Operating instructions
4. PLEASE, DON’T... (or you void your warranty protection):
• Never fill instant coffee into the grinder or ground coffee funnel;
it can damage the functioning of the brewing chamber.
• Never fill sugar coated coffee beans into the bean container.
• Never fill frozen beans into the bean container. If you store
beans in the freezer, let them thaw for 3 to 4 hours before
filling them into the bean container.
• Never fill anything other than coffee beans into the bean con-
tainer (no chocolate, rice, nuts, spices, etc.)
• Never fill anything but fresh, cold clean water into the water
container, except when decalcifying (chapter 20b).
• Never use mineral or carbonated water. You can use tap
water, spring water, distilled water and reverse osmosis water.
• Never repair or open the machine yourself. All repairs should
be performed only by an authorized service center.
PLEASE, DO...
• Fill water tank with fresh, cold water only.
• Remove any foreign particles (small stones) from coffee beans.
• Let frozen beans thaw for 3 to 4 hours before pouring them
into the bean container.
All Display Messages Are Shown in GREEN
5. FACTORY SETTINGS
Each machine leaves the factory with the following settings:
Filter: ..................... NO
Hardness Level: .... 2
Aroma: ................... Strong
Temperature: ......... High
Big Cup: ................ 240 ml (8 oz.)
Coffee Cup: ........... 150 ml (5 oz.)
Espresso Cup: ....... 60 ml (2 oz.)
1-Cup: ................... 120 ml (4 oz.)
2-Cup: ................... 240 ml (8 oz.)
Water Portion: ....... 150 ml (5 oz.)
Steam: ................... 60 seconds
Time: ..................... not set
Unit On: ................. not set
Auto Off: ................ 2 hours after last use
Language: ............. English
CUP ILLUMINATION (Fig. 13)
The cup illumination adds a dramatic touch to brewing coffee.
Providing the machine is plugged in, you can activate the cup
illumination for 1 minute by pressing any button.
6. PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME
• Make sure all accessories, literature and any other items are
removed from the machine and the water tank.
• Make sure the machine sits on an even, flat surface and the
drawer, tray and used coffee container are inserted.
• Plug-in machine.
• Do NOT fill water tank now.
Important: Do not install the Claris Filter cartridge now. It can
block the machine.
• Turn the machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button (Fig. 3a).
The display shows WWW.IMPRESSA-F-LINE.COM then
FILL WATER.
• Remove water tank, fill with fresh, cold water and replace.
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