De'Longhi Magnifica Bean to Cup Espresso/Cappuccino Maker £199

LizardKing · 03-01-2020 1:48pm

some ebay deals on these from Delonghi .. brand new (box damaged) ~ £199...

some others listed too

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sme/delonghiuk/Save-up-to-15/so.html?_seedid=143455058194&_soffType=SaleEvent&_soffid=5753555200&_trksid=p2047675.m2197

I bought "De'Longhi Magnifica ESAM4200.S Bean To Cup Machine. BRAND NEW but Box Damaged " as a gift and am posting to Parcel Motel so hopefully fits. (~235 euro with revolut)

Donal94 · 04-01-2020 11:59pm

Selling my cafe corso over on adverts if anyone's interested. Haven't been drinking as much coffee of late and going to free up some counter space.
http://www.adverts.ie/19546717

Cheers

emo72 · 05-01-2020 12:01am

Donal94 wrote: »

Selling my cafe corso over on adverts if anyone's interested. Haven't been drinking as much coffee of late and going to free up some counter space.

Post a link bro

sweetie · 05-01-2020 12:52am

LizardKing wrote: »

some ebay deals on these from Delonghi .. brand new (box damaged) ~ £199...

some others listed too

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sme/delonghiuk/Save-up-to-15/so.html?_seedid=143455058194&_soffType=SaleEvent&_soffid=5753555200&_trksid=p2047675.m2197

I bought "De'Longhi Magnifica ESAM4200.S Bean To Cup Machine. BRAND NEW but Box Damaged " as a gift and am posting to Parcel Motel so hopefully fits. (~235 euro with revolut)

It won't. Should have used parcel wizard

08-01-2020 2:24am

as someone who much prefers a darker roast to some of the more floral flavours out there (cant stand eg the coffee angel type of reddish/muddy flavour) i would recommend starbucks espresso, lavazza espresso and i got a lovely cup using beans from carluccios of all places.

and don't mind anyone telling you you're doing it wrong, there's no accounting for taste!

tototoe · 08-01-2020 7:48am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

as someone who much prefers a darker roast to some of the more floral flavours out there (cant stand eg the coffee angel type of reddish/muddy flavour) i would recommend starbucks espresso, lavazza espresso and i got a lovely cup using beans from carluccios of all places.

and don't mind anyone telling you you're doing it wrong, there's no accounting for taste!

The starbucks beans are grand..people poo poo starbucks, but their espresso and sumatra beans are decent enough

murphyebass · 08-01-2020 10:19am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

as someone who much prefers a burnt roast to some of the more floral flavours out there (cant stand eg the coffee angel type of reddish/muddy flavour) i would recommend starbucks espresso, lavazza espresso and i got a lovely cup using beans from carluccios of all places.

and don't mind anyone telling you you're doing it wrong, there's no accounting for taste!

Fixed that for you.

LizardKing · 09-01-2020 11:15am

sweetie wrote: »

It won't. Should have used parcel wizard

It "just" fit into the parcel motel .. collected today - its a pressie , box is a bit dented but looks brand new

sweetie · 09-01-2020 11:32am

LizardKing wrote: »

It "just" fit into the parcel motel .. collected today - its a pressie , box is a bit dented but looks brand new

Deadly! Enjoy.

Basq · 22-01-2020 1:46am

Bump!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B001EOMZ5E/ref=mw_dp_olp?ie=UTF8&condition=all

Loads of these available from Amazon Warehouse with minor scratches and blemishes for about €160 delivered (w/ 20% off the minute).

Just got my order in (might have got last one that didn't indicate any scratches / blemishes... nice!):

22-01-2020 10:46am

great price.

crank_1975 · 22-01-2020 1:53pm

Has anyone else had an issue where the diffuser drops all the way down and blocks the tray from going in? If so how did you solve this? Thing is totally stuck and machine is out of action.

22-01-2020 1:56pm

crank_1975 wrote: »

Has anyone else had an issue where the diffuser drops all the way down and blocks the tray from going in? If so how did you solve this? Thing is totally stuck and machine is out of action.

turn off and plug out, it should reset

it happens a bit, sometimes its just a one-off, if it starts to repeat the diffuser might need a clean/lube or if its in warranty get onto yr supplier

good folks in this very thread helped me out earlier on with similar

McSween · 22-01-2020 4:48pm

Mine was driving me mad a few weeks ago. I unplugged it for two days and used starbucks espresso beans and it started working (water flow). I then used the Blonde espresso and it trickled out on 2 cup setting but works out fine on 1 cup.

