Mr. Coffee ECM21 Your Coffeemaker Hasthe Following Features, The Coffee, The Grind

YOUR COFFEEMAKER HASTHE FOLLOWING FEATURES

•On/Off Button – This button begins the brew cycle and turns off the coffeemaker.

•Brew Strength Setting – You can choose to brew strong or standard coffee, depending on your taste preferences.

•8-Cup Brewing Capacity – Each cup measures 5 ounces.

•Pause ’n Serve – Can’t wait for coffee to finish brewing? This feature allows you up to 30 seconds to pour a cup of coffee while the coffee is brewing.

•Removable Water Reservoir – Conveniently detaches for easy filling and cleaning. The reservoir is dishwasher safe.

•Removable Filter Basket – The removable, cone filter basket allows you to easily lift the filter basket out to add or remove the filter and ground coffee. To remove the basket, you must first swing the showerhead aside. Then, after returning the filter basket, swing the showerhead back in place so it is positioned atop the center of the filter basket. More important details on Page 15.

•Non-Stick Warming Plate – This feature prevents the decanter from sticking to the surface of the warming plate.

•Cord Storage – Allows you to store extra cord length for a tidy countertop.

YOUR STEAM ESPRESSO MACHINE HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES

•One dial functionality for controlling all settings.

•4-cup brewing capacity. Each shot of espresso measures 2 ounces.

•Variable Steam Setting – This setting allows you to gradually increase the pressure of the steam.

HOW TOPREPARE QUALITYESPRESSO AND CAPPUC CINO

THE COFFEE

The coffee should be freshly ground, dark roasted variety. You may want to try a French or Italian roast. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for 7 – 8 days, provided it is stored in an air-tight container, in a cool, dark area. Do not store in a refrigerator or freezer.

Whole beans are recommended, to be ground just before use. Coffee beans stored in an air-tight container will keep up to 4 weeks before they begin to lose their flavor.

THE GRIND

This is a vital step in making espresso and takes practice. The coffee must be of a fine grind.

•The correct grind should look like salt.

•If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee even under pressure.

•If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast, preventing a full-flavored extraction.

Be sure to use a quality grinder or Burr Mill for uniform consistency in your espresso grind. Oval shaped coffee grinders are not recommended because the grind is not consistent.

We recommend using a MR. COFFEE® Burr Mill. The burr method of grinding ensures a more precise, even grind.

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