| Action | Frequency | |--------|------------| | Descale with official solution | Every 3 months or 300 cycles | | Let machine cool 2 mins between brews | Always | | Use filtered or bottled soft water | Continuously | | Run a blank water shot before steam mode | Before each frothing | | Keep machine in ventilated area (not cabinet) | Always |

: The internal heating element inside the cast-aluminum assembly can develop an open circuit over years of thermal expansion and contraction, stopping all current flow. Step-by-Step Diagnostic and Repair Workflow

Before concluding that the machine requires professional repair, perform the following user-level diagnostics.