Mr. Coffee ECMP50 instruction manual Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You have selected a quality MR. COFFEE® Espresso/Cappuccino Maker. This unique appliance has been designed to provide you with delicious espresso/cappuccino quickly and conveniently.

Espresso is a unique method of coffee brewing in which hot water is forced through finely ground coffee. Popular in Europe, it is a far richer and more full-bodied brew than regular American coffee. Because of its richness, espresso is usually served in 44 to 59 mL (1.5 to 2 oz.) portions, in demitasse cups.

Most espresso drinkers outside of Europe prefer cappuccino, a drink made with about one third espresso, one third steamed milk, and one third frothed milk. Preparing espresso or cappuccino is very different from brewing regular drip coffee since this appliance under pressure and requires special attention.

Please read ALL of the instructions, cautions, notes and warnings included in this Instruction Manual carefully before you begin to use this appliance. When this unit is used, some parts and accessories get hot and need to cool down. Proper care and maintenance will ensure the long life of the MR. COFFEE® Espresso/Cappuccino Maker and its trouble-free operation. Save these instructions and refer to them often for cleaning and care tips.

CAUTION: PRESSURE

Please follow these important safety instructions while using your unit:

1.Before removing any of the parts and accessories, make sure the control knob on the side of the unit is turned to the off position “ ”, press the on/off button to the off position “O” and unplug the appliance.

2.Do not remove the brew basket at any time during the brewing process.

3.Use caution when removing the brew basket. The metal parts may still be very hot. Also, there may be hot water floating on the top of the filter. Hold it only by its handle and dispose the brewed coffee ground by using the filter retention clip.

4.If coffee does not drip from basket, the brew basket is blocked. Turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down. The blockage may be caused by the coffee being too finely ground. See “PROBLEMS AND CAUSES” on Page 9.

5.WHEN CLEANING THE FROTHING TUBE: Place a frothing pitcher or large cup (with at least 11-ounce capacity) half full of water under the frothing tube cap. Make sure the tip of the frothing tube is submerged in liquid before turning the control knob to the steam “ ” position. Froth the water for approximately 15 seconds then wipe clean the frothing tube and cap.

NOTE: In order for your unit to work properly time after time, clean the frothing tip and tube after each use.