User manual DELONGHI COFFEE MAKER EC7

[. . . ] Do not exceed the amounts shown as this could cause the appliance to malfunction. While filling the boiler make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. 5 Fill the filter with ground coffee using the measures described in the table (page 10) about 7 g per cup. Fill the filter evenly in small doses to prevent the ground coffee from overflowing. [. . . ] 13 Models without strength selector 1 Follow the steps 1-10 in the paragraph "Making Espresso Coffee". Note that the amount of water needed to make 2 cups of cappuccino is greater than that required for 2 cups of normal coffee as it is also necessary to produce the steam to froth the milk. 2 Place the steam nozzle in the milk ensuring that the nozzle opening is just under the surface of the milk, as shown in fig. 4 Froth the milk until there is sufficient froth, then turn the steam knob clockwise to close the steam valve. 5 Allow the coffee to drip through the filter holder into the carafe, it takes about 3 minutes, then switch the appliance OFF. Warning: always empty the boiler of any residual water or steam after using the appliance by slowly turning the steam knob which will release the residual steam. 6 Pour the coffee into 2 large cups then gently pour, or preferably spoon the frothy milk onto the coffee, then sprinkle on a little chocolate powder for perfect cappuccino coffee. 7 If more cups of cappuccinos are required follow the instructions above, first ensuring that the boiler has cooled down. fig. 16 Models fitted with strength selector 1 Follow the steps 1-10 in the paragraph "Making Espresso Coffee". For best results the strength selector should be set to "MEDIUM". 2 Allow the coffee to drip into the jug until it reaches the number 2 marked on the side of the jug, then select "CAPPUCCINO". Follow steps 2-3 in the paragraph "Models without strength selector" to froth the milk for cappuccino. Coffee Maker EC5/7 6 3 Froth the milk until the steam in the boiler has been completely used then turn the steam knob clockwise to close the steam valve and set the ON/OFF switch to "OFF". Follow steps 6-7 to finish your cappuccino. Cleaning the milk frother IMPORTANT: always clean the milk frother and steam nozzle immediately after use. · Unscrew the steam nozzle by turning clockwise (carefully to avoid being burnt). If necessary, clean them with the help of a pin · Wash the steam tube and steam nozzle thoroughly with warm water. · Re-attach the steam nozzle. Hints Making good espresso and cappuccino is not difficult however it does require practice. The following tips will help you get the best results from your machine: · Warm the cups before filling with coffee. · Freshly ground coffee provides the best flavour. To maintain flavour, fresh coffee is best stored in an airtight container in a cool place, even in the fridge. 7 Coffee Maker EC5/7 Cleaning the filter holder About every 300 coffees, clean the filter holder for ground coffee as follows: · Remove the filter · Clean the inside of 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. 17 Cleaning the espresso boiler outlet About every 300 coffees, the espresso boiler outlet must be cleaned as follows: · check that the coffee machine is not warm and unplug from the mains; · using a screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that hold the outlet of the espresso boiler (fig. [. . . ] Failure to observe the above points may affect the safe use of the appliance. If the cable should become damaged, or needs to be replaced, please contact a Service Centre authorized by the manufacturer. · When the appliance is not in use, turn off and disconnect the plug from the socket. · As with any electrical appliance, whilst the instructions aim to cover as many eventualities as possible, caution and common sense should be applied when operating your appliance, particularly in the vicinity of young children. 9 Coffee Maker EC5/7 Table To make Water quantity in the carafe Coffee quantity in the filter Milk quantity in the carafe 2 espressos 4 2 2 cappuccinos Water level must coincide with steam symbol on the carafe 4 2 Use Max. [. . . ]