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Instruction Manual
19 Bar Espresso Maker
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Important Safeguards .....................................................................................................2-3
Additional Important Safeguards .................................................................................4-5
Notes on the Plug ................................................................................................................ 6
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................... 6
Plasticizer Warning .............................................................................................................. 7
Electric Power ...................................................................................................................... 7
The Art of Extracting Espresso and Texturing Milk ......................................................... 7
Getting to Know Your 19 Bar Espresso Maker ............................................... 8-10
Safety Warnings ..................................................................................................................11
Before Using for the First Time ........................................................................................ 12
Filter Baskets: Pressurized or Non-Pressurized? ............................................................. 14
Pull the Perfect Espresso Shot ..................................................................................... 15 -16
Dial In Single or Double Shot Volume .............................................................................17
Texture Milk for Espresso Drinks ...................................................................................17-18
User Maintenance Instructions ....................................................................................... 18
Care & Cleaning Instructions ..................................................................................... 18-19
Descaling ............................................................................................................................ 20
Storing Instructions ............................................................................................................ 21
Trouble Shooting ........................................................................................................... 22-23
Espresso Recipes .............................................................................................24-25
Warranty ........................................................................................................................26-27
Tasting Notes .................................................................................................................28-32
Table of Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. When in use, the appliance is under pressure and should never be
left unattended.
4. Toprotectagainstre,electricshockandinjurytopersons,donot
place cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
5. 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 appliances by a person
responsible for their safety.
6.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
8. Allow Espresso Maker to cool before putting on or taking off parts,
and before cleaning the appliance.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
ContactConsumerServiceforexamination,repairoradjustment.
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10. The use of any accessory not evaluated for use with this appliance and
notrecommendedbytheappliancemanufacturermaycausere,
electricshockorinjuriestopersons.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
14. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, press the POWER
button; turn the function control to STANDBY. Then immediately unplug
the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
15. Never use the appliance without water.
CAUTION: Relieve pressure through steam wand before removing cup
orlterbasket.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
17. Be certain lids are securely in place before operating appliance.
18. Scalding may occur if the lids are removed during the brewing cycle.
19. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from
wall outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during
use.Properprecautionsmustbetakentopreventtheriskofburns,res,or
otherinjurytopersonsordamagetoproperty.
CAUTION:TheEspressoMakermustbeallowedtocooldownsufciently
before adding more water to avoid splattering.
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction
manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet only.
3. Use water only in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or food
products in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything to the water
placed in this appliance, except as instructed in the Descaling section
of this instruction manual.
4. DO NOT attempt to move an appliance containing hot liquids. Allow
appliance to cool completely before moving.
5. Keepapplianceatleast4inchesawayfromwallsorotherobjects
during operation.
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6. Place the appliance on a surface that is resistant to heat.
7. Prior to connecting or disconnecting plug from wall outlet,
press the POWER button; turn the function control to STANDBY.
8. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water or
any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water! Do
not use this appliance after it has fallen into or has become immersed
in water. Contact Consumer Service for examination and repair.
9. Always use fresh, cool water in your appliance. Warm water or other
liquids, except as described in the Descaling section, may cause
damage to the Espresso Maker.
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NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reducetheriskofelectricshock,thisplugwilltinapolarizedoutletonlyone
way.Iftheplugdoesnottfullyintotheoutlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoes
nott,contactaqualiedelectrician.Donotmodifythepluginanyway.
NOTES ON THE CORD
A. A short power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce risks resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
C. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
1. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or
extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of
the appliance;
2. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should
be a grounding- type 3-wire cord; and
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over.
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ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: TopreventPlasticizersfrommigratingtothenishofthecounter
top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place
matsbetweentheapplianceandthenishofthecountertoportable
top.Failuretodosomaycausethenishtodarken;permanentblemishes
may occur or stains can appear.
THE ART OF EXTRACTING ESPRESSO AND TEXTURING MILK
Whether you are an experienced coffee artisan and interested in latte
artoranovicetoespressoandjustwanttorelaxandenjoyaperfect
espresso drink, the brim 19 Bar Espresso Maker delivers!
