EKS 2000 - Coffee maker Rommelsbacher - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Coffee maker (filter)
Brand	Rommelsbacher
Model	EKS 2000
Capacity	1.25 liters (approx. 10 cups)
Power consumption	1000 W
Voltage	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H)	25 x 30 x 35 cm
Weight	approx. 2.5 kg
Water tank	Removable, transparent with level indicator
Filter type	Permanent filter (reusable) or paper filter size #4
Carafe	Glass, 1.25 L capacity, with drip-free spout
Keep-warm function	Integrated hot plate with automatic shut-off after 2 hours
Anti-drip system	Yes, removable filter basket with anti-drip valve
Controls	On/off switch with indicator light
Safety features	Automatic shut-off when carafe is removed or after brew cycle
Housing material	Stainless steel and plastic
Cleaning	Descaling recommended every 2-3 months; removable parts dishwasher safe
Spare parts availability	Carafe, filter basket, and water tank available

Frequently Asked Questions - EKS 2000 Rommelsbacher

How do I descale the Rommelsbacher EKS 2000 coffee maker?

Use a descaling solution (vinegar or citric acid) and run a brew cycle without coffee. Then run 2-3 cycles with fresh water. Refer to manual section 'Cleaning' for detailed steps.

Can I use paper filters in addition to the permanent filter?

Yes, you can use standard #4 paper filters instead of the permanent filter. Place them in the filter basket before adding ground coffee.

Why is the coffee not hot enough?

Ensure the carafe is properly placed on the hot plate. If the keep-warm function is disabled, the coffee may cool. Also, pre-warming the carafe with hot water can help maintain temperature.

How do I clean the permanent filter?

Rinse the permanent filter under running water and use a soft brush if needed. For deep cleaning, soak in warm soapy water or run it through the dishwasher (top rack).

What is the capacity of the water tank?

The water tank holds up to 1.25 liters, which yields approximately 10 cups of coffee (based on standard 125 ml per cup).

How do I turn off the keep-warm function?

The keep-warm function activates automatically after brewing. To turn it off, press the on/off switch; the hot plate will cool down. There is no separate keep-warm switch.

Can I brew directly into a travel mug?

No, the EKS 2000 is designed for use with the included glass carafe. The anti-drip valve requires the carafe to be in place to prevent spillage.

What type of coffee grind should I use?

Use a medium grind, similar to drip coffee grind. Too fine may cause overflow; too coarse may result in weak coffee.

The coffee maker is leaking water. What should I check?

Check the water tank for cracks, ensure the filter basket is properly inserted, and verify the carafe lid is closed. Also, descale if there is mineral buildup.

How do I replace the carafe?

The carafe is available as a spare part. To replace, simply lift the old carafe off the hot plate and place the new one. Ensure it fits securely.

USER MANUAL EKS 2000 Rommelsbacher

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EKS 2000 Espresso Maschine Espresso machine

D – Produktbeschreibung GB – Product description

General safety advices ....24

Safety advices for using the appliance....25

Application possibilities 25

Features 26

Operating elements.... 27

Status display of the temperature pilot lamp 27

Initial use of the appliance....27

Bleeding the system....28

Inserting the water filter 29

Refilling the water tank....30

Making espresso/coffee 31

Power save mode 26,33

Programming the cup capacity....33

Frothing milk....33

Making hot water 35

Cleaning and maintenance 36

Emptying the drip pan.... 37

Emptying the system....37

Descaling the appliance 37

Trouble shooting 40

Recipes....43

Einleitung

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We are pleased you decided in favour of this superior espresso machine with portafi Iter and would like to thank you for your confi dence. Its easy operation and wide range of applications will certainly fi ll you with enthusiasm as well. To make sure you can enjoy using this appliance for a long time, please read

through the following notes carefully and observe them. Keep this instruction manual safely. Hand out all documents to third persons when passing on the appliance. Thank you very much.

