KAESSPCOFFA - Coffee maker Kogan - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Coffee Maker
Brand	Kogan
Model	KAESSPCOFFA
Dimensions (approx.)	25 x 20 x 30 cm
Weight (approx.)	1.5 kg
Power Supply	120V ~ 60Hz, 900W
Capacity	1.25 L (10 cups)
Water Reservoir	Removable, transparent
Brewing Method	Drip
Keep Warm Function	Automatic, hot plate
Pause & Serve	Yes, remove carafe during brew
Carafe Type	Glass carafe with marking
Filter Type	Basket filter (paper or permanent)
Control Type	Power switch with indicator light
Maintenance	Descale regularly; clean with vinegar
Safety Features	Auto shut-off, non-slip feet
Spare Parts Available	Carafe, filter basket, filter paper
Repairability	Repairable; user-replaceable parts
Certification	ETL or equivalent
Warranty	1 year limited
Manual Languages	English (PDF available)

Frequently Asked Questions - KAESSPCOFFA Kogan

How do I descale the Kogan KAESSPCOFFA coffee maker?

Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, fill the reservoir, run a brew cycle without coffee grounds, then run two cycles with fresh water.

Can I use a permanent filter instead of paper filters?

Yes, the basket filter is compatible with permanent gold-tone or mesh filters. Ensure it fits properly.

What does the 'Pause & Serve' function do?

It allows you to remove the carafe mid-brew to pour a cup without drips. Replace within 30 seconds.

The coffee tastes weak. How can I fix it?

Use a finer grind, increase the amount of coffee grounds, or run a cleaning cycle to remove residue.

How do I clean the glass carafe?

Wash with warm soapy water and a soft sponge. For stains, use baking soda paste or vinegar.

The coffee maker leaks water from the base. What's wrong?

Check if the water reservoir is cracked, the carafe is properly seated, or the filter basket is overfilled.

How often should I descale the coffee maker?

Every 1-3 months depending on water hardness. Use descaling solution or vinegar.

Can I brew tea or other beverages in this machine?

It's designed for coffee only. Using other liquids may damage the unit and void the warranty.

What is the maximum capacity of the coffee maker?

The water reservoir holds 1.25 liters, which brews about 10 cups of coffee.

My coffee maker won't turn on. What should I check?

Ensure the power cord is plugged in, the outlet works, and the power switch is pressed. If still off, contact support.

USER MANUAL KAESSPCOFFA Kogan

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ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE

KAESSPCOFFA

SAFETY & WARNINGS

Before using any electrical appliance, the following basic precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions before use. Retain this guide for future reference.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• When the appliance is not in use and before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the outlet firstly.
• Check that the voltage of wall outlet corresponds to rated voltage marked on the appliance before use.
• This appliance has been incorporated with a grounded plug. Ensure that the wall outlet in your house is well earthed.
• To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse main parts of the product, cord, plug, in water or other liquid.
  • The appliance must not be immersed in liquid.
• Remove plug from wall outlet before cleaning and when not in use. Allow appliance to cool down completely before removing/attaching components, or before cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is damaged in any manner. Contact Kogan.com for further assistance immediately.
• The use of accessory attachments not included with the appliance may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
• Place the appliance on a flat surface or table. Do not allow power cords to hang over the edge of table or counter.
• Ensure that the power cord does not touch any hot surface of the appliance.
• Do not place the coffee maker on any hot surface or near heat sources in order to avoid damage to the appliance.
• To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet. Always hold the plug and never pull the cord.
• Do not use the appliance for any purpose other than intended use. Place the unit in a dry environment.

• Be careful not to get burned by the steam emitted from the appliance.

• Do not touch the hot surface of the appliance (such as the steam wand and the steel mesh). Always use the handle or knobs.
  • Never operate the coffee maker without water.

• DO NOT remove the metal funnel while brewing coffee. Only remove the metal funnel to make additional coffee more than 10 seconds after brewing has finished. Caution should also be taken while removing the metal funnel since the metal parts will be hot. Make sure to hold it by the handle and to use the filter retention clip to dispose of coffee grounds. Caution should be taken when moving the unit with hot liquids inside.
• Connect the plug to a wall outlet before use, and turn any switches off before the plug is removed from wall outlet.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
  o farm houses

• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
• bed and breakfast type environments

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
- WARNING: The filling aperture must not be opened during use.
- Warning: Potential injury from misuse. The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- Save these instructions for future reference.

Disposal

This marking indicates that this appliance should not be disposed with other household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle this appliance responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.