Consistency is key when it comes to a good shot of espresso. Optimal
espressoavorisachievedasthebrewingtemperatureinmaintained.
Grounds are pre-infused with low, steady water pressure before
extraction. Shot volumes are automatically dispensed and can be
adjustedtotaste.Theresultisaperfectlybalanced,richandavorful
espressotoppedwithdeliciouslynecrema.Withthe
19 Bar
Espressomaker,youcancreatenemicrobubblesusingthesteamwand
to top any of your espresso based beverages.
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Getting to Know Your
19 Bar Espresso Maker
Product may vary slightly from illustration
1. Heated Die Cast Warming Plate
2. 71 oz Removable Water Tank
3. Function Control Dial
4. Control Panel
5. Steam Wand with Removable
Frothing Tip
6. Steam Wand with Silicone Handle
7. Portalterwith2Spouts
8. Brew Head
9. Hot Water Dispenser Wand with
Removable Tip
10. Hot Water Dispenser Wand Silicone
Handle
11. FULL Indicator
12. Removable Drip Tray
13. Non-Slip Rubber Feet
Accessories
14. 1 and 2 Cup Pressurized Filter Baskets
15. 1 and 2 Cup Non-Pressurized Filter
Baskets
16.55mmPortalterwith2Spouts
17. 355 ml. (12 oz.) Stainless Steel Milk
Frothing Pitcher
18. Measuring Scoop
19. Solid Heavy Duty Tamper
20. Cleaning Pin
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TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
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1. POWER Button.PresstoturntheEspressoMakerON.ThePOWERbuttonwillbegintoash.
When the system is up to temperature, all 4 buttons on the control panel will illuminate.
2. STEAM PREHEAT Button. After espresso shots have been pulled, press to activate the heater
totexturizemilk.Whenpressed,theSTEAMPREHEATbuttonwillash.Astemperatureis
achieved and steam is built, the button will illuminate.
3. Water / Steam Indicator Lights. As the water dispenser is activated, the water indicator light
willash.Thesteamindicatorlightwillilluminateasthepressureisdirectedtothesteamwand.
4. 19 Bar Pressure Gauge. Displays pre-infusion to espresso pressure range.
5. Single Shot Programmable Button. Press once to initiate a 2 oz. extraction.
Pressandholdthebuttonfor3secondstoadjustandtodialinfuturesingleshotvolume.
6. Double Shot Programmable Button. Press once to initiate a 4 oz. extraction.
Pressandholdthebuttonfor3secondstoadjustanddialinfuturedoubleshotvolume.
7. Function Control Dial. Once pressure is built and the PREHEAT button is illuminated (stops
ashing),turnthedialtoactivatetheSTEAMwand.
Control Panel
Figure 2
Control Panel
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Safety Warnings
• Proper precautions must be made to avoid burns from sprays of hot water or steam.
• Always use the silicone covers and tabs installed on both the steam wand and the water
dispenser to rotate and swing either wand to the perfect position.
• Avoidtouchinganyhotsurfacesonthemachineoranymetalpartsoftheportalter,lter
basket,waterdispenserorsteamwandwhiletheEspressoMakerisinuseorafterithasjust
been used to prepare hot beverages.
• When too much water has accumulated in the drip tray, the red FULL indicator will rise.
(See Figure 4.) To avoid water spillage, lift the drip plate off the tray.
Slide the drip tray straight out to remove.
Empty water, wipe dry, and reassemble. (See Figure 5.)
Figure 4
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Before Using for the First Time
1. Remove any packaging materials before use. Make sure the Espresso Maker is unplugged.
2. Assemble the Drip Tray. Slide the drip tray in or out to remove for easy cleaning.
3. LinethecircularcutoutoftheFULLbarwiththebaseoftheunit;leftandrightendsshouldt
snugly in place. (See Figure 5.) Add the drip plate.
