User manual DELONGHI BCO 85B S

[. . . ] The lack of respect for this point may compromise the safe use of the appliance. · The user must never replace the power supply cable of this appliance. If the cable should become damaged, or in case it needs to be replaced, please contact a Service Centre authorised by the manufacturer. · When the appliance is not in use, turn OFF and disconnect the plug from the socket. [. . . ] · If the "ON/OFF" switch for drip coffee is pressed after the percolation, and the carafe is INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE PREPARATION The coffee machine is designed to make filter coffee, espresso coffee and cappuccino. Filter (drip) coffee is a "long" relatively mild coffee, which can be enjoyed throughout the day. Espresso is a strong dark coffee with a distinctive caramelcoloured froth, known as the "crema". Cappuccino is a creamy, smooth coffee which can be enjoyed at any time. The perfect cappuccino is 1/3 espresso, 1/3 hot milk and 1/3 frothed milk. USING THE FIRST TIME Before making coffee for the first time it is necessary to wash all of the accessories and the internal circuits of the machine as follows: · for the filter coffee - make at least two carafes of coffee, without using the ground coffee in the filter (follow the instructions in the paragraph "How to prepare filter coffee"). · For the espresso coffee - make at least four cups of espresso coffee without using ground coffee in the filter (follow the instructions in the paragraph "How to prepare espresso coffee). 6 BCO85 GB 3-07-2002 13:45 Pagina 7 on the warming plate, the coffee will be mantained at an ideal drinking temperature. HOW TO PREPARE ESPRESSO COFFEE 1. 8) fill with water according to the number of cups of espresso coffee that are required (see the chart page 10). Fill the filter with the ground coffee, using the measures indicated in the chart page 10 and pack it evenly in the filter (fig. It is important to use high quality ground coffee with a medium grind in order to avoid blocking the filter during the brewing. To attach the filter holder to the appliance, position it under the boiler outlet with the handle towards the left (fig 13). Push upwards, and at the same time, turn the handle as far right as possible. It does not matter if the filter holder is not centrally aligned with the machine. It is important that the filter holder is firmly attached to the appliance. Place the small carafe under the filter holder, the filter will slot inside the carafe lid (14). Position the "Vario System" selector knob according to the type of espresso coffee desired: "LIGHT" for a weaker coffee and "STRONG" for a stronger tasting brew (fig. Make sure that the steam release knob on the side of the machine is closed. After approximately two minutes, the espresso coffee will begin to flow out (fig. ATTENTION: to avoid spraying, do not detach the filter holder while the machine is brewing coffee. 13. When the coffee no longer flows out from the filter holder, push the espresso/cappuccino ON/OFF switch to turn off the steam boiler (fig. To remove the used coffee in the filter, detach the filter holder, from the machine hold the filter in place with the special lever incorporated on the handle and let the coffee fall out by turning the filter holder upside down and knocking gently. NOTE: Before removing the filter holder, it is important to eliminate all of the residual steam from inside the steam boiler. Allow the steam to blow out completely by rotating the steam release knob in an anti-clockwise direction (fig 19). [. . . ] · Place the small carafe under the filter holder; · Turn the machine on and position the Vario System selector to the "LIGHT" position. · After a few minutes, the hot vinegar will begin to flow, through the filter holder, into the carafe. · When all of the solution has gone through the machine, turn off the appliance and let it cool down. · Repeat these operations at least two times using clean water instead of vinegar to remove every trace of vinegar left in the circuits. [. . . ]