KitchenAid KPES100 manual Priming After Long Periods of Non-Use, Descaling

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Priming After Long Periods of Non-Use

For the best tasting espresso, prime the espresso machine with fresh water after a long period of non-use. Priming will also ensure that the boilers are filled and the espresso machine is ready to operate.

1.Remove the reservoir, empty any stale water, replace, and fill the reservoir with fresh water to the max fill line.

2.Fill the boilers with the fresh water. For instructions, see “Fill and Rinse the Boilers” on page 13.

Descaling

Calcium deposits (“scale”) from water will build up in the espresso machine over time and may impair espresso quality. Scale should be removed every four months; local hard-water conditions may require more frequent descalings. Use a packaged descaling agent or appropriate decalcification tablets to remove scale.

1.Remove the shower screen from the brew head. See “Cleaning the Shower Screen” on page 24 for instructions.

2.Make certain the water reservoir is empty. Following the directions on the descaling agent packet, mix the descaling solution and add it to the reservoir.

3.To catch the cleaning solution, place a large cup under the brew head (do not attach the portafilter), and another under the frothing nozzle.

4.Press the On/Off Power Switch to turn the espresso machine on. It is not necessary for the boilers to heat before proceeding to the next step.

5.Press the Espresso Button and dispense cleaning agent through brew head for 15 seconds; press the Espresso Button again to shut off.

6.Open the Steam Dial by turning it counterclockwise, then press and hold the Hot Water Button for 15 seconds to dispense cleaning agent through the frothing arm and nozzle.

7.Press the On/Off Power Switch to turn the espresso machine off.

8.Wait 20 minutes, then repeat steps 4–7. Every 20 minutes, keep repeating steps 4–7 until nearly all the solution in the reservoir has been run through the espresso machine. Do not allow the reservoir to run completely dry.

9.Remove the water reservoir and rinse with fresh water, then replace and fill with fresh water to the max fill line. Press the On/Off Power Switch to turn the espresso machine on, and flush the espresso machine by quickly dispensing the contents of the reservoir, alternating between the brew head and frothing arm. Do not allow the water reservoir to run completely dry.

10.Attach the shower screen to the brew head. See “Cleaning the Shower Screen” on page 24 for instructions. Be sure to add additional fresh water to the reservoir for brewing.

FEATURES AND OPERATION

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Contents O L I N E S E R I E S KPES100Page Table of Contents Your safety and the safety of others are very important Espresso Machine SafetyImportant Safeguards Product Registration Proof of PurchaseVolts 120 V.A.C. only Hertz 60 Hz Electrical RequirementsPage Features Operation Espresso Machine Features Frothing Boiler Temperature Gauge Espresso Boiler Temperature GaugeWater Reservoir Cup RailNot Shown Attach the Cup Rail Preparing the Espresso Machine for USERemove & Wash the Water Reservoir Fill & Rinse the BoilersPreparing the Espresso Machine for USE Features and Operation Brewing Espresso Features and Operation Barista Tips Frothing & Steaming Milk Preparing Cappuccino Preparing Café Latte Dispensing HOT Water Before Cleaning the Espresso Machine Care and CleaningCleaning the Frothing Arm and Nozzle Cleaning the Shower Screen Descaling Priming After Long Periods of Non-UseIf coffee does not flow from the portafilter, the… TroubleshootingIf the water pump is noisy, the… If water leaks from the portafilter…Techniques Barista Techniques A Barista What is Espresso?Before Brewing The Elements of Great Espresso Overextraction and UnderextractionFresh Coffee Beans Espresso Brewing Technique Brewing TemperatureGreat Tasting Water Right Grind and GrinderDosing GrindingTamping LevelingProper Tamping Technique Extraction Rate Shot VolumeGolden Crema Troubleshooting Espresso As It BrewsGlossary of Espresso Drinks Warranty and Service For the 50 United States Length WarrantyKitchenAid Will Pay For Your Choice Not Pay For Arranging for HASSLE-FREE Replacement Warranty for Puerto RicoArranging for Service After Warranty Expires Replacement PartsPuerto Rico 50 United States
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KPES100 specifications

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