4. Fill the Water Tank. Liftandipopenthe
lidofthewatertankandllwithcold
water, or… grasp the water tank at the
back of the Espresso Maker and lift it up
and off the unit. (See Figure 6.)
5. Fill the water tank with cold water to the
MAX (2.1 liter) mark.
6. Slide the water tank back to its original
position. Lift the lid to close.
7. Pre-Clean and Prime the Pump. Place
the Espresso Maker on a level surface,
within close proximity to a sink to discard
water.
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
Figure 6
Figure 5
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8. Place any empty (do not add coffee)2-cuplterbasketintotheportalter.
Insert and lock into the brew head following the detailed description in the section:
“Pulling the Perfect Espresso Shot.” (See Figures 8 and 9.)
9. Centerawide-mouthspoutedcontainerorcupunderthe2-spoutportalter.Placethesteam
wand’stipintothefrothingjug.Placeanemptycontainerunderthewaterdispenser.
10. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
11.PressthePOWERbutton.Itwillbegintoash.Whenthesystemisuptotemperature,
all 4 buttons on the control panel will illuminate.
12.PRESSTHESTEAMPREHEATbutton,itwillbegintoashuntilthetemperatureisreached.
Turn the function control dial to STEAM the steam indicator light will illuminate as the hot steam
purges the line. After MAX 45 seconds, turn the function control dial back to STANDBY.
13.TurnthefunctioncontroldialtoWATER.Allowwatertollthecontainer,thendiscard.
Turn the function control dial to STANDBY.
14. Press the double shot (
) button continually, emptying the hot water, until the entire tank
of water is purged through the system.
15. The pump is now primed, and the Espresso Maker is cleaned. You are ready to pull
the perfect espresso shot.
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Filter Baskets: Pressurized or Non-Pressurized?
1. Your EspressoMakercomeswith2setsoflterbaskets.Pressurizedlterholdersare
doublewallconstructionandhaveonly1holeonthebottom.Non-pressurizedlterbaskets
are thinner, single wall construction with many holes on the bottom. If you are new to the
third wave coffee culture, or if you are not using a dosed coffee grinder, it is best to use the
pressurized baskets.
2. It is best to use pressurized lter baskets when:
• Extracting espresso from pre-measured pods. Insert a single coffee pod into the empty
1cuppressurizedlterbasket.Toavoidwaterleakage,makesurethatnopartofthe
coffeepodlterhangsoverthelipofthelterbasket.
• Extracting espresso from pre-ground coffee.
3. Tampingisnotcritical,butshouldbeconsistentwhenusingpressurizedlterbaskets.
4. Pressurized baskets produce larger bubbles in the crema.
5. Use the non-pressurized lter baskets when:
• Grinding fresh coffee beans.
For best results, use the
Burr Grinder for perfectly dosed, freshly ground MEDIUM
to FINE (espresso) coffee.
• Using a special dose coffee grinder.
6. The resulting brew is often less bitter.
7. Tamping is important. Use the
tamper
to apply consistent pressure. A smooth and level
coffeesurfaceisachievedbytampingevenlyandrmlywithanalpolishorswirl.
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Pull the Perfect Espresso Shot
The secret to a perfect espresso shot is all about achieving the perfect balance of acidity,
sweetness,andbitterness.Manyfactorsplayamajorrole:temperatureofthewater;portalter,
andservingcupsiscrucial,lterbasketsandsteamingwandshouldbeclean;coffeebeansmust
befreshandperfectlyroasted.Thenenessorcoarsenessofthegrind,doseofgroundcoffee,
and tamping pressure should be consistent when experimenting to achieve your perfect pull.
1. Place empty cappuccino shot cups onto the warming plate before the pull.
2. Run a blank shot to preheat the cup and portalter.
3. Plug the Espresso Maker into a 120V AC electrical outlet. All indicator lights should be OFF.
4. Fillthewatertankwithupto2.1litersofcold,preferablylteredwater,usingthemarkings
on the tank for reference. Close the lid.
IMPORTANT! Besuretoaddenoughwaterforshotsplustherstblankshot.
