English7387.13 First Use - Use after a LongPeriod of InactivityRefill the machine (follow the instructions above).Connect the plug of the appliance to the mains (seesection "Connection to the Electric Network").For a perfect Espresso: rinse the coffee circuit if using themachine for the first time or after a long period ofinactivity.These simple operations will allow you to always brewexcellent coffee.They have to be performed:• at first start-up;• when the machine remains inactive for a long time (morethan 2 weeks).7.13.1 After a Period of InactivityEmpty the water tank, wash and rinse it and fill it withfresh water (see section "Filling the Water Tank").Place a large container under the dispensing spout.Press the "Coffee" button to start brewing. The machinestarts brewing coffee from the dispensing spout. Wait untilbrewing has been completed and empty the container.Repeat the brewing process 3 times.Place a container under the hot water wand.Press the "Hot Water" button to start dispensing HOTWATER.When the hot water dispensing procedure has beencompleted, empty the container.The machine is now ready for use.7.14 Washing the Parts cominginto Contact with FoodRinse all the parts coming into contact with food.• Thoroughly wash your hands.• Prepare a chlorine-based, antibacterial disinfecting solution(the products can be purchased at the chemist's) followingthe concentrations indicated on the product.• Remove all product containers from the appliance.• Remove the container lids and product chutes. Immerseall these parts in the previously prepared solution.