User manual DELONGHI COFFEE MAKER EC200B

[. . . ] To get the very best out of your new coffee machine it is advisable to read these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety. DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE The following terms are used throughout the instruction manual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Filter holder for ground coffee 1-cup filter 2-cup filter Filter holder for pods (if fitted) Steam release knob Coffee tamper Removable drip tray - black area inside for positioning cups Power supply cable OK' light (coffee/water or steam) Boiler on function Selector knob Espresso function "O" OFF position Cappuccino function (for milk frothing) Coffee measuring spoon Boiler outlet Delivery tube Cappuccino function (for milk frothing) Water tank Lid for water tank · Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands · The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. · Your children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. · In case of breakdown or malfunctioning, turn off the appliance immediately and do not touch it. [. . . ] Allow water to flow until the orange "OK" light goes out, then stop the flow of water by turning the selector knob to the boiler on function (fig 5) 7 HOW TO PREPARE ESPRESSO COFFEE FILLING THE WATER TANK: To remove the water tank lid (fig. 2) 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. WARNING: it is completely normal for there to be water in the compartment under the tank; as a result, this compartment should be dried using a clean sponge. Note: Do not operate the appliance without water in the tank and always remember to fill the tank when the water level goes below the MIN level PREHEATING THE COFFEE MACHINE To ensure your espresso coffee is dispensed at the right temperature it is essential that the coffee unit is preheated. Turn the selector knob so that the indented line on the selector knob points to the boiler on function (fig. 5). Attach the empty filter holder (without coffee) to the machine by positioning it under the boiler outlet with the handle towards the left (fig 6). 2. Attach the empty filter holder (without coffee) to the machine by positioning it under the boiler outlet with the handle towards the left (fig 5). Push upwards and at the same time turn the handle as far right as possible. It does not matter if the handle is not centrally aligned with the machine, as long as the filter holder is firmly attached to the appliance. Use the same cup that the coffee will be served in, so that it may be preheated. 3. Wait until the orange "OK" light comes on (fig 7) and turn the selector knob to the espresso function position (fig 8) Allow water to flow until the orange "OK" light goes out, then stop the flow of water by turning the selector knob to the boiler on function (fig 5) EC190/200 GB 5-12-2001 13:44 Pagina 8 6. To detach the filter holder, turn the handle from right to left. ATTENTION: to avoid spraying, never detach the filter holder while the machine is brewing coffee. 7. To remove the used coffee, hold the filter locked with the special lever that is built into the handle and let the coffee fall out by knocking the overturned filter holder (Fig. 8. To switch off the coffee machine, turn the selector knob on the appliance to the OFF position "O" (fig. HOW TO PREPARE COFFEE USING THE FILTER HOLDER FOR PODS (if fitted): · Preheat the machine as described in the `Preheating the Coffee Machine' section, making sure to leave the filter holder attached to the unit. Following this procedure ensures that the coffee is delivered at a hotter temperature, as well as guaranteeing that the seal of the filter holder gaskets is more effective. · Press the filter holder button and insert the pod into the filter (fig 15). Note: Use pods which conform to the ESE standard: this will be indicated on the packaging by the following symbol: HOW TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO 1. Prepare espresso coffee, using cups that are large enough for cappuccinos (see "How to prepare espresso coffee). 16) Wait until the orange "OK" light comes on, to indicate that the boiler has reached the ideal temperature for producing steam. In choosing the container, bear in mind that the volume of the milk will increase by 2 or 3 times. NOTE: We suggest you use semi-skimed milk at refrigerator temperature. [. . . ] · Change the quality of ground coffee · Only use ground coffee for espresso coffee makers. · Rinse the unit as described in the "descaling" section. The espresso coffee is cold. · The `OK' pilot light was not on when the coffee delivery switch was pressed. · The preheating was not carried out ·The cups were not preheated The pump is too noisy. · The water tank is empty. · The tank is inserted wrongly and the valve at the bottom is not open. [. . . ]