NOTE:ThewatertankshouldalwaysbelledpasttheMIN(5oz.)mark.
NeverllthewatertankpasttheMAX(2.1liter)mark.
5. Choose the appropriate lter basket. (Please see the detailed
description in the previous section: “Filter Baskets: Pressurized
or Non-Pressurized?”) Insert either the 1 or 2 cup, pressurized
ornon-pressurizedlterbasketintotheportalter.(SeeFigure
7.)
6. AligntheportalterhandlewiththeINSERTsymbolonthe
brew head. (See Figure 8.)
7. Turn handle counter-clockwise (to the right) until the
portalterhandleisfacingfrontandlinedupwiththeLOCK.
Makesuretheportalterissealedandlockedsecurelyinto
the brew head. (See Figure 9.)
8. Center a wide spouted container or cup onto drip plate
underthe2-spoutportalter.
9. Press the POWER button to turn the Espresso Maker ON. The
POWERbuttonwillbegintoash.Whenthesystemisupto
temperature, all 4 buttons on the control panel will illuminate.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 7
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10. Press either the single ( ) or double shot ( ) button. The motor will sound. Both spouts will
streamhotwater(ablankshot)towarmtheespressocupandportalterandthenturnOFF.
11.Removetheportalterfromthebrewhead.Turnthehandle
clockwise(totheleft)toUNLOCK.Theportalterwilldrop
down from the brew head. (See Figures 10 and 11.)
12. Use the
measuring scoop (and scale if desired) to dose
groundespressocoffeeandaddtothelterbasket.Usethe
1cuplterbasketforasingleespresso;the2cuplterfora
double espresso or 2 single espressos at the same time. (See
Figure 12.)
13. Use the tamper to gently press the coffee and pack it. Make
sure the tamper is perfectly dry as any wet spots will result in
channeling. Wipe any loose coffee grounds from the rim of
theportaltertoassureapropertintothebrewhead.
NOTE: When tamping for a double espresso, only tamp after
thelterbaskethasbeenlled.Tampingbetweenmeasures
may create a layer in the coffee that may hinder extraction.
14.AligntheportalterhandlewiththeINSERTsymbolonthe
brew head and turn counter-clockwise until it is sealed and
securely locked. (See Figures 8 and 9.)
15. Press either the single (
) or double shot ( ) button. The motor will sound. Both spouts
will stream thick, rich espresso. The
Espresso Machine is pre-set to deliver 2 oz. (single)
to 4 oz. (double) shots of espresso, before automatically turning OFF.
16.Removethelterbasketanddiscardusedcoffeepuck.
CAUTION: Toavoidscaldingorburns,donotattempttoremovetheportalterhandle
duringthebrewingprocess,orwhenanybuttononthecontrolpanelisashing.
IMPORTANT! Keeping your Espresso Maker clean and thoroughly rinsed is critical in pulling
the perfect shot. Always run water through the brew head and purge the steam wand
after each use.
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Figure 11
Figure 12
Figure 10
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Dial In Single or Double Shot Volume
1. The Espresso Maker consistently dials in the perfect brew water temperature and
measures the perfect volume for every shot.
2. Toadjustvolumesforfutureshots,pressandholdthesingleordoubleshotprogrammable
buttonfor3secondstoadjustandtodialinfuturesingleordoubleshotvolume.Example:to
change the volume on the single shot – press and hold the single shot for 3 seconds, water
willbegintoow.Onceyouhavethedesiredamountpressthebuttonagaintostopwater
ow.Thenewvolumeisnowset,andcanbereprogrammedatanytime.
Texture Milk for Espresso Drinks
1. Transition to Steam.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the frothing pitcher is cold before texturing. Refrigerate or run cold
water intothe pitcher before use.
CAUTION: After extracting espresso, the steam wand is hot. Always use the silicone covers
and tabs installed on both the steam wand and the water dispenser to rotate and swing
either wand into the perfect position.
2. Fill the stainless steel frothing pitcher no more than one-third (1/3) full with fresh, cold milk
(skim milk froths best) and place it next to the Espresso Maker.