Intended use

The appliance is designed for making espresso, coffee, hot water and milk froth (domestic use only). Other uses or modifications of the appliance are not intended and harbour considerable risks. For damage arising from not intended use, the manufacturer does not assume liability. The appliance is not designed for commercial use.

Technical data

Only connect the appliance to an isolated ground receptacle installed according to regulations.

The rated voltage must comply with the details on the rating label. Only connect to alternating current.

Nominal voltage: 230 V\~50 Hz

Nominal power: 1275 W

Max. pump pressure: 19 bar

Power save function: power save mode after 10 minutes

Usable length of the power cord: ca. 1.0 m

Dimensions: 26 x 25.5 x 30 cm

Weight: ca. 5.3 kg

Scope of supply

Check the scope of supply for completeness as well as the soundness of the product and all components (see product description page 2) immediately after unpacking.

Packing material

Do not simply throw the packing material away but recycle it.

Deliver paper, cardboard and corrugated cardboard packing to collecting facilities.

Also put plastic packing material and foils into the intended collecting basins.

In the examples for the plastic marking PE stands for polyethylene, the code figure 02 for PE-HD, 04 for PE-LD, PP for polypropylene, PS for polystyrene.

For your safety

Warning: Read all safety advices and instructions. Non-observance of the safety advices and instructions may cause electric shock, fi re and/or bad injuries.

General safety advices:

• Packing material like e. g. foil bags should be kept away from children.
  • Always keep children under 8 away from the product and the power cord.
• Children from the age of 8 and persons not having the knowledge or experience in operating the appliance or having handicaps of physical, sensorial or mental nature must not operate the appliance without supervision or instruction by a person, responsible for their safety. Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
  • Children should be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Prior to each use, check the appliance and the attachments for soundness, it must not be operated if it has been

dropped or shows visible damage. In these cases, the power supply must be disconnected and the appliance has to be checked by a specialist.

• Pull the power plug after each use. Never let the cable hang down over the edge of the work surface so that the appliance cannot be pulled down accidentally.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces, sharp edges and mechanical forces. Check the power cord regularly for damage and deteriorations. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of an electric shock.
• Do not misuse the power cord for unplugging the appliance.
• This electrical appliance complies with the relevant safety standards. In case of signs of damage to the appliance or the power cord, unplug the appliance immediately. Repairs may be affected by authorised specialist shops only. Improper repairs may result in considerable dangers for the user.
• Improper use and disregard of the instruction manual void all warranty claims.

Safety advices for using the appliance:

Warning – hazard of injury and burns!

Casing, brew head, portafi Iter, fi Iter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

• Place the appliance on a solid and even surface and do not operate it in the vicinity of sources of heat (oven, gas flame etc.) or in explosive environments where infl ammable liquids or gases are located.
• Keep a distance of at least 0.5 m to all sides in order to avoid damage through heat or steam and to grant an unobstructed work area.
• Prior to switching the appliance on make sure that ...
  ... the appliance is assembled correctly. This applies especially for the portafilter and the filter in-sert – they must always be locked firmly in the brew head
  ... the rotary knob is in position "O"
  ... there is enough water in the water tank
  ... the drip pan is inserted and there is no residual water in it.
• Only operated the unit with cold, clean tap water.
• Do not operate this unit with an external timer or a separate telecontrol system.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation
• Never operate the appliance without water or with wet hands.
• Never immerse the appliance, power cord and power plug in water for cleaning.

Application possibilities

The appliance is perfect for ...

... making coffee/espresso with finely ground coffee/espresso beans

... making espresso with espresso pads E.S.E. (55 mm ∅)

... making coffee/espresso with coffee/espresso softpads (68 - 70 mm ∅)

... making hot water with the hot water/steam nozzle

... frothing milk with the hot water/steam nozzle.

