontally without turning it. Thoroughly clean the coff ee duct outlet with the special cleaning tool supplied with the machine or with a spoon handle. Make sure that the cleaning tool is inserted as shown in the fi gure.
  • Page 36 ENGLISH Thoroughly wash the brew group with fresh, lukewarm water and care- fully clean the upper fi lter. Caution: Do not use detergent or soap to clean the brew group. Let the brew group air-dry thoroughly. Thoroughly clean the inside of the machine using a soft, dampened cloth.
  • Page 37 ENGLISH Make sure that the hook which locks the brew group is in the correct position. If it is still in the downward position push it upward until it locks correctly into place. Insert the coff ee residues drawer into its seat and ensure that it is cor- rectly in place.

  • Page 38: Monthly Lubrication Of The Brew Group

    ENGLISH Monthly Lubrication of the Brew Group Lubricate the brew group after approximately 500 cups of coff ee or once a month. The grease to lubricate the brew group can be purchased separately. For further details, please refer to the maintenance products page in this user manual.

  • Page 39: Monthly Cleaning Of The Brew Group With "Coff Ee Oil Remover

    The “Coff ee Oil Remover” tablets are to be used for cleaning only and do not have a descaling function. For the descaling procedure use the Saeco descaling solution and follow the procedure described in the “Descaling” chapter. Place a container under the dispensing spout.
  • Page 40 ENGLISH Put a “Coff ee Oil Remover” tablet in the pre-ground coff ee compart- ment. Press the “ ” button to select the pre-ground coff ee function without adding any pre-ground coff ee into the compartment. Press the “ ” button to start the coff ee brewing cycle. Wait until the machine has dispensed half a cup of water.

  • Page 41: Monthly Cleaning Of The Coff Ee Bean Hopper

    ENGLISH Wash the brew group thoroughly with fresh water. After rinsing the brew group, insert it back into its seat until it locks into place (see the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group” chapter). Insert the drip tray and the coff ee grounds drawer. Close the service door.

  • Page 42: Descaling

    In this case, repair is NOT covered by warranty. Warning: Use the Saeco descaling solution only. Its formula has been designed to ensure better machine performance. The use of other products may damage the machine and leave residues in the water.
  • Page 43 ENGLISH Remove the Classic Milk Frother from the steam/hot water wand. Press the “ ” button until this display is shown. Press the “ ” button to start the descaling process. Note: If you press the “ ” button by mistake, press the “ ”...
  • Page 44 ENGLISH Press the “ ” button to start the descaling cycle. The machine will start dispensing the descaling solution at regular intervals. The bar on the control panel shows the cycle progress. Note: The descaling cycle may be paused by pressing the “ ”...
  • Page 45 ENGLISH Press the “ ” button to start the rinse cycle. Note: The rinse cycle may be paused by pressing the “ ” button. To resume the cycle, press the “ ” button again. This allows you to empty the container or to leave the machine unattended for a short time.
  • Page 46 ENGLISH Remove the small white fi lter and replace the INTENZA+ water fi lter (if fi tted) in the water tank. Rinse it and fi ll it with fresh water up to the MAX level. Put it back into the machine. At the end of the descaling cycle, wash the brew group as described in the “Weekly Cleaning of the Brew Group”...

  • Page 47: Accidental Interruption Of The Descaling Cycle

    ENGLISH ACCIDENTAL INTERRUPTION OF THE DESCALING CYCLE Once the descaling process has started, it must be completed; do not turn off the machine mid-cycle. If the descaling process is accidentally interrupted (power failure or ac- cidental disconnection of the power cord), follow the steps below. Check that the power button is set to "I".

  • Page 48: Programming

    ENGLISH PROGRAMMING You can customise the machine's functions via the programming menu. The following settings can be adjusted Descaling Cycle This function allows you to run the descaling cycle. Water Hardness This function allows you to adjust the water hardness setting according to the area where you live.

  • Page 49: How To Program The Machine

    ENGLISH How to Program the Machine This example shows how to program the timer. Proceed in the same way to program the other functions. The programming menu can only be accessed when the machine is on and shows this display. Press the “...
  • Page 50 ENGLISH Once the value has been changed, the “OK” message appears. Press the “ ” button to confi rm the change. Press the “ ” button to exit programming. Note: The machine automatically exits programming mode if no button is pressed for 3 minutes. The values that have been changed but not confi rmed will not be saved.

  • Page 51: Meaning Of The Display Icons

    ENGLISH MEANING OF THE DISPLAY ICONS This machine is equipped with a colour-coded system to make the user’s understanding of the display signals easier. The icons are colour-coded according to the traffi c light principle. Ready Signals (Green Colour) The machine is ready to brew products. The machine is warming up to brew beverages or dispense hot water.
  • Page 52 ENGLISH Ready Signals (Green Colour) The machine is programming the amount of espresso to be brewed. The machine is programming the amount of coff ee to be brewed. Espresso brewing using pre-ground coff ee in progress. Coff ee brewing using pre-ground coff ee in progress.
  • Page 53 ENGLISH Warning Signals (Yellow Colour) The machine is warming up. The machine is performing the rinse cycle. Wait until the machine has com- pleted the cycle. The machine needs the "INTENZA+" water fi lter to be replaced. The brew group is being reset due to machine reset. Fill the coff ee bean hopper with coff ee beans and restart the cycle.
  • Page 54 For error codes 1 -3 - 4 - 5, please also refer to the “Troubleshooting” chapter. If the machine does not start, contact the Philips SAECO hotline in your coun- try and quote the error code shown on the display.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.saeco.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or con- tact the Philips Saeco hotline in your country. Contact details can be found in the warranty booklet packed separately or at www.saeco.com/support.
  • Page 56 ENGLISH Machine actions Causes Solutions The machine does not turn The machine is not connected to Connect the machine to the electric the electric network, or the power network and turn the power button button is in the “O” position. to the “I”...
  • Page 57 These problems can be considered normal if the coff ee blend has been changed or if the machine has just been installed. In this case, wait until the machine performs a self-adjusting operation as described in the "Saeco Adapting System" chapter.

  • Page 58: Energy Saving

    ENGLISH ENERGY SAVING Stand-by The Saeco fully automatic espresso coff ee machine is designed for energy saving, as proven by the Class A energy label. After 15 minutes of inactivity, the machine turns off automatically (unless a diff erent stand-by time has been programmed). If a product has been brewed, the machine performs a rinse cycle.

  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    We want to ensure that you remain satisfi ed with your machine. If you have not already done so, please register your purchase at www.saeco.com/welcome. This will enable us to stay in contact with you and send you cleaning and descaling reminders.

  • Page 60: Ordering Maintenance Products

    ENGLISH ORDERING MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS For cleaning and descaling, use Saeco maintenance products only. You can purchase the products at the Philips online shop at www.shop.philips.com/ service, from your local dealer or at authorised service centres. If you have any diffi culties obtaining maintenance products for your ma- chine, please contact the Philips Saeco hotline in your country.
  • Page 61 ENGLISH Coff ee Oil Remover CA6704 Maintenance Kit CA 6706...
  • Page 64 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes without prior notice. www.saeco.com/welcome...

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