IMPORTANT:Whentexturingmilk,thevolumewilldouble.Donotover-llthefrothingpitcher.
3. Press the STEAM PREHEAT button. When pressed, the STEAM
PREHEATbuttonwillash.Astemperatureisachievedand
steam is built, the button will illuminate solid. (See Figures 13.)
4. Turn the function control dial to STEAM. Make sure the steam
wand is over the drip tray. Once steam starts to come out
from the wand, and not water you can change the dial
back to standby. (See Figures 14.)
5. Quickly place the tip of the steam wand at the surface of
the milk, and turn the functional control dial back to steam.
Place the frothing pitcher on an angle, and make sure the
wand is around one third from either edge of the frothing
pitcher. The steam wand should barely break the milk’s
surfacetocreatenemicrobubbles.Tryandhavethesteam
Figure 14
Figure 13
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move the milk around the inside of the frothing pitcher in a circular motion. Texture the milk
until the desired volume is reached. When the milk temperature reaches between 140-150°F
it is ready, or 160°F for extra hot.
6. Turn the function control dial to STANDBY. Drop the pitcher down to remove the steam wand.
7. Pour. After texturing, swirl the milk around for several seconds to incorporate the milk at the
bottom, with the microfoam on top. Tap the frothing pitcher on the counter until the milk
appears shiny and few bubbles remain. Pour textured milk as soon as possible. Swirl the
expresso slightly to break the surface tension of the crema. Slowly introduce the microfoam,
integrating it with the espresso.
8. Wipe the steam wand with a wet kitchen towel and use the silicone tab to swivel the wand
back over the drip tray.
NOTE: To avoid milk build up on and inside and the outside of the steam wand, ensure to
purge the steam wand after every use. Make sure the steam wand is over the drip tray and
turn the function control dial to STEAM – leave on for a few seconds and then turn back to
STANDBY. Clean the outside of the wand with hot water and a soft cloth.
User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try
torepairityourself.Anyservicingrequiringdisassemblymustbeperformedbyaqualied
appliance repair technician.
Care & Cleaning Instructions
CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE THE ESPRESSO MAKER IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
1. When espresso making is complete, press the POWER button; turn the function control to
STANDBY. Unplug the Espresso Maker from the electrical outlet and allow to cool completely
before cleaning.
CAUTION: The Espresso Maker creates hot water and steam under pressure. To avoid burns
onngersorhands,alwaysmakesuretheunitisunpluggedandallcontrolpanellightsand
buttonsareOFFbeforecleaning.NEVERtouchtheportalterimmediatelyafterbrewingor
steaming. Allow all parts to cool thoroughly before touching.
IMPORTANT: Theportalterandlterbasketshouldbeemptiedandrinsedthoroughlywith
warm water after every use.
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2. Clean the portalter and lter baskets.Grasptheportalterhandlermlyandturnclockwise
(totheleft)untilthehandlefacestheUNLOCKEDposition.Theportalterwilldropdownand
out of the unit. (See Figures 10 and 11.)
3. Removethelterbasketanddiscardusedcoffeepuck.
4. Rinsetheportalterandlterbasketsimmediatelyafterusetoremoveresidualcoffeeoils.
Ifnecessary,cleanthelterbasketwithakitchenbrushorsoakinacleaningsolutionfor20
minutes. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
5. A cleaning pin has been supplied to ease in the care and cleaning of your Espresso Maker.
Usethesmallerendofthecleaningpintoclearholesinthebaseofthelterbaskets.
6. Clean the steam wand and water dispenser. After frothing milk or dispensing hot water, twist to
remove the water dispenser tip and the frothing tip from the steam wand and clean thoroughly.
7. Insert the cleaning pin’s larger wire into both the water dispenser’s and steam wand’s outlet
to clear. Rinse and screw the clean water reservoir tip and frothing tip securely back into
the wands.
8. Remove the drip plate, FULL bar, and slide the drip tray straight out. Empty any collected
water. Dry with a clean cloth and reassemble.
