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NOTE: For household use only.
General Information
Drip Tray
Water Tank
Coffee Bean Container
Ready to Use!
Steam wand only available with models C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, and C7CEBBS2RS3
Cleaning Kit
Milk Pitcher
NOTE: Milk Pitcher is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3
C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3
C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3
NOTE: Some settings can be changed through the SmartHQ App.
NOTE: Coffee ground amounts and espresso volumes may vary depending on bean type and machine settings.
Espresso
Espresso is a full-flavored coffee drink served as a concentrated shot. Cappuccinos, Flat Whites, and Lattes are all made with an espresso shot.
Default setting: ~ 8-12-grams of coffee yields ~ 30 mL of espresso (1oz).
Lungo
The Lungo, or "long". This will create a cup that increases the amount of water and extraction time.
Default setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 100 mL of espresso (3.5oz)
Lungo is only included with model C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3.
Americano
This is a coffee brew sized drink. It is made by the addition of hot water over the single shot of espresso. Your machine will brew espresso first, dispose of the used grounds, and pour hot water on top through the same coffee spout. Please wait for all cycles to complete before enjoying your Americano.
Default Setting: Brew Espresso (~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 50 mL [1.5oz]) Add hot water on top (~ 100 mL [3.5oz]).
My Cup
When using the "My Cup" setting, the default is set to a Ristretto. This is similar to an espresso shot but is half the water volume. Often called a "short" espresso.
Default Setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 15 mL of espresso (½ oz).
The My Cup function can only be updated within the SmartHQ app.
Steam
Steam is used to heat up milk (or alternatives) and create microfoam for frothed milk drinks like Lattes and Cappuccinos.
Steam is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3
To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.
NOTE: The steam wand rotates to fit your preferred cup size.
Hot Water
The Hot Water function dispenses hot water from the spout or steam wand (C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3). Use this function when hot water is desired. No coffee is used during this function.
WiFi
Your espresso machine is WiFi compatible. See how to connect and use the SmartHQ app.
Add Water
The Add Water indicator appears when there is no water left in the tank or the tank is removed from the machine. If this occurs during a cycle, simply add water then press the button of the desired function to continue the current cycle.
Add/Stir Beans
The Add/Stir Beans indicator appears when there are no beans left in the coffee bean container or when beans are not sliding into the grinder, typically due to oily beans. Add ONLY whole coffee beans to the container.
NOTE: If machine runs out of coffee beans in the middle of the cycle, it might terminate the brew or produce a drink of reduced strength.
NOTE: An alert will clear after the beans are refilled and the user restarts a new brew.
NOTE: Oily beans are not recommended for automatic espresso machines. If beans do not easily slide down into the grinder, it means oil is present. Please stir beans in the hopper.
Check Brew Unit
Coffee Brewer and/or Service door are not in place or not properly installed.
Empty Waste
Empty Waste appears after 8 brews. Empty the waste basket and the alert will turn off. If the disposal drawer is open for more than 5 seconds, the counter is reset.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO ACCIDENTALLY THROW AWAY THE DISPOSAL BOX.
NOTE: Clean out, wash, and dry the Disposal Tray and Drip Tray before long periods of no use.
Descale
Descale alert will appear when it is time to run a descale cycle for best operation and life span of the machine.
Rinsing
An alert is on during automatic rinsing function which occurs on power ON after complete cool down.
Pump Airlock Condition
Pump may airlock (pull air in) when machine runs out of water. This condition may occur when the outside of the water tank is wet. Airlock is indicated by the Add Water alert paired with flashing Hot Water button.
To prime the pump, refill tank, dry off outside of tank, and run Hot Water function until air is cleared out of the system.
NOTE: Appearance may vary slightly by model.
NOTE: For household use only.
Coffee Grinder Knob
Add coffee beans to the coffee bean container. While grinding is occurring, adjust the coffee grinder knob to desired grind size. Align the desired grind circle to the arrow on the grinder top. Begin with medium setting and make incremental changes to grind size per taste.
The smallest circle is the smallest grind size and the largest circle is the largest grind size. The smaller the grind, the stronger the coffee. This may change if the grind settings are changed in the app.
NOTE: If machine runs out of coffee beans in the middle of the cycle it might terminate the brew or produce a drink of reduced strength.
NOTE: An alert will clear after the beans are refilled and the user restarts a new brew.
Removable Steam Wand
The steam wand is removable for easier cleaning. First turn as shown to disengage, then pull down. The stainless steel cover is also removable from the steam wand.
Adjustable Steam Wand and Coffee Spout
The steam wand rotates away from the coffee spout for easier use.
The coffee spout moves up and down to accommodate different size cups.
How to Turn on the Machine
Press the Power button to turn on the machine.
