BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST CARAFE OF ESPRESSO
Please refer to Page 5 for Diagram of Parts.
1.Turn the control knob to the “OFF” position and make sure that the appliance is unplugged from the electrical outlet.
2.First remove and then wash the carafe, lid, filter basket and filter holder in a mixture of mild detergent and water. Rinse each thoroughly and replace into the machine. See “How to Brew Espresso” below for instructions on removal and replacement of filter basket and holder.
3.To clean the inside of the machine, follow steps for “How to Brew Espresso” below, using water only. Do not immerse the appliance in water or attempt to reach any internal parts of the machine.
HOW TO BREW ESPRESSO
1.Turn the control knob to the “OFF” position.
2.Fill the glass carafe with cold water to the designated marking for the desired number of servings of espresso or cappuccino. Never use warm or hot water to fill the water reservoir.
SERVINGS | ESPRESSO | CAPPUCCINO |
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2 | 2 Cup marking on carafe | Midpoint between 2 and 4 cup mark |
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4 | 4 Cup marking on carafe | Top of metal band on carafe |
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3.Remove the water reservoir cap and pour the water into the water reservoir.
Do not fill to the top of the reservoir or there will not be enough area to generate steam. CAUTION: Do not pour water into the tank while the appliance is on. Check to make sure the control knob is in the “OFF” position.
4.Screw the cap back on top of the water reservoir. Make sure it is on tight.
PREPARING THE COFFEE
1. Place the filter basket in the filter holder. (See Figure 1)
2. Fill with fresh, fine ground espresso coffee to the 2 or 4 cup |
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mark of the filter basket. Do not fill above the 4 cup markings. |
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Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the filter holder. |
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This will assure proper fit under the brew head. | FIGURE 1 |
ATTENTION:
Do not tamp or compress coffee.
Do not overfill the filter basket.
This might cause clogging or overflow.
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