DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Next ECAM31080SB Superautomatic Espresso Machine

Before first use, remove all packaging. Install the water filter: soak the DLSC002 filter in water for 1 minute, rinse, insert into the filter holder, and seat in the 2L water tank. Fill with cold, fresh water. Do not use distilled or RO water.

Plug in the machine. The display will guide you through initial setup — language, clock, water hardness setting, and a rinse cycle. Follow each step on the display. Set water hardness to match your local water supply (check your municipal water report or use a test strip).

Load fresh whole beans into the bean hopper. Fill to the indicated maximum — do not overfill. The Magnifica Evo Next's grinder has adjustable settings — begin at the default mid-range and adjust based on your taste and extraction results. Like all DeLonghi superautomatics, change grind settings between shots only, not during grinding.

The LatteCrema Cool carafe keeps milk refrigerated using an integrated cooling system, allowing you to leave milk connected to the machine for extended periods. Fill the carafe with cold milk and connect to the machine before selecting milk-based drinks.

Drink Selection

The Magnifica Evo Next allows you to select from a range of drinks directly on the control panel or by entering the 'More' menu for additional options including cold drinks. Available drinks include Espresso, Coffee, Long, Doppio, Americano, Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Flat White, Cortado, Iced Coffee, Cold Coffee, Hot Milk, and Hot Water. Customize strength and volume from the drink screen.

LatteCrema Cool — Refrigerated Milk

The LatteCrema Cool system integrates a milk cooler that keeps the carafe contents at refrigerator temperature, allowing you to leave the carafe connected and ready for milk-based drinks throughout the day. Fill with cold, fresh milk. After the day's use, remove the carafe, empty any remaining milk, and wash all milk-contact parts. The carafe components are dishwasher safe.

Grind and Aroma Settings

Adjust coffee strength using the aroma setting (typically 3–5 levels) for more or less coffee per drink. Adjust the grinder setting for finer (stronger extraction) or coarser (lighter extraction). Change grind only between shots and only one increment at a time.

Pre-Ground Coffee Bypass

Add one level measure of pre-ground coffee to the bypass doser above the group head for a single shot using pre-ground coffee, without affecting beans in the hopper.

Customization and My Menu

The Magnifica Evo Next allows you to save your preferred drink settings in a personal profile. Access My Menu through the display to configure and store your favorite recipes.

Daily — After Each Use

The Magnifica Evo Next will automatically rinse the brew unit and milk circuit after each use. Empty and rinse the drip tray and grounds container daily. Rinse the milk carafe or milk container parts under warm water and allow to air dry. Wipe the exterior with a microfiber cloth.

Weekly — Brew Unit

Remove the brew unit (accessible through the side or front door depending on your model) by pressing the marked release. Rinse the brew unit under warm running water — do not use soap or detergent. Allow to air dry or towel dry before reinserting. The machine will prompt a brew unit removal when cleaning is needed; never force the unit while the machine is in operation.

Weekly — Milk System

Run the Magnifica Evo Next's built-in milk system clean cycle after every milk-based drink session. Follow the on-screen or display prompts. Disassemble the LatteCrema carafe or milk tube and wash all milk-contact parts (carafe, lid, tube, valve) in warm soapy water. All milk carafe parts are dishwasher safe (top rack). Rinse thoroughly.

Monthly — Water Filter

Replace the DeLonghi DLSC002 water filter every 2–3 months or when prompted by the machine. To install, soak the new filter in water for 1 minute, rinse, insert into the filter holder, and seat in the water tank. Keeping the filter fresh reduces descaling intervals and improves taste.

Descaling

Descale the Magnifica Evo Next when the display prompts a descaling cycle — approximately every 3–6 months depending on water hardness and usage. Follow the full descaling procedure on the display screen. Run the complete cycle without interruption.

Machine Won't Turn On or Brew

Check that the water tank is filled above the minimum line and properly seated. Ensure the drip tray and grounds container are correctly installed — most DeLonghi superautomatics will not operate if these are missing or not seated correctly.

Coffee Tastes Weak

Increase the coffee strength/intensity setting (most models allow 5 levels). Adjust the grinder to a finer setting. Check that the correct coffee amount is set for your drink. Ensure beans are fresh — stale beans produce a weaker, more bitter extraction.

Coffee Tastes Bitter

Reduce coffee strength/intensity or adjust the grinder to a slightly coarser setting. Check water temperature setting if adjustable — a lower temperature reduces bitterness.

Machine Prompts 'Empty Grounds Container'

Remove and empty the grounds container, then rinse and dry before reinserting. The container counts approximate shots — if you empty it before the prompt, the counter may not reset properly. Fully remove and reinsert to reset the counter.

Milk Not Frothing

Check that the milk carafe or frothing tube is properly connected and clean. Milk buildup in the tube restricts flow. Disassemble and rinse all milk-contact parts. Run the milk clean cycle. Use cold, fresh milk — refrigerator-cold milk froths best.

DESCALE Alert

Run the descaling cycle immediately using DeLonghi EcoDecalk. Do not continue brewing through a descale alert — scale buildup damages the boiler and affects performance. Follow the on-screen procedure step by step without interruption.

Warranty and Support

DeLonghi products carry a 2-year limited warranty, extendable to 3 years when you register your product at delonghi.com within 90 days of purchase. For warranty service or support, contact DeLonghi at 1-800-322-3848 or visit delonghi.com/en-us/customer-service.