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light 7 flashes

Ground Coffee light flashes — Ground coffee not added or funnel clogged

DeLonghi · ESAM4200 Espresso Machine

What does light 7 flashes mean?

This light indicates that the ground coffee function was selected, but no ground coffee was added to the funnel, or the funnel itself is blocked.

Common Causes

  • No ground coffee added to the funnel after selecting the pre-ground coffee function.
  • Ground coffee funnel is clogged.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    If using ground coffee, ensure you add the correct amount to the funnel after selecting the ground coffee function.

  2. 2

    If the funnel is clogged, empty it using a knife as described in the manual (Fig. 20).

  3. 3

    Avoid adding more than one level measure of pre-ground coffee to prevent clogging.

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Source: DeLonghi ESAM4200 Espresso Machine
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