Mr. Coffee ECM21 User Manual

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Standard
Coffee
®
MODEL ECM21
Instruction Manual
with Recipes
COFFEE & ESPRESSO MACHINE
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EADALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSINGTHISAPPLIANCE
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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 MACHINE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or machine in water or other liquids.
4. This product is not recommended for use by children.
5. Turn units OFF and unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow 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 this appliance only to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
7.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended for MR. COFFEE
®
products
may cause hazards or injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or countertop or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. To disconnect, turn units OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
12. Do not use appliance for anything other than its intended use.
13. Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of air flow underneath the appliance.
14.
Always be sure the espresso water reservoir cap is tightened securely before turning appliance on.
15. DO NOT remove the reservoir cap or brew basket on the espresso machine until pressure is completely relieved. See Section
“C
AUTION:PRESSURE
on Page 7.
16.
C
ARAFEUSE ANDCARE
Breakage may occur if the following instructions are not followed: a. Bo
th carafes are designed for use with your
MR. COFFEE®Coffee and Espresso
Machine and therefore must never be used on a rangetop or in any oven,
INCLUDING A MICROW
AVE.
b. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface. c. Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe with a loose or weakened handle. d. Do not clean the carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads or other abrasive materials. e. Discard carafe immediately if it is ever boiled dry. f. Avoid sharp blows, scratches or rough handling.
17.
W
ARNING
: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove any service covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authorized personnel only. Opening the bottom service cover will void the warranty.
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. An extension cord may be purchased and used if care is exercised in its use.
3. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least 10 amps and 120 volts. The resulting extended cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
polarized outlet only outlet, reverse the plug. electrician. Do not attempt to modify
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified
the plug in any way.
CAUTION : PRE SSURE
In order to avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam and water, NEVER open the water reservoir cap or brew basket on the espresso machine while the unit is turned on or as long as there is pressure in the water reser voir. Please see Page 7 for more important details. Make sure the coffeemaker is turned off when the decanter is empty. Brewed coffee and grounds are both ver y hot. Handle them with care to avoid scalding injuries. Unplug the appliance’s power cord when not in use.
THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUS EHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INTR ODUC TION
Congratulations! You have selected a quality Coffee and Espresso Machine. This unique appliance has been designed to provide you with delicious espresso, cappuccino and coffee quickly and conveniently.
There are various roasts of coffee. You can select mild roasts such as Sumatra, Colombian, Jamaica Blue Mountain,
Ethiopian, Mexican Altura or more robust roasts such as French,
Vienna or Italian. For the freshest,
most full-flavored coffee, it is best to use freshly ground
coffee. You may chooseto grind your
beans
daily with a grinder and store them in an air-tight
container. We recommend a MR. COFFEE
®
Burr Mill to store your beans and grind them daily.
Espresso is a unique method of coffee brewing in which hot water is forced through finely ground coffee. Popular in Europe, it is a far richer and more full-bodied brew than regular American coffee. Because of its richness, espresso is usually served in 1-1/2 to 2 oz. portions, in demitasse cups. This machine makes espresso in 2 oz. portions. Most espresso drinkers outside of Europe prefer cappuccino, a drink made with about one third espresso, one third steamed milk, and one third frothed milk.
Preparing espresso or cappuccino is
very different from brewing regular drip coffee in that
the espresso machine operates under pressure and requires special attention.
Please read ALL of the instructions, cautions, notes and attentions in this Instruction Manual carefully before you begin to use this appliance. Proper care and maintenance will ensure the long life of this machine and its trouble-free operation. Save these Instructions and refer to them often for cleaning and care tips.
Visit our website and discover the secret to brewing the perfect cup of coffee.
