User manual MAGIMIX L EXPRESSO

[. . . ] L' expresso · L' expresso Program L'expresso Program Automatic Instructions for use Thank you for your loyalty and for the confidence you have shown in our brand. You have just acquired a Magimix Expresso and we hope that it will give you entire satisfaction. This appliance has been designed to produce genuine espresso coffee. Please read these instructions carefully before using your appliance and keep them in a safe place. Golden rules for making good espresso coffee An espresso is a strong coffee with an extremely rich aroma, characterised by its "chamois" coloured cream. [. . . ] The indicator light will continue to flash until the temperature has dropped sufficiently to brew good espresso coffee. 11 · To bring down the temperature more rapidly and to rinse the pipe, place an empty container under the pipe, press and turn the selector to . As soon as water starts to flow continuously from the pipe, turn the selector back to , then press . Wipe the pipe immediately after use, with a damp sponge. Do not touch the pipe, as it can become extremely hot. 19. Hot water function · Check that there is fresh water in the tank. The speed at which your appliance is affected will depend on the hardness of your water. NB : problems due to failure to descale or descaling that has not been carried out according to the instructions for use are not covered by the warranty. How to gauge the hardness of your water ?· Use the tester supplied with your machine. · Dip it in cold water for one second, shake off any excess water and compare the result to the table below. Measure the hardness of your water The test shows That your water is. . . Very soft Soft Average hardness Hard Very hard Descaling method : We recommend you use a special descaling product for coffee makers (avoid powders which do no dissolve well). Never use vinegar. 13 Descaling the Expresso model : How often?Water Hardness level Very soft or soft Average hardness or hard Very hard How long ?Check that your appliance is switched off and has cooled down. Fill the tank with water and then add the descaling product (never the other way round) according to the manufacturer's instructions on the packet. small bowl) under the extractor head and the pipe. Press and allow the mixture to pass through the extractor head for approx. You do not need to wait for the indicator light to stop flashing. Press and turn the selector to mixture to pass through the pipe for approx. Switch the machine off ( Turn the selector back to Phase 2 : rinsing 1. Rinse the water tank thoroughly and fill it with fresh water. [. . . ] · Your appliance must always be plugged into an earthed socket, using the power cord supplied by the manufacturer. If you use an extension lead, this must be fitted with an earthed plug. · Never use the appliance if the power cord has been damaged. In order to avoid all risk of danger, any damaged cord must be replaced either by the manufacturer, by a Magimix-approved after-sales service or by a similarly qualified person. [. . . ]