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If the red light on your DeLonghi Magnifica S automatic coffee maker is flashing, this is usually a sign that you need to descale the machine. Here you can find out what else can be behind the flashing and how to fix it.
DeLonghi Magnifica S red lamp flashing: Limescale in the machine
A fully automatic coffee maker like the DeLonghi Magnifica S is full of technology. Fortunately, you can usually identify the fault quite easily. Most of the time, you just need to descale the machine.
- Depending on the water hardness in your household, you should descale DeLonghi Magnifica S differently often. If you do not do this, limescale can build up on the appliance and shorten the life of the coffee machine.
- Generally, the harder the water, the more often the lamp of your L DeLonghi Magnifica S will light up red. You must then start the descaling programme.
- In order to start descaling, the machine must be switched on. You will also need a special descaling liquid.
- Also refer to the manufacturer’s instructions before starting the descaling process.
A red lamp also flashes during these error messages
If descaling was successful but the red lamp is still flashing, then a defect in the DeLonghi Magnifica S coffee machine may also be to blame:
- Sometimes air in the water filter can cause a red light to flash. You can then remove the filter and press out the air or simply insert a new filter.
- In addition, a defect in a circuit board can lead to an error message. However, it is better not to fix this yourself, but to take the unit for repair.
- If the red light flashes on a new machine, you can try rinsing the brewing unit with hot water. Wipe it dry well afterwards.
- If all these tips do not help, you should take the machine to a workshop. Do not tamper with the machine yourself.