Espresso, Lungo, Americano, and My Cup Functions
NOTE: Make sure you have a coffee cup or container placed under the dispenser before using any function.
To use any function, press the desired button. All other buttons on the control panel will go dark, leaving the desired function and Power buttons illuminated. The espresso machine will start to grind the coffee beans. When the beans are ground, the espresso machine will dispense coffee.
NOTE: Lungo is only available with model C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3.
NOTE: The My Cup function can only be adjusted through the SmartHQ app. The default setting is Ristretto. See information on the SmartHQ app and how to connect to the WiFi.
Steam and Hot Water
To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.
NOTE: Steam function is only available with model C7CEBBS2RS3, C7CEBBS3RD3, & C7CEBBS4RW.
NOTE: Make sure you have a coffee cup or container placed under the steam wand before using either function.
Hot water will dispense when the Hot Water button is pressed. To stop the water dispensing press Hot Water again.
To use the Steam function, press the Steam button to initiate the process. The Steam Wand Light will start flashing. While steam is preheating a small amount of water or steam may purge into drip tray. Point steam wand towards drip tray. Do not introduce milk until steam is preheated. To stop the steam dispensing press Steam again.
NOTE: No coffee beans are used for this function.
NOTE: Hot Water comes out of steam wand if present. Hot water comes out of spout for models without the steam wand.
Custom Dispense Amount
Press and hold any of the function buttons for 3 seconds until 2 beeps sound.
The machine will begin to dispense for the selected function.
To choose a new dispense volume, press the function button again. The machine will stop. 2 more beeps will sound and the new dispense volume will be set. The machine will return to idle state.
NOTE: If no custom dispense amount is set, the maximum volume will be the custom dispense amount.
NOTE: Adjustable volume ranges are different for each function. For detailed volume options, refer to the SmartHQ app.
NOTE: Changing the volume presets may alter the flavor and strength of the coffee.
NOTE: The Americano function has a different volume adjustment style. Hold for 3 seconds to start adjusting, then press once for coffee and again for water volume change. For other functions the selection happens only once.
NOTE: Pump may airlock (pull air in) when machine runs out of water. This condition may occur when the outside of the water tank is wet. Airlock is indicated by the Add Water alert paired with flashing Hot Water button. To prime the pump, refill tank, dry off outside of tank, and run Hot Water function until air is cleared out of the system.
Allow heating element to completely cool to avoid risk of fire or injury and disconnect power prior to cleaning or service.
To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.
Cleaning the Espresso Machine
Cleaning the Coffee Brewer and Service Area
The service area will get dirty over time with excess coffee grounds.
Descaling Process
DO NOT use any cleaning agents not provided with the product or recommended in this manual.
NOTE: If descale is not properly completed, machine may timeout and return to Powered ON state. This will affect the quality of the coffee until all cleaning solution is removed as well as the quality of descaling process. Run descale again.
NOTE: During descaling the machine will dispense continuously as well as pulse dispense for a better cleaning.
STAGE 1:
STAGE 2:
System Emptying
The System Emptying process empties the system of all water. Use this function when storing the machine for long periods.
Checking Your Water Hardness
Included with the machine is a Water Hardness Test Kit. Please follow the instructions on the package using the water you plan to use to make espresso. Once you have gathered your results, please refer to the SmartHQ app to set your water hardness level.
Your espresso machine can be used to make an unlimited number off espresso-based drinks. Frothed milk drinks like Cappuccinos and Lattes are classics enjoyed by many.
Make sure to brew espresso BEFORE using steam. Steam function requires higher temperatures than espresso and brewing espresso immediately after Steaming will affect the taste of espresso.
