DeLonghi EC190 User Manual

instructions

Coffee Maker

EC190

Please retain these instructions for future reference

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2-cup filter

1-cup filter

Filter holder

Steam release

knob

Steam nozzle

Milk frother

Removable drip tray -

black area inside

for positioning cups

Coffee measuring
spoon

Boiler outlet

Selector dial

Steam function

(for milk frothing)

"O" OFF position

Boiler "ON"
function

OK/Ready light
(coffee/water
or steam)

Espresso function

Coffee tamper

Water
tank

Lid for water tank

Thank you for choosing this coffee machine. To get the very
best out of your new coffee machine it is advisable to read
these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only
way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety.

Using for the first time

Before using the machine for the first time, wash all the acces­sories in warm soapy water and rinse. For the best tasting coffee
the internal circuits must be flushed through at least five times.To
do this follow the instructions in the paragraph “How to prepare
espresso coffee” using just water.

Installation

• Place the coffee maker on flat work surface at a safe distance
from taps and sinks.

• Check that the voltage corresponds to that indicated on the
appliance rating plate.The appliance must always be connected
to a well-earthed socket rated at 10A minimum.The manufac­turer is not liable for damage caused by inadequate earthing of
the appliance.

• In the event of incompatibility between the plug on the appli­ance and the socket, have the plug replaced by a qualified pro­fessional.
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 (if the water in it
freezes, the coffee maker may be damaged).

• When the machine is in operation, any additional cable can be
stored in the machine by inserting it back into the cable supply
outlet.

• The power cable can be positioned to the right or left, depend­ing on where the nearest power outlet to the appliance is locat­ed, by lodging it in the corresponding guides underneath the
appliance (Fig. 1).

• When changing the position of the power cable, check that it is
properly secured by the special clips underneath the appliance
(Fig. 1)

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fig. 4

fig. 5

fig. 6 fig. 7 fig. 8

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How to prepare espresso coffee

Filling the water tank

To r emove the water tank lift the lid (fig.2) and simply pull
upwards (fig 3) and fill the tank at the sink (fig 4). Do not exceed
the MAX level on the water tank. The tank may also be filled with­out removing it, simply by pouring water into it directly from a jug.
Replace the tank by connecting the valve at the bottom of the tank
with the hole in the base on the machine.
WARNING: it is completely normal for there to be water in the
compartment under the tank; as a result, this compartment should
be dried using a clean sponge.
Note: Do not operate the appliance without water in the tank
and always remember to fill the tank when the level drops to a
couple of centimetres from the bottom.

Preheating the coffee machine

To ensure your espresso coffee is dispensed at the right tempera­ture it is essential that the coffee unit is preheated.

1. Turn the selector knob so that the indented line on the selec­tor points to the boiler “ON” function (fig. 5). Red light
next to will come on.

2. Attach the empty filter holder (without coffee) to the machine
by positioning it under the boiler outlet with the handle
towards the left (fig 6). Push upwards and at the same time turn
the handle as far right as possible. It does not matter if the
handle is not centrally aligned with the machine, as long as the
filter holder is firmly attached to the appliance.

3. Position a cup under the filter holder. Use the same cup that
the coffee will be served in, so that it may be preheated.

4. Wait until the “OK” light comes on (fig 7) and turn the selector
knob to the espresso function position (fig 8). Allow
water to flow until the “OK” light goes out, then stop the flow
of water by turning the selector knob to the boiler “ON” func­tion (fig 5)

5. Empty the cup, wait until the “OK” pilot light comes on again
and repeat the whole operation one more time.

(It is normal for a small and harmless puff of steam to be given off
when removing the filter holder).

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