De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro

MakerDe'Longhi
BoilerThermoblock plus second heater
Brew boilerNot listed
Steam boilerNot listed
Water tank2.5 L (our conversion)
Plumb-inNot listed
Voltage (US)120V
Maker's water filterNot listed

What water does this machine require?

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The maker's water guidance

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From De'Longhi's guidance for this model.

  • Water type

    “Potable fresh water is mandatory. • Do not use sparkling (carbonated) or distilled water”

    EC9885 Coffee Maker instructions for use (US/Canada, EN-FR), De'Longhi asset 309199, PDF dated Jul 2024, PDF p. 6, What water to use (quick start). Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

  • Hardness setting

    “The machine can also be programmed according to the actual hardness of the water supply in the various regions, in which case descaling may be required less frequently.”

    EC9885 Coffee Maker instructions for use (US/Canada, EN-FR), De'Longhi asset 309199, PDF dated Jul 2024, PDF p. 25, Water hardness. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 28, 2026.

From De'Longhi's guidance for De'Longhi machines (general FAQ).

  • Hardness setting

    “Setting the water hardness correctly on your machine is highly recommended before you use it for the first time and determines how regularly you will need to descale your coffee appliance.”

    How to check the water hardness before making a coffee? (De'Longhi US FAQ), page text. Source (opens in a new tab), saved October 22, 2026.

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