OVERVIEW

Control panel Steam knob Water tank Steam wand Filter Pressurised funnel Drip plate Drip tray

Control panel

Coffee/steam control button Pump control button ON/OFF button Thermometer Steam knob Power indicator Steam temperature indicator Coffee temperature indicator

INSTALLATION

1. To insert the selected filter in the porta-filter, make sure to align the notch on the filter with the groove inside the porta-filter.

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1. Turn the filter to the left or right to lock in place. This will help secure the filter in the porta-filter.

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OPERATION

Before first use

To ensure the first cup of coffee will taste excellent, you should rinse the coffee maker with warm water as follows:

1. Pull out the water tank of the coffee maker. Pour water into the water tank; the water level should not exceed the "MAX" mark in the tank. Re-insert the tank into the coffee maker.
2. Set steel mesh into the metal funnel (without coffee in steel mesh), then put the metal funnel under the metal funnel holder (see Fig.1) and turn it anticlockwise until it is fixed tightly (see Fig.2 and Fig.3).

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Fig.1

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Fig.2

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Fig.3

1. Place an espresso cup you have prepared on the drip plate. Make sure the steam knob is at the "O" position.

Note:

As the appliance is not equipped with any cup or jug, always prepare your own jug or cup before use.

1. Connect the plug to the wall socket and press the ON/OFF button to turn on the unit. The power indicator will be illuminated in red.
2. Press down the pump control button; the pump will then pump water accordingly. Close the pump by pressing the pump control button again.
3. Make sure the coffee/steam button is at the higher position. The appliance will begin preheating until the coffee indicator illuminates in green, signifying that the preheating is finished.

4. Press down the pump control button again and water will flow out.

5. After water has flown for 1 minute, press the pump control button once more. Pour out the water in each container then clean them thoroughly. The unit is now ready to start brewing coffee.

Note:

There may be noise when pumping the water for the first time. This is normal, as the appliance is releasing the air within it. After about 20s, the noise will disappear.

Preheating

It is recommended to preheat the appliance before making coffee (including the funnel and cup) so that the coffee flavour will not be influenced by cold surfaces.

1. Remove the water tank and fill it with desired amount of water. The water level should be between the "MAX" mark and the "MIN" mark in the tank. Re-insert the tank into the appliance securely.
2. Set the steel mesh into the metal funnel (without coffee in steel mesh), then put the metal funnel under the metal funnel holder (see Fig.1) and turn it anticlockwise until it is fixed tightly (see Fig.2 and Fig.3).
3. Place an espresso cup you have prepared on the drip tray.
4. Connect the appliance into power supply. Make sure the steam knob is at the "O" position.
5. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the unit; the power indicator will illuminate in red. Make sure the coffee/steam button is at the higher position.
6. Press the pump control button to the lower position. When water is flowing out, close the pump immediately by pressing the pump control button again to the higher position. The purpose of the step is to pump the water from the tank into the housing.
7. When the coffee indicator is illuminated in green, press down the pump control button again. Hot water should now be flowing.
8. After water has flown for 20 seconds, press the pump control button. The preheating will now have finished.

Espresso Coffee

1. Remove the funnel by turning it clockwise.
2. Add ground coffee to the steel mesh with measuring spoon (a spoon of ground coffee powder can make about a cup of top-grade coffee). Press the ground coffee powder down tightly with the tamper.
3. Set the steel mesh into the metal funnel (without coffee in steel mesh), then put the metal funnel under the metal funnel holder (see Fig.1) and turn it anticlockwise until it is fixed tightly (see Fig.2 and Fig.3).
4. Pour out the hot water in the cup. Then place the hot cup on removable drip tray.
5. Make sure the steam knob is at the "O" position and the coffee/steam button is at the higher position.
6. At this time, the coffee indicator should be illuminated in green. Once the lamp illuminates, press down the pump control button to the lower position. Wait for a moment, and coffee will begin flowing out.
7. You should press and release the pump control button to the higher position manually when desired coffee is obtained or the colour of coffee changes weak obviously.
8. After finishing making coffee, press the ON/OFF button, and the power indicator and coffee indicator will dim. When the coffee maker finishes operating, your coffee is now ready.

WARNING: Do not leave the coffee maker unattended during making coffee, as you will sometimes need to operate the machine manually.

1. Take the metal funnel out by turning it clockwise, and pour the coffee residue out.

2. Let the components cool down completely, then rinse under running water.

Note:

During brewing coffee or making steam, it is normal that the ready indicator may dim. This indicates that the heater is warming up to keep the temperature within the standard range.

