Krups XP1530, XP1500 manual Making the Perfect Cup Coffee, Special features

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works under pressure and needs special

attention.

CAUTION-HOT

Do not touch boiler cap (e1) during operation. Before removing boiler cap turn off machine, let it cool down for at least 2 or 3 minutes. Relieve pressure. See

CAUTION-PRESSURE.

3.The Grind

Use the proper grind finesse and grind just prior to brewing. The variation in the grind depends on the type of filter you use. We prefer paper filters because they allow you to use a finer grind, thus allowing a full extrac- tion and more contact time with the water. Permanent filters require a slightly coarser grind therefore the extraction rate is reduced. A general rule of thumb for grinding is the longer the brew process the coarser the grind.

Making the Perfect Cup of

Coffee

Making the perfect cup of coffee is something different for everyone. It is an art and a science, that is not only effected by the coffee that is used, but also the equipment. The water, the water temperature, the time the water is in contact with the coffee, the grind, the type of filter, all play an important role in determining the flavor. Fine tuning these aspects is the art of making the ultimate cup of coffee.

The four main principles :

1.The Water

It is important to use fresh water. Since coffee is 98% water, any residual flavors will come through in the coffee. The Duo Filter (not delivered with this appliance, yet available as an accessory) System can remove chlorine taste, but the better the water you start with the better the flavor of the coffee.

2.The Coffee

Choose premium fresh whole beans suited to your taste. There are two principale species of coffee: Arabica and Robusta. Arabica beans are the choice beans with more flavor and less caffeine. Robusta beans have more caffeine and are more « robust » and are usually used in blends. The origin of the beans and the roast will determine the flavor. Roasts vary from light to very dark. Light roasts have a smooth, delicate aromatic taste, medium to medium dark roasts are slightly stronger, with a full-bodied balanced taste, and dark roasts are bold with smoky undertones.

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4.The Proportion

We recommend that you use 1 rounded Tbsp. of ground coffee per cup and modify the quantity to suit your taste.

COFFEE

Special features

The following features are available only on the XP 1530.

Programming Clock and coffee strengh

Your XP 1530 Krups appliance is equipped with electronic controls providing comfort and range of setting with 3 push buttons (1).

-clock setting mode for day time and coffee cycle automatic start (C1)

-hours and automatic start mode selection

(C2)

-minutes and coffee strength selection (C3)

-display for feedback to user (C4)

-clock setting for day time is adjustable once the appliance is plugged with display blinking.

Press the (C1) button to enter clock setting mode. Then press (C2) to adjust hours and validate with (C1) button. Press (C3) to adjust minutes and validate with (C1) buttons.

Setting can be done either with impulse or continuous actuation of hours and minutes buttons.

Once day time is set, you are invited to set the automatic start time, with display blinking and clock icon in display.

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Contents E10 English Important Safeguards Regarding your Cord Set Special Cord SET InstructionsXP1500/1530 US/F/E.PM6.5 16/03/05 Before First Use DescriptionGenuine Espresso Making the Perfect Cup Coffee Special featuresProgramming Clock and coffee strengh Filling the Water Chamber Preparing CoffeeAutomatic stop Putting in the ground coffeeCleaning the coffeemaker Pause and Serve FeatureDecalcifying Coffeemaker Never fill the carafe above the bottom of the metal band Making espressoMake sure the overflow grid e7 is in place Clogged steam nozzle CappuccinoSteaming without making Espresso Steamplug Making CappuccinoDecalcifying Espresso side Cleaning the espresso Cappuccino sideCleaning the drip tray Cleaning the Cappuccino nozzleCause TroubleshootingAccessory ProblemLimited Warranty USA