Milk frothing using the steam function
The steam can be used for texturing/ frothing milk or for heating liquids. As the temperature for generating steam must be higher than for making coffee, the espresso machine is equipped with an additional steam mode.
Important: There is risk of scalding when the steam nozzle is in use. Hot water or hot steam can cause scalding. Only use the steam nozzle when it is immersed in the milk.
•When wanting to froth milk, press the steam
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indicator will stop flashing and remain constant. The espresso machine is now ready for texturing/frothing milk, see figure 28.
Note: If the steam function is not used for more than 1 minute, the espresso machine automatically switches back to coffee making mode.
•Pour cold milk into a stainless steel jug to no more than ¹/³ full.
Tip: For best results we recommend using refrigerated milk and a stainless steel jug that is well chilled. Be sure not to rinse the jug with warm water before use.
•Swing the steam nozzle out to the side of the machine and hold the jug under the steam nozzle so that the nozzle opening is completely immersed in the milk. Turn the
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