let’s start with the basics!
YOUR COFFEEMAKER HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES
•On/Off Button – This button begins the brew cycle and turns off the coffeemaker.
(The coffeemaker will NOT
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•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 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.
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•Cord Storage – Allows you to store extra cord length for a tidy countertop.
YOUR STEAM ESPRESSO MACHINE HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES
•On/Off Button – This button begins the espresso cycle and turns off the espresso maker. (The espresso maker will NOT
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•Variable Steam Knob – This knob allows you to gradually increase the pressure of the steam.
HOW TO PREPARE QUALITY ESPRESSO AND CAPPUCCINO
The Coffee
The coffee should be freshly ground, dark roasted variety. You may want to try a French or Italian roast.
Whole beans are recommended, to be ground just before use. Coffee beans stored in an
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
Be sure to use a quality grinder for uniform consistency in your espresso grind.
BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST CARAFE OF ESPRESSO
Please refer to Page 5 for Diagram of Parts.
1.Turn the power switches to the Off position and rotate the steam knob to the off position. Make sure the appliance is unplugged from the electrical outlet.
2.First remove and then wash the carafe, lid, filter and brew basket 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 and brew basket.
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.
PREPARING THE COFFEE
1. Place the filter in the brew basket. (See Figure 1)
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setting on the filter. Do not fill above the |
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Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the filter holder. This |
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will assure proper fit under the brew head. Lightly tamp or |
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compress coffee. Do not overfill the filter basket. This might | FIGURE 1 |
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3.Position brew basket underneath the brew head: attach brew basket by first moving retainer clip back, position handle to far left until it fits into the groove. Then, slowly turn to right until brew basket is located at the 
(lock) position.
HOW TO BREW ESPRESSO
1.Turn the power switch 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. The following chart details how much water to use for the desired amount of servings.
Ingredients and Measuring Guide
Serving Size | Fine Espresso Ground Coffee | Water (Cold) |
2 cups | 2 cup mark on Filter | 2 cup mark on Glass Carafe |
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4 cups | 4 cup mark on Filter | 4 cup mark on Glass Carafe |
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NOTE: 1 cup of brewed espresso = 2 oz.
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 or if the tank is hot. Check to make sure the power switch is in the Off position.
4.Screw the cap back on top of the water reservoir. Make sure it is on tight.
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