{
  "id": "ec685-after-care",
  "version": "2.0.0",
  "title": "Verify the coffee maker after care",
  "deviceFamily": "coffee",
  "intent": "Verification",
  "summary": "Record what was maintained, confirm any required rinses and compare the assembled appliance with the normal ready and delivery indications.",
  "modelApplicability": [
    "ec685-international"
  ],
  "modelDetails": [
    {
      "id": "ec685-international",
      "family": "coffee",
      "brand": "De’Longhi",
      "series": "Dedica",
      "label": "Dedica EC685 / EC685 EX:4 · International manual",
      "region": "English International manual 57132C8997_01_0626; regional nameplate must match",
      "componentVersion": "Three buttons, steam dial, removable frother and tabbed perforated filter as pictured in this manual",
      "manual": "dedica-manual",
      "help": "With the machine cool, empty and unplugged, check the underside nameplate for EC685 or EC685 EX:4. Compare the frother and tabbed filter with the linked manual. The support page is on a US domain but its download is English International. Use the manual supplied for your regional appliance; no US voltage or electrical compatibility is inferred.",
      "exclusions": [
        "EC680",
        "Dedica Arte EC885",
        "Maestro EC950",
        "Modified steam wand",
        "Different filter design",
        "Regional instructions that differ from this manual"
      ],
      "recognitionSource": "dedica-support"
    }
  ],
  "exclusions": [
    "EC680",
    "Dedica Arte EC885",
    "Maestro EC950",
    "Modified steam wand",
    "Different filter design",
    "Regional instructions that differ from this manual"
  ],
  "prerequisites": [
    "Confirm the nameplate and your regional manual before connecting the appliance. The English International download on a US support page does not establish US electrical compatibility.",
    "For handling or external cleaning: stop delivery, switch off, unplug and wait until the appliance and removable parts are cool. Follow the separate powered steps only after reassembly."
  ],
  "tools": [
    "Cup or heat-resistant collection container",
    "Good lighting"
  ],
  "materials": [
    "Fresh clean water"
  ],
  "checks": [
    {
      "id": "safety",
      "prompt": "Is the appliance undamaged, with delivery stopped and parts cool and unplugged for any hands-on work?",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p10 §11; p14 §14",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "manual-match",
          "advice": "Keep hands clear of outlets during the specific powered water or steam steps below."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "service",
          "advice": "Stop for a damaged cord, burning smell, liquid leaking from the appliance body, all lights flashing while the machine does not work, or a holder that remains hot or pressurized. Disconnect when safe and contact De’Longhi Customer Services. Keep the casing, boiler and internal steam circuit closed."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save a preparation record and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "manual-match",
      "prompt": "Does your EC685 or EC685 EX:4 match English International manual 57132C8997_01_0626, including the three buttons, original frother and tabbed filter?",
      "sourceId": "dedica-support",
      "sourceLocator": "Support center: English (International) Instructions for use; manual pp3,6 §1",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "check-1",
          "advice": "Continue only with the controls and parts pictured in this manual."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Find the manual supplied for your region and component version. This guide cannot confirm a different version."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save a preparation record and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "check-1",
      "prompt": "Are the original parts correctly reassembled, tank filled and seated, and steam dial closed to ○?",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p6 §2; p10 §11; p11 §12",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "check-2",
          "advice": "Check any rinse obligations before powering on."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Finish the relevant cleaning or reassembly task before a test."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save a preparation record and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "check-2",
      "prompt": "If descaler was used, did both fresh-water rinses finish and did the orange light go out?",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p11 §12 steps7–13",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "steps",
          "advice": "Proceed with a normal external readiness and delivery observation."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Complete the exact §12 process before drinks. If no descaler was used, select Yes and record that below."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save a preparation record and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    }
  ],
  "branches": [
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "manual-match"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "service"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "manual-match",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "check-1"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "manual-match",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "manual-match",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "check-2"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "steps"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    }
