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3.Place the permanent filter into the filter holder(Fig. 1) and fill it with espresso coffee powder, according to your requirement by using the measuring spoon (marked with 2 and 4 cups)(Fig. 11) and tap down the coffee powder. This compresses the coffee for stronger flavour. If there is any excessive coffee power on the top rim, scrape it off.

4.Assemble the filter holder into the espresso side of the coffee maker by aligning the handle with the

“ “ mark. Move the handle once in position, so that it is aligned with the “LOCK” mark. Ensure that it is closed securely. (Fig. 12)

5.To control the strength of the brew, turn the strength control knob to your desired position (“STRONG”, “LIGHT” or “STEAM” function) (see Figure C & 13), depending on your own taste or requirement.

Note: If the “STEAM” function is selected

the water will not flow through the espresso section but rather convert the water to steam after a few minutes.

6.Place the small jug on the removable drip tray and ensure the centre of

the lid aligns with the spout of the filter holder (Fig. 14), then press the switch on the espresso side to the “I” position and the indicating light will be illuminated. Brewed espresso coffee will begin flowing into the small jug after approximately 3 minutes.

Note: to avoid any splashing, do not detach the filter holder while brewing coffee.

7.Once the brewing has been completed, press the switch to the “O” position, remove the small jug from the drip tray and dispense coffee into cups. Now you can enjoy your homemade espresso coffee.

8.Before removing the filter holder, always release the pressure in the boiler unit by carefully turning steam

control knob in an anti-clockwise direction. CAREFUL! Steam will escape from steam nozzle. Once the pressure is completely released and filter holder has cooled down, remove the filter holder by turning it anti-clockwise to the “ “ (Fig. 15). Be sure to close the steam control knob by turning it in the clockwise direction until securely shut.

9.To clean the espresso filter turnover the filter lock, then press it with your thumb to secure the filter. Tilt the filter holder and tap it over the rubbish bin, then clear out the coffee residue (Fig. 16). Wash the filter holder and filter in fresh water and reassemble it correctly.

Note: return filter lock to original position before reattaching the filter holder.

ATTENTION: HOT SURFACE The filter holder may be hot during operation, to remove the filter holder, turn the filter to the left, until the filter holder dislodges from the coffee maker. The metal parts might still be hot and can be cooled down by running cold water over it.

MAKE CAPPUCCINO COFFEE Cappuccino is made by adding fresh cream or frothed milk to the cup of espresso coffee.

1.First prepare espresso coffee according to the steps (1-6) above and, ensure that the steam control knob has been turned off and turn the brew strength control knob to the “STEAM” position (Fig.C). After turning the switch on “I”, wait approximately 3 minutes

for the coffee maker to generate enough steam to froth the milk. Before generating steam, fill a cup (preferably a straight walled cup) with about 150 ml of milk (preferably 2% milk for the best results) for each cup of cappuccino. Lift up the cup to

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