Cappuccino

You can make a cup of cappuccino by topping a cup of espresso with frothing milk.

Note:

During steaming, the metal funnel must be assembled and in position.

1. Prepare espresso first as per the instructions above, and make sure that the steam knob is at the "O" position.
2. Press the coffee/steam button to the lower position, waiting until the steam indicator illuminates in green.
3. Fill a jug with about 100ml of milk for each cappuccino to be prepared. It is recommended to use whole milk at a refrigerated temperature (not hot).
4. In order to get better milk foam performance, it is recommended to keep the steam knob at open position for approx. 15 seconds, since the early steam contains too much water, then keep the knob at "O" position and conduct next step.
5. Insert the steam wand into the milk (approx. two centimetres deep), then turn the steam knob slowly anticlockwise. Steam will come out from the steam wand. Frothed milk is produced by moving the vessel around and from up to down.

Note:

Never touch steam outlet during steam jetting and be careful not to get burnt.

1. When the required amount of frothing is reached, you can turn the steam knob to the "O" position.

Note:

Never turn the steam knob rapidly, as the steam will accumulate rapidly in short time which may increase the potential of the risk of explosion.

1. To avoid the steam outlet being blocked after frothing milk each time, put an empty jug under the steam wand, then turn on the steam knob and press the pump control button to the lower position. The pump will begin operating. Once the water has been flowing for 30 seconds, press the pump control button to the higher position.
2. Let the components cool down completely, then rinse under running water. Ensure the steam wand / nozzle is thoroughly cleaned after each use. Remove the nozzle cover and rinse, while cleaning the internal nozzle with a wet towel.
3. Press and release the ON/OFF button to power the unit off.
4. Pour the frothed milk into the espresso that was previously prepared. Sweeten if desired by sprinkling the froth with a little cocoa powder.

Note: Please follow the instructions below if the steam outlet is blocked: turn the steam knob to "O" position and let the coffee maker cool down for about half an hour. Poke the

steam outlet several times with a needle around 1mm in diameter. Finally, press the coffee/steam button and turn on the steam knob to check if the appliance can produce steam normally when the steam indicator (green) illuminates. Please contact Kogan.com if the appliance cannot produce steam after operated as above.

Note: After steaming, allow the maker to cool down at least for 5 minutes before making coffee again, otherwise a burnt odour may be noticeable in prepared coffee. If you want to make coffee immediately: press and release the steam button and dip the steam wand into a cup. Press the pump control button down and turn on the steam control knob; water will flow out from steam wand. After the ready indicator dims, press and release the pump control button, then turn the steam control knob to “O” position. When the ready indicator illuminates, the appliance is prepared for making coffee once again.

Frothing Milk/Producing Steam to Heat Liquids

The steam wand can be used to froth milk and make hot beverages like drinking chocolate, water or tea.

1. Remove the water tank and fill it with desired amount of water. The water level should be between the "MAX" mark and the "MIN" mark in the tank. Re-insert the tank into the appliance securely.
2. Connect the appliance to the wall socket.
3. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the unit; the power indicator will illuminate in red.
4. Press the pump control button, making sure the coffee/steam button is at the highest position. When there is water flowing out, close the pump immediately.
5. Press down the coffee/steam button and wait for a moment. The appliance begins to heat until the indicator illuminates green, signifying that the heating is finished.
6. Dip the steam wand into the liquid to be heated. If you want to froth milk, dip the steam wand about 2 centimetres into the milk. Slowly turn the steam knob anticlockwise to start making steam.
7. When the desired result is achieved, you can turn the steam knob to the "O" position.
8. To avoid the steam outlet being blocked after frothing milk each time, put an empty jug under the steam wand, then turn on the steam knob and press the pump control button to the lower position. The pump will begin operating. Once the water has been flowing for 30 seconds, press the pump control button to the higher position.
9. Let the components cool down completely, then rinse under running water. Ensure the steam wand / nozzle is thoroughly cleaned after each use. Remove the nozzle cover and rinse, while cleaning the internal nozzle with a wet towel.
10. Press and release the ON/OFF button to power the unit off.

Note: Please follow the instructions below if the steam outlet is blocked: turn the steam knob to "O" position and let the coffee maker cool down for about half an hour. Poke the steam outlet several times with a needle around 1mm in diameter. Finally, press the coffee/steam button and turn on the steam knob to check if the appliance can produce steam normally when the steam indicator (green) illuminates. Please contact Kogan.com if the appliance cannot produce steam after operated as above.

