In a fully automatic coffee maker, the coffee is prepared under high pressure in a short time, whereas with a classic filter coffee maker, the water flows through a filter with coffee grounds without pressure at approx. 92°C. Due to the pressure in a fully automatic coffee maker, the aromatic compounds are released very rapidly and, with the shorter brewing time, there are less bitter components in the coffee, rendering the coffee milder and with a fuller aroma. A classic filter coffee maker, on the other hand, requires more time to release the full aroma.
The grinder in your Melitta® CAFFEO® fully automatic coffee maker consists of high-quality stainless steel and is therefore particularly durable.Where can I buy the appliances?
You can purchase our fully automatic coffee makers in electronic special trade and well-sorted retailers.
Find your nearest retailer here.
CAFFEO® Bistro = € 599,--*
CAFFEO® Lounge = € 799,--*
CAFFEO® Lattea® = € 499,--*
CAFFEO® Solo® = € 399,--*
*recommended shelf price
The guarantee period lasts 24 months. The appliance was designed and built for use in private households. The Melitta household products GmbH & Co. KG guarantees 7,000 brewing operations, or 3,500 brewings per year. Should there have been a greater number of brewings, we will assume that the appliance has been used commercially. In this case, the guarantee period is reduced to 12 months.
In case of a warranty claim, the appliance will be free repaired in our service station in Minden. Outside of warranty you can also use our low-cost service.
Please contact our hotline for detailed information: (your number please)
The most important factor for obtaining a firm, fine-pored milk froth is the protein content of the milk. It should be of at least 3.3 g per 100 ml of milk, ideally higher. The fat content is decisive only for the full-bodied flavour.
By turning the coffee quantity regulator, you can adjust the coffee quantity variably between 30 ml and 220 ml. Turn the regulator to the left to have less coffee. Turn it to the right to increase the quantity of coffee.
Our accessories can be found in all electronic stores where our fully automatic coffee makers are sold.
Why isn't there any coffee running out of the coffee spout?
a) Your brewing unit may be clogged.
Remove the brewing unit according to the instructions and thoroughly clean the metal sieve in the brewing unit under warm water. Feel the surface of the sieve to see if there is any coffee grounds residue. Then reinsert the brewing unit into the appliance. Open and close the lid of the ground coffee chute and dispense another coffee.
b) The coffee beans may not be sliding down.
Please check if there are enough coffee beans in the bean container.
If the brewing unit does not contain enough coffee grounds, not enough pressure can build up, and this can cause the coffee grounds to float up and clog the sieve.
c) The grinder setting may be too fine.
Set the lever of your grinder to coarse and adjust the setting again after approx. 500 - 1,000 preparation processes.
The regulator has apparently been turned past the stop and has gotten stuck. Try to loosen the regulator by forcibly turning it back again (if the regulator pointer is set to minimum, turn the regulator clockwise; if the regulator pointer is set to maximum, turn it counter clockwise). If the regulator can be turned again and has an end stop at min. and max., it is functional again.
Perhaps the beans are not sliding down into the grinder. This can be caused by oily beans. Wipe out the bean container with a slightly moistened cloth and a mild commercial dishwashing liquid. You can also try tapping lightly against the bean container.
For the CAFFEO® Bistro / CAFFEO Lounge® / CAFFEO® CI®:
Check if the rocker lever on the Bean Select is pointing at one of the bean container chambers. Move it carefully from one position to the other.
a) The brewing unit may not be correctly locked.
Check whether the handle for the locking mechanism is correctly engaged.
b) The drive may not be in the right position.
Switch the appliance OFF and ON again. Then press simultaneously the button for single-cup dispensing and the button for two-cup dispensing for longer than 2 seconds. The drive will move into position. Reinsert the brewing unit and ensure that it is correctly locked into place.
Not enough or no coffee has been ground. Fill the bean container with new coffee beans and then start a new brewing operation.
Slowly fill water into the water reservoir of your Melitta® CAFFEO®. Make sure that no air bubbles form on the float at the lower right-hand side of the water reservoir. The float must rise as water is filled. Make sure that the water reservoir is correctly inserted. The water reservoir must lock at the back of the fixture and the inscription on the water reservoir needs to be showing outwards.
Please empty the drip tray and the coffee grounds container. Make sure that your appliance is turned on during the process. If the symbol is still illuminated after emptying, it is possible that a coffee bean is stuck behind the drip tray. Unplug the appliance and clean it carefully on the inside.
a) There may be coffee residues, such as coffee oils, in the brewing unit. Please clean the brewing unit under running water. Pay close attention to coffee deposits on the sieve. If necessary, clean the brewing unit using a Melitta® PerfectCLEAN cleaning tab (click here to download our "getting started" documentation on cleaning).
b) The appliance may be calcified.
Decalcify your appliance using the integrated decalcifying programme (click here to download our "getting started" documentation for decalcifying). Use the Melitta® AntiCALC decalcifying agent. It is precisely designed for your appliance and removes calcification thoroughly and gently.
c) Have you used a different type of coffee?
Our recommendation: Use high-quality products, such as Melitta® BellaCrema® beans.
a) The first coffee brewed after starting up the appliance or after cleaning always tastes a little weak, because less coffee is ground. We therefore recommend to discard the first cup of coffee and to prepare a fresh one.
b) The beans may not be sliding down.
Make sure that there are enough coffee beans in the container.
c) The grinder setting may be too coarse.
Adjust the grinding fineness to a finer setting during the grinding process.
d) Have you used a different type of coffee?
Our recommendation: Use high-quality products, such as Melitta® BellaCrema® beans. For espresso, we recommend our high quality espresso beans.
a) The coffee strength may be set too high.
Reduce the coffee strength by pressing the button with the bean symbol or increase the water quantity by turning the control dial clockwise.
b) The grinder setting may be set too fine.
Adjust the grinding fineness to a coarser setting during the grinding process.
c) Have you used a different type of coffee?
Our recommendation: Use high-quality products, such as Melitta® BellaCrema® beans. For a milder coffee, we recommend Melitta® BellaCrema® Speciale.
CAFFEO® Bistro: Simultaneously press the button for single-cup dispensing and the button for steam dispensing until all four buttons are faintly illuminated.
Press the button for single-cup dispensing to switch between three possible brewing temperatures.
CAFFEO® LATTEA® / SOLO®: Simultaneously press the button for single-cup dispensing and the button for two-cup dispensing . Press the button for single-cup dispensing four times to call the menu for brewing temperature. The symbol for cleaning flashes. Press the button for brewing strength to select between three possible brewing temperatures.
CAFFEO® CI®: Call up the main menu by pressing and holding the Rotary Switch and then choose your desired drink from the menu "My Coffee". Under the menu item "temperature" you can select your desired brewing temperature.
