5.Turn the power switch off (fig. 6).
6.Open and remove the boiler cap (see chapter 5)
7.It is now safe to remove the filter holder.
8.Move the coffee/steam selector to the cup symbol (fig. 8).
Caution: Never try to remove the filter holder with the carafe in place. Pressure could force the filter holder down, smashing the carafe and causing severe injuries. Always remove the carafe first.
Caution: Never leave machine unattended when it is turned on (red light in the power switch is illuminated). Always turn the machine off when finished.
4. BEFORE INITIAL USE
Carefully unpack your machine and remove all packing materials. Wipe the machine with a damp cloth. Clean the filter holder, the basket and the carafe with water and wipe dry. The filter holder, the basket, the glass carafe and lid are dishwasher safe (upper rack, away from any heating element).
Caution: Do not immerse the machine in water or any other liquid. The boiler
cap is not dishwasher safe. Make yourself familiar with the various parts: insert the basket into the filter holder (fig. 2) and insert the filter holder into the machine (fig. 3). Open and close the boiler cap. Make sure the power cord is guided in the back slot so the machine sits firmly and flat on an even surface.
5. SAFETY BOILER CAP
To open the boiler cap: turn the cap a quarter turn counter clockwise. Slightly lift the cap and turn another quarter turn counter clockwise and lift the cap.
To close the boiler cap: Place the cap onto the boiler neck and turn clockwise until cap sinks into the groove. Continue turning the cap until firmly locked.
6. HELPFUL HINTS
•Espresso Drink: An espresso is a far richer drink with a more intense taste than regular brewed drip coffee. An espresso is normally 1 1/2 to 2 oz. of strong coffee. Espresso should be served immediately after brewing. If the espresso is too strong, you can add hot water. Add sugar to taste.
•Preparing espresso is different than preparing regular drip coffee. The machine works under pressure, bringing the water to a boil and then forcing it through the ground coffee in a short period of time.
•Important: The water in the boiler of the machine will get hotter during the brewing process. Towards the end of the brewing process the water will be so hot that it would burn your espresso. Therefore you never want to process all the water through the coffee as this will result in a burnt taste.
•Which Coffee? Any coffee labeled "espresso" is suitable for your machine. Any coffee with at least 80% Arabica beans is ideal for espresso preparation. Check with your local coffee store.
•Which Grind? Steam boiler espresso machines, do not require a fine espresso grind. For maximum flavor and aroma we recommend a medium espresso grind or a fine drip grind. If you grind your own coffee we recommend using a burr or disk/burr grinder. Small blade grinders can create "coffee dust". Coffee dust can dramatically slow down the water flow during brewing resulting in bitter and overheated coffee taste.
•Cappuccino: 1 1/2 to 2 oz. of espresso coffee with 3 to 4 oz. of steamed and frothed milk on top. Sprinkle chocolate shavings or cinnamon on top of
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