9. Wipe the outside of the Espresso Maker and brew head with a damp cloth.
WARNING: Never use solvents or any detergents that may scratch or damage the surface
of the machine.
10.Cleanthestainlesssteelfrothingjug,tamper,byhand.
11. No parts of the
Espresso Maker should be cleaned in the dishwasher.
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Descaling
Minerals and calcium found in hard-water areas can accumulate and affect the operation
of your machine. Depending on water conditions and frequency of use, your Espresso Maker
should be cleaned with distilled vinegar approximately every 6 months to remove scale.
1. Before cleaning your Espresso Maker, make sure the function control dial is in the STANDBY
position and the appliance has been disconnected from the wall outlet.
2. Fill the water tank with 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts cold water.
3. Attachemptyportalterandanylterbasket.
4. Plug the Espresso Maker into 120V AC electrical outlet.
5. Centerawide-mouthspoutedcontainerorcupunderthe2-spoutportalter.Placethe
steamwand’stipintothefrothingjug.Placeanemptycontainerunderthewaterdispenser.
6. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
7. PressthePOWERbutton.Itwillbegintoash.Whenthesystemisuptotemperature,
all 4 buttons on the control panel will illuminate.
8. Turn the function control dial to STEAM. Allow the hot steam to purge the line for at least
45seconds.TurnthefunctioncontroldialtoWATER.Allowwatertolltheemptycontainer,
then discard. Turn the function control dial to STANDBY.
9. Press the double shot (
) button, then empty the hot water, until the entire tank of water
is purged through the system.
10. In hard water environments, it is recommended to repeat this procedure.
11.Afterdescaling,removethewatertankandrellwithfresh,coldwater.
Repeat steps 7 through 9 to thoroughly rinse the Espresso Maker.
WARNING! Never immerse power cord, plug or Espresso Machine in water or any other
liquid. The water tank should never be completely emptied during descaling.
12.Whentheowhasstopped,pressthePOWERbutton.Makesuretheallindicatorlightsare
OFF. Unplug the Espresso Maker from the wall outlet when not in use.
13.Removeportalter,containersorcupsandrinsewithhotwaterfornextuse.
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Storing Instructions
1. Make sure unit is unplugged and fully cooled before storing.
WARNING: Never store Espresso Maker while it is hot or still plugged in.
2. Do not put any stress on cord where it enters unit, as this could cause cord to fray and break.
3. Store the Espresso Maker in its box, in a clean, dry area.
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Coffee runs
down the
side of the
portalter.
Portalterisnotattachedcorrectly,orhas
notbeentightenedsufciently.
Re-inserttheportalterintothebrewhead.
Make sure the handle is facing outward
andisrmlyengagedonthebrewhead.
Coffeepodisnotproperlyttedinthelter
basket.
Make sure that no part of the coffee pod
lterhangsoverthelipofthelterbasket.
Edgeoflterinsertisnotfreeofcoffee
granules.
Cleanaroundthetopedgeofthelter
and wipe the brew head with a clean,
damp cloth.
The brew head is dirty. Wipe brew head with a clean, damp cloth.
Brew head rubber seal
is damaged or worn.
Contact
Customer Service.
Espresso is
not streaming
No water in the water tank. Fill tank with water.
Water tank is incorrectly assembled. Pressrmlydownonthewatertank
to make sure it is correctly positioned.
Brewingltermaybeblocked. See “Descaling” section of this Instruction
Manual
Thelterbasketisblocked,coffeegrounds
aretooneortampeddowntoohard.
Emptylterbasketandrinseunderwaterto
clean. Use the cleaning pin to clear holes
in the base of the Wipe the brew head with
acloth.Redosethelterwithacoarser
coffee grind and tamp with less pressure.
Espresso does
not have any
or enough
crema.
Coffee is old or dry. Use freshly roasted and ground coffee.
Always store ground coffee in an airtight
container.
Coffeenotcompactedrmlyenough. Tamp coffee grounds with more pressure.
Coffee grind is too coarse. Useanergrindofpre-groundcoffeeor
grindthecoffeebeanstoanertexture.