Features

Power save function

The appliance has a power save function. The power save mode is activated 10 minutes after the last use, i. e. the thermoblock switches off, the temperature in the heating circuit cools down slowly. The appliance can be activated again any time and is ready for use after a few seconds. This saves energy and protects the environment.

Single circuit system

By means of the single circuit system, coffee/espresso, hot water and milk froth can be prepared. After preparing hot water or milk froth, the thermoblock has to cool down a little before coffee/espresso can be prepared.

19 bar pump pressure

For aromatic espresso with perfect crema, high pressure is required. The appliance is equipped with a high-quality pump generating high pressure up to max. 19 bar to press the hot water through the coffee/espresso powder in the portafilter. This ensures perfect results.

Aluminium die-cast thermoblock

The thermoblock is ready for use after a short heating-up period. The massive construction of the thermoblock ensures an always constant temperature for making espresso.

Pre-brew function

Before the actual brewing procedure, the coffee/espresso powder is sprinkled with hot water for a few seconds. Thus, the coffee/espresso powder steeps what dissolves the flavouring agents better. Afterwards, the brewing procedure is continued with high pressure and coffee/espresso is prepared.

Programmable cup capacity

The cup capacity can be adjusted individually via the integrated electronics.

Preparation starts at the push of a button and the appliance stops automatically when the set capacity is reached. The pre-set capacity for 1 cup is 50 ml and 100 ml for 2 cups.

Water filter

The appliance comes with an exchangeable water filter. It cleans and demineralises the water. It ensures a consistently good water quality and prevents the appliance from calcifying quickly. The filter must be exchanged regularly to ensure flawless function.

Electronic water level control

The appliance features an electronic water level control. If there is not sufficient water in the water tank, this state will be indicated by a quickly blinking pilot lamp.

Height-adjustable cup tray

The cup tray can be adapted to the size of the used cup. Thus, optimal filling of the cup is ensured.

Cup warmer function

The tray on the upper site of the appliance can be used as cup warmer. The waste heat of the internal thermoblock heats this area as long as the appliance is in use and not in power save mode.

Operating elements

Operating panel

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    ③[③] --> C["Water drop with steam drop icon"]
    ④[④] --> D["Boiling with water drop icon"]
    ⑤[⑤] --> E["Boiling with water drop icon"]

Rotary knob

	Operating panel:
1 switch for 1-cup supply
2 switch for 2-cup supply
3	switch for supply of- left position: coffee/espresso and hot water- right position: steam for milk froth
4 temperature pilot lamp
5	switch for operation- position “0”: off- position “I”: on
	Rotary knob:
6	rotary knob for hot water/steam- left position: off- right position: on

Status display of the temperature pilot lamp

• permanent glowing: thermoblock is ready for use
- blinking every second: heating-up period of the thermoblock
- slow blinking every 2 seconds: power save mode without heating
- quick blinking every 0.5 second: water is missing or rotary knob is not positioned correctly.

Initial use of the appliance

• Remove all stickers and tapes and clean the appliance as well as all accessories. Please refer to "Cleaning and maintenance" for further information.
• Bleed the system. Please refer to "Bleeding the system" for further information.
• For better water quality insert the enclosed water filter. Please refer to "Inserting the water filter" for further information.
• The appliance can also be used without water filter.

Bleeding the system

• In order to ensure perfect operation of the appliance it is important that the system is bled prior to initial use or after a longer non-use period.
• If the water tank gets empty during use, the system will suck air which must be removed by bleeding the system.

Warning: Casing, brew head, portafilter, filter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

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Step 1: Remove the water tank (previously remove the portafilter if necessary).

Step 2: Fill the water tank with fresh tap water. Observe the "MAX" marking!

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Step 3: Insert the water tank. Make sure the water tank is inserted as far as it will go on the gasket.

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Step 4: Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 5: Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot wa-ter/steam nozzle.

