User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 Dear Customer, 2 Congratulations on acquiring this new Crema espresso machine, a Swiss quality product. Please read these instructions carefully and follow them. By doing so, you and your guests will truly enjoy your SOLIS CREMA. Please keep these instructions in a safe place. If you are not sure about anything or would like more information, please ask us or your local dealer. We are always ready to help. 1 4 8 3 10 SOLIS LTD.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 Table of contents: Control panel: ON OFF 1.0 Safety instructions page 48-49 2.0 General comments page 3.0 Starting up / Before using for first time page 50-51 4.0 Making coffee with ground coffee page 51-52 5.0 Making coffee with portions page 52-53 6.0 Making hot water page 7.0 Making steam page 53- 54 8.0 Programming page 54- 55 9.0 Pre-heating the cups page 49 53 55 Main switch ON/OFF 10.0 Care and cleaning page 55- 56 Coffee switch 11.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 1.0 Safety instructions Children do not understand how dangerous electrical appliances can be. For that reason, children should never be allowed around electrical appliances without supervision. Do not remove the filter holder while the coffee is pouring. As the appliance is under pressure, wait until the coffee has stopped pouring. Do not use the appliance without studying the user manual or being shown how to operate it.
User’s manual Be sure to remove the plug before cleaning the appliance. Do not allow the cord to come into contact with hot parts of the appliance. SOLIS CREMA SL 90 Any work on the appliance must be carried out by authorised technicians. Otherwise, all guarantee claims and warranties are invalidated. SERVICE Do not expose the appliance to climatic conditions (rain, snow, frost, etc). The appliance is intended for the preparation of hot water, steam and coffee and must not be used for any other purpose.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 3.0 Starting up 3.1 Fill the water container with cold water up to a maximum of 3 liters. Insert it into the rear of the appliance and press home firmly so that the base valve opens. Close the cover. 3.4 Vent the appliance. To do this, place a large container under the hot water/steam jet and turn the rotary switch until a steady stream of water comes out of the nozzle. Let it run until about 2 dl of water has been collected and then turn the rotary switch off again.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 IMPORTANT: Never operate the appliance without water. For reasons of hygiene, we would recommend you to vent and rinse out the appliance before it is used for the first time or after any long period of non-use (e.g. after the holidays). 4.2 Insert the filter holder into the brewing unit by moving from left to right and close tightly. Check that the filter holder is fully tightened. 4.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 4.5 As soon as your cup is full, briefly press the key or .This will stop the pouring. Note: The SL 90 model can be programmed to deliver a preset quantity of water for both one or two cups. See the programming section. You can stop pouring at any time simply by pressing the switch / . 5.0 Making coffee with portions It is assumed that the appliance has been started up in accordance with Point 3 and is ready to operate, i.e.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 Note: If the coffee comes out of the sides of the filter holder, the portion is either too big for the filter insert or the filter holder has not been properly inserted. As all SOLIS CREMA espresso machines are fitted with both portion inserts and one-cup and two-cup filters, you will have no problem in using any ordinary filter-paper portions, provided that you take note of the points listed above. However, please be sure to follow the coffee manufacturer’s instructions.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 7.3 When no more steam is needed, turn the rotary switch off again. Swing the steam nozzle back to the cup tray or leave in an empty container. Turn off the steam switch . 8.0 Programming The SOLIS CREMA SL 90 is fitted with a device for programming the water quantity for both one or two cups. This allows you to pre-programme six different quantities with automatic switching off. 7.
User’s manual The amount selected is displayed automatically by LED numbers. They remain programmed even if the appliance is switched off. Pressing the coffee key automatically doubles the quantity to give two cups. Note: You can stop pouring at any time by briefly pressing the coffee key or . 9.0 Pre-heating the cups Apart from the type of blend and the quality of the water, the most important factor in making a good cup of coffee is getting the right temperature. SOLIS CREMA SL 90 10.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 If the brewing filter becomes very stained, remove it with a screwdriver and brush both sides thoroughly. 11.0 Decalcifying Even if a water filter is used, the appliance should be decalcified regularly in accordance with the hardness of your local water and, in any event, at least every four to six months. Filter inserts: Rinse the 1 and 2 cup filter inserts from time to time to keep them clean.
User’s manual 11.4 Turn the main switch OFF and leave the decalcifying product to take effect for about 10 minutes. 11.5 Repeat 11.3 and 11.4 twice. Then, rinse out the water container thoroughly and fill with fresh water. 11.6 Turn the main switch ON and rinse the appliance out thoroughly by allowing the fresh water (approx. 2 litres) to run out through the hot water nozzle. This will ensure that nothing remains which might affect the taste of the coffee.The SOLIS CREMA is now ready for use again.
User’s manual SOLIS CREMA SL 90 If the problem still cannot be solved after checking the above points, please return the appliance in the original packaging to our customer service department, stating the nature of the fault. In Switzerland, send the appliance to: SOLIS PRODUZIONE SA Customer Service Department Centro Solis 6850 Mendrisio Tel. 091/ 646'16'65/ 646'81'36 Fax 091/ 646'03'62 13.0 Useful tips for coffee 13.
User’s manual 14.0 Recommended accessories To simplify the care and maintenance of your SOLIS CREMA, we recommend: SOLIS Aqua-Select water filter: helps to reduce water hardness and so to avoid premature calcification. SOLIS Solipol decalcifying agent: specially designed for easy decalcifying of espresso machines. SOLIS CREMA SL 90 In Switzerland, these accessories are obtainable from specialist stores, supermarkets and department stores or directly from SOLIS MAIL 6850 Mendrisio Tel.