Melissa 245-032 Cappuccino/Cafe au Lait, Keep Warm Function, Descaling, Cleaning And Maintenance

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Cappuccino/Cafe au Lait

-Rinse out the filter and filter holder and dry all parts.

Cappuccino/Cafe au Lait

-To make a cappuccino you simply add frothing hot milk to the espresso. To make a cafe au lait you simply add hot milk to the espresso.

-See above instructions to make espresso. Be aware that there has to be water in the reservoir for making steam.

-Make sure that the ON/OFF switch is in ON position.

-Fill a small pitcher with milk (always use whole milk for the best result). Place the steaming tube in the pitcher with milk.

-Turn the control knob toKEEP WARM FUNCTIONposition.

-To froth milk for cappuccino it is important that the steam pipe is carried up and down on the surface of the milk. The steam pipe also needs to be carried to the bottom of the carafe so the milk gets warm.

-To warm up milk for cafe au lait, keep the steam pipe on the bottom of the carafe until the milk has reached the correct temperature.

-The temperature indicator will go on and off during the frothing period, which is absolutely normal.

-When frothing is completed, turn the control dial back to 0.

-You may not be satisfied with the result the first couple of times, you will have to try different methods.

-Unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool.

KEEP WARM FUNCTION

This espressomaker has a top plate with build in heating function. This is for preheating the cups to minimize the heat loss compared to brew coffee into a cold cup.

DESCALING

Your espressomaker has been designed to produce full flavoured espresso time after time. However, minerals found in water can build up and clog the espressomaker and reducing its efficiency. This build up will vary with the hardness of your water and frequency of use. By periodically cleaning the internal water heating apparatus, you will prevent these minerals from accumulating and allow the espressomaker to operate at its peak performance level. Please follow the below mentioned instructions.

-Mix 2 oz. of acetic acid with 6 oz. of water. Pour the mixture in the water tank Turn on the espressomaker. Insert the filter-holder on the brew head, and turn the control dial to position when ready.

-Run the acetic-water mixture through the espressomaker brewing cycle once. Turn the control dial to 0. position.

-To rinse the espressomaker pour 8 oz. of water in the water tank. Turn on the espressomaker Turn the control knob to position. Repeat this rinse 3 times.

NOTE: Never pour any liquid other than cold tap water or the above acetic-water mixture into the espresso makers water reservoir.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

-Always make sure that the machine is unplugged before atempting to clean. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or unit in water or other liquid.

-The outside of the machine can be cleaned by wiping the surface with a damp, soft cloth.

-It is recommended that the filters, the grid, the tray and the filterholder is washed with warm soapy water.

-Do not clean the inside of water reservoir with a cloth as the cloth may have a lint residue that could clog the machine.

-For stubborn stains, use a nylon or plastic pad with a non abrasive cleaner. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

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Melissa 245-032 manual Cappuccino/Cafe au Lait, Keep Warm Function, Descaling, Cleaning And Maintenance