User manual DELONGHI BARM 39 F

[. . . ] To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet. · DO NOT unscrew or remove boiler cap while the machine is in operation. Wait until brewing cycle is completed and all water and steam has been used up. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS A short power cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer, detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. [. . . ] Other types of pod may not give such good results. USING THE COFFEE-MAKER FOR THE FIRST TIME Remove the packaging and take out the bag containing the accessories. When the appliance is new, the following accessories must be washed with lukewarm water and detergent then rinsed thoroughly: filter holder, measuring, filters, water tank, 2 cup adaptor, pressing spoon. The internal circuit of the coffeemaker must then be pre-washed as follows: 7 39 USA/GB 9-06-2000 10:22 Pagina 8 MAKING ESPRESSO COFFEE Helpful hints · Always use fresh water and keep the tank clean. · Before dispensing the coffee, always wait for the OK light to come on: this indicates that the water in the boiler has reached the ideal temperature for coffee-making. · In order to obtain a perfect cup of coffee, avoid the use of plastic or paper cups. · Before making coffee, warm the cups, filter holder and filters. The accessories can be heated with hot tap water or in the following way: · Turn on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF switch (11) (fig. · Insert the 1- or 2-cup filter, or the `illycaffè' pods filter (as required) in the filter holder and, without adding coffee, attach the filter holder to the machine as explained above. · Press the delivery switch again, then remove and drain the filter-holder, the filter and the cups. It is important that you use coffee ground especially for home espresso machines. Arabica coffee is recommended as it has a low level of caffeine; it is also sweet, has low acidity and is easy to digest. The ideal amount of coffee is 6. 5 g for one cup, and about 13 g for two cups (1 or 2 measures). Your machine is equipped with an `anti-cooling' adaptor (24) allowing you to dispense the coffee into two cups. To attach this to the filter holder, just align the guide on the adaptor with the pin on the filter holder, push the adaptor up and turn it (see fig. 11). Using the pressure gauge (if fitted) When making expresso coffee, the pressure at which the pump forces the water through the coffee is extremely important. Your coffee machine is fitted with a 3-section pressure gauge which enables you to check that the delivery pressure is correct (fig. 12): Sector 1: Sector 2: Sector 3: Pressure too low Pressure correct Pressure too high Also, regulation of the pressure allows you to obtain a cup of coffee to suit your personal taste. Check the position of the pressure indicator while the coffee is being delivered: if the indicator in in the upper part of sector 2: Sector · your coffee will be weak If the indicator is in the lower part of sector 2: · your coffee will be strong Sector By varying the delivery time, you can vary the strength and the concentration of the coffee you obtain, depending on the position of the pressure indicator. Procedure · Swi tch o n the mac hine b y pressing the ON/OFF switch (fig. This lamp indicates that the machine is ready to perform the selected function (in this case, to make coffee). · Insert the 1- or 2-cup filter, or the `illycaffè' pods filter (as required) in the filter holder (fig. 13) · Heat the filter holder and filter by attaching them, empty, to the machine and pressing the dispenser switch for a few seconds. [. . . ] This warranty runs for one year from the date of delivery and applies only to the original purchaser. This warranty does not cover defects or damage of the Espresso Coffee Machine which result from repairs or alterations to the machine outside our factory or authorized service centers, nor shall it apply to any Espresso Coffee Machine which has been subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accidents. Also, consequential and incidental damages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. [. . . ]