Owner Manual
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HOW TO MAKE AN ESPRESSO
Espresso is a unique method of coffee brewing in which hot water is forced through nely
ground coffee beans for a richer and more full-bodied brew than regular drip. Because of its
strength, espresso is usually served in small (1 ½ to 2 oz) portions in demitasse cups.
1.
Make sure the unit is plugged in.
2.
Turn the unit on using the power switch located on its side.
3.
Fill the water reservoir as directed on p. 9.
4.
Fill the portalter with nely ground coffee beans and attach it to the brew head as
directed on pp. 10-12.
5.
Place a heatproof cup or demitasse on the metal coaster over the drip tray.
6.
Choose to brew a single or double espresso by pressing the appropriate button. The
button will blink to signify the unit is preheating. The button will turn solid during the brew
cycle. When brewing is complete, the unit will beep three times, and your espresso will be
ready to enjoy.
7.
When the brew cycle ends, the unit will go into standby mode and will be preheating in
the background. If no button is pressed within 20 minutes, it will switch to sleep mode.
HOW TO PACK THE PORTAFILTER WITH COFFEE
1.
Use the coffee measuring spoon to ll the basket with nely ground espresso beans
(do not overll).
2.
Using the tamper end of the measuring spoon, press on the grinds rmly and evenly. Be sure
the surface is smooth and at.
3.
Clean any excess grinds from the rim of the portalter to ensure proper t in the brew head.
HOW TO PLACE THE PORTAFILTER ON THE BREW HEAD
1.
Position the portalter underneath the brew head with its handle facing to the left.
2.
Insert the portalter up into the brew head, lining up the handle with the open lock
icon on the unit.
3.
Slowly turn the handle to the right until resistance is felt and the handle is aligned with the
locked icon on the unit; the handle will be at an approximate 90° angle to the machine.
CAUTION:
To avoid possible burns from hot steam and water or damages to the unit, never
remove the water reservoir or the portalter while brewing or frothing. If you intend to make
a second cup, be sure the unit is in standby mode—all buttons will be lit and solid—before
removing or inserting portalter. If you need to add more water or milk to the reservoirs, switch
off the unit by pressing the button on the side of the unit.
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