CaféPRO Professional Espresso & Cappuccino Machine Model #125.
Read this manual thoroughly before using and save it for future reference IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before using the electrical appliance, the following basic precautions should always be followed including: 1. Read all instructions and any other literature included in this packaging prior to using this appliance. 2. Before using check that the voltage of the wall outlet corresponds to rated voltage marked on the machine. 3.
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS 1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord must be as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, b.
L. Cup warming compartment Fig. 1 Capresso Café PRO User Components F. Water tank lid A. On/Off button G.Removable water tank H. Selector Dial B. Coffee/Steam button C. Portafilter with sieve I. Frothing grip J. Frothing wand K. Coffee scoop/ tamper D. Grid E. Drip tray Fig. 2 bump notch Double spout portafilter with 2-cup sieve Bottomless portafilter with 1-cup bottomless sieve Fig. 3 Fig. 4 - Brew Head 4.
1. The Café PRO Professional Espresso & Cappuccino Machine Thank you for purchasing the Capresso Café PRO Professional Espresso & Cappuccino Machine. This professional style machine includes a boiler which will internally keep a reserve of water at the ideal temperature for brewing which provides more consistent results. The Café PRO includes two different portafilters: one for convenience, one for control.
NOTE: It is important to have the Coffee/Steam button in the correct setting for each function. Blue illumination for coffee, white illumination for steaming/ frothing. c) The SELECTOR DIAL has three positions: • LEFT ( ) brewing coffee, • CENTER (•) standby, brewing and steaming stops, • RIGHT ( ) steam production through the frothing wand NOTE: It is important to have the Selector Dial in the corresponding position to the Coffee/Steam button illumination when brewing or frothing.
4. Warming Internal Components and Cups/Purging the Machine Before making espresso, it is important to pre-warm all the internal components in the appliance and the cups by purging the machine. This short procedure will add 10° to 15° F to the first cup of espresso. a) Make sure the Selector Dial is in the center position "•". b) Remove the water tank and open the tank lid to fill it with fresh water, the water level should not exceed the "MAX" mark on the tank.
Double Spout Portafilter a. Place the 2-cup sieve firmly inside of the double spout portafilter as shown above. TIP: Ensure the sieve is dry so no coffee sticks to it. b. Fill sieve with finely ground coffee until it is slightly overflowing. Lightly tap portafilter up and down on a level surface to evenly distribute grounds then level the coffee with your fingers to fill in all open space inside the sieve. NOTE: Ground coffee should be similar texture to table salt or granular sugar. c.
Tips on diagnosing extraction with the bottomless portafilter: • Blonding: A very light colored shot may be an indication that more coffee grounds need to be added to the sieve or the grind is too coarse. Alternatively, a shot that is too dark can mean there is too much coffee grounds in the sieve or the grind is too fine. Use a conical burr grinder and experiment to find the perfect grind. • Under-extraction: Occurs when coffee is weak in taste.
j) Rinse sieve and portafilter under warm water and make sure the holes are free of coffee deposits. Dry the portafilter and sieve with a clean cloth. You are ready to prepare the next espresso. TIP: We recommend purging the brew head, (Fig. 4) with hot water after removing the portafilter to ensure all coffee residue is removed from the brew head.
e) Using the black silicon grip, pull frothing wand forward and insert the frothing wand into the milk about one centimeter from the surface (Fig. 3), then turn the Selector Dial to the right, steam/frothing " " position. Steam will be produced from the wand and microfoam can be created by tilting the frothing pitcher at a 45° angle and keeping the wand close to the surface of the milk. Try to create a cyclone with the milk so it spins rapidly for about 30-40 seconds.
a) Follow steps a – d above in chapter 7. Using the black silicon grip, pull frothing wand forward and insert the frothing wand into the milk about half way down the pitcher, then turn the Selector Dial to the right, steam/frothing " " position. Steam will be produced from the wand and will heat the milk. Slowly move the pitcher around and heat to desired temperature. TIP: Milk will start to scorch around 176°F so we suggest to stop frothing when the temperature reaches 170°F.
NOTE: If no steam comes out of the frothing wand, hardened milk may be built up inside of the frothing wand. See chapter 12, Troubleshooting on how to clean the blocked frothing wand. c) Fill a small pitcher or cup with cold water and immerse the frothing wand deep into the cold water so it is close to the bottom of the pitcher. d) Turn the Selector Dial to the right, steam/frothing " " position to release steam.
NOTE: Do not operate the machine’s frothing wand without the frothing tip and o-ring in place. 11. Decalcifying When making espresso, always use cold, clean water. Using spring water or filtered water will slow down calcium build up. We recommend decalcifying the machine after 100-200 uses or at least every 2-3 months. • When using commercial decalcifying agents it is important to follow their instructions. You can also use Capresso Cleaning Solution, available at www.capresso.com.
12. Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Water leaks from the bottom There is too much water in of the espresso machine. the drip tray. Corrections Clean and dry the drip tray and replace. The coffee maker has possible Contact Capresso Customer Service. internal defect. Coffee runs down the side Portafilter not properly of the portafilter. inserted. Edge of sieve not free of ground coffee. Sealing ring inside brew head is dirty. Sealing ring no longer has elasticity.
Symptom Cause No crema. Coffee is old or too dry. Corrections Use fresh coffee that is ground right before brewing. Coffee is not tamped firmly enough. Water pushes through the coffee too fast. Tamp coffee grounds more firmly. Use a finer grind. Coffee too coarse. Use a finer grind. Coffee blend not suited to espresso coffee. Change brand/roast of coffee. We recommend a medium to dark roast of high quality Arabica beans such as the Capresso brand of Grand Aroma Beans.
Symptom Cause Loud pump noise/no water No water in water tank. from brew head. Corrections Fill water tank with fresh, cold water. Air blockage in pump. Coffee/Steam button should be illuminated white for steam/froth function. Place small frothing pitcher under frothing wand and turn Selector Dial to steam. After a few seconds a steady stream of water should emerge from the frothing wand.
Symptom Cause Not enough froth when Milk not fresh. frothing milk. Corrections Use the freshest milk possible. Do not use milk that has been opened for a few days as this can affect the quality of froth. Milk not suitable. Non-dairy milks do not froth as well as fresh, dairy milk. Milk was too warm before frothing began. Use cold, refrigerated milk preferably at 34°F. Use a cold stainless steel frothing pitcher. Not enough milk to froth.
machine. The term “consequential damages” refers to the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged when this machine does not work properly. The remedies provided under this warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 17. CAPRESSO CUSTOMER SERVICE: Capresso Café PRO, Model #125.05 Product Registration Please go to our website www.capresso.com to register your product.
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