Step 6: Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

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Step 7: Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Step 8: Start hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right. Dispense hot water until it comes without air. Use the water for warming the cups.

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Step 9: Stop hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the left.

Inserting the water filter

• Make sure the appliance had been bled correctly before inserting the water filter (please refer to "Bleeding the system")!
• As this is an activated carbon filter, the water may take on colour when starting to rinse the filter. This is normal and will be cleared by rinsing the filter.
• For perfect function, the filter granulate must be completely soaked. Thus, follow all below steps consecutively.
• The date of exchange can be set on the upper side of the filter (1 – 12).
• Exchange the water filter after 30 litres or after 2 months at the latest.
• Replacement filters are available in specialised trade or from our customer service.

Warning: Casing, brew head, portafilter, filter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

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Step 1: Unpack the filter cartridge.

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Step 2: Prepare filter cartridge. Steep the filter cartridge for 15 minutes at least in cold tap water.

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Step 3: Remove the water tank (previously remove the portafilter if necessary). Empty residual water.

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Step 4: Position the filter cartridge firmly in the intended holder at the bottom of the water tank.

Step 5: Fill the water tank with fresh tap water up to the "MAX" marking.

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Step 6: Insert the water tank. Make sure the water tank is inserted as far as it will go on the gasket.

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Step 7: Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 8: Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.

Step 9: Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

Step 10: Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Step 11: Start hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right. Dispense hot water for 1 minute. Use the water for warming the cups.

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Step 12:
Stop hot water supply.
Turn the rotary knob to the left.

Repeat step 11 + 12
3 times.

Step 13:
If the appliance is not needed any more, switch it off and pull the mains plug.

Refilling the water tank

• Avoid that the water tank is drained completely during use! We recommend checking the water level prior to each use and refilling water up to the "MAX" marking.
• The appliance has an electronic water level control. If water is missing in the water tank, the pilot lamp will blink in short intervals and the pump will stop.
• For refilling the water tank, there is no need to take out the water filter.
  • After refilling the water tank, bleed the system if necessary.

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Warning: Casing, brew head, portafilter, filter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

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Step 1:
Remove the water tank (previously remove the portafilter if necessary).
Empty residual water.

Step 2:
Fill the water tank with fresh tap water.
Observe the "MAX" marking!

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Step 3:
Insert the water tank.
Make sure the water tank is inserted as far as it will go on the gasket.

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Step 4: (bleeding)
Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 5: (bleeding)
Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.

Step 6: (bleeding)
Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

Step 7: (bleeding)
Switch the appliance on.
The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Step 8: (bleeding)
Start hot water supply.
Turn the rotary knob to the right. Dispense hot water until it comes without air. Use the water for warming the cups.

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Step 9: (bleeding)
Stop hot water supply.
Turn the rotary knob to the left.

Making espresso/coffee

• For a perfect result, we recommend ...

... initial use without filter insert and powder for preheating the system (see step 4a - 4d)
... preheating the cups
... using fresh tap water
... using freshly ground powder
... exchange water in the tank regularly.

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Step 1:
Prepare the appliance.

Step 2:
Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

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Step 3:
Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Preheating the system:

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Step 4a: (preheating)
Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 4b: (preheating)
Place a vessel below the outlet of the portafilter.

Step 4c: (preheating)
Start single serving function. Tip the switch shortly. The appliance stops automatically afterwards.

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Step 4d: (preheating)
Remove the vessel below the outlet of the portafilter.

Making espresso:

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Step 5:
Remove the portafilter. Remove residual water from the portafilter if necessary.

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Step 6:
Choose a filter insert: - small insert for 1 cup - small insert for 1 pad - large insert for 2 cups.

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Step 7:
Place the filter insert in the portafilter and press it on firmly.

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Step 8a: (with powder)
Use the enclosed coffee scoop for filling in powder. 1 coffee scoop (7 g) per cup

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Step 8b: (with powder)
Press the powder on with the enclosed tamper. The rim of the filter insert must be clean.