Dose is too small. Increase dose
Coffee is
too cold.
Cups,lterandlterhandarecold. Run a blank shot to pre-heat cups,
portalterandlterbaskets.
If making a cappuccino or latte the milk
may not be heated enough.
Ensure that milk is heated properly during
texturing, but DO NOT boil the milk.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
No steam from
the steam
nozzle.
Steam nozzle is blocked. See “Care & Cleaning Instructions.”
Not enough
froth when
texturing
Milk is not fresh. Begin again with fresh milk.
Milk temperature is too warm. Make sure that the milk is well refrigerated
before use.
Texturingjugiswarm Refrigerate or run cold water into
thejugbeforeuse.
Steam nozzle is blocked. See “Care & Cleaning Instructions.”
Milk has been boiled. Start again with fresh, chilled milk.
The milk is making large bubbles rather
than microbubbles.
The tip of the steam nozzle should be
positionedjustbelowthesurfaceofthe
milk.
Cups are
unevenly lled.
Uneven tamping or obstruction in
the pouring spouts.
Make sure coffee is tamped evenly and
check that both pouring spouts on the
portalterareunobstructed.See“Care&
Cleaning Instructions.”
Espresso tastes
burnt.
Change the type of coffee being used. Experiment with various types and brands
of coffee beans.
Appliance has not been rinsed after
descaling.
Purge a full water tank through the Espresso
Maker before pulling another espresso shot.
Pump makes
an unusually
loud noise.
Not enough water in the tank, or the water
tank is empty.
Fill the water tank. The water tank should
alwaysbelledpasttheMIN(5oz.)mark.
NEVER operate the Espresso Maker with an
empty water tank.
Water tank is incorrectly assembled. Pressrmlydownonthewatertank
to make sure it is correctly positioned.
Machine does
not operate.
Portaltermaybeblocked. Removeportalterandcleanbrewing
head. See “Care & Cleaning Instructions.”
Machine blocked by scale buildup. See “Descaling.”
Espresso is the foundation of all café coffee. The 19 Bar Espresso Maker gives you the
freedom to add your personal touch of milk and froth.
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Espresso Recipes
Short Black
A single shot of espresso topped with a stable layer of crema.
Flat White
A single shot of espresso topped with a steamed milk, 1/3 coffee and 2/3 steamed milk.
Yuan Yang (Coffee with Tea)
Yuan Yang is made by making strong black tea in a pot, stirring in evaporated
or sweetened condensed milk and coffee, then sweetening to taste.
• 4 small black tea bags, paper and strings removed
• 1 (14-oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups Americano Coffee (see recipe following)
Simmer tea and 1 cup water in a 2-qt. saucepan over medium heat for 3 minutes.
Squeeze out and discard tea bags. Stir in milk; boil. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
Stir in Americano coffee; pour into glasses.
Americano or Long Black
A standard espresso shot diluted with hot water, served in a regular coffee cup or mug. Add
hot water before the espresso to maintain the delicate crema.
Café Latté
A single shot espresso with steamed milk, typically served in a glass.
The top layer of microbubbles should be 10mm to seal the coffee.
Cappuccino
Espresso with steamed milk, topped with creamy froth and a dusting of chocolate.
The resulting drink is approximately 2/3 milky coffee, 1/3 microbubbles.
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Café Mocha
Prepared similarly to a cappuccino but with the addition of drinking chocolate.
Stir chocolate into the espresso prior to adding the steamed milk and microbubbles.
Top with whipped cream.
Macchiato
Traditionally served as a short or long espresso with a dash of milk or a small dollop
of froth in the center of the crema.
Espresso Vodka Cocktail
• 1.5 oz. vodka
• 1/2oz.freshlysqueezedlemonjuice
• 1/2 oz. simple syrup
• 2 single espresso shots
• Ice for serving
• Lemon zest for garnish
Addvodka,lemonjuice,simplesyrup,espresso,andicetoadrinkshaker.Shakewell.