You will also find a rich blend of gourmet recipes,
entertaining tips and the latest information on MR. COFFEE
®
products.
www.mrcoffee.com
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TABLE OF CONTE NTS
PAGE
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Special Cord Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caution: Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Diagram of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pressure - 8 Steps of Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
How To Prepare Espresso and Cappuccino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before Using Your Espresso Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
How To Brew Espresso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
How To Make Cappuccino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Problems and Causes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
How To Brew Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Brew Strength Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning Your Coffee and Espresso Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Deliming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18
If Service Is Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Standard
Strong
On
Off
OFF
Coffee
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DIAGRAM OF PARTS
— E
SPRESSOMACHINE
— — C
OFFEEMAKER
R
EMOVABLE
W
ATER
R
ESERVOIR
S
HOWERHEAD
FROTHING
AID
ON
SELECTOR
VARIABLE
STEAM
C
ONTROL
BREW
STRENGTH
BUTTON
WATER
RESERVOIR
ON/OFF BUTTON
R
EMOVABLE
CONE FILTER
BASKET
ESPRESSO
D
ECANTER OR
CARAFE
COFFEE
DECANTER OR
CARAFE
RETAINER
CLIP
BREW BASKET
WITH
REMOVABLE
FILTER
W
ATER
R
ESERVOIR
L
ID
CAUTION: PRESSURE
In order to check if the espresso machine is under pressure,
follow these steps:
1. Turn the control knob to the
Off
position and unplug the appliance.
2. Rotate the control knob to the position. If steam comes out
of the frothing tube, then the water reservoir is still under pressure.
Off
Turn the control knob to the
position.
3. To release the pressure, hold a pitcher with water under the frothing
S
tube and immerse the frothing aid in the water. C
ONTROL
NOB TO THE
K
P
OSITION AND RELEASE THE STEAM
4. When the frothing tube stops releasing steam, turn to the
LOWLY TURN THE
.
Off
position
and slowly remove the cap.
5. Do not remove the brew basket or water reservoir cap at any time
during the brewing process or until pressure is relieved.
6. Use caution when removing the brew basket. The metal parts
may still be very hot. Also, there may be hot water floating on the top of the filter.
7. If coffee does not drip from basket, the brew basket is blocked.
Allow the appliance to cool down, then release the steam with the instructions above. The blockage may be caused by too finely ground
AUSES
coffee. See
ROBLEMS AND
“P
C
on Page 12.
W
HENCLEANING THEFROTHINGAID
8.
:
Place a frothing pitcher or large cup (with at least an 11 ounce capacity) half full of water under the frothing aid. Make sure the tip of the frothing tube is submerged
in liquid before turning the control knob to the position.
Froth the water for approximately 15 seconds.
In order for your unit to work properly time after time,
clean the frother after each use.
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YOUR COFFEEMA KER HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES
• On/Off Button – This button begins the brew cycle and turns off the coffeemaker.
• Brew Strength Setting – You can choose to brew strong or standard coffee, depending onyourtaste preferences.
• 8-Cup Brewing Capacity – Each cup measures 5 ounces.
• Pause ’n Serve –
Can’t wait for coffee to finish brewing? This feature allows you
up to30seconds to pour a cup of coffee while the coffee is brewing.
• Removable Water Reservoir – Conveniently detaches for easy filling and cleaning. The reservoir is dishwasher safe.
• Removable Filter Basket – The removable, cone filter basket allows you to easily lift the filter basket out to add or remove the filter and ground coffee. To remove the basket, you must first swing the showerhead aside. Then, after returning the filter basket, swing the showerhead back in place so it is positioned atop the center of the filter basket. More important details on Page 15.
• Non-Stick Warming Plate – This feature prevents the decanter from sticking to the surface of thewarming plate.
• Cord Storage – Allows you to store extra cord length for a tidy countertop.
YOUR STEAM ESPRESSO MACHINE HAS THE FOLL OWING FEATURES
• One dial functionality for controlling all settings.
• 4-cup brewing capacity. Each shot of espresso measures 2 ounces.
Variable Steam Setting – This setting allows you to gradually increase the pressure of the steam.
H
OW T OPREPARE QUALITYESPRESSO AND CAPPUC CINO
THE COFFEE
The coffee should be freshly ground, dark roasted variety. You may want to try a French or Italian roast. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for 7– 8 days, provided it is stored inanair-tight container, in a cool, dark area. Do not store in a refrigerator or freezer.
Whole beans are recommended, to be ground just before use. Coffee beans stored in an air-tight container will keep up to 4 weeks before they begin to lose their flavor.
T
HE GRIND
This is a vital step in making espresso and takes practice. The coffee must be ofafine grind.
The correct grind should look like salt.
• If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee even under pressure.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast, preventing a full-flavoredextraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder or Burr Mill for uniform consistency in your espresso grind. Oval shaped coffee grinders are not recommended because the grind is not consistent. Werecommend using a MR. COFFEE®Burr Mill. The burr method of grinding ensures a moreprecise, even grind.
BEFORE BREWING YOUR FIRST CARAFE OF ESPRESSO
Please refer to Page 6 for Diagram of Parts.
1. Turn the control knob to the from theelectricaloutlet.
2. First remove and then wash the carafe, lid, filter and brew basket in a mixture of mild detergent and water. Rinse each thoroughly and replace into the machine. See “H below for instructions on removal and replacement of filter and brew basket.
3. To clean the inside of the machine, follow steps for “H using wateronly. Do not immerse the appliance in water or attempt to reach any internal partsofthe machine.
Off
position and make sure the appliance is unplugged
OW TOBREWESPRESSO
OW TOBREWESPRESSO
below,
PREPARING THE COFFEE
1. Place the filter in the brew basket. (See Figure 1)
2. Fill with fresh, fine ground espresso coffee to the desired setting on the filter. Do notfillabove the 4-cup marking. Clean anyexcesscoffee from the rim of the filter holder. This will assure proper fit under the brew head.
Lightly tamp or compress coffee. Do not overfill the filter basket. This might cause clogging or overflow.
3. Position brew basket underneath the brew head: attach brew basket by first moving retainer clip back, position handle to far left until it fits into the groove. Then, slowly turn to right until brew basket is located at the
(lock) position.
O
FIGURE 1
HOW TO BREW ESPRESSO
1. Turn the control knob to the
2. Fill the glass carafe with cold water to thedesignated marking for the desired number of servings of espresso or cappuccino. Never use warm or hot waterto fill the water reservoir. The following chart details how much water to use for the desired amount of servings. NOTE: One serving of espresso is equal to 2 ounces.
ERVINGS ESPRESSO CAPPUCCINO
S
2 2-cup marking on carafe Midpoint between 2- and 4-cup mark
4 4-cup marking on carafe Top of metal band on carafe
3. Remove the water reservoir cap and pour the water into the water reservoir. Do notfillto the top of the reservoir or there will not be enough area to generate steam.
CAUTION:
Check to make sure thecontrol knob is in the
4. Screw the cap back on top of the water reservoir. Make sure it is on tight.
Do not pour water into the tank while the appliance is on or if the tank is hot.
Off
position.
Off
9
on carafe
position.
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BREWING ESPRESSO
ATTENTION: IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO, PLEASE REFER TO THE NEXT SECTION “HOW TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO.”
1. Make sure the drip grid is in place on the drip tray.
2. Place the cover on the carafe so the lid opening faces the spout, and set it on the drip tray. Make sure the brew basket spout is nestled inside the center opening of the decanter lid.
3. Make sure the control knob is in the
Off
position.
4. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and rotate the control knob upward to the symbol, which begins the brewing process. The light will illuminate to let you know that themachine is on.
5. Espresso will begin to flow into the carafe in about 3 – 5 minutes.
6.
When the espresso stops flowing into the carafe, turn the control knob to the
Off
position. Unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool. Do not remove reservoir cap or brew basket until the pressure in the machine has been released. Follow procedures in section marked
“CAUTION
:PRESSURE
on Page 7.
C
AUTION
:Do not remove reservoir cap or brew basket at any time while the
appliance is under pressure or until the appliance has cooled down. Follow the procedures marked
“CAUTION:PRESSURE
on Page 7 to relieve the pressure
before removing the reservoir cap or brew basket.
7. After the machine has cooled down and all pressure has been relieved, remove the brew basket. Using the filter retainer clip to secure the filter in the brew basket, turn the brew basket upside down to empty. Rinse the filter and basket with water.
C
AUTION
:
The metal parts of the brew basket might still be very hot. Make sure to use the filter retainer clip when discarding the grounds. Cool these parts by running under cold water.
8. For cleaning instructions, refer to Page 16.
HOW TO MAKE CAPPUC CINO
Cappuccino is espresso topped with steamed and frothed milk. Frothing milk for cappuccino takes practice. Do not be discouraged if it is not perfect the first time. The milk should be half steamed
(bottom of pitcher) and half frothed (top of pitcher). It may take a few times before you perfectthis process.
For best results, we recommend frothing the milk in a separate pitcher and pouring the milk into your coffee. The milk and pitcher should be cold. Do not use a pitcher which has just been washed in warm water. We also recommend a stainless steel frothing pitcher and a beverage thermometer, if you own one, for preparing the best froth and steamed milk.
1. The first step in making cappuccino is to make espresso. Therefore, fill the glass carafe with cold water to the designated marking for the desired number of servings. Never use warm or hot water to fill the water reservoir.
(See Chart from “H
OW TOBREWESPRESSO
” on Page 9)
2. Follow steps 1 – 5 in
“B
REWING
SPRESSO
E
on Page 10.
3. Fill a small stainless steel or ceramic pitcher 1/3 full with cold milk and set next to machine. Skim or 2% milk will be the easiest to froth. Ultimately, you will brew your espresso and froth the milk afterwards. You will need to be sure to stop brewing espresso once it reaches your desired cup marking on the carafe. This way, you will have enough steam to froth your milk afterwards.
4. If making 2 servings, stop brewing espresso at the 2-cup mark. Turn the controlknob to the
Off
position. If making 4 servings, stop brewing espresso at the 4-cup mark. Turn the control
knob to the
Off
position. At this time the unit has created enough pressure and steam to start
frothing the milk.
5. For your convenience and storage, this appliance has a swinging frothing aid. To use the frother, simply swing the aid away or out of the machine. You are now ready to froth and steam your milk. Hold the pitcher under the frothing tube so thatthe frothing aid isslightly immersed in the milk. Turn the control knob slowly to the position. Gently move the pitcher in a circular motion around the steam nozzle for about 45 seconds. R
EMEMBER
:
The milk and the
pitcher should be cold prior to frothing.
6. When the milk has doubled in volume, or, if you are using a beverage thermometer, when the milk has reached 100°F insert the frothing aid deeper into the milk to further heat the milk. The temperature of the milk, when finished, should be 140°F- 145°F. Do not exceed 150°F.
To avoid splattering of hot milk, do not let the frothing aid go above the surface of the milk. After frothing is completed, turnthecontrol knob back to the
Off
position before removing
the pitcher from the frothing aid.
7. You are now ready to make cappuccino.
R
EMEMBER
:
It is 1/3 espresso, 1/3 steamed milk and 1/3 frothed milk. Pourtheespresso into a cup which has the capacity of at least 5 ounces. Then addthesteamed milk to the espresso and spoon on the frothed milk.
8. Follow the instructions on Page 7 under section marked to flush outany residual milk from the frothing aid.
prevent it from working in the future.)
When finished using and cleaning the frother,
“C
AUTION
: P
RESSURE
(Milk can clog the frother and
swing it back into the unit.
9. Unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool. Do not remove the reservoir cap or brew basket until the pressure in the machine has been released. Follow procedures in section marked
“C
AUTION
: P
RESSURE
on Page 7 to relievethepressure.
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ESPRESSO MACHINE PROBLEM S AND CAUSