DELONGHI DEDICA ALL the SETTINGS: EC680 EC685 EC885M

In this video, I go through all the settings on your Delonghi Dedica EC685 EC680 or EC885M espresso machine, including coffee temperature, water hardness, auto-off and volumetric dosing.
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0:00 Intro
0:51 Coffee Temperature
1:18 Water Hardness
1:39 Auto-off/Standby
2:15 Resetting machine to factory default
2:51 Volumetric Dosing
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[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

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[@Sunshine-Dragon]

When I unplug the machine are the settings still safed or does it only safe them while in on/standby mode?

[@PeterPrestonUK]

I've just received my first non-pod coffee machine which was influenced by your more than any other KZbinr. The Deduce just seems the best balance of functionality vs cost. I bought used, and despite them saying there were problems with it, I simply cleaned it before first use and it seems fine (but it was really gunked up). This video is going to be a great help in setting it up. Thanks!

[@unclebensrice4702]

Got one for Christmas this video was really helpful thanks Tom

[@sherifmahmoud6523]

I lost my user manual, you're video is much better than the manual, straight to the point and crystal clear, Thanks so much for this video

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You betcha, Sherif! Using videos is easier than the instruction booklet anyway, I find. Cheers!

[@rmabgoi]

Thank you. Very helpful. Mine was set for low coffee temperature, now it's on high temperature, much more pleasant. I Love this machine. Greetings from Portugal. Cheers🇵🇹🕊

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Awesome, glad you're enjoying your machine! Cheers! Tom

[@chryseass.5143]

Hoping to get my Dedica tomorrow (Evri screwed uo my delivery yesterday!) so will be referring back to this video when I set it up. Thanks, as always Tom!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Very nice! Have fun, Chryseas!

[@jocelynplemel2736]

This is such a helpful video, Tom - thank you! I just received a Dedica EC885M today, and you’ve saved me needing to troubleshoot any of these settings as I get it going ☺️

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi 🙋‍♂️ Jocelyn! I’m glad this video could be helpful. I have some others on the Dedica that might be helpful as well. Oohwee! I’d love to get my hands on an EC 885 as well. You will have to report your results and let me know what you think of it.🤗 Cheers! ☕️

[@jocelynplemel2736]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner yes, I am currently binging your videos! I am coming from a little Saeco Aroma manual machine I’ve had since…2009? 😬 This is an upgrade in a lot of ways, certainly! I was confused by the pressurized filters it comes with though, so over time I’m guessing I may want to pick up the aftermarket portafilter you recommended as well. We’ll see how it goes!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@jocelynplemel2736 Hey Jocelyn, the pressurized filters were designed for pre-ground coffee beans, or if you have a grinder which cannot grind fine enough for espresso. The unpressurized filters on the other hand require a finer grind, so they will need a decent grinder. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Cheers, Tom

[@jocelynplemel2736]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner that makes sense, as I do understand this machine is meant to be beginner friendly. I do have a somewhat decent burr grinder (though the Eureka you’ve shown looks amazing, but probably not justifiable for me at the moment). It’s too bad De’Longhi didn’t provide a simple option to swap out for a non-pressurized filter with the Dedica line.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@jocelynplemel2736 That's true. I think it would be great if they would include one, too. But you can get some affordable baskets from Amazon. I included a link in the description. Can you let me know how this machine steams milk for cappuccinos? I am very curious to see it in action, actually.

[@patriciaschneider-zioga2500]

Thank you! That was so helpful!

[@siusaidhchaimbeul5499]

SO useful as I got my machine second-hand, ie with no manual. Thanks Tom!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Awesome! Glad to be of help.

[@NukeyStreams]

Man thank you so much, I didn’t understand the manual by them saying “it is highlighted by relative setting” I thought it meant the setting you picked and not the current setting you are editing

[@Milla022]

Amazing! Thank you soooo much!❤

[@explodingorder]

This is so helpful, thank you very much!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You're very welcome!

[@desirel2807]

มีประโยชน์มาก. ขอบคุณ 😊❤

[@HarbourPoland]

You're the best :-) Now I got almost the exact 685 setup as you have (you were my inspiration), and I learn a lot from your channel. I try to get micro foam to make latte art, but it is hard to achieve (my "wand" looks like yours on this video). But I am trying, I assume finally I will get what I want to XD Cheers, Tom!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for sharing! It takes quite some time to foam for microfoam, and then pouring latte art is another challenge. But it's fun to practice. Cheers!

[@twowheeledsmurph]

Perfect tutorial! The included instructions with the machine are useless - as is the instructional video by delonghi. Thank you thank you thank you! Cheers from 🇨🇦

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Haha, thanks for your comment. 😉 The directions in the manual aren't too bad, but yes not great. Wishing you a great 2023, and greetings from Germany!

[@KongBobbyK]

This video saved my life today... Thanks man...

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Sweet! Thanks for your feedback. 👍

[@5cent]

Dude, you are the best

[@travislee1349]

Thank you, amazing video

[@horacegafan6976]

Thanks very much, very helpful

[@cihandecrypto]

all topics in one video. Thanks a lot°

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Sure thing, Cihan! Cheers! ☕️

[@henrique4192]

Hello Tom, thank you very much! :D

[@Mrveescuba]

thank you very much for this tutorial is realy helpfull

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Glad it was helpful!

[@billst9339]

thank you so much you are a life saver mr Tom!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Happy to help!

[@billst9339]

@TomsCoffeeCorner οne more question.I distribute my coffee well with my wdt tool,I get my beans in a coffee shop grinded fresh but in 25 to 27 seconds range I get like 80 grams of coffee with just a small layer of crema with 18 gramms in the puck (bottomless) why do u think that happens;

[@yudawicaksanaputra]

helpful video, my provlem was solved cause your tips, so much thanks. keep sharing

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Glad it helped, Yuda!

[@mohamedelyazaji3278]

thank you it was helpful👏🙏👍

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Glad it helped!

[@jamesobrien9601]

Found this easier to follow than Delongis own clip 👍

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Awesome - thanks for the feedback!

[@ks8057]

Awesome!

[@kamalazmy8363]

Thank you brother❤..it help me a lot.bcoz i dont understand whats inside the manual book actually😂😂

[@serikala]

thanks for this video..

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You betcha!

[@Vapup749]

Do you recomand doing this settings if i use pre-ground coffe?

[@Herohector]

Hi Tom. Regarding the hardness of water, if you use a filter like the one that Delonghi suggests to use inside the water tank (dls c002), you should then choose the soft water setting, right?

[@rhyslast5227]

Hi Tom, Just bought this machine not long ago and have upgraded to a bottomless basket 👍🏻 Not tried it out yet but I’m sure going to try these settings! Thanks for the helpful tips

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Sounds great! Hope you enjoy it Rhys!

[@Fuhbags]

Late to the conversation but how did you get on with it?

[@rhyslast5227]

@@Fuhbags takes a little bit of getting used to finding the right grind etc but once the sweet spot is found it’s a lot better by far 👍🏻

[@ekncyln]

Teşekkürler.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for your support!

[@ahmedkmuhammad]

Thanks for the video, I was wondering if the machine loses this configuration when unplugged or when turned off by the power key while still plugged?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Ahmed, no it doesn't lose the settings. Cheers!

[@pablosalazar973]

Thanks for help!!

[@Svendus]

Always helpful Tom one question only resetting the default settings meaning left to right one ☕️ ❓two ☕️☕️❓and ☁️❓thank You for your answer

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

That is correct. Cheers!

[@Svendus]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner sorry for the unclear question but what are the default settings hard or mild water hot or lukewarm water and time up to 🙏❓

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Default should be med temp, med hardness, and 30 minute standby.@@Svendus

[@roccomezzogiorno9795]

Hi Tim, thanks for the video. So hottest temp and hardest water are the best options? I make espresso for myself, and every now and then a latte for a visitor. So hot it the best?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Rocco! That just depends on your tastes. I prefer the espresso a little hotter, and for most beans the hotter extraction is better. But, each can experiment for himself. Oh, and hard water is just to set the reminder frequency for descaling. Cheers!

[@latifahSI]

Thank you for helping videos. Is this works with EC785?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Yes! Cheers!

[@Noa_Em]

hey tom, is dedica better with the higher temperature? should I change it?

[@rowenate3419]

👌👌👌

[@Kurio71]

excelente

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Muchas gracias!

[@bernardpailleux355]

👍Merci👍

[@ovalshrimp]

Tom, any idea how to set the volumetric brew time back to default? I’ve set it to a certain “time”I guess, but I’d like to return to the one press to start brewing and another press to stop brewing configuration. Can’t seem to find that in the manual.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Resetting back to default settings should be in the video. That also resets the volumetric dosing. Cheers!

[@lenabe4455]

Hej, na ktorej kropce od lewej mielisz ziarna w młynku Delongi do Dedici ? Dzieki za odpowiedz

[@JustinPulitzerTrades]

What are the preset settings for temp & water hardness & auto off? Also, for the 1 cup & 2 cup pre-sets? Thanks!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I think medium, medium and 9 minutes. The preset volumes are I think 50 and 70ml, but that's without load (just water coming out).

[@JonasG1987]

Hello Tom! Why you dose 14 gram in the basket when you press the one button cup? 14 gram should be the two button cup?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Jonas, you can dose as much as you want with either button. But thanks for pointing that out - you are right that the 2 cup button would be more logical.

[@JustinPulitzerTrades]

Any tips on getting the water tank cover to stop rattling during operation?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Put a little weight on it maybe.

[@MJYouAreNotAlone1]

❤️🙏

[@crabbynebula]

How often should we descale when only using pure distilled bottled water? Thx for the video

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Well, distilled water is devoid of minerals, so there ought not to be any scale build up. I guess then 1-2 times per year just to be safe. Cheers!

[@nickyte7687]

👍

[@baby333]

What's the difference between "1 cup" or "2 cup" buttons if you're normally using them to make coffe? Does the 2 increase the speed/duration of water flow or is there no difference, it just makes sense to use it only if you're using a big cup?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You can simply set 2 different volumes.

[@paulcarino4269]

Hi, i tried to program the volume of espresso like what you have demonstrated, but when i did it again i didn't long press the single button but the volume delivered was less. I thought that i will be the same volume everytime i make my espresso.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

It's supposed to be, but it will depend a bit on bean and grind setting, and also it's unfortunately not fool proof. There is certainly some tolerance there. Cheers!

[@crcsector9]

If my coffee out of the blue started to taste burnt, despite of factory reset. I think next step is to calibrate temperature. How would I know the current temp setting prior changing? Or what’s the factory setting temp? Low med or high? Thanks

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I think the standard temp is medium. But it doesn't have to be the machine's fault. My favorite American roaster started burning their batches lately, and the result is not good, in any machine that I have.

[@robertm.1507]

Hi Tom, For EC 785 model same video instructions will apply ? I both this model 2day for 269 euros. Kind regards, Robert

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Robert, yes these all include the same settings. Congrats on your new machine! Tom

[@rvn912]

Hi Tom Thanks for the video, i set the volume set up every time i use my delongi for different coffee beans and grinde setting. But my friend recently bought dedica 685 , same device , but i cant set the volume by pressing and holding button every other setting can be done but not the simple one which is setting the volume. The device is brand new It also does not do the pre infusion some times I did default setting 4times and yet its not possible to set volume How can i fix it ? Thanks

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hmm, I wonder if the water counter is faulty. Can your friend return it for a different one?

[@rvn912]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner i actually told him the same, to chang the device from the seller But isn't it really some kind of software problem ?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@rvn912 I don't know...I would just exchange it, if it's under warranty.

[@ahmetsert7753]

hi Tom! my espresso yield is quite bitter with Lavazza Super Crema, Why would that be? any thoughts?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Ahmet! Could be too low of a pressure, too low of a temperature, maybe too much coffee in the filter as well. How many grams are you using, and at what temp? By the way, some beans will just tend to be sour as well. These pair well with cappuccino in my opinion.