Pour into a chilled glass and serve over ice. Garnish with lemon zest.
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Limited Two-Year Warranty
SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for
a period of TWO YEARS from the date
of purchase, this product will be free
from mechanical defects in material
and workmanship, and for 90 days in
respect to non-mechanical parts. At its
sole discretion, SENSIO Inc. will either
repair or replace the product found to
be defective, or issue a refund on the
product during the warranty period.
The warranty is only valid for the original
retail purchaser from the date of initial
retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt, as
proof of purchase is required to obtain
warranty validation. Retail stores selling
this product do not have the right to
alter, modify, or in any way revise the
terms and conditions of the warranty.
Exclusions:
The warranty does not cover normal
wear of parts or damage resulting
from any of the following: negligent
use of the product, use of improper
voltage or current, improper routine
maintenance, use contrary to the
operating instructions, disassembly,
repair, or alteration by anyone other
than qualied SENSIO Inc. personnel.
Also, the warranty does not cover
Acts of God such as re, oods,
hurricanes, or tornadoes.
SENSIO Inc. shall not be liable for any
incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or
implied warranty. Apart from the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty of merchantability or
tness for a particular purpose is limited
in time to the duration of the warranty.
Some states, provinces or jurisdictions
do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, and therefore,
the above exclusions or limitations may
not apply to you. The warranty covers
specic legal rights which may vary by
state, province and/or jurisdiction.
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How To Obtain Warranty Service:
You must contact Customer Service at
our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843.
A Customer Service Representative
will attempt to resolve warranty issues
over the phone. If the Customer Service
Representative is unable to resolve the
problem, you will be provided with a
case number and asked to return the
product to SENSIO Inc. Attach a tag to
the product that includes: your name,
address, daytime contact telephone
number, case number, and description
of the problem.
Also, include a copy of the original
sales receipt. Carefully package
the tagged product with the sales
receipt, and send it (with shipping and
insurance prepaid) to SENSIO Inc.’s
address. SENSIO Inc. shall bear no
responsibility or liability for the returned
product while in transit to SENSIO Inc.’s
Customer Service Center.
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Perfect the art of coffee tasting.
For tips on how to use the
tasting wheel visit www.brim.coffee
Coffee Origin/Name: _________________________________________________________________
______
Roaster: ________________________________________________ Roast Date
________________________
Variety: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Price: ___________________________________________________ Brew Date: ________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________
_______
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Tasting Wheel
Sweet
Sour/Tart
Floral
Spicy
Salty
Berry Fruit
Citrus Fruit
Stone Fruit
Chocolate
Caramel
Smoky
Bitter
Savory
Body
Clean
Linger/Finish
Rating
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Coffee Origin/Name: _________________________________________________________________
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Roaster: ________________________________________________ Roast Date
________________________
Variety: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Price: ___________________________________________________ Brew Date: ________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________
_______
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Tasting Wheel
Sweet
Sour/Tart
Floral
Spicy
Salty
Berry Fruit
Citrus Fruit
Stone Fruit
Chocolate
Caramel
Smoky
Bitter
Savory
Body
Clean
Linger/Finish
Rating
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Coffee Origin/Name: _________________________________________________________________
______
Roaster: ________________________________________________ Roast Date
________________________
Variety: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Price: ___________________________________________________ Brew Date: ________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________
_______
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Tasting Wheel
Sweet
Sour/Tart
Floral
Spicy
Salty
Berry Fruit
Citrus Fruit
Stone Fruit
Chocolate
Caramel
Smoky
Bitter
Savory
Body
Clean
Linger/Finish
Rating
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Coffee Origin/Name: _________________________________________________________________
______
Roaster: ________________________________________________ Roast Date
________________________
Variety: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Price: ___________________________________________________ Brew Date: ________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________
_______
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Tasting Wheel
Sweet
Sour/Tart
Floral
Spicy
Salty
Berry Fruit
Citrus Fruit
Stone Fruit
Chocolate
Caramel
Smoky
Bitter
Savory
Body
Clean
Linger/Finish
Rating
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