Capresso Cafe 115 User Manual

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Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine

Operating Instructions Product Registration and Warranty

Customer Service 1-800-767-3554

Model #115

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3 To protect against fire, electrical shock or personal injury,

do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter top, or touch any hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug the cord

into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall outlet.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Use extreme caution when dispensing hot steam.

14. For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 counter top 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). As a safety feature, 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. 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. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the base. No user servicable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.

3. Never use warm or hot water to fill the water container. Use cold water only!

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

5. Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.

6. Operate the appliance with the driptray and support grid in place.

7. Never heat inflammable liquids using steam.

8. Clean the steam tube only when the appliance is not under pressure and the ON/OFF switch is in the ‘OFF’ position.

9. Follow the instructions for Decalcifying.

WARNING:

The system is under pressure during operation. Removing the porta filter during operation can cause scalding and injury. Remove the porta filter when brewing is complete, and the appliance is no longer under pressure.

Customer Service

1-800-767-3554

Mon-Thu 9AM – 9PM • Fri 9AM – 8PM • Sat 9AM – 5PM

Eastern Standard Time.

email: contact@capresso.com

Jura-Capresso LLC.

81 Ruckman Road, Closter, NJ 07624

201-767-3999 • Fax: 201-767-9684

Website: www.capresso.com

Table of Contents

Page Page

Important Safeguards ............................................................. 3

Line Drawing, Fig 1 ................................................................. 6

1. The Capresso Café Espresso/Cappuccino Machine ......... 7

2. Before Using for the First Time .......................................... 7

3. Filling the Water Container ................................................. 8

4. Control Panel and Functions .............................................. 8

5. Warming the Internal Components and Cups .................. 10

6. Filling and Inserting the Porta Filter .................................. 10

7. Preparing Espresso .......................................................... 11

8. Preparing Cappuccino ...................................................... 11

9. Cleaning the Frothing Sleeve and Steam Tube ................ 12

10. Preparing Latte / Heating Other Liquids ........................ 12

11. Delivering Hot Water ....................................................... 13

12. Turning OFF the Capresso Café ..................................... 13

13. Cleaning & Maintenance ................................................. 13

14. Decalcifying .................................................................... 14

15. Troubleshooting .............................................................. 14

16. Recipes ........................................................................... 16

17. Warranty ......................................................................... 17

18. Customer Service ........................................................... 17

Product Registration ............................................................. 19

APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Name: Capresso Café Voltage: 120V 60Hz Rated Input: 1050 W Heating System: 1000W thermoblock heater,

thermostat controlled Pump: 50W electromagnetic high power pump Pressure: 12-16 bar (max) Dimensions: 12 x 8 x 11 inches, (303.5 x 203.5 x 274 mm)

Weight: 8.8 lbs, (4 kg)

Fig 1, Capresso Café User Components

a Removable water container b Hinged container lid c Sieve storage d ON/OFF switch e Function switch, Coffee or Steam f Control dial g Heating indicator light (red) h Operating indicator light (green) i Warming plate for cups j Steam tube k Removable frothing sleeve l Removable grid m Removable drip tray n Drip tray level indicator o Porta filter p Filter lock q Measuring spoon with tamper and hexagonal key r Small sieve, one-cup s Large sieve, two-cup t Brew head with unlock position indicator

1. The Capresso Café Espresso/ Cappuccino Machine

Thank you for purchasing the Capresso Café Espresso and Cappuccino machine. For Warranty and Product Registration please see the end of this booklet.

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 that 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 Café 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 Café will produce the absolute freshest and most aromatic cup of “crema” coffee possible. Not only will your Capresso Café make the perfect espresso, but within seconds the easy to use frothing system turns your espresso into a

delicious cappuccino. The separate hot water function allows you to make a cup of hot tea or instant soup in 30 seconds.

2. Before Using for the First Time

After carefully unpacking your Capresso Café, wash all removable parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the appliance and read the instructions manual.

Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet according to the safety instructions.

Rinse the internal components before making espresso. Fill the water container and pump a few ounces of water through the brew head (Fig.1, t) and the steam tube (Fig.1, j). Follow the

procedures in chapters 4 and 5 without using coffee.

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