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Coffee Maker
EC190
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instr uctions
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2-cup filter 1-cup filter Filter holder Steam release knob Lid for water tank Water tank Steam nozzle Coffee tamper Milk frother Removable drip tray - black area inside Boiler outlet for positioning cups Boiler "ON" Coffee measuring function spoon "O" OFF position OK/Ready light (coffee/water or steam) Steam function (for milk frothing) Espresso function Selector dial Coffee Maker 2
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Thank you for choosing this coffee machine. To get the very best out of your new coffee machine it is advisable to read these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety. Using for the first time Before using the machine for the first time, wash all the acces- sories in warm soapy water and rinse. For the best tasting coffee the internal circuits must be flushed through at least five times.To do this follow the instructions in the pa
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How to prepare espresso coffee Filling the water tank To remove the water tank lift the lid (fig.2) and simply pull upwards (fig 3) and fill the tank at the sink (fig 4). Do not exceed the MAX level on the water tank. The tank may also be filled with- out removing it, simply by pouring water into it directly from a jug. Replace the tank by connecting the valve at the bottom of the tank with the hole in the base on the machine. fig. 2 WARNING: it is completely normal for there to be water in the
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How to prepare espresso coffee 1. After carrying out the preheating of the machine as described in the preceding section, in order to make just one cup of espresso coffee, insert the 1-cup filter (the smaller of the two provided) into the filter holder (Fig. 9) and fill it with one level measuring spoon of ground coffee (fig. 10) – about 7 grams. If you wish to prepare two cups of espresso coffee, use the 2-cup filter (the larger of the two provided) and fill it with two less- fig. 9 than-level
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How to make cappuccino 1. Prepare espresso coffee, using cups that are large enough for cappuccinos 2. Turn the selector knob to the position (fig. 15) and wait until the “OK” light comes on (fig. 7) to indicate that the boiler has reached the ideal temperature for producing steam. 3. Meanwhile, fill a heat resistant container/jug with approximately 3fl. oz. of milk for each cappuccino.The milk should be cooled fig. 14 from the refrigerator and semi-skimmed as this gives the best results
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Producing hot water 1. Turn on the coffee unit by turning the selector knob to the boiler “ON” position (fig. 5). 2. Position a container under steam nozzle. 3. When the ‘OK’ light comes on, position the selector at (fig. 7) and at the same time turn the steam knob in an anti- clockwise direction (fig. 17); hot water will come out from the steam nozzle. fig. 19 4. To stop the flow of hot water, turn the steam knob in a clock- wise direction and position the selector knob at boiler “O” posit
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Descaling It is advisable to clean the calcium from the machine every 200 cups of coffee. It is recommended that specific (store-bought) products for descaling of espresso coffee machines be used. If such products are not available, it is possible to proceed as follows: 1. Fill the tank with water using 1 litre of water; 2. Dissolve 2 spoonfuls (about 30 grams) of citric acid in the water (available from chemists); 3. Turn the selector knob to the position and wait until the ‘OK’ light come
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Problem solving PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION • Lack of water in the tank. • Fill the water tank. Espresso coffee no longer • The holes in the filter •Clean the holes in the comes out. holder are blocked. spouts. • The outlet of the espres- •Clean as indicated in so boiler is blocked. the “Cleaning the espresso boiler outlet” section. • The tank is badly inserted •Press the tank lightly so and the valve at the bot- as to open the valve at tom is not open. the bottom. • The filter holder is ba
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION • The ground coffee is too • Press the coffee less. The coffee crema is dark tightly pressed. (the coffee comes out • The quantity of ground • Decrease the quantity slowly from the spout). coffee is too much. of ground coffee. • The espresso boiler out- • Clean the outlet as let is blocked. described in “Cleaning the espresso boiler out- let” section. • The coffee is too finely • Only use coffee specifi- ground. cally ground for espres- so coffee machines. • The
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Safety Warnings • This machine has been built to make coffee and to reheat bev- erages; please be careful to avoid burns from the sprays of hot water or steam and avoid any improper use. •When the appliance is in use, do not touch any of the machine’s hot surfaces. • After unpacking, make sure that the machine is complete and undamaged. In case of doubt, do not use the appliance and seek the advice of a qualified service professional. • Packaging materials (plastic bags, foam polystyrene, etc.)
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Electrical requirements Green and Yellow to Earth Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your 13 amp home, if you are in any doubt about your supply contact your Fuse local electricity company. Brown to Live The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug having a fuse of 13 amp capacity. Should this plug not fit the socket out- Blue to Cord Clamp Neutral lets in your home, it should be cut off an
