What To Know
- Clean the steam wand using the provided cleaning tool or a descaling solution.
- Ensure a cleaning tablet is placed in the designated compartment.
- A red blinking light usually indicates a critical issue, such as a clogged coffee outlet or a faulty steam valve.
If your Delonghi coffee maker is blinking, it’s trying to communicate with you. Understanding these blinks is crucial to diagnosing and resolving any issues. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you decipher your coffee maker’s Morse code.
1. Blinking Power Button
#Single Blink: Empty Water Tank
- Solution: Fill the water tank to the designated level.
#Two Blinks: Portafilter Not Properly Inserted
- Solution: Remove and reinsert the portafilter, ensuring it’s securely locked in place.
#Three Blinks: Descaling Required
- Solution: Run a descaling cycle using the manufacturer’s recommended solution.
2. Blinking “Brew” Button
#Single Blink: Grind Size Too Coarse
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a finer setting.
#Two Blinks: Grind Size Too Fine
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a coarser setting.
#Three Blinks: Blockage in Coffee Outlet
- Solution: Clean the coffee outlet using a paperclip or toothpick.
3. Blinking “Steam” Button
#Single Blink: Steam Boiler Not Primed
- Solution: Turn off the coffee maker and allow it to cool down. Fill the water tank and turn it back on.
#Two Blinks: Steam Wand Clogged
- Solution: Clean the steam wand using the provided cleaning tool or a descaling solution.
#Three Blinks: Faulty Steam Valve
- Solution: Contact Delonghi customer support for repair or replacement.
4. Blinking “Clean” Button
#Single Blink: Cleaning Cycle Required
- Solution: Run a cleaning cycle using the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning solution.
#Two Blinks: Cleaning Tablet Not Detected
- Solution: Ensure a cleaning tablet is placed in the designated compartment.
#Three Blinks: Cleaning Cycle Interrupted
- Solution: Restart the cleaning cycle and ensure it’s not interrupted.
5. Blinking “Descale” Button
#Single Blink: Descaling Cycle Required
- Solution: Run a descaling cycle using the manufacturer’s recommended solution.
#Two Blinks: Descaling Solution Not Detected
- Solution: Ensure the descaling solution is added to the water tank.
#Three Blinks: Descaling Cycle Interrupted
- Solution: Restart the descaling cycle and ensure it’s not interrupted.
6. Blinking “Espresso” Button
#Single Blink: Espresso Grind Size Too Coarse
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a finer setting.
#Two Blinks: Espresso Grind Size Too Fine
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a coarser setting.
#Three Blinks: Espresso Basket Not Properly Inserted
- Solution: Remove and reinsert the espresso basket, ensuring it’s securely locked in place.
7. Blinking “Cappuccino” Button
#Single Blink: Cappuccino Grind Size Too Coarse
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a finer setting.
#Two Blinks: Cappuccino Grind Size Too Fine
- Solution: Adjust the grind size to a coarser setting.
#Three Blinks: Cappuccino Frother Not Properly Attached
- Solution: Remove and reattach the cappuccino frother, ensuring it’s securely connected.
“Why Is My Delonghi Coffee Maker Blinking?” FAQ
Q: Why is my coffee maker blinking red?
A: A red blinking light usually indicates a critical issue, such as a clogged coffee outlet or a faulty steam valve.
Q: Why is my Delonghi coffee maker blinking orange?
A: An orange blinking light typically signifies a descaling or cleaning cycle requirement.
Q: Why does my Delonghi coffee maker keep blinking after cleaning?
A: Ensure the cleaning cycle was completed uninterrupted and that all cleaning solution has been removed from the system.
