User manual KRUPS ESPRESSO VIVO 887

[. . . ] KRU PS Espresso Vivo Model #887 Instructions for Use Warranty Guarantee of Performance IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following: 0 Read all instructions and information in this instruction book and any other literature included in this carton referring to this product before operating or using this appliance. 0 To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. 0 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. [. . . ] As soon as water begins to flow from the filter holder, the boiler is full. When the yellow thermostat light goes off, you are ready to make espresso. Making Espresso Step 1 n Fill the water reservoir with fresh, cold water (figures I-3). While making espresso, water can be added to the reservoir by opening the hinged water chamber lid and adding water to the 10 water reservoir, using another receptacle to fill the container. Q CAUTION: If the water reservoir is ' empty and the pump is running, you will hear a very distinct noise, which is louder than the normal operating sound. Never let the pump run when the water reservoir is empty, as this can damage the pump. Step 2 n Set the pump switch to the "off" position and turn the unit "on" (figures 6 & 7). When the yellow indicator light goes out, the unit is ready for use. If you are preparing more than one cup of espresso, be sure to position two cups under the brewing spouts. When preparing cappuccino you will need a cup that has at least a 5 oz. n As soon as the yellow thermostat light goes out, set the pump switch to the B position, (see figure 15). When the desired amount of espresso has been brewed, turn the pump switch back to the off position. To remove the coffee from the filter basket, remove the filter holder from the machine by grasping the filter holder and turning to the left, until it dislodges. H Dispose of used coffee in a waste receptacle (see figure 161, using the thumb guard to hold the filter basket in place. Reinsert the empty filter holder back into the machine to keep it warm. Remove the filter holder from the appliance. Choose the desired filter basket which is required for making one or two cups of espresso and insert into filter holder (see figure 10). Depending on which filter basket you have chosen, add one measuring spoon of espresso coffee for each cup of espresso that you are preparing (figure 11). -The one cup filter basket only requires one KRUPS measuring spoon of espresso coffee. -The two cup filter basket only requires two KRUPS measuring spoons of espresso coffee. Gently press (tamp) the coffee into the filter holder using the bottom of the measuring spoon (see figure 121, and ensure that any loose coffee remaining on the outer edges are removed (see figure 13). Insert the filter holder back into the machine by raising it up at a 45 degree angle and turning it to the right, until the filter holder is locked into place (see figure 14). capacity underneath the filter holder spout. If you wish to continue making espresso, disregard the yellow thermostat light. It simply indicates that the thermostat is regulating the temperature. In addition to preparing espresso, you can also use your "Espresso Vivo" to froth milk for cappucino. [. . . ] Do not attempt this while steam nozzle is hot. Cleaning the Perfect Froth Attachment It is strongly advised that you wipe off the milk residue which may have collected on the "Perfect Froth" and steaming nozzle after the frothing process is completed. n For a thorough cleaning of the "Perfect Froth" attachment, remove the separate parts A, B, & C (see figure 22). 13 Under normal conditions you do not need to decalcify your "Espresso Vivo". However, in areas where there is hard water or if you use your machine very frequently we recommend decalcifying. You will know when such a cleaning is necessary by an obvious slow down in the brewing time. [. . . ]