User manual CAPRESSO ESP MINI

[. . . ] Sleeve Down: Frothing Sleeve Up: Steaming 3 SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS Regarding your Cord Set: A. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are avail able and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 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. [. . . ] Towards the end of the brewing process the water will be so hot that it would burn your espresso. Therefore you never want to process all the water through the coffee as this will result in a burnt taste (see the video). Any coffee labeled "espresso" is suitable for your mini-s. Also any coffee with at least 80% Arabica beans is ideal for espresso preparation. Steam boiler espresso machines, such as the mini-s, do not require a fine espresso grind. For maximum flavor and aroma we recommend a medium espresso grind or a fine drip grind. If you grind your own coffee we recommend using a burr or disk/burr grinder. Small blade grinders can create "coffee dust". Coffee dust can dramatically slow down the water flow during brewing resulting in bitter and overheated coffee taste. Sprinkle chocolate shavings or cinnamon on top of the 6 · · · · milk froth. For a stronger taste increase the amount of coffee. For a milder taste increase the amount of milk. of steamed milk (very little or no milk froth). Frothing: Foamy layer of milk froth on top of hot milk. Skim milk and 1% milk will produce more milk froth than 2% or regular milk. Markings on Glass Carafe: The markings on the glass carafe help you in the preparation of brewing and frothing. Upper rim of metal band: Maximum capacity of boiler (approx. For best results always fill the boiler with 11 oz. 4 cup marking: Maximum amount of espresso you should brew (approx. Depending on the roast you might even want to brew a little less to get a better aroma. Guideline for a double shot of espresso. Steam marking: Once the coffee has reached this level there is enough pressure in the boiler for steaming and frothing. 6. [. . . ] To clean, simply wipe off with a soft, damp cloth. · Clean the filter basket, the filter holder, and the glass carafe with lid in a hot water and mild soap solution. For your convenience, the filter holder, filter basket, and glass carafe can be put in the dishwasher's upper level, away from any heating element. · Clean the Frother after each use (be careful it might be still hot). [. . . ]