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P RO L INE S ERIES
GUIDE TO
PROFESSIONAL
RESULTS
Model 4KPES100 Espresso Machine
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GUIDE SUR L’OBTENTION
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Modèle de cafetière à expresso 4KPES100
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™ P RO L INE S ERIES MODEL 4KPES100 ESPRESSO MACHINE Introduction Section Contents Table of Contents ...............................3 Espresso Machine Safety.....................4 Important Safeguards.........................5 Proof of Purchase & Registration.........6 Electrical Requirements.......................7 1 INTRODUCTION
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Great espresso is a dance of artistry and technique that is intimately ® tied to the performance of the espresso machine. The KitchenAid ™ PRO LINE Series Espresso Machine blends commercial quality with innovative design to bring a new experience of espresso into the home. Dual boilers generate an optimal brewing temperature and abundant steam for frothing without the wait single-boiler machines require when switching tasks. The commercial-size brew group is chrome-plated brass for exceptional
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION TECHNIQUES OF A BARISTA Introduction ......................................................................2 What is Espresso?................................................................28 Espresso Machine Safety......................................................4 Overextraction & Underextraction......................................29 Important Safeguards..........................................................5 Before Brewing: Elements of Great Espresso P
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ESPRESSO MACHINE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immedia
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or should always be followed, including the following: personal injury. 8. Do not use outdoors. 1. Read all instructions. 9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. touch hot surfaces. 3. To protect against fire, electric shoc
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PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of Please complete the following for your personal records: purchase of your Espresso Machine. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Model Number: 4KPES100 Date Purchased__________________________________________ Before you use your Espresso Machine, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card Dealer’s Name______________________________
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Volts: 120 V.A.C. only. WARNING Hertz: 60 Hz NOTE: This Espresso Machine has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, Electrical Shock Hazard contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too Do not use an adapter. shor
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™ P RO L INE S ERIES FEATURES AND OPERATION Features and Operation Section Contents Espresso Machine Features ...............10 Preparing for Use .............................13 Brewing Espresso..............................16 Frothing & Steaming Milk.................19 Preparing Cappuccino.......................20 Preparing Café Latte .........................21 Dispensing Hot Water.......................22 Care & Cleaning................................23 Troubleshooting.......................
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MODEL 4KPES100 ESPRESSO MACHINE FEATURES On/Off Power Switch Press once to turn the espresso machine on, press again to turn off. When on, the dual boilers begin heating On/Off and the espresso and hot water buttons will function. Power Switch Espresso Boiler Power-On Indicator Temperature Gauge When the espresso machine is on, the indicator light Hot Water Button will be illuminated. Power-On Indicator Steam Dial Espresso Button Press the espresso button to activate the water pump Espress
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Brew Head Water Reservoir Commercial-size brew head is chrome-plated brass The removable 67 oz (2 liter) water reservoir slides for exceptional durability and brew temperature left or right for easy filling, and features easy-to-see stability. Brewing boiler is bolted directly to group “max” and “min” fill lines. Translucent reservoir head, so brew group heats quickly and thoroughly. shows the water level at a glance. Reservoir can be washed in the top rack of a dishwasher. Frothing Arm & Nozzle
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MODEL 4KPES100 ESPRESSO MACHINE FEATURES Portafilter Coffee Scoop and Shower-Screen Brush Commercial-size portafilter features chrome-plated Use one level scoop of coffee for each shot brass construction and an easy-to-grip flared (1 oz [30 ml]) of espresso. The shower-screen brush handle. Attaches to the brew head with a firm twist will help keep the brew head and shower screen to the right. free of grounds. Filter Baskets Not Shown: Stainless steel filter baskets snap into portafilter. Use the
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PREPARING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE FOR USE 2. Wash the reservoir in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean Attach the Cup Rail water. The reservoir can also be washed in the top rack of Align the three rail posts with the holes on top of the espresso the dishwasher. machine. Then press the rail posts firmly into the holes. 3. Place the reservoir back into the espresso machine, making sure the water tubes are placed inside the reservoir. The ribs on the bottom of the reservoir fit into the grooves
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PREPARING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE FOR USE 4. Make certain the Steam Dial is closed by rotating it clockwise WARNING as far as possible. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. 5. Press the On/Off Power Switch to turn the espresso machine Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, on. When the espresso machine is on, the power-on indicator fire, or electrical shock. will illuminate
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6. Place a coffee cup underneath the brew head. Do not attach the portafilter to the brew head. 7. Press the Espresso Button – it is not necessary to wait for the boiler to heat. This activates the water pump and fills the brewing boiler with water. After a few seconds, water will flow from the brew head. When the cup is full, press the Espresso Button again to stop the water pump. The brewing boiler is now ready for use. 10. When the pitcher is about half full, release the Hot Water Button and
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BREWING ESPRESSO For the finest results when brewing espresso, see “Techniques of a 4. Position the portafilter underneath the brew head and align the Barista” on page 28. portafilter handle with the arrow located on the left side of brew group housing. Raise the portafilter into the brew head and 1. Make certain the water reservoir has an adequate supply of tighten it with a firm twist to the right. When in place, the water (the water level should be between the “max” and “min” portafilter han
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9. Sweep any excess grinds from the rim of the portafilter, and 5. Press the On/Off Power Switch to turn the espresso machine on. insert the portafilter into the brew head. 10. Place one or two espresso cups on the drip plate under the spouts of the portafilter. Press the Espresso Button, and espresso will start to flow into cups. When the desired amount of espresso has been brewed (usually 1 oz [30 ml] using the small filter basket and 2 oz [60 ml] using the large filter basket), press the Esp
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BREWING ESPRESSO 12. After removing the portafilter, place a cup under the brew head and press the Espresso Button for a second or two. This Barista Tips cleans the shower screen and flushes any coffee oils and grounds that have migrated into the brew head. When brewing multiple shots: 1. Use a towel to clean and dry the filter basket before filling with coffee. This will help insure even coffee extraction. 2. To maintain the proper brewing temperature, it is important to keep the brew group
