7. Place the Filter Basket into the Filter Holder (see FIGURE 3). Make sure that the Filter Basket Clip is open and resting back along the Filter Holder handle.

8.Position the Filter Holder beneath the water

outlet so that the handle is aligned with the

“ ” (UNLOCK) symbol. Lift the Filter Holder upwards so that it evenly fits into the water outlet; then slide the handle to the right until it is positioned securely beneath the “ ” (LOCK) symbol.

9.Place the Carafe Lid onto the Carafe; then slide the Carafe onto the Drip Tray so that the fill-hole in the Carafe Lid is positioned directly beneath the Filter Holder spout.

10.Plug the Espresso Maker into a 120V AC electrical outlet and flip the Power Switch to the “I” (ON) position. The Power Switch will illumi- nate indicating that the unit is on.

11.To begin brewing, slide the Function Control to the desired “ ” (BREW) setting -- adjust along the Brew Strength Scale according to taste. As the water begins to heat, espresso will start to flow through the Filter Holder spout.

NOTE: Pressure building inside the machine may be heard during the brewing process. This is not uncommon.

WARNING: DO NOT open the Boiler Cap or remove the Filter Holder during the brewing process -- scalding may occur.

WARNING: Never operate the Espresso Maker without water in the Water Tank.

If making cappuccino/latte/coffee drinks requiring the use of the Frother, skip ahead to the “Frothing Milk” section and proceed as instructed…

12.WATCH AS THE CARAFE IS BEING FILLED. Once the level of

espresso reaches the desired cup marking on the Carafe, slide the Function Control to the “ ” (STEAM) position.

WARNING: The Espresso Maker WILL NOT shut off automati- cally. DO NOT leave the unit unattended during use to prevent overflowing.

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