20 ENGLISHAQUACLEAN WATER FILTERThe AquaClean filter is designed to reduce limescale build-up inside themachine and to provide filtered water in order to preserve the coffeearoma and flavour in each cup. By using the series of 8 AquaClean filters asindicated in this user manual, you will not need to descale the machine for2 years or for the next 5000 cups (with 100-ml capacity).Note:Replace the AquaClean filter when the filter icon on the display startsflashing. Replace the AquaClean filter at least each 3 months, even if themachine is yet to inform you that it needs to be replaced.After the machine has been used for a given time, it will require the filter tobe replaced. This will allow you to replace the filter 8 times (equal to about5000* beverages!) before having to descale the machine.(*) Using 100-ml cups.Preparing and Installing the AquaClean Filter1 Remove the AquaClean filter from its packaging. Shake it for about 5seconds. Immerse the AquaClean filter upside down in a carafe full ofcold water and wait for the air bubbles to come out.2 Put the AquaClean filter into the empty water tank. You can leave thesmall water filter in place.Press the AquaClean filter down until it cannot move any further.