Strange machine. Ill need a hoover to clean it.

stimpson · 22-01-2020 4:50pm

McSween wrote: »

Mine was driving me mad a few weeks ago. I unplugged it for two days and used starbucks espresso beans and it started working (water flow). I then used the Blonde espresso and it trickled out on 2 cup setting but works out fine on 1 cup.

Strange machine. Ill need a hoover to clean it.

Do you descale regularly? if you do and it's still working slowly, then dialling in a coarser grind should help.

McSween · 22-01-2020 8:42pm

stimpson wrote: »

Do you descale regularly? if you do and it's still working slowly, then dialling in a coarser grind should help.

I only started using it on xmas day. I have it on the finest setting. I might experiment at the weekend. At the start nothing seemed right with it.

22-01-2020 9:03pm

McSween wrote: »

I only started using it on xmas day. I have it on the finest setting. I might experiment at the weekend. At the start nothing seemed right with it.

finest setting is a little *too* fine in my experience for most beans

stimpson · 22-01-2020 9:12pm

Yeah. You’re just grinding too fine. Read the manual before you adjust. The grinder must be grinding when you turn the adjustment dial.

You should aim for a single shot to pull an ounce of coffee in 25-30 sec. I find the left dial at 10:00 and the right at 2:00 is a good place to start. Alter the shot size to get an ounce and then dial in the time with the grind. My grinder is set to 4.5 for medium roast beans.

Oh, and don’t use the double shot button. It just doubles the water giving you an overextracted shot. Do two single shots instead.

22-01-2020 9:34pm

genuinely haven't noticed the double shot doing that. the puck of spent grounds is noticeably thicker etc

minimise the water going through it, sure. top up with boiling water from kettle after if needed

Don Imac2 · 22-01-2020 10:39pm

Interesting article which might benefit those on the quest for the perfect coffee. It's all in the grind.

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/jan/22/maths-experts-secret-perfect-espresso

stimpson · 23-01-2020 11:29am

Deleted User wrote: »

genuinely haven't noticed the double shot doing that. the puck of spent grounds is noticeably thicker etc

minimise the water going through it, sure. top up with boiling water from kettle after if needed

I was curious about this so I pulled a double shot this morning. Pucks are identical - left is a single, right is a double. right looks slightly bigger as it's still wet.

these are the shots - left is 2 singles, right is the double. the double crema is lighter in colour and the shot tastes noticeably weaker than the 2 singles.

23-01-2020 11:33am

stimpson wrote: »

I was curious about this so I pulled a double shot this morning. Pucks are identical - left is a single, right is a double. right looks slightly bigger as it's still wet.

these are the shots - left is 2 singles, right is the double. the double crema is lighter in colour and the shot tastes noticeably weaker than the 2 singles.

fair play, i might well go back and have another look at my technique after that!

stimpson · 23-01-2020 11:38am

Deleted User wrote: »

fair play, i might well go back and have another look at my technique after that!

No worries. I was just parroting what I had read on the web. It was interesting to check it out myself.

Ardent · 24-01-2020 6:47pm

Just got this machine and very disappointed with the weak milk frother/steamer. The De Longhi Icona it replaces was streets ahead for making cappucinos etc. Any tips or tricks to increase output of the steamer?

Basq · 15-03-2020 11:37am

Struggling to get a decent Americano out of this.. all a bit weak!

Currently have:

Grind Size: 1 (Minimum / Finest)
Water Volume: Just Above Min
Coffee Volume: Max

I do a double shot with above and then fill a 8oz / 240ml cup to roughly 4/5 full.

Any suggestions?

stimpson · 15-03-2020 11:59am

Basq wrote: »

Struggling to get a decent Americano out of this.. all a bit weak!

Currently have:

Grind Size: 1 (Minimum / Finest)
Water Volume: Just Above Min
Coffee Volume: Max

I do a double shot with above and then fill a 8oz / 240ml cup to roughly 4/5 full.

Any suggestions?

Don’t use the double shot button. Use the single shot twice.

My grind is about 2, left dial is at 10:00 and right dial is at 2:00. (I forget which is which, but I remember what the dials are set to!)

I think that’s a good ballpark to start.

