User manual DELONGHI COFFEE MAKER EC9

[. . . ] If the cable is damaged or requires replacing, contact a service centre authorised by the manufacturer only. · Never install the machine in an environment that can reach a temperature less than or equal to 0°C (the appliance may be damaged if the water freezes). 3 Coffee Maker EC9 EC9 UK 24-06-2004 14:58 Pagina 4 How to prepare the espresso coffee 1 Unscrew the water tank cap by turning it anti-clockwise. 2) according to the amounts shown in the table on page 10. Do not exceed the amounts shown as this could cause the appliance to malfunction. [. . . ] 7 Repeat the operation for the number of cups required until sufficient milk is in the cups. 8 After preparing the last cappuccino, before turning the appliance off, lift the intake tube in the container above the level of any milk left as shown in fig. 17 and rotate the steam knob anticlockwise. Allow the steam to discharge for a few seconds, then close the knob with the tube extracted. For hygiene reasons, this operation should always be performed to avoid stale milk remaining in the circuits of the appliance. 9 Finally, to avoid the milk solidifying, the milk container should be washed immediately as described below in the "Cleaning the milk frother" paragraph. fig. 17 Coffee Maker EC9 6 EC9 UK 24-06-2004 14:58 Pagina 7 Hints Making good espresso and cappuccino is not difficult however it does require practice. The following tips will help you get the best results from your machine: · Warm the cups before filling with coffee. · Use an espresso coffee for best results. · Freshly ground coffee provides the best flavour. To maintain flavour, fresh coffee is best stored in an airtight container in a cool place, even in the fridge. 7 Coffee Maker EC9 EC9 UK 24-06-2004 14:58 Pagina 8 Cleaning the filter holder About every 300 coffees, clean the filter holder for ground coffee as follows: · Remove the filter · Clean the inside of the filter holder. · Rinse all components and clean the metal filter thoroughly in hot water using a brush (fig. Make sure the holes in the metal filter are not blocked. Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee. fig. 18 Cleaning the espresso boiler outlet About every 300 coffees, the espresso boiler outlet must be cleaned as follows: · check that the coffee machine is not warm and unplug from the mains; · using a screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that hold the outlet of the espresso boiler (fig. 20); · clean the boiler with a damp cloth (fig. 21); · clean the outlet thoroughly in hot water using a brush. · rinse the outlet under the tap, still scrubbing it; · replace the outlet of the espresso boiler ensuring the screws are replaced firmly. Failure to clean as described above invalidates the guarantee. fig. 20 Cleaning the milk frother IMPORTANT: the milk frother must be cleaned each time you use it. Proceed as follows: · Remove the milk container by pressing the "PRESS" lever and at the same time pulling upwards: wash with hot water. · Remove the red frother by pressing on the clip (A) and at the same time pulling upwards (fig. 22). Remove the rubber mixer, wash and clean with hot water, particularly the four holes indicated in figure 23 (use a needle). Make sure the hole indicated with the arrow B is not blocked. B fig. [. . . ] Do not forget to tighten the mains lead clamp on the plug. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be replaced with a flexible cord of the same size. After replacement of a fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. [. . . ]