  ],
  "steps": [
    {
      "title": "Record the preceding maintenance",
      "text": "With the machine cool and unplugged, record which task was completed. Inspect the filter insert, holder, drip tray and frother for correct seating and any damage.",
      "observation": "Only fully assembled, intact user parts proceed to a powered check.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p10 §11; p8 §7.2",
      "requiredFields": [
        "care-performed"
      ],
      "id": "step-1"
    },
    {
      "title": "Confirm water and rinses",
      "text": "Check fresh water no higher than MAX and gentle tank seating. Record whether this follows ordinary cleaning or completed descaling. After descaling, both rinses and the orange-light completion must already be recorded in that task.",
      "observation": "No cleaning residue or unfinished descaling remains before normal delivery.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p6 §2; p11 §12 steps7–13",
      "requiredFields": [
        "rinse-status"
      ],
      "id": "step-2"
    },
    {
      "title": "Check readiness with the dial closed",
      "text": "Power the assembled appliance normally and keep the dial at ○. Observe initial self-diagnosis and heating, then the steady coffee-ready lights.",
      "observation": "Record the actual light pattern; all lights flashing with no function requires disconnection and support.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p6 §3; p12 §13; p14 §14",
      "requiredFields": [
        "ready-observed"
      ],
      "id": "step-3"
    },
    {
      "title": "Place the container and observe delivery",
      "text": "When coffee-ready, put a cup under the holder spouts and use the normal coffee button for the intended brew or water-only observation. Keep the holder attached while liquid is delivered.",
      "observation": "Record normal delivery, absent delivery or a leak. Stop for an abnormal result.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p7 §4; p10 §11.3; pp13–14 §14",
      "requiredFields": [
        "delivery-observed"
      ],
      "id": "step-4"
    },
    {
      "title": "Check after delivery",
      "text": "After flow stops, leave the holder attached for the settling period described in §4 and let parts cool before handling. Look for a displaced tray, rim leak or liquid from the body.",
      "observation": "A recurring symptom has a named next task or service route.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p7 §4; pp13–14 §14",
      "requiredFields": [],
      "id": "step-5"
    },
    {
      "title": "Save the next action",
      "text": "Record the next action: normal use, a specific linked troubleshooting task, or Customer Services. Keep the actual observation in the record even when more maintenance is needed.",
      "observation": "The record describes what was observed; it does not certify an internal repair.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "pp13–14 §14",
      "requiredFields": [
        "next-action"
      ],
      "id": "step-6"
    }
  ],
  "outcomeChecks": [
    {
      "id": "outcome-1",
      "text": "Original parts, tank seating and all required rinses are checked.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "pp6–7 §§2–4; p10 §11; p11 §12; pp12–14 §§13–14"
    },
    {
      "id": "outcome-2",
      "text": "Actual readiness and delivery observations are saved with the next action.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "pp6–7 §§2–4; p10 §11; p11 §12; pp12–14 §§13–14"
    }
  ],
  "stopConditions": [
    "Stop for a damaged cord, burning smell, liquid leaking from the appliance body, all lights flashing while the machine does not work, or a holder that remains hot or pressurized. Disconnect when safe and contact De’Longhi Customer Services. Keep the casing, boiler and internal steam circuit closed."
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "id": "dedica-manual",
      "title": "De’Longhi EC685 / EC685 EX:4 instructions (57132C8997_01_0626)",
      "url": "https://library.delonghigroup.com/assetbank-delonghi/action/directLinkImage?assetId=296204&download=true",
      "checkedAt": "2026-10-13",
      "use": "Sections 2–4, 7–8, 11–14: exact-version archived manual reviewed for setup, cleaning, descaling, rinses and troubleshooting",
      "license": "Manufacturer copyright. Original workflow based on manual facts; PDF not redistributed.",
      "region": "English International",
      "locator": "pp6–7 §§2–4; p10 §11; p11 §12; pp12–14 §§13–14"
    },
    {
      "id": "dedica-support",
      "title": "Dedica Style EC685.TB EX:4 support center",
      "url": "https://www.delonghi.com/en-us/s/EC685.TB%20EX%3A4",
      "checkedAt": "2026-10-13",
      "use": "Official entry to the English International manual, not proof of US electrical specifications",
      "license": "Linked only.",
      "region": "English International",
      "locator": "EC685.TB EX:4 → English (International) → Instructions for use, 57132C8997_01_0626"
    }
  ],
  "assets": [
    {
      "path": "/assets/coffee/brew-path-check.svg",
      "title": "Coffee outlet rinse and observation",
      "alt": "An empty coffee filter and holder deliver water into a measuring container. Record water delivered and stop for body leaks or absent flow.",
      "kind": "Original schematic of user-accessible parts or control sequence; not to scale",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "See the individual task steps for the corresponding manual figures and sections."
