Capresso EC5O EC50 Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine, Before Using for the First Time

1. The EC50 Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine

Thank you for purchasing the Capresso EC50 Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine. For Warranty please see the end of this booklet. For accessories and parts please contact Customer Service or order on our website: www.capresso.com

Experts consider brewing coffee under high pressure to be the ideal process to extract maximum flavor and aroma. The difference between espresso and conventional coffee is that espresso requires a shorter brewing time. This is also the reason that espresso contains approximately 30% less caffeine than conventional filter coffee. If possible, use thick-sided, pre-heated espresso/ cappuccino cups which stay hot longer. Add the sugar before pouring espresso into the cup or simply shake some sugar briefly into the cup, stirring just once or twice, otherwise too much flavor escapes. The Capresso EC50 produces perfect espresso – coffee with a thick, foamy layer on top called “crema.” The “crema” traps the fine aromatics and the light gaseous flavors that register on the palate. The “crema” keeps flavor locked in that would otherwise escape. The high pressure and short brewing time prevent the extraction of bitter oils and release less caffeine than other brewing methods. Whether you are brewing a small 1 oz. shot of espresso or a larger cup of pressure brewed coffee, your EC50 will produce the absolute freshest and most aromatic cup of “crema” coffee possible. Not only will your EC50 make perfect espresso, but in seconds the easy to use frothing system can add frothed milk to your espresso and turn it into a delicious cappuccino.

2. Before Using for the First Time

After carefully unpacking your EC50, wash all removable parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the appliance and read the instructions manual. Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet according to the safety instructions. Rinse the internal components before making espresso. Fill the water container and pump a few ounces of water through the brew head (Fig.1, j) and the steam wand (Fig.1, c). Follow the procedures in chapters 4 and 5 without using coffee.

3. Filling the Water Container

Open the water container lid and pull the water container up. Fill the container with fresh cold water. The water container has a MIN and MAX marking. Place the container back into the machine, pushing down firmly to engage the base valve. Make sure the two black hooks on top of the water container are inserted into the openings in the back of the machine.

4. Control Panel

a.The red ON/OFF switch on the side of the machine turns the machine on and off. When the machine is switched “ON” the indicator light on the front of the machine will illuminate red, signifying that the machine is warming up the thermoblock heating system. The initial heat-up time is under one minute at normal room temperature. When the indicator light switches from red to blue the thermoblock is heated and ready to brew. To turn the machine off, press the ON/OFF switch to “OFF” position.

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