User manual DELONGHI COFFEE MAKER EC190

[. . . ] · When changing the position of the power cable, check that it is properly secured by the special clips underneath the appliance (Fig. 1 3 Coffee Maker How to prepare espresso coffee Filling the water tank To remove the water tank lift the lid (fig. 2) and simply pull upwards (fig 3) and fill the tank at the sink (fig 4). The tank may also be filled without removing it, simply by pouring water into it directly from a jug. Replace the tank by connecting the valve at the bottom of the tank with the hole in the base on the machine. [. . . ] Immerse the steam nozzle about 5 mm deep into the milk and turn the steam release knob in an anti-clockwise direction (fig. 17) (by turning the knob to a greater or lesser extent, it is possible to vary the quantity of steam that comes out from the nilk frother). At this point, the milk will begin to increase in volume and to appear frothy. When the volume of milk has doubled, immerse the steam nozzle and continue heating the milk. Once the desired temperature has been reached (the ideal temperature is 60°C or when the stainless steel jub is too hot to touch comfortably), stop the steam by turning the steam release knob in a clockwise direction and at the same time positioning the selector to the "O" off position (fig. Pour the frothed milk into the cups containing the espresso coffee. Your cappuccino is now ready. Add sugar to taste and, if desired, sprinkle a little powdered chocolate or cinnamon on top of the froth. Note: to prepare more than one cappuccino, first make all the coffees then at the end prepare the frothed milk for all the cappuccinos. IMPORTANT: always clean the milk frother and steam nozzle immediately after use. Discharge a little steam for a few seconds by rotating the steam knob (fig. Turn on the coffee unit by turning the selector knob to the boiler "ON" position (fig. 7) and at the same time turn the steam knob in an anticlockwise direction (fig. To stop the flow of hot water, turn the steam knob in a clockwise direction and position the selector knob at boiler "O" position (fig. 19 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the filter holder About every 300 coffees or when the coffee drips out of the filter holder or not at all, clean the ground coffee filter holder as follows: · Remove the filter from the filter holder. · Rinse all components and clean the metal filter thoroughly in hot water using a brush (fig. Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee. fig. 20 Cleaning the espresso boiler outlet At least twice a year, the espresso boiler outlet must be cleaned as follows: · Check that the coffee machine is not warm and the plug is removed from the mains. · Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw that holds the outlet of the espresso boiler (fig. · Replace the outlet of the espresso boiler ensuring the screw is replaced firmly. Remove the drip-trays, empty them and wash them periodically ATTENTION: during cleaning, never immerse the unit in water ­ it is an electrical appliance. 7 Coffee Maker fig. 23 Descaling It is advisable to clean the calcium from the machine every 200 cups of coffee. It is recommended that specific (store-bought) products for descaling of espresso coffee machines be used. [. . . ] The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely retained in each terminal. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. [. . . ]