Note: After steaming, allow the maker to cool down at least for 5 minutes before making coffee again, otherwise a burnt odour may be noticeable in prepared coffee. If you want to make coffee immediately: press and release the steam button and dip the steam wand into a cup. Press the pump control button down and turn on the steam control knob; water will flow out from steam wand. After the ready indicator dims, press and release the pump control button, then turn the steam control knob to "O" position. When the ready indicator illuminates, the appliance is prepared for making coffee once again.

Automatic Power off Function

The appliance will turn off automatically if there is no any operation within 29 minutes.

CLEANING & CARE

1. Turn off and unplug the appliance, then let the coffee maker cool down completely before cleaning.
2. Clean housing of coffee maker with moisture-proof sponge often and clean water tank, drip tray and removable shelf regularly then dry them.

Note:

Do not clean the appliance with alcohol or solvents. Never immerse the housing in liquid for cleaning.

1. Detach the metal funnel by turning it clockwise and get rid of any coffee residue inside. Clean it with a gentle detergent and rinse it under water. Do not wash the metal funnel in a dishwasher.

2. Clean all the attachments in the water and dry thoroughly.

3. Ensure the steam wand / nozzle is thoroughly cleaned after each use. Remove the nozzle cover and rinse, while cleaning the internal nozzle with a wet towel.

Note:

Clean the appliance after every use in order to ensure proper function.

Cleaning Mineral Deposits

To ensure your coffee maker operates efficiently, the internal piping should be cleaned every 1-2 months to guarantee optimal coffee flavour.

1. Fill the tank with water and descaler to the MAX level. The proportion of water and descaler is 4:1. Use a household descaler, or citric acid at a ratio of 100:3 (water to citric acid).
2. Follow the preheating process above (steps 2-6) to set the water temperature.
3. When there is water flowing out, close the pump by pressing the pump control button again and wait for a moment for the appliance to reheat.
4. When the ready indicator illuminates green, press down the pump control button to the lower position and "brew" two cups' worth of water/descalers (about 60ml). Then close the pump and wait for 5 seconds.
5. Press down the coffee/steam button, waiting until the green indicator is illuminated. Make steam for 2 minutes and then turn the steam knob to the "O" position. Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the unit immediately and let the descaler collect in the internal piping for at least 15 minutes.
6. Restart the unit and repeat steps 2-5 at least three times, then press and release the coffee/steam button. When the green indicator is illuminated, press down the pump control button to brew until no descaler is left.
7. Perform the brewing process (using no coffee powder) with tap water filled up to the MAX level of the water tank. Repeat the steps of 2-5 for 3 times (it is not necessary to wait 15 minutes in step 5), then brewing again until no water is left in the tank.

Note:

Ensure you repeat step 7 at least three times to guarantee the piping is clean.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Issue	Cause	Steps to Resolve
The coffee maker will not power on.	The power outlet is not plugged in securely.	Plug the power cord into a wall outlet correctly. If the appliance still does not work, contact Kogan.com
Water leaks from the bottom of coffee maker.	I here is excessive water in the drip tray.	Clean the drip tray.
	The coffee maker malfunctions.	Contact Kogan.com for further assistance.
Water leaks from outer side of filter.	There is some coffee powder on filter edge.	Ensure the filter is clean before use.
Acidic (vinegary) taste noted in coffee.	Appliance not cleaned correctly after cleaning mineral deposits.	Clean coffee maker as per “before the first use” several times.
	The coffee powder is stored in a hot, wet place for a long time. The coffee powder turns bad.	Please use fresh coffee powder and store unused coffee powder in a cool, dry place. After opening a package of coffee powder, reseal it tightly and store in a refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Plastic taste noted in coffee.	Appliance in use for first time. Test runs with hot water strongly recommended before making any to drink.	Upon first use, run the coffee machine with just hot water to clean and prepare the appliance. Do not drink these initial test runs. Ensure water has been run for at least one minute before making coffees to serve.
Burnt taste noted in coffee.	Water flowing through grinds too slowly, leading to a bitter and burnt tasting coffee.	Adjust your grinder for a coarser grind of the beans.
No steam from nozzle.	The nozzle on the steam wand is blocked.	Use a toothpick or small, narrow brush to remove possible blockage. Ensure the nozzle and cover are properly cleaned after each use.
The steam function will not generate froth.	The steam ready indicator is not illuminated.	The unit is only ready for frothing once the indicator is lit.
	The container is too big or poorly shaped for frothing.	Use a tall and narrow cup.
	Skim milk used for frothing.	Use whole milk or half-skim milk.

Need more information?

We hope that this user guide has given you the assistance needed for a simple set-up.

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