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Step 8c: (with pad)
Instead of powder, a suitable espresso pad can be used. It must not be pressed on. The rim of the filter insert must remain free.

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Step 9:
Position the portafilter with filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

Step 10:
If necessary, the cup tray ② can be adjusted in height. For this, push both buttons ① simultaneously until they unlock.

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Step 11:
Place the cup/cups below the portafilter.

Step 12a: (1 cup)
Start espresso supply. Tip the switch for 1 cup shortly. The appliance stops automatically afterwards. By tipping the switch again, the process can be stopped.

OR

Step 12b: (2 cups)
Start espresso supply. Tip the switch for 2 cups shortly. The appliance stops automatically afterwards. By tipping the switch again, the process can be stopped.

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Pre-brew function:
The brewing process is interrupted after ca. 4 seconds for a few seconds. The powder is sprinkled with water and first flavouring agents are dissolved.

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Step 13:

Afterwards remove the portafilter, empty it and clean it under running water.

The portafilter drips slightly.

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Power save mode:

After 10 min. without operation, the appliance switches to power save mode, without heating of the thermoblock. The pilot lamp blinks slowly (every 2 sec.). By tipping the switch for 1 or 2 cups, the appliance can be activated again. After a short heating-up phase, the appli-ance is ready for use.

Step 14:

If the appliance is not needed any more, switch it off and pull the mains plug.

Step 15:

Clean the appliance and the accessories.

Programming the cup capacity

• The pre-set capacity for 1 cup is 50 ml and 100 ml for 2 cups.
• The max. programmable capacity for 1 cup is 150 ml and 250 ml for 2 cups.
• The newly programmed capacity is memorised permanently.

Step 1:

Prepare the appliance.

Step 2:

Start espresso supply. Apply the switch for 1 cup and hold it. Release the switch as soon as the desired capacity is reached. The appliance stops and the new capacity is programmed.

Step 3:

Further steps.

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    A["0"] --> B["OK"]
    B --> C["Cancel"]
    C --> D["OK/OK"]
    D --> E["OK/OK"]

Programming the cup capacity for 2 cups is done the same way, however, with the switch for 2 cups.

Frothing milk

• For having perfect results, we recommend ...
  ... using refrigerated milk only
  ... using a stainless steel pot.
• Dip the hot water/steam nozzle in the milk and start frothing in the upper third of the milk. Hold the pot a little slant and slightly move it up and down. The nozzle must remain under the milk surface as otherwise the milk froth will be too large-pored. (After a few trials and with a little practice, you will quickly find the correct method).

• Attention: Make sure that the holes in the nozzle are always clean and not clogged.
• Attention: For moving the nozzle, only touch it at the upper plastic part.
• Attention: After frothing, the system must be cooled manually (see steps 12 – 15).

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Warning: Casing, brew head, portafi lter, fi lter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

Step 1: Prepare the appliance.

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Step 2: Position the portafi Iter without fi Iter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 3: Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.

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    A["Step 0"] --> B["Step 1"]
    B --> C["Step 2"]
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Step 4: Choose the function "steam".

Step 5: Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

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Step 6: Start steam supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right. Produce steam for 2 - 3 seconds to remove residual water from the system.

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Step 7: Stop steam supply. Turn the rotary knob to the left.

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Step 8: Remove the vessel.

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Step 9: For frothing milk, dip the nozzle in the pot with milk.

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Step 10: Start steam supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right.

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Step 11: Stop steam supply. Turn the rotary knob to the left.

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Step 12: (cleaning/cooling) Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.

Step 13: (cleaning/cooling) Choose the function "espresso/ hot water". The pilot lamp blinks.

Step 14: (cleaning/cooling) Start hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right. Dispense hot water for 10 seconds.

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Step 15: (cleaning/cooling) Stop hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the left. The appliance is ready for use.

Step 16: If the appliance is not needed any more, switch it off and pull the mains plug.

Step 17: Clean the appliance and the accessories.

Making hot water

• With this appliance, hot water for tea etc. can be made.
  • Water out of the hot water/steam nozzle has a temperature of ca. 85 °C.
  • Max. 250 ml of hot water can be dispensed.
• Attention: Make sure that the holes in the nozzle are always clean and not clogged.
• Attention: For moving the nozzle, only touch it at the upper plastic part.

Warning: Casing, brew head, portafi lter, fi lter inserts and hot water/steam nozzle are getting hot during use!

Step 1: Prepare the appliance.

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Step 2: Position the portafi lter without fi lter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 3: Place a vessel below the outlet of hot water/steam nozzle.

Step 4: Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

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    A["Input"] --> B["Step 1"]
    B --> C["Step 2"]
    C --> D["Step 3"]
    D --> E["Step 4"]
    E --> F["Step 5"]
    F --> G["Output"]

Step 5: Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

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Step 6: Start hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the right. Dispense the desired quantity of hot water.

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Step 7: Stop hot water supply. Turn the rotary knob to the left.

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Step 8: Remove the vessel.

Step 9: If the appliance is not needed any more, switch it off and pull the mains plug.

Step 10: Clean the appliance and the accessories.

Cleaning and maintenance

Switch the appliance off before cleaning and always pull the mains plug! Do not immerse appliance, power cord and plug in water nor clean it under running water!

Attention – hazard of injury and burns! Prior to cleaning casing and accessories, let the complete appliance cool down!

• Clean the appliance immediately after use so that residues will not dry.
• Remove the accessories.
• Wipe the casing with a damp cloth and dry it afterwards.
• Clean the brew head's interior with a damp cloth to remove residues of the coffee powder. Make sure the internal gasket is always clean and without residues.
• Clean water tank (without filter cartridge), drip pan with cup tray, portafilter and filter inserts in hot water with some dishwashing detergent and wipe dry afterwards.
• Clean the filter inserts intensely from both sides with a cleaning brush occasionally. Demount the sieve by loosening the screw on the inside and remove the small sieve insert. Pierce sieve and holes carefully with the attached cleaning pin so that they remain free. Afterwards, assemble the sieve and tighten the screw.
• Clean the hot water/steam nozzle.

○ Remove the stainless steel bush of the hot water/steam nozzle and clean it thoroughly. Make sure that the outlet holes at the underside as well as the small openings in the upper area of the bush are always free.
- Clean the hot water/steam nozzle with a damp cloth. Make sure the outlet hole at the underside is always free. Use the enclosed cleaning pin or a pointed object.

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① Touch the bush at its shaft for removing, turn it to the right and unlock it.
② Then, pull the bush down.

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Clean the outlet hole of the hot water/steam nozzle thoroughly!

① Touch the stainless steel nozzle at the shaft for attaching it and push the nozzle on.
② Then, turn it to the left and lock it.

• The accessories are not dishwasher-proof.
• Do not use abrasives or dissolvents or sharp objects!
• Never use a steam jet appliance for cleaning the appliance and the accessories!

Emptying the drip pan

• The drip pan collects residual water developing during operation.
• A floater inside the drip pan shows the filling level. If the floater with red marking with indication "VOLL" (full) is visible in the front area of the drip pan, it must be emptied urgently.
• Make sure no residual water is spilled when taking the drip pan out.

Emptying the system

• For transport or before a longer non-use period, we recommend emptying the system from residual water.
• For this, remove the water tank and place a collecting vessel below the hot water/steam nozzle.
• Start hot water supply until there is no water any more, then stop the supply.

Descaling the appliance

• In order to ensure flawless function, the appliance must be descaled regularly.
• Depending on the hardness of tap water, the appliance must be descaled after 30 – 50 litres or after 2 months at the latest. We recommend descaling together with exchanging the filter.
• Observe the following instructions for descaling!
• For descaling we recommend vinegar water at the rate of 1/3 vinegar essence and 2/3 water.
  • After descaling, the system must be rinsed thoroughly.
• When using decalcifiers observe the manufacturer's information.
• WARNING: Only descale the appliance when cold and without water filter!

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Step 1: Remove the water tank (previously remove the portafilter if necessary).

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Step 2: Remove filter cartridge.

Step 3: Fill decalcifier in the water tank. Observe the "MAX" marking!

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Step 4: Insert the water tank. Make sure the water tank is inserted as far as it will go on the gasket.

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Step 5: Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 6: Place a vessel below the outlet of the portafilter.

Step 7: Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

Step 8: Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Step 9: Start descaling by tipping the switch for 2 cups shortly. The appliance stops automatically afterwards. Repeat this process several times until ca. 1/3 of the decalcifier has flown through.

Step 10: Switch the appliance off.

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Step 11: Repeat step 7 – 10 twice.

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Step 12: Place a collecting vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.
Wait for 8 – 10 minutes so that the decalcifier can soak.
Check the collecting vessel regularly, empty it if necessary.

Step 13:
Choose the function
"espresso/hot water".

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    A["Start"] --> B["Process Step 1"]
    B --> C["Process Step 2"]
    C --> D["Process Step 3"]
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Step 14:
Switch the appliance on again. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

Step 15:
Continue the descaling process by turning the rotary knob to the right. Dispense decalcifier for 15 seconds.

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Step 16:
Stop the supply.
Turn the rotary knob to the left.

Step 17:
Switch the appliance off.

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Step 18:
Remove the vessel.

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Step 19:
Remove the portafilter. Attention, the portafilter drips slightly.

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Step 20:
Remove the water tank.

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Step 21:
Empty the water tank and clean it thoroughly.

Step 22:
Fill the water tank with fresh tap water. Observe the "MAX" marking!

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Step 23:
Insert the water tank. Make sure the water tank is inserted as far as it will go on the gasket.

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Step 24:
Position the portafilter without filter insert at the marking of the brew head and lock it by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

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Step 25:
Place a vessel below the outlet of the portafilter.

Step 26:
Choose the function "espresso/hot water".

Step 27:
Switch the appliance on. The appliance heats up and the pilot lamp blinks. When the lamp glows permanently, the appliance is ready for use.

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Step 28:

For rinsing the system, tip the switch for 2 cups shortly. The appliance stops automatically afterwards. Repeat this process several times until ca. 2/3 of the water has flown through.

Check the collecting vessel regularly, empty it if necessary.

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Step 29:

Place a vessel below the outlet of the hot water/steam nozzle.

Step 30:

Continue rinsing the system by turning the rotary knob to the right. Dispense ca. 1/3 of the water.

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Step 31:

Stop the supply.

Turn the rotary knob to the left.

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Step 32:

Remove the collecting vessel.

Step 33:

Switch the appliance off and pull the mains plug.

Step 34:

Clean the appliance and the accessories. Insert the filter cartridge again and bleed the system.

Trouble shooting

• The right coarseness of the coffee/espresso bean is important. If the coarseness is finer, more flavour will be extracted. If the setting is too fine, the contact time of hot water will be too long and too many bittern will be extracted. And also the crema clears away again.
• Varying the compacting pressure of the powder in the portafilter shows similar effects as varying the coarseness.

Taste is not okay?

Finding Possible cause
bitter taste	beans ground too fine, beans compressed too much, percolation is too long, too much powder, too much pressure
sour taste	no suitable water, water is too soft, brewing temperature is too low, beans ground too coarse, roasting is too light, percolation is too short, wrong coffee type (coffee roasting instead of espresso roasting)
off-flavour	bad bean quality, beans are stored too long, chlorinated water, wrong espresso type
not enough flavour	not enough powder, coffee is too old, powder is too coarse, powder is not compressed enough, too much water

Crema is not perfect?