[@moozzzzz]

How do you get such good looking shots with this machine haha. Mine come out way underextracted. I think its mainly my grinder but I feel like the temperature of this machine is terrible

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago. These videos may help: How to extract the perfect espresso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppqyZ5ZsbpqCppo How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs

[@user-nz1tz2dz5s]

Hi Tom - help needed please, I have the EC685 and recently bought a bottomless portafilter. Using the same coffee (Lavazza crema E gusto) and with the pressurized supplied portafilter I get a good crema, however using the same coffee (14g) with the bottomless very little to no crema. Certainly not like yours in the videos .I have reset the factory settings as per your process. Any suggestions?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago. These videos may help: How to extract the perfect espresso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppqyZ5ZsbpqCppo How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs

[@datatrax1966]

Once I’ve set my machine will it go in to default if I switch it off at the wall . Will I need to reset it again 😊

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi! No, it keeps its settings until you manually choose to reset to default. Cheers!

[@0Arman0]

I have been some issues with this machine maybe you can help. It started with needing to descale which ive done twice now. The machine seems to sputter a bit. And takes a long time to start coming out. I can never seem to get more than a small amount of crema. Im not sure if this is a grinder setting for the coffee i have or a myriad of other potential issues like not even pressure, too short of a brew time so i need to press the button again which i assume resets the pressure as well. Any tips are appreciated! When i first got the machine and tuned the grinder to a nice setting for espresso things worked out really well. Not sure whats going on!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Have you changed your beans? These videos may help: How to extract the perfect espresso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppqyZ5ZsbpqCppo How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs

[@explodingorder]

Do you have to have espresso in the basket in order to program shot volume? I programmed both of my buttons with an empty basket (just water flowing through) and every time I test another shot (full or empty basket) the weight is never the same.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Right, you need to do it with coffee, because then there's resistance, which affects how the water counter works. Cheers!

[@SB-fd1kv]

Hi Tom, great video and detailed explanations, Thank You 😀 I am curious, how do you know which water hardness to choose? I have no idea of the water hardness I have 😕 I use carbon filtered tap water. Also I noticed the steam light is flashing orange after only 6 weeks or so of use ( 1 cup per day ) suggesting a descale is required, which seems too soon! I wonder if this has to do with the water hardness default setting? I have the new EC885M model, by the way. Thank You very much 😀

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey SB, I think there are strips which can be used to determine how hard your water is. If you are using filtered water anyway, most of the minerals should have been removed. I would choose "medium" hardness in that case. How are you liking the 885 model?

[@SB-fd1kv]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Ok thanks, that's a good idea Tom, I will look into that and establish the water hardness I have, I will select the medium one for now. Still, it's strange that the machine would be needing a descale so soon! The 885 is ok for a coffee machine, it's the first one i have owned, so can't really compare to anything else, looking at videos you have done and others, an upgrade to a non-pressurised filter or blind filter portafilter would be a good idea.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@SB-fd1kv Well, the descaling is just a count of extractions, so there is no sensor for scale or anything. I wouldn't be too worried about it. Regular descaling is a good idea for all appliances though, even water kettles and coffee machines. Yes, a bottomless portafilter and non-pressurized basket would be two worthy upgrades. Cheers!

[@SB-fd1kv]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank You very much Tom🙂

[@templerioinmortal]

Very helpful. I've been looking for this information everywhere.

[@taplubambhos2869]

Hey tom, i have had this machine for a while, lately since the last few months, no matter what i do its pulling bitter shots. Kind of over extracted. Tried changing beans, grind size, descaling, everything. With everything remaining the same what could be the cause? Maybe machine has lost pressure? Not sure about that because its pulling decent crema. I use about 12.5 grams of coffee in a non pressurized basket

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Taplu, how old is your machine? I found that my pump lost pressure after 5 years, and I overhauled the pump to get the max pressure back. Did anything else change? What kind of water are you using?

