Professional Espresso & Cappuccino Machine Model #126.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE! 2. DO NOT touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs. Do not touch the warming platform as it is HOT! 3. Before using the appliance, check that the voltage of the wall outlet corresponds to rated voltage marked on the machine. 4.
Fig. 1 Water tank lid Cup warming tray ON/OFF button Selector dial Coffee/Steam button Removable water tank Portafilter with sieve Frothing grip Frothing wand Grid Coffee scoop/ tamper Drip tray Fig. 2 Double spout portafilter with 2-cup sieve 1. Tips for obtaining the best brew: • Always use fresh high-quality coffee, preferably ground right before brewing. • Use “espresso grind” coffee for pump espresso machines which is finely ground with a similar texture to fine sugar.
d. To turn the machine off, make sure the selector dial is in the center ( ) position and press the ON/OFF button until the red indicator light turns off. NOTE: During brewing or steaming, the Coffee/Steam indicator light may start flashing, specifying the heating system is on, maintaining the proper temperature for brewing or steaming. 3. Before Using for the First Time: After carefully unpacking your Café Select, wash all removable parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
g. Remove the cup(s) and enjoy. You may brew another espresso once the blue indicator light has stopped flashing and the indicator light is solid blue. h. Carefully and slowly, remove the portafilter from the appliance by moving the handle to the left. CAUTION! Hot water may still be on top of the coffee grinds in the sieve. Be careful. i. Turn the portafilter upside down and tap out the used coffee grounds. j. Rinse sieve and portafilter under warm water and make sure the holes are free of coffee deposits.
TIP: Milk will start to scorch around 176°F so we suggest to stop frothing when the temperature reaches 170°F. b. When the desired temperature is reached, turn the selector dial to the center ( ) position. CAUTION! Never remove the frothing wand from the milk while the selector dial is still in the steam position ( ). Always turn the Selector Dial to the center ( ) position before removing the frothing wand from the milk or it could cause hot milk to splatter.
e. Push the ON/OFF button and turn the selector dial to the left, cup ( ) position. Allow 1/3 to 1/2 of the solution to be pumped through the system and the brew head. NOTE: There is no need to wait for the blue indicator light to illuminate. f. Turn the selector dial to the center ( ) position to stop the process. g. Let the machine sit for approximately 10 minutes. Decalcifying the Frothing Wand h. Fill a pitcher with 6 to 8 oz. of cold water and immerse the frothing wand into the cold water. i.
Symptom Espresso only brews out in drops. No crema. Acid (vinegar) taste in espresso coffee. Espresso not hot enough. Cause Corrections Coffee grounds are too fine or packed down too firmly. Do not tamp coffee grounds so firmly. Use a coarser grind of coffee. Machine is blocked by calcium deposits. Decalcify the appliance. See chapter 11. Coffee is old or too dry. Use fresh coffee that is ground right before brewing. Coffee is not tamped firmly enough. Water pushes through the coffee too fast.
Symptom The appliance does not operate (no power). Not enough froth when frothing milk. Cause Corrections The Coffee/Steam button is not set for the correct function. Ensure the Coffee/Steam button is set for Steam. The indicator light should be solid white. The white Steam indicator is not illuminated. Only after the Steam button is pushed and illuminated in solid white will the machine be ready to steam. Frothing wand blocked by milk or calcium deposits.
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