    },
    {
      "path": "/assets/coffee/descale-rinses.svg",
      "title": "Descale, first rinse, second rinse",
      "alt": "Descaler phase followed by two separate tanks of fresh rinse water. A previously fitted softener returns for the second rinse. The orange light goes out before the dial is closed and the tank refilled.",
      "kind": "Original schematic of user-accessible parts or control sequence; not to scale",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "See the individual task steps for the corresponding manual figures and sections."
    }
  ],
  "relatedIds": [
    "ec685-descale",
    "ec685-no-coffee",
    "ec685-holder-leak",
    "ec685-cool-after-steam"
  ],
  "specs": [],
  "updatedAt": "2026-10-13",
  "estimatedDuration": null,
  "group": "ec685-water",
  "locator": "pp6–7 §§2–4; p10 §11; p11 §12; pp12–14 §§13–14",
  "recordFields": [
    {
      "id": "care-performed",
      "label": "Maintenance completed before this check",
      "type": "text",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-1"
    },
    {
      "id": "rinse-status",
      "label": "Rinse status",
      "type": "select",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-2",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "ordinary",
          "label": "Ordinary cleaning; no descaler used"
        },
        {
          "value": "descaled",
          "label": "Two descale rinses complete and orange light off"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "ready-observed",
      "label": "Steady coffee-ready lights observed",
      "type": "checkbox",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-3"
    },
    {
      "id": "delivery-observed",
      "label": "Delivery observation",
      "type": "select",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-4",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "normal",
          "label": "Normal delivery"
        },
        {
          "value": "absent",
          "label": "No delivery",
          "resultGate": "service"
        },
        {
          "value": "leak",
          "label": "Leak observed; stopped",
          "resultGate": "service"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "next-action",
      "label": "Next action",
      "type": "text",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-6"
    }
  ],
  "consumables": [
    {
      "name": "Fresh clean water",
      "specification": "Fill the tank no higher than MAX.",
      "fit": "EC685 / EC685 EX:4 matching this manual.",
      "exclude": "Do not operate with an empty tank or with the tank removed.",
      "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p6 §2"
    }
  ],
  "maintenance": {
    "trigger": "After user cleaning or a completed descale.",
    "intervalText": "Repeat the check if this symptom returns. Any reminder date is your own plan; the manual gives no scheduled interval for this check.",
    "basis": "user-plan",
    "sourceId": "dedica-manual",
    "sourceLocator": "p10 §11; p11 §12"
  },
  "outcomes": [
    "Original parts, tank seating and all required rinses are checked.",
    "Actual readiness and delivery observations are saved with the next action."
  ],
  "fitChecks": [
    {
      "id": "manual",
      "label": "Manual and region",
      "accepted": "international-57132",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "",
          "label": "Choose the version you can confirm"
        },
        {
          "value": "international-57132",
          "label": "EC685 / EX:4: English International 57132C8997_01_0626 matches my appliance"
        },
        {
          "value": "different",
          "label": "My manual revision, region or model differs"
        },
        {
          "value": "unknown",
          "label": "I am not sure"
        }
      ],
      "help": "The US support-domain link serves an English International manual. It does not establish US electrical compatibility."
    },
    {
      "id": "parts",
      "label": "Controls and removable parts",
      "accepted": "original",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "",
          "label": "Choose the version you can confirm"
        },
        {
          "value": "original",
          "label": "Original three buttons, steam dial, removable frother and tabbed filter insert"
        },
        {
          "value": "modified",
          "label": "Modified steam wand or different filter"
        },
        {
          "value": "other",
          "label": "EC680, EC885, EC950 or other controls"
        },
        {
          "value": "unknown",
          "label": "I am not sure"
        }
      ],
      "help": "Compare the removable parts and control illustrations before following a cleaning sequence."
    }
  ]
}