[@taplubambhos2869]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner the machine about 2.5 yrs old. I have always been using RO filtered water. Nothing changed, tried going back to older coffee, newer coffee, fresh roasts, degassed. etcetc. The same coffee through my picopresso is yielding great shots

[@thenightskingodking2314]

Where did you order that clear espresso shot glass w the markings on the side?

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[@GriuGriu64]

I forgot how to figure out what are the existing settings!

[@emonez1860]

Hi Tom. Hope u could help me. After making espresso and steaming the milk(for Flat White) the single cup and double cup buttons are blinking which means that the boiler is very hot so i need to cool the boiler by pressing the steam button to eject some water and steam but after doing so, the single and double cup buttons are still blinking. What do i need to do to make another cup of espresso? Do i need to turn Off and On the side button to go back to normal position. Thanks in advance for your advice and nice vlogs by the way.😉👍

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi 👋 Emonez! How Long are you cooling down the boiler? You have to wait until water eventually comes out of the steam want. Then, the pump should turn off automatically, and you will be ready to brew an espresso.

[@emonez1860]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks for the immediate reply. After the water comes out of the steam wand, I immediately turn off the steam valve since its already giving steam but the single & double cup buttons are still blinking thats why I just turn off the machine and wait for about 10 secs before I turn it on again and its ready to make another cup of espresso. Am I doing it wrong?🤔 Thanks again for your advices.😉

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@emonez1860 Hey Emonez, you just have to keep the steam valve turned on until water comes out. That will cool the thermoblock down enough, so that you can brew espresso again. The flashing lights just are telling you that the measured temperature is still too high for espresso brewing. Hope that helps!

[@emonez1860]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks Bro😉👍

[@sitiazlin1396]

I am also having the same issue..but i will try again using this suggestion and hopefully works the third time around!

[@irenetruong424]

Hi Tom. I just follow your video and set my delonghi ec 680. It set the temperure is high I use thermometer to check themperture. My machine is highest temperature is 81 C. It is ok or low

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hello Irene, how did you measure the temperature? Is that the temp of the espresso coming out of the unmodified portafilter?

[@irenetruong424]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Hello Tom. I use bottomless portafilter. Would you please let me know how you measure the temperature. Thank you so much

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@irenetruong424 Well you can measure the liquid coming out of the portafilter, but it is not that easy when it is bottomless. I will check mine again in the upcoming days and get back to you.

[@bartekkasprzyk5926]

Hello Tom, I think I encountered all the possible issues today when it comes to the settings and adjustments. I am using a decent grinder at its finest grind, yet still I cannot exceed 23 seconds of extraction, while using 18 grams of coffee. Since I can manipulate only coarseness in the grinder and water volume my options seem to be limited. When I lower the water volume my extraction time is just around 15 seconds When I tamper harder I loose the channeling When I go back to factory settings I get 1:5 ratio, because the machine spits out 100 grams of water. is there anything that comes to your mind to play around with?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Which grinder are you using? And which beans?

[@bartekkasprzyk5926]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner DG-101 hand mill with Kenya AA beans, that were roasted less than 3 weeks before usage

[@bartekkasprzyk5926]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner i disassembled and assembled again the grinder. then powdered the coffee and indeed it raised the extraction time to around 27 seconds very interesting taste and texture. all the best, you pointed me to the coarseness lead and i followed :D

[@leemagsino4749]

Hi Tom..great videos you got here and super liked your content. I wanted to ask whats ur take on the delonghi grinder kg79 there..is it a good buy for a burr grinder?. Thanks!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Awesome Lee, thanks for the feedback! Well, the KG79 works for espresso with a hack, but it is not ideal. I would really suggest saving up for the Manuale/Notte from Eureka: amzn.to/3PbXvHt

[@leemagsino4749]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks Tom! 😉 again great videos and looking forward for more! Happy espresso-ing! 👊🏼

[@MikeSW.]

Hello, if I let the machine auto off does it consume energy since the energy button is still pressed?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

There will be a little residual energy to power the board, sure.

