afé C Model #115 Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine Operating Instructions Product Registration and Warranty Customer Service 1-800-767-3554
into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall outlet. 12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. 13. Use extreme caution when dispensing hot steam. 14. For household use only. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. WARNING: The system is under pressure during operation. Removing the porta filter during operation can cause scalding and injury.
Table of Contents Page Page Important Safeguards ............................................................. 3 14. Decalcifying .................................................................... 14 Line Drawing, Fig 1 ................................................................. 6 15. Troubleshooting .............................................................. 14 1. The Capresso Café Espresso/Cappuccino Machine ......... 7 16. Recipes ........................................................
Fig 1, Capresso Café User Components a Removable water container b Hinged container lid c Sieve storage d ON/OFF switch e Function switch, Coffee or Steam f Control dial g Heating indicator light (red) h Operating indicator light (green) i Warming plate for cups j Steam tube k Removable frothing sleeve l Removable grid m Removable drip tray 6.
1. The Capresso Café Espresso / Cappuccino Machine delicious cappuccino. The separate hot water function allows you to make a cup of hot tea or instant soup in 30 seconds. Thank you for purchasing the Capresso Café Espresso and Cappuccino machine. For Warranty and Product Registration please see the end of this booklet. 2. Before Using for the First Time After carefully unpacking your Capresso Café, wash all removable parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
3. Filling the Water Container To Brew Espresso: Open the lid and remove the container. Fill the container every day with fresh, cold water. Place the container back into the appliance, pushing down firmly to engage the base valve. Close the lid. 4. Control Panel and Functions c) The Function Switch selects Coffee (through the Brew Head, Fig. 1,t) or Hot Water or Steam (through the Steam Tube, Fig 1, j). d) The Control Dial turns the pump on and off and directs the flow of water or steam.
To Brew Espresso: • Push the Function Switch to Coffee/Hot Water. • Rotate the Control Dial to the right to deliver Coffee. • To stop brewing espresso, turn the Control Dial back to 0. To Deliver Steam: • Push the Function Switch to Steam. • Rotate the Control Dial to the left to deliver Steam/Hot Water. • To stop delivering steam, turn the Control Dial back to 0. To Deliver Hot Water: • Push the Function Switch to Coffee/Hot Water. • Rotate the Control Dial to the left to deliver Hot Water.
5. Warming Internal Components and Cups 6. Filling and Inserting the Porta Filter Before making espresso, it is important to pre-warm all the internal components in the appliance and to pre-warm the cups. This procedure will add 10° to 15° F to the first cup of espresso. The machines comes with a small (one-cup) and large (two-cup, extra strong) sieve (Fig. 1, r, s). One of them is inserted in the Porta Filter (Fig. 1, o) the other one is stored in the storage compartment (Fig. 1, c).
7. Preparing Espresso 8. Preparing Cappuccino a) Fill the water container (chapter 3), pre-warm the parts (chapter 5) and fill and insert the Porta Filter (chapter 6). b) Place one or two espresso cups underneath the porta filter. c) When the green ready light illuminates, turn the control dial to the right to the coffee-delivery position. d) When the desired amount of espresso is brewed, stop the flow by turning the control dial to the center position 0.
Delivering Steam Caution: the frothing sleeve might be hot! c) Turn the function switch to the Coffee/Hot Water position. d) Place a cup under the steam tube and turn the control dial to the left to the Steam/Hot Water position to rinse the steam tube for a few seconds. e) Turn the control dial to 0 to stop the flow of water. TIP! Although it is recommended to use a stainless steel pitcher to froth milk, porcelain or ceramic cups can also be used.
11. Delivering Hot Water • Now you can turn off the machine. The steam tube (without the frothing sleeve) can be used to deliver hot water for hot drinks, for example, tea or ready-made soups. Note: If the water is not hot enough, set the Function Switch to Steam to further heat the water with steam (see chapter 10). It is normal for the red heating light to illuminate while delivering hot water. It is also normal for the pump to make ticking noises when making steam.
Cleaning the Steam Tube and Frothing Sleeve see chapter 9. g) Turn the control dial to the right to the coffee-delivery position. Allow 1/3 to 1/2 of the solution to be pumped through the system. h) If the tip of the steam tube becomes blocked, use the hexagon key on the measuring spoon to remove it. Clean with a needle and replace. In case you lose the tip, there is a spare tip included with the machine.
NO CREMA A) Coffee old or too dry. Use fresh coffee. B) Coffee not pushed down firmly enough. Tamp coffee grounds more firmly. Use a finer grind. C) Coffee too coarse. Use a finer grind. D) Coffee blend not suited to espresso coffee. Change brand of espresso. LOUD PUMP NOISE A) No water in container. Fill with water. B) Water container not correctly in position. Raise water container and put into the correct position. NO OR VERY LITTLE COFFEE COMES THROUGH PORTA FILTER A) No water in container.
16. Recipes WATER CONTAINER DRIPS WHEN REMOVED Valve in base may be stuck. Use finger to push valve back into place. Espresso: 1 1/2 to 2 ounces, add sugar to taste. Espresso ristretto: small, strong, about 1 ounce Espresso lungo: medium and less concentrated, 2 to 2 1/2 ounces Cappuccino: Prepare one or two shots of espresso in a pre-warmed cappuccino cup. Add steamed and frothed milk to taste. Garnish with cocoa power or chocolate sprinkles. Latte: Prepare one or two shots of espresso in a large cup.
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. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty covers your CAPRESSO machine, model #115 espresso machine. The model # can be found on the bottom of the machine.
" Capresso Café, Model #115 Product Registration Reasons for buying this product: qConcept/Features qSaw it on TV qPrint advertising qRetailer recommendation qRecommended by a friend Please complete this registration after you have used your machine for a few days. Your information will help us to better serve you in the future. Thank you for buying from JURA-CAPRESSO.
