Capresso 119 Instructions Manual

Model #119

• Instructions

• Warranty

Stainless Steel Espresso &

Cappuccino Machine

1250 W / 120 V~ / 60 Hz

2.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons,
including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

2. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, DO NOT
immerse the power cord, plug or appliance in water or in any other liquid.

4. Close adult supervision is required when this appliance is used by or near
children.

5. Turn the Steam Control Knob and Brewing Control Knob to the OFF position,
press the power switch to the OFF position and unplug unit from the
electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance
to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning it.

6. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged power cord or plug, or
operate it after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any
manner. Return this appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Center for
examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments other than those recommended by
Capresso may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

8. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the base.
No user serviceable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized
service personnel only.

9. DO NOT use outdoors.

10. DO NOT let the power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or allow it
to come into contact with hot surfaces.

11. DO NOT place this appliance on or near a hot gas stove or electric burner
or in a heated oven.

12. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF position, then remove the plug from
the electrical outlet.

13. DO NOT use appliance for other than intended use.

14. Place the appliance on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption
of airflow underneath the appliance.

15. Always be sure to place the water tank tightly back onto the unit with
its lid closed and fill with water above the minimum fill line before turning
the appliance on.

16. DO NOT remove the portafilter while brewing espresso. Please make sure
to turn the Brewing Control Knob to the OFF position before you remove
the portafilter to make more espresso. Caution should also be taken while
removing the portafilter since the metal parts will be hot. Please make sure
to hold it by the handle and to use the thumb guard to dispose of the
grounds. See all “CAUTION” sections on the following pages for
additional warnings.

17. Use extreme caution when dispensing hot steam!

18. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

3.

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

1. A short power supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided
to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.

2. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

3. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,
a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or
extension cord must be as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
b. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding type 3-wire cord, and
c. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over.

4. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature.

CAUTION!

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY! Any servicing other than
cleaning and user maintenance should be performed by an authorized
service agent.

1. Do not immerse in water or try to disassemble appliance.

2. Never use warm or hot water to fill the water tank. Use cold water only!

3. Never remove the portafilter at any time during the brewing process!

4. When steaming or frothing milk, always have the portafilter and sieve

locked onto the brew head.

5. Keep hands and cord away from hot parts of the appliance during

operation.

6. Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.

7. Always operate the appliance with the drip tray and cup platform in place.

8. Never heat inflammable liquids using steam.

9. Clean the frothing wand only when the appliance is not under pressure

and the ON/OFF switch is in the 'OFF' position.

10. Follow the instructions for Decalcifying, chapter 10c.

4.

a. Cup warming platform
b. Brewing Control Knob
c. POWER indicator
d. Thumb guard
e. Portafilter
f. Removable cup platform
g. Removable drip tray
h. Frothing sleeve
i. Frothing wand
j. Brew head

k. READY indicator
l. Steam Control Knob
m. Removable water tank
n. Water tank lid
o. 2-cup sieve
p. 1-cup sieve
q. Measuring scoop with tamper
r. Power cord
s. ON/OFF button

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

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m

l

k

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Back View

r. s.

Power On/Off

Cord button

q.

Measuring scoop

with tamper

o. p.

2-cup 1-cup

sieve sieve

Capresso Espresso & Cappuccino Maker User Components

Fig.1

5.

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Capresso Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino
Machine. For Warranty information, please see the end of this booklet. For
accessories and parts please contact Customer Service or order on our
website: www.capresso.com

Experts consider brewing coffee under high pressure to be the ideal process
to extract maximum flavor and aroma. The difference between espresso and
conventional coffee is that espresso requires a shorter brewing time. This is
also the reason that espresso contains approximately 30% less caffeine than
conventional filter coffee. If possible, use thick-sided, pre-heated espresso/
cappuccino cups which stay hot longer. Add the sugar before pouring espresso
into the cup or simply shake some sugar briefly into the cup, stirring just once
or twice, otherwise too much flavor escapes. The Capresso Stainless Steel
Espresso & Cappuccino Machine produces perfect espresso – coffee with a
thick, foamy layer on top called "crema." The "crema" traps the fine aromatics
and the light gaseous flavors that register on the palate.

The "crema" keeps flavor locked in that would otherwise escape. The high
pressure and short brewing time prevent the extraction of bitter oils and release
less caffeine than other brewing methods. Whether you are brewing a small 1 oz.
shot of espresso or a larger cup of pressure brewed coffee, your Capresso
Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine will produce the absolute
freshest and most aromatic cup of “crema” coffee possible. Not only will your
machine make perfect espresso, but in seconds the easy to use frothing system
can add frothed milk to your espresso and turn it into a delicious
cappuccino.

Fig. 2

1-cup sieve assembled and

2-cup sieve in foreground

Fig. 3

Removable frothing sleeve

Fig. 4

Thumb guard to secure

sieve during cleaning