[@obsquremusic]

Thank you for your video. Do you know how to fix the amount of coffee brewed? after pressing the button (one cup or two cups) it only brews coffe for 3 secondes. also the steam stops after a 5 secondes. i couldn't find any solution for this. thank you.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey there! You have to keep holding the button, until the desired amount has been reached. To do so, just press and keep holding the button while the espresso is extracting. Ideally use a scale, to know how much liquid you are extracting. Then, when the target amount has been reached, release the button. Cheers!

[@obsquremusic]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank you for your answer. Unfortunately even with the trick you mentioned, nothing happens. Descaling Also doesn't last more than 5 seconds. there was no way to reprogram the amount of time for each process. i found a way thanks to one's comment to force the pump puch the water out to descale the machine. to do so : - turn off the machine - press and hold the one cup coffee button and turn the machine on. - press and hold both one cup button and steam button to force pump the water out. (keep holding the button to pump the water) - every 20 seconds switch the lever between steam mode and coffee mode - do this process for about 2 L of water. after doing this, i was able to reprogram the brewing time.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@obsquremusic Ok, I did not know of this hack. Thanks for sharing! Maybe this can help someone else as well. Cheers! Tom

[@greentealeung803]

@Obsqure Music I am having the same problem as you. But I don’t understand one of the step. What do you mean by “every 20 seconds switch the lever between the steam mode and coffee mod”?

[@Aimepaslepoisson]

@@greentealeung803 you just have to switch the lever up and down between steam mode and brewing mode every 20 seconds or so.

[@newenglandfishing924]

If I set up my dedica like that set up would I get like this shot ?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi, well it depends more on the coffee you are using, and your grinder. For getting good crema, check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ3UpKOIabiiq5o

[@michal182]

ok..and how can i install water filter? I put the filter in the tank. But the water is sucked in through the second hole, which is next to the hole for the filter. How do I set this up?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi Michal, this machine was not designed to be used with a filter. Cheers!

[@milagrossotilvilca7416]

Hello! I just bought my machine (1 week) , but my machine always make flat expressos. What can I do? 😢

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago. These videos may help: How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs

[@LA-ue2ph]

my ec685 doesn't extract shots properly, i'd use 14-16g of coffee and the machine extracts like 24ml of really pale liquid in just a few seconds, any idea how to fix this or is my machine just faulty?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago. These videos may help: How to extract the perfect espresso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppqyZ5ZsbpqCppo How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs

[@thorstenmagoley1029]

Hi Tom, I saw a Video of you steaming milk with the Dedica without using the metal tube (the same setup I see here). We tried this too and created a big milky mess. What, do you think, went wrong?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Just takes a lot of practice. See Emilee Bryant or Lance Hedrick for the best milk steaming tutorials.

[@thorstenmagoley1029]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks for your response. I forgot to mention that in our case the rubber hose flipped off 🙈 and therefor we had the milky mess 😂

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Just use a little cable zip tie, and it will stay on!@@thorstenmagoley1029

[@Ahreman_egy]

I dont know what im doing wrong but i cant change the brewing time, both buttons are 7 seconds even when i press and hold

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Boy I don't know. It should always change if you hold the button down. Maybe upload a video to see.

[@anneknight4276]

Hi there. Just bought the latest 885M with the new "standard" steam wand. Being curious, I unscrewed the tip and noticed there was a very fine inner silicone/plastic tube that would reach the end of the steam wand tip. Wonder if this is to increase steam pressure or is it to control hot water. Anyone know? Cheers

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi Anne! This is most likely to make the steam wand a non-burn steam wand, that is not hot to the touch.

[@---qr7nq]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thanks Tom. Not particularly impressed with the steam wand. I usually don't have any issues creating smooth as silk "paint" when steaming, but the 885M is proving a hard nut to crack, even after 2 litres of milk. Was toying with the idea of removing the last 1-1.5cm of the tube to see if it would lower the pressure a little. Also, what is a good bottomless portafilter with double single-walled basket from either Amazon US or Aliexpress? In NZ so anything shipped from Europe, including the UK, is far too expensive. Thanks :-)

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@---qr7nq Hey there - sorry to hear the new steam wand is proving a little difficult. Is it more challenging than the EC685? Anyway, here is a high quality Normcore from Amazon in Australia: amzn.to/3KT0dQF Otherwise, you may also be able to find a more economical option, but it seems like many such as Neouza are out of stock.

