Temp iQ Espresso Machine User Guide BVCLECMP1
Contents Important Safeguards Important Safeguards 1 Features 2-4 Before First Use 5 Espresso Making Guide 6-9 Tips for Making the Perfect Cup 10 - 11 Tips for Milk Frothing 12 - 13 Espresso Styles to Try 14 - 15 Shot Volume Programming 16 - 17 Care & Cleaning 18 - 19 Descaling: Group Head & Steam Wand 20 - 21 Troubleshooting Guide 22 - 23 Warranty RETURN Important Safeguards HOT ONE CUP WATER When using electrical appliances, basic 6.
Features Features A A. Warming Plate with Tamper Home Preheat cups and glasses which helps retain the essential characteristics of true espresso; aroma and a rich, sweet taste. H B. ON/OFF Button & Light The ON/OFF LIGHT will illuminate & pulse to indicate it is warming up. The ON/OFF LIGHT stays fully illuminated when ready. The machine will go to sleep after 20 mins, the ON/OFF LIGHT is off. READY I STEAM 1 SHOT B 2 SHOT HOT WATER ON/OFF C.
Features Before First Use Thermoblock Fast Heating System The thermoblock ensures quick heat up, and a precise water temperature for the best coffee extraction, and milk frothing. The thermoblock is fitted with a PID controller which continually monitors the water temperature to ensure water is always delivered to the coffee grinds at the precise temperature needed. An espresso is made with hot rather than boiling water.
Espresso Making Guide Espresso Making Guide 1. Start Up 5. Dry Basket ON /OFF MAX 2L ON /OFF ON/OFF 6. Dose & Tamp READY ON/OFF 1L ON/OFF 1 Min MIN Check for water in reservoir. Turn on. ON/OFF LIGHT pulses = Heating up. Wipe Filter Basket with a dry cloth. ON/OFF & READY LIGHTS are both fully illuminated = Ready. Dose the Filter Basket with grinds. Evenly tamp (press) grinds to level indicated. 7. Insert Portafilter into Group Head 2. Warm Cup READY RETURN ALIGN & INSERT STEAM 8.
Espresso Making Guide Espresso Making Guide 10. Prep Milk Pitcher 11. Before Frothing Milk 14. Purge and Clean Steam Wand PAUSE STEAM STEAM MAX Fill Pitcher with cold milk to just below the bottom of the spout. Turn DIAL to STEAM. STEAM LIGHT flashes = Warming up. Some water may come out of Steam Wand. STEAM LIGHT is ON = Steam Ready. Pause steam by returning DIAL. Pro Tip: For best milk frothing results, ensure steam has first warmed up (STEAM LIGHT fully ON). You will hear the Pump start.
1. Extraction Time 10-12g 19-21g Extraction time provides a good indicator of the quality of the pour. The optimum time per shot varies between different bean S types and between pre-ground One Cup freshly &Two Cup coffee grinds. However, in general, the time will be between 20-30 seconds for both One & Two shots. INSERT • Over Extraction There may be no pour, or it may be slow and drip throughout the entire pour. The resulting crema is very dark.
Tips for Milk Frothing Tips for Milk Frothing Milk frothing is the steaming of milk. Key Elements to Frothed Milk The steam only heats the milk. The milk also needs to be aerated (add air) to create the micro-foam, and needs to be blended well together. Milk that has been frothed correctly has been heated to between 140-149°F, and has a thick, rich microfoam with a silky sheen. It’s all about the temperature, positioning of the Steam Wand and when you move the Milk Pitcher. 1.
Espresso Styles to Try 14 Espresso Styles to Try Espresso (Short Black) Espresso is a concentrated, full bodied coffee with a stable layer of ‘crema’ on top. An espresso is the foundation of all café coffee. • Espresso glass (3 oz) • Single or double shot of espresso (1-2 oz) Flat White An espresso with frothed milk and a thin layer of foam milk on top. The wider cup will create the slim layer of foam, the signature of the flat white.
HOT WATER ONE CUP RETURN RETURN Shot Volume Programming The Espresso Machine features RETURN Auto Shot Volumetric Control. It pours just the right amount of espresso then automatically stops. RN TWO CUP RETURN Shot Volume Programming ON / OFF RETURN 1 Shot - Pours 1 Shot Espresso1 oz HOT MAX 2L WATER 2 Shot - Pours 2 Shots Espresso2 oz You can adjust the pour volume to suit how ONE CUP you like your coffee.
TH ERMO BLOC K CAF É GROU P HE AD 58MM SE IN RT STEAM Care & Cleaning Care & Cleaning INSERT Cleaning Drip Tray Empty the Drip Tray when required, if the red Water Level Indicator appears through the Grill, empty the Drip Tray immediately. • Weekly Clean the Drip Tray and Grill with warm water and a little non-abrasive washing up liquid, rinse and dry. TE FIL R W UAL ALL D PLEASE EMPTY TRAY Note: Over time it is normal for the inside of the Drip Tray to be stained by the oils in the coffee grinds.
ETS RETURN RETURN RETURN Descaling: Group Head & Steam Wand ONE CUP TWO CUP THERMOBLOCK After continued use, your TWO CUP espresso machine may develop a build-up of mineral deposits, and therefore require occasional ‘descaling’. AF É GRO UP H EAD 58MM C T STEAM HOT WATER 4C 4C • Power Ensure that: - Operating DIAL is in the vertical READY position. ONE - The Power Plug is inserted into the outlet CUP and turned on. - The machine is ON and TWO in the Ready state.
Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM Possible Cause What To Do PROBLEM Possible Cause What To Do Portafilter comes off during espresso pour. Portafilter is not attached correctly, or has not been tightened sufficiently. Ensure all three tabs of the Portafilter are fully inserted into the Group Head, & rotated to the center position. See Operating Guide Section, page 7. Espresso tastes burnt Type of coffee being used. Try different brands of coffee.
Warranty 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Calphalon ("Calphalon") warrants that for a period of three years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Calphalon, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the guarantee period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component.
Need help with your appliance? Contact our Customer Care Team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. www.Calphalon.com 1-800-809-7267 Product of: Sunbeam Products Inc. 2381 NW Executive Center Dr., Boca Raton, FL, 33431 MADE IN CHINA Due to continued product improvements, product illustrations and photographs in this User Guide may differ slightly from the actual product.