McSween · 15-03-2020 12:58pm

Agree. 2 singles is the best way. Can anyone recommend a good travel mug that isnt metal?

Basq · 15-03-2020 1:47pm

Thanks guys. Will give that a (single) shot.

With regards to a good travel cup - I personally like the glass KeepCup's.

If you can stretch a bit further, go for the Cork band ones.

They don't insulate fantastic mind but I just find they feel better in the hand than most.

Keep an eye on Warehouse Deals on Amazon and you can get KeepCup's quite cheap. e.g https://www.amazon.co.uk/KeepCup-Changemakers-LongPlay-Bloom-Travel/dp/B07BYD5T35/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=KeepCup%27&m=A2OAJ7377F756P&qid=1584276279&s=warehouse-deals&sr=8-5 (bit feminine in colour but fantastic value at a tenner!)

Best insulated cup I own by far is metal so can't help there!

Mr.Crinklewood · 24-04-2020 6:56am

Ok.....we have lockdown issues.

My 4200 has decided that it feeds descaled.

Would any shops that are currently open in the Dubkin region have deacaler?

Should I risk using it in the meantime?

Thanks!!

Esse85 · 24-04-2020 7:02am

Mr.Crinklewood wrote: »

Ok.....we have lockdown issues.

My 4200 has decided that it feeds descaled.

Would any shops that are currently open in the Dubkin region have deacaler?

Should I risk using it in the meantime?

Thanks!!

Aldi often does in the specials section.

I'm sure a big sized Tesco would.

I use mine when the right light is on, often go a few days and several coffees later before I descale it.

Mr.Crinklewood · 24-04-2020 7:21am

Esse85 wrote: »

Aldi often does in the specials section.

I'm sure a big sized Tesco would.

I use mine when the right light is on, often go a few days and several coffees later before I descale it.

Thanks very much.

Oh...is the Delonghi descaler, or generic stuff?

Cork Lass · 24-04-2020 7:33am

Mr.Crinklewood wrote: »

Ok.....we have lockdown issues.

My 4200 has decided that it feeds descaled.

Would any shops that are currently open in the Dubkin region have deacaler?

Should I risk using it in the meantime?

Thanks!!

I’ve often used my machine for a few days with The descale light on and never had a problem. This article relates to nespresso machines but shows that you can make your own descaler using lemon juice - might be worth a try.

https://blogs/nespresso-compatible-capsules-news-and-blog/diy-instructions-for-cleaning-and-de-scaling-your-nespresso-machine

24-04-2020 9:06am

almost any small hardware shop will also stock suitable stuff

now the lubricant I find very hard to get, but that's another story

Esse85 · 24-04-2020 9:10am

Mr.Crinklewood wrote: »

Thanks very much.

Oh...is the Delonghi descaler, or generic stuff?

General stuff, called Oust, it's in a blue and red packet.

Looks like Super Value do it too. https://shop.supervalu.ie/shopping/household-cleaning-miscellaneous-oust-3-sachet-descaler-75-millilitre-/p-1011057002

loyatemu · 24-04-2020 9:15am

we recently used our for about a month with the descale light on - it's based on the number of coffees you've made since the last time it was descaled, and we're in a very soft water area.

Brego888 · 24-04-2020 9:27am

Just use a bit of regular vinegar instead of the branded descaler

WeleaseWoderick · 24-04-2020 9:30am

Ordered a bottle of this two weeks ago from Currys as I had the same issue.

https://www.currys.ie/ieen/household-appliances/small-kitchen-appliances/coffee-machines-and-accessories/coffee-accessories/delonghi-dlsc500-descaler-10194526-pdt.html

You get enough to descale 4 times which means it should last ages.

ButtersSuki · 24-04-2020 9:42am

Mr.Crinklewood wrote: »

Ok.....we have lockdown issues.

My 4200 has decided that it feeds descaled.

Would any shops that are currently open in the Dubkin region have deacaler?

Should I risk using it in the meantime?

Thanks!!

You'll get descaler from amazon in 2 days.

I have the same model. I've used it in the past when the light is on and have no descaler and it's been fine. Wouldn't do it for weeks on end now but a few days and you'll be fine.

Basq · 24-04-2020 9:49am

ButtersSuki wrote: »

You'll get descaler from amazon in 2 days.

I have the same model. I've used it in the past when the light is on and have no descaler and it's been fine. Wouldn't do it for weeks on end now but a few days and you'll be fine.

