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“Perfect crema” device (13)

To ensure the optimum function of the “Perfect cream” device, insert the frothing jet device into the filter holder.

We recommend that the “Perfect cream” device be cleaned on a daily basis, before use, in order to prevent any blockage of the delivery holes. A pin may be used to clean out the hole.

Even if the type of coffee grinding is not correct the use of the “Perfect cream” device will produce the typical creamy froth of an espresso coffee.

N.B.: Only use the “perfect cream device with a large 2-cup filter.

Supplying steam/Preparing Cappuccino

Steam can be used to froth the milk for cappuc- cinos and also to heat beverages.

Caution! Scalding hazard! Splashing may occur at the start – scalding ha- zard! The hot water nozzle and pipe can reach high temperatures: avoid touching

it directly with your hands.

Milk frother version:

1With the machine ready to deliver coffee, convey the pipe over the drip tray (12), open the “Hot water/steam” tap knob (25) for a few seconds so to let the remaining water come out of the steam pipe; after a few seconds only steam will come out.

2Close the steam/hot water tap knob (25).

3Make espresso (in a large cups) as described above.

4Fill 1/3 of the container to be used to prepare the cappuccino with cold milk.

IMPORTANT: To obtain a better cappuc- cino, the milk and the cup must be cold.

5Immerse the steam pipe into the milk to be heated and open the tap knob (25); turn the container slowly from downwards to upwar- ds so to obtain a smooth foam (Fig. 03).

N.B.: Dispensing should not exceed 60 se- conds.

6After using the steam for the desired time close the tap knob (25).

7The same system can be used to heat up other beverages.

8After this operation clean the steam pipe with a wet cloth.

Making hot water:

Caution! Scalding hazard! Splashing may occur at the start – scalding ha- zard! The hot water nozzle and pipe can reach high temperatures: avoid touching

it directly with your hands.

With the machine ready to brew coffee, proceed as follows:

1Press the hot water supply button (4), the button light will switch on, while the lights of buttons 2 - 3 - 5 - 6 will switch off.

2Put a cup and /or a container below the hot water/steam pipe.

3Open slowly and clockwise the hot wa- ter/steam tap knob (25) to allow supply. Throughout the supply the hot water supply button light (4) will flash (Fig. 03).

N.B.: A max.supply of 40 seconds is recom- mended.

4Take the desired quantity of hot water; to stop the hot water supply turn knob (25) counterclockwise.

5Press button (4) again; the machine will re- turn to normal running mode. Then remove the cup and/or the container.

The lights of buttons 2 - 3 - 5 - 6 will switch on in a fixed mode.

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14101-8002, 12300-8002 specifications

The Gaggia 12300-8002 and 14101-8002 are standout espresso machines renowned for their performance and build quality, catering to both coffee enthusiasts and casual users. With a legacy that dates back to the invention of the espresso machine in 1938, Gaggia continues to exemplify Italian craftsmanship in modern espresso-making technology.

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