DeLonghi Espresso Machines
13 fault codes documented
Alarm displayed – General alarm condition
The control panel is showing an alarm, indicating a condition that requires attention. More specific details can be found in the manual.
Descaling light flashing – Appliance needs descaling
The machine has detected that it needs to be descaled. Descaling is important to remove mineral build-up and maintain optimal performance.
Descaling light solid – Descaling cycle in progress
The machine is currently in the process of running a descaling cycle. This is a normal operational state during the descaling procedure.
ECO light on – Energy Saving mode active
The machine is currently operating in 'Energy Saving' mode, which helps reduce power consumption. This is a normal and intended operational state.
Espresso light on – Delivering coffee
The machine is actively dispensing one or two cups of espresso coffee. This is a normal operational state after selecting your desired coffee.
Grounds container light flashing – Grounds container full
The grounds container is full of spent coffee pucks and needs to be emptied before the machine can continue operation.
Grounds container light solid – Grounds container missing
The grounds container (drip tray and spent coffee container) is not properly inserted into the machine or is completely missing.
Light flashing – Machine heating up or rinse cycle in progress
The appliance is currently heating up or performing a rinse cycle. This is a normal operational status of the machine.
Long coffee light on – Delivering long coffee
The machine is actively dispensing one or two cups of long coffee. This is a normal operational state after selecting your desired coffee.
Steam light flashing – Turn the steam dial
The steam function has been selected, but the steam dial is not in the correct position or needs to be turned to initiate steam delivery.
Steam light solid – Steam function selected
The machine is ready for or actively using the steam function. This is a normal operational state when steam is needed.
Water tank light flashing – Not enough water
The water level in the tank is too low for the machine to operate. It needs to be refilled before use.
Water tank light solid – Water tank missing
The water tank is not properly inserted into the machine or is completely missing. The machine cannot operate without it.