Yeah, it'll be fine operating for a week or so really, but do tackle it when you can.

But also recommend Oust.. you'll probably get it in your local Centra.(got some in mine recently)

Sub430 · 24-04-2020 10:20am

OP here, mine is still going strong 6 years on.
Get yourself a bag of this, works a treat, just dissolve in water.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Citric-Acid-1kg-100-Grade/dp/B00DJI8RA0/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2307E8OFUH58T&dchild=1&keywords=citric+acid&qid=1587719919&sprefix=citric%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-5

Glebee · 24-04-2020 11:33am

Sub430 wrote: »

OP here, mine is still going strong 6 years on.
Get yourself a bag of this, works a treat, just dissolve in water.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Citric-Acid-1kg-100-Grade/dp/B00DJI8RA0/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2307E8OFUH58T&dchild=1&keywords=citric+acid&qid=1587719919&sprefix=citric%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-5

Same here, citric acid does the job. You can get it in any chemist also.

Alun · 24-04-2020 11:43am

Some manufacturers recommend lactic acid based descalers, others citric acid based, although there's no obvious reason why one is recommended over the other. DeLonghi recommend the lactic acid based type, make of that what you will, but either will do the job equally as well.

kkhornet · 29-04-2020 4:27pm

Think I'm in trouble with my caffe corso. It's been sounding "weak" lately, intermittently, and pouring the same. Sometimes the coffee comes out in literal drops for what seems like ages and sometime if I'm lucky it just pours as normal.
The grind catcher is just slushy grinds these days with nearly more water on the bottom of the inside of the machine than in the cup.
Then I came down to this greeting me this morning

stimpson · 29-04-2020 4:50pm

kkhornet wrote: »

Think I'm in trouble with my caffe corso. It's been sounding "weak" lately, intermittently, and pouring the same. Sometimes the coffee comes out in literal drops for what seems like ages and sometime if I'm lucky it just pours as normal.
The grind catcher is just slushy grinds these days with nearly more water on the bottom of the inside of the machine than in the cup.
Then I came down to this greeting me this morning

Do you descale regularly with DeLonghi descaler?

kkhornet · 29-04-2020 11:06pm

stimpson wrote: »

Do you descale regularly with DeLonghi descaler?

Yeah anytime the light comes on I stick it on a cycle. I've got it about 3.5 years now so it probably needs to be stripped and change seals and regreased I'd imagine.
I'm great at taking things apart, its putting them back together seems to be a problem ðŸ˜

jayjbe · 30-04-2020 3:19pm

kkhornet wrote: »

Think I'm in trouble with my caffe corso. It's been sounding "weak" lately, intermittently, and pouring the same. Sometimes the coffee comes out in literal drops for what seems like ages and sometime if I'm lucky it just pours as normal.
The grind catcher is just slushy grinds these days with nearly more water on the bottom of the inside of the machine than in the cup.
Then I came down to this greeting me this morning

Check the oring on the brew unit tamper/plunger. Should be big orange one. If you're getting intermittent issue maybe worn and not seated. I've seen this come off altogether and get dumped with grinds.

bromley52 · 30-04-2020 5:32pm

Can anyone recommend a lubricant for the Delonghi brew unit?

dball · 30-04-2020 6:45pm

bromley52 wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a lubricant for the Delonghi brew unit?

will def be following any replies to this post.

found some citric acid on amazon recently for any upcoming descales.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Intralabs/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_1750511031?ie=UTF8&node=1750511031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Intralabs

dos29 · 30-04-2020 8:35pm

bromley52 wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a lubricant for the Delonghi brew unit?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00APYQTPQ/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_fVXQEbDFB0X3T

That's what I've been using. Food grade.

banie01 · 30-04-2020 8:40pm

dos29 wrote: »

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00APYQTPQ/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_fVXQEbDFB0X3T

That's what I've been using. Food grade.

+1, food grade Silicon lubricant.
Many brands and options available but online is probably your best bet.
A tube will outlast the machine, only a tiny is needed for any servicing.

Similar with descaling. Homestore & more, woodies and most supermarkets carry some form of descaler.
The HG brand is usually easily available in 500ml bottles.
Citric acid from the chemist is cheap and easy too.

De'Longhi Magnifica Bean to Cup Espresso/Cappuccino Maker £199

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