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Cleaning your EQ.500 coffee machine.

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Check-out how to daily care and clean your EQ 500 coffee machine.

Note:

  • Before cleaning the appliance, pull out the mains plug. Never immerse the appliance in water.
  • The appliance will rinse itself automatically if you switch it on when it is cold or switch it off after it has dispensed coffee.
  • If the appliance is cold when switched on or if it is switched off after dispensing coffee, it rinses automatically. The system is therefore self-cleaning.
  • If the appliance has not been used for a prolonged period of time (e.g. while you are on holiday), clean the entire appliance thoroughly, including the coffee outlet, water tank, milk system, brewing unit and trays.

How to clean your EQ.500 coffee machine brewing unit.

The brewing unit should be removed regularly for cleaning additionally to the automatic cleaning process.

How to clean the brewing unit of your EQ.500 coffee machine.

For maximum coffee enjoyment, be sure to regularly clean the brewing unit of your Siemens EQ.500 coffee machine by following the steps in this video. Or scroll down for a detailed step-by-step guide.

Getting started:

  • Press to switch the appliance off.
  • Open the door of the brewing chamber.

Starting the cleaning process:

  • Remove the drip tray with the coffee dregs container.
  • Push the red lever upwards.

Cleaning the brewing unit:

Hold the brewing unit by the handly and carefully pull forwards and out.

Clean the brewing unit thoroughly under warm running water.

Cleaning the appliance interior:

  • Clean the appliance interior with a damp cloth and remove any coffee residues.
  • Leave the brwing unit and the appliance interior to dry.

Reinserting the brewing unit:

  • Hold the brewing unit by the handle.
  • Push the red lever upwards.
  • Position the brewing unit under the lever and slide it back as far as it will go. The lever will click back into place.

Reinserting the drip tray:

  • Insert the drip tray with the coffee dregs container.
  • Close the door. The door can only be closed if the brewing unit and drip tray are inserted correctly.

Note:

  • Allow the hot appliance parts to cool down before touching them.
  • Do not use washing up liquid.
  • Do not use cleaning agents containing vinegar or acids.
  • Do not clean in the dishwasher.

Service programmes for EQ.500

EQ.500 provides dedicated service programmes to support the cleaning and maintenance process of your Siemens EQ.500 coffee machine.

Accessories and cleaning products

Discover the Siemens coffee machine accessories to get the best coffee experience. The range of essential accessories includes filters as well as delectable coffee beans or comfortable mugs. You’ll also find the right spare parts, descalers and cleaners to keep your appliances in top condition.

Coffee machine services by Siemens Service

Siemens Service provides a wide range of services for coffee machines. Please get in contact with Siemens Service to get more info about services, repairs and logistical processes and conditions.