Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
Espresso Machine Safety....................................................2
Important Safeguards........................................................3
Electrical Requirements......................................................3
Model 5KES100.................................................................4
Espresso Machine Features ................................................4
Preparing the Espresso Machine for Use ............................6
Attach the Cup Rail.....................................................6
Remove and Wash the Water Tank..............................6
Fill and Rinse the Boilers..............................................6
Brewing Espresso...............................................................7
Frothing and Steaming Milk ..............................................9
Preparing Cappuccino .................................................9
Dispensing Hot Water......................................................10
Care & Cleaning...............................................................10
Before Cleaning the Espresso Machine ......................10
Cleaning the Frothing Arm and Nozzle .....................10
Cleaning the Housing and Accessories......................10
Cleaning the Shower Screen......................................11
Priming After Long Periods of Non-Use .....................11
Descaling ..................................................................11
Troubleshooting Problems ...............................................11
What is Espresso?............................................................12
Overextraction and Underextraction ...............................12
Before Brewing: The Elements of a Great Espresso...........12
Fresh Coffee Beans....................................................12
Great Tasting Water ..................................................12
The Right Grind – and Grinder ..................................12
Espresso Brewing Technique ............................................13
Brewing Temperature ................................................13
Grinding ...................................................................13
Dosing ......................................................................13
Leveling ....................................................................13
Tamping....................................................................14
Volume .....................................................................14
Extraction Rate..........................................................14
The Golden Crema ....................................................14
Troubleshooting Espresso as it Brews ........................15
A Glossary of Espresso Drinks ..........................................15
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Espresso Machine Warranty ........16
Service Centers ................................................................16
Customer Service .............................................................16
Espresso Machine Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These
words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediatel
y follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the instructions are not followed.
DANGER
WARNING