De'Longhi Automatic Machine Stuck in Descaling Mode
The machine repeats rinse prompts or will not return to the normal drink screen.
Automatic and manual espresso warning lights, milk and flow diagnosis. Start with the exact model group and record the full light, message, sound, and timing before resetting.

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Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
The machine repeats rinse prompts or will not return to the normal drink screen.
Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
The pump runs but no water exits the group or only a few drops appear.
All three beverage and steam indicators flash or pulse.
Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
Coffee or milk drinks are consistently cooler than expected.
The hot or cold milk carafe is selected but little or no milk reaches the cup.
Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
The integrated grinder is silent, hums, or fails to deliver the selected dose.
The pressure indicator remains low and espresso runs too quickly.
Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
The general alarm or exclamation indicator appears and a drink will not start.
LatteCrema or the milk attachment delivers hot milk, weak foam, or no milk.
Lights, flow, maintenance, and component-specific checks for this model group.
Coffee is thin even at the usual strength setting.
The machine grinds beans and starts a cycle, but little or no coffee reaches the cup.
One or more front-panel icons flash and the machine will not complete its normal cycle.