Problem | Cause | Solution |
Appliance does not work/does not turn on | No power is connected to the appliance. |
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No or delayed response from pressing buttons on control panel. | Panel may be dirty or wet. | Unplug the machine and clean the panel with cloth provided and ensure panel is dry. |
Electromagnetic interference. | Unplug the machine. Wait a few minutes then plug back in. | |
Coffee is not hot enough | Cup is not preheated. | Run hot water into the cup and swirl it lightly around to heat up the cup before brewing espresso. |
The coffee brewer is too cold. | Dispense hot water to warm up the coffee brewer. | |
Coffee does not come out of spout | Excessive scale has built up. | Descale the appliance as directed. |
Empty system function may have been used. | Run the hot water function until water starts dispensing. | |
Pump airlock (air in the water pump). | Run the hot water function until water starts dispensing. | |
Something is blocking the spout. | Run the hot water function until water starts dispensing. | |
Coffee is dispensing slower than normal | The coffee grounds are too fine. | Adjust the coffee grinder so the grounds are slightly larger or until the water flow is back to normal. |
Espresso shot has no crema | The coffee grounds are too coarse. | Adjust coffee bean grind size to a smaller setting during grinding operation. |
Coffee beans are not fresh. | Change or use appropriate coffee beans. | |
Brew temperature is incorrect for this type of coffee. | Connect appliance to SmartHQ app and change temperature. | |
Steam wand is not making enough microfoam | The steam wand is dirty or something is blocking the output. | Refer to Care and Cleaning section. |
The machine needs to be descaled. | Follow the directions to descale the appliance. | |
Improper form or technique. | Refer to the Tips section. | |
Appliance takes too long to heat up | Excessive scale has built up. | Follow the directions to descale the appliance. |
Water tank is empty but "Add Water" alert does not show up. | Water sensor is detecting water on the outside of the water tank. |
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Internal Drip Tray is filled with large amount of water | Coffee powder is too fine, coffee can not pass through grounds. | Adjust coffee bean grind size to a larger setting during grinding operation. |
Restriction in the coffee or steam nozzle. | Check for restrictions. | |
Too much hard water scale building on the internal tubing. | Descale the appliance. | |
"Add/Stir Coffee Beans" indicator on but hopper still contains lots of coffee beans. | Internal coffee outlet is blocked. | Clean the coffee grinder shoot. Refer to the "Cleaning the Coffee Brewer and Service Area". |
Beans are too oily and do not slide freely into the grinder. | Stir the beans in the container to allow them to slide down and avoid using oily beans if possible. | |
Grinder is making a very loud sharp noise | There are foreign objects in the grinder. | Stop operations and call service. |
Appliance disposes of unused coffee grounds without brewing coffee. | The function was canceled before completing or power outage during brew cycle. | |
Bean container is empty and grind amount did not meet standards for good strength espresso. The shot was disposed. Oily beans can also get stuck and result in insufficient grounds. | Refill coffee bean container. | |
Coffee dispensed is watery | Commonly occurs on first brewing cycle. | Optimize the coffee extraction with the next brew. |
Coffee brewer is dirty. | Remove the coffee brewer and clean. | |
Grinder setting is too coarse. |
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Low on coffee beans. | Refill coffee bean container. | |
Coffee Brewer cannot be removed | Coffee brewer not in neutral position. |
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Disposal Drawer cannot be removed | Disposal Drawer can only be removed when the appliance is not mid-function. | Turn off the machine or wait until current function is complete before attempting to remove the disposal drawer. |
Internal drip tray is filled with water | The coffee grounds are too fine. | Adjust the coffee grinder so the grounds are larger. |
No steam or hot water is coming out of the steam wand. | The hole in the spout is clogged. | Stop the cycle, unplug the machine, clear the steam wand spout using the cleaning tool as directed. |
Steam or hot water have stopped dispensing mid-process. | Water tank is empty. | Refill the water tank to continue process. |
The function was cancelled early. | Restart the function. | |
Poor crema formation and weak espresso. | High altitude affects boiling point and extraction. | Adjustments may be made using the SmartHQ app for high altitude settings. |
WiFi Connect
Press and hold the Espresso and Americano buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to turn on the WiFi function. The espresso maker will beep to confirm the action and the WiFi icon will appear on the screen. WiFi icon will flash on UI. When the machine is successfully connected to WiFi the WiFi icon will go solid.
Follow the directions in the SmartHQ app to continue WiFi setup.
NOTE: To disconnect from WiFi, follow the same steps. The WiFi icon will disappear.
NOTE: Connecting the machine may take multiple attempts.
NOTE: In case of loss of power or connection, the machine may take a up to five minutes to reconnect to WiFi.
SmartHQ App
Your Espresso Maker is WiFi Connect Enabled. A WiFi communication card is built into the product allowing it to communicate with your Smart Phone for remote monitoring, control, and notifications.
Please visit geappliances.com/ge/connected-appliances/ to learn more about connected appliance features and to learn what connected appliance App's will work with your Smart Phone.
CAFÉ WEBSITE
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Café Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great Café Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience. cafeappliances.com
In Canada: cafeappliances.ca
REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE
Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. cafeappliances.com/register
In Canada, service.geappliances.ca/servicio/en_CA/
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today 24 hours every day. cafeappliances.com/parts
In Canada: geappliances.ca/parts-filters-accessories
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
CONTACT US
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Café Appliances, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager,
General Manager, Customer Relations | GE Appliances, Appliance Park | Louisville, KY 40225 cafeappliances.com/contact
In Canada: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. | Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane | Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
cafeappliances.ca/support/contact-us
Product Registration
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label on the back of the machine.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time. Save these instructions for reference. The appliance is designed for domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.
To avoid the risk of injury, do not open the brew chamber during the brew process.
Power Cord
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
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