Delonghi EC 191 Instructions Manual

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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.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

The following terms are used throughout the instruction
manual

1 Filter holder for ground coffee
2 Filter for coffee with frother
3 Filter for pods (if fitted)
4 Filter holder for pods (if fitted)
5 Steam release knob
6 Coffee tamper
7 Black area inside for positioning cups
8 Power supply cable
9 OK’ light (coffee/water or steam)
10 ‘OK’ light
11 Selector knob
12 Espresso function
13 “O”OFF position
14 Steam position
15 Coffee measuring spoon
16 Boiler outlet
17 Delivery tube
18 Cappuccino function (for milk frothing)
19 Water tank
20 Lid for water tank

SAFETY WARNINGS

• This machine has been built to “make coffee” and to
“reheat beverages”; please be careful to avoid burns
from the sprays of hot water or steam and avoid any
improper use.

• When the appliance is in use, do not touch any of the
machine’s hot surfaces

• After unpacking, make sure that the machine is
complete and undamaged. In case of doubt, do not
use the appliance and seek the advice of a qualified
service professional.

• Packaging materials (plastic bags, foam polystyrene,
etc.) should not be left within the reach of children as
this could be a potential source of danger.

• This appliance is to be utilised for domestic use only.
Any other use is to be considered improper and

therefore, dangerous.

• The manufacturer takes no responsibility for damage
derived from improper use.

• Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands

• The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.

•Your children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

•In case of breakdown or malfunctioning, turn off the
appliance immediately and do not touch it. For
repairs, please contact a Service Centre authorized
by the manufacturer and request the use of original
replacement parts only. The lack of respect for this
point may compromise the safe use of the appliance.

• The power supply cable of this appliance must never be
replaced by the user, because its replacement requires
the use of special tools. If the cable should become
damaged, or in case it needs to be replaced, please go
to a Service Centre authorized by the manufacturer.

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 10 A
minimum. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
caused by inadeguate earthing of the appliance.

• In the event of incompatibility between the plug on
the appliance and the socket, have the plug replaced
with another of the right type by a qualified
professional.

• 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).

HOW TO PREPARE ESPRESSO COFFEE

FILLING THE WATER TANK:

To remove the water tank lid ( fig.2) 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.

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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
theater level goes below the MIN level

PREHEATING THE COFFEE MACHINE

To ensure your espresso coffee is dispensed at the right
temperature it is essential that the coffee unit is
preheated.Turn the selector knob so that the indented
line on the selector knob points to the boiler on function

(fig.5). 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). Be sure
that the stean knob is firmly closed).

1.Attach the empty filter holder (without coffee) to the
machine by positioning it under the boiler outlet with
the handle towards the left (fig 5). 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.

2.Position a cup under the filter holder. Use the same

cup that the coffee will be served in, so that it may be
preheated.

3.Wait until the orange “OK” light comes on (fig 7)

and turn the selector knob to the espresso function
position (fig8) Allow water to flow until the
orange “OK” light goes out, then stop the flow of
water by turning the selector knob to the boiler on
function (fig 5)

4.Empty the cup, wait until the “OK” pilot light comes

on again and repeat the whole operation one more
time.

HOW TO PREPARE ESPRESSO COFFEE:

1.After preheating the appliance as described in the

above paragraph, insert the ground coffee filter
with frother into the filter holder, making sure the
tab is correctly inserted into the housing as shown
in fig. 9.

2.To prepare a single coffee, fill the filter with a level

measure of ground coffee, about 7 g (fig. 10). To
prepare two coffees, use the filter and fill with two
loosely filled measures of ground coffee (about 6+6
g). Fill the filter in small doses to prevent the ground
coffee from overflowing.

IMPORTANT: For correct operation, before adding the
ground coffee to the filter holder, make sure the filter
is free from ground coffee from the previous infusion.

3.Distribute the ground coffee uniformly and press it

lightly with the pressing pad (Fig. 11).

NOTE:Pressing the coffee is very important in order
to prepare a food coffee. However if you press too
hard, coffee will come out slowly and cream will be
of a dark colour. If you press to light, coffee will come
out too fast and cream will be a very light color.

3.Remove any excess coffee from the rim of the filter

holder and attach the filter holder to the appliance.

Rotate firmly (fig. 5) to avoid leaks of water.

4.Place the cup or cups (cups can be preheated by
rinsing under hot water) on the black part of the
removable drip tray (fig 12). Ensure that the cup or
cups line up with the dispensing holes on the filter
holder.

5.Wait until the “OK” light comes on (fig 6) then turn
the selector knob to the espresso function (fig 7)
until the desired quantity of coffee is obtained. To stop
the delivery, turn the selector to the position.

6.Wait until the orange “OK” light comes on (fig 7)
and turn the selector knob to the espresso function

position (fig 8). Allow water to flow until the
orange “OK” light goes out, then stop the flow of
water by turning the selector knob to the boiler on
function (fig 5)

7.To detach the filter holder, turn the handle from right
to left.

ATTENTION: to avoid spraying, never detach the
filter holder while the machine in brewing coffee.

NOTE:Pressing the coffee is very important in order
to prepare a food coffee. However if you press too
hard, coffee will come out slowly and cream will be
of a dark colour. If you press to light, coffee will come
out too fast and cream will be a very light color.

8.To remove the used coffee, hold the filter locked with
the special lever that is built into the handle and let
the coffee fall out by knocking the overturned filter
holder (Fig. 12).

9.To switch off the coffee machine, turn the selector knob
on the appliance to the OFF position “O” (fig. 14).

ATTENTION: The first time that coffee is prepared, it is
necessary to wash all of the accessories and the
internal circuits of the machine, preparing at least five
coffees without using the ground coffee

HOW TO PREPARE COFFEE USING THE FILTER
HOLDER FOR PODS (if fitted):

•Preheat the machine as described in the

‘Preheating the Coffee Machine’ section, making
sure to leave the filter holder attached to the unit.
Following this procedure ensures that the coffee is
delivered at a hotter temperature, as well as
guaranteeing that the seal of the filter holder
gaskets is more effective.

•Press the filter holder button and insert the pod into

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