[@anneknight4276]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Heard back from Delomghi NZ: "The tube at the center of your Dedica Arte wand is to increase the steam pressure to heat and froth the milk."

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@anneknight4276 Nice, thank you for that info, Anne! Is the milk frothing on the 885 getting any better?

[@freddymusicien7656]

I programmed the 1st two bottons by volume, I want to reprogram them otherwise and it doesn’t function. Even though I did the default setting, it still memorizing the 1st program. What can I do?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hmm, that sounds a little weird. Have you tried unplugging it for a bit, and plugging it back in? Sometimes a power cycle will help electronics to reset.

[@briancornelius9789]

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[@mazimynyk9595]

Anyone with an idea how to fix this: after steaming the milk the cup buttons signs would be flashing even when I turn the steamer off. I usually have to turn the machine off and back on to use it again instead of the machine resetting to make another espresso machine

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Just hit the 1 or 2 cup button, and flip the steam lever, to emit hot water out of the spout, and that will cool the thermoblock down.

[@brendanheaney5222]

What is it set to as default for each 3 settings?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Good question. I don't quite remember, but I think med temp, med hardness, and 9 minute standby.

[@abodyy778]

If i unplug the cable from wall Do i need to do this again or it saved ?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Nope, it remembers the settings!

[@abodyy778]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks

[@NiazMahmood1977]

How much volume should be chosen for double dose?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

16 grams in, 32 grams out.

[@ViniCavin]

for some reason, my timemore balance can't keep the tara when it sits on top of the dispense :( really annoying

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Make sure the back of the scale is not touching the machine. Cheers!

[@jazebov]

Hi. I program coffee extraction and memorize. And after turning off the device and turning it on again... the memory was not remembered. I did the same procedure as in the video. Am I making a mistake somewhere, or is the device not working as it should?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hmm, that seems a little weird. Have you tried both buttons? What kind of beans and grinder are you using? Sometimes the dose will be off if the beans are ground too fine, for example.

[@jazebov]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Grinder is Krups GVX242, and the measure is set to the finest.

[@jazebov]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thx for reply….How to solve the problem of coffee extraction time, so that the memory remains remembered, after i turn off device? Should I return the device to the seller or….?

[@jazebov]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner I use coffie beans Lavazza Crama E Aroma…

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@jazebov Maybe? If it is not being stored, perhaps there is an issue with the water counting wheel. Cheers!

[@sofia-pb9uw]

i have the same machine and its not working on mine. I pushed and its stop. why?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

What's not working?

[@blancatunon3786]

Dónde comprar esas maquinas

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Amazon?

[@finediva]

Does the settings stay saved even if I don’t keep it plugged in?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Yes, Cheri, the settings remain. Cheers!

[@finediva]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks!

[@beach9952]

Learned everything except the one thing that I want

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Ok Beach, what would that be? Maybe I can append the answer in the description box.

[@beach9952]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner how to dripping slower

[@Hollyferris]

@@beach9952Finer grind!

[@bosiorne2292]

does water hardness affect caffe taste?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Heck yeah it does! Just try some nice softened water like Dasani, Fiji, and you will notice a difference, big time.

[@Ben_Sahar]

How many degrees is hot?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

This should help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioG2Z41sg6iUi5o

[@Ben_Sahar]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner yeap.. I found this one... Thanks!

[@user-kh4hr6bd8d]

What is water hardness??

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

How many mineral deposits you have in your water: calcium, magnesium, etc. The more you have, the more starts to collect on metal heating elements, and eventually you clog your machine. So you have to descale.

[@user-kh4hr6bd8d]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you 🙏

[@basil-apts]

Greek subs??

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You got it! Just transcribed the video, also into Greek. Cheers!