Finding Possible cause
not enough crema	powder is too coarse, powder is not compressed enough, beans are too old, cup or machine is dirty
crema is too dark beans are too old,	powder is too coarse, powder is not compressed enough
crema is too light beans are too old,	powder is too coarse, powder is not compressed enough
crema is not firm cup is too cold or too hot, water pressure is too low

First aid ...

Finding Cause and troubleshooting
quickly blinkingtemperature pilot lamp	water tank is emptyRefill the water tank, afterwards bleed the system by dispensing hot water!water tank is not inserted correctlyInsert the water tank as far as it will go on the gasket, afterwards bleed the system by dispensing hot water!air in the systemBleed the system by dispensing hot water!filter cartridge is not soaked enoughLay the filter cartridge in water for at least 15 minutes, afterwards insert it according to instructions!water filter is blockedRemove the water filter from the tank and start dispensing water without filter.If the supply is ok, the filter cartridge must be exchanged.rotary knob is not in correct positionTurn the rotary knob to the right or left as far as it will go!
blinkingtemperature pilot lamp	no faultThe appliance heats up!the appliance blinks longer than 3 minutesBleed the system by dispensing hot water!
slowly blinkingtemperature pilot lamp	no faultThe appliance is in power save mode without heating function of the thermoblock! Activate the appliance by shortly tipping the "1 cup" or "2 cup" switch
permanently glowingtemperature pilot lamp	no faultThe thermoblock is heated up and the appliance is ready for use!
pump generates loud pump noise	water tank is empty during hot water/steam supplyRefill the water tank, afterwards bleed the system by dispensing hot water!
milk froth is not satisfying	milk is too warmUse refrigerated milk!unsuitable vesselUse a suitable stainless steel pot!nozzle holes are blockedClean the nozzle thoroughly!
espresso flows irregularly or not at all out of the portafilter	For finding the fault, remove all components (also portafilter) and check the supply. Assemble the components step by step and check the supply until you find the cause of defect Sexlocked filter insert Clean the filter insert thoroughly, clean sieve and holes carefully with the cleaning pin if necessary! blocked portafilter Clean the portafilter thoroughly, clean the holes carefully with the cleaning pin if necessary! blocked water filter Remove water filter from the tank and start dispensing water without filter. If the supply is ok, the filter cartridge must be exchanged. sieve in tank (below the water filter) is blocked Remove the water filter to clean the sieve! appliance placed aslant (not levelled out) Search for a horizontal space! powder is pressed too firmly or irregular The correct compacting pressure is ca. 15 kg! air in the system Bleed the system by dispensing hot water! appliance is calcified Decalcify the appliance according to instructions!
portafilter drips	no fault This is a normal process – place a vessel below when removing the cup!

Recipes

CAFFÈ LATTE

a double espresso in a large cup of hot milk, covered with less or no froth.

CAPPUCCINO

one third espresso, one third hot milk and one third milk froth.

CAPPUCCINO FREDDO – the cold variant –

one third cold espresso, one third refrigerated milk and one third refrigerated milk froth.

CAFFÈ MOCA

one third espresso, one third hot milk and one third cocoa, served in a high glass; the beverage can also be prepared with 1 – 2 table spoons of chocolate syrup and more milk.

CAFFÈ CORRETTO

the espresso is 'corrected' with a shot of liqueur, usually grappa, brandy or Sambuca.

MACCHIATO

espresso added by a 'dash' of hot milk in a high glass and much milk froth on top.

LATTE MACCHIATO

pour hot milk in a high glass and add espresso and much milk froth on top.

MEXICAN COFFEE SPECIAL

pour 2 cl tequila and 2 cl coffee liqueur in a high glass, add much hot milk froth. Slowly and carefully add a double espresso. Thus, you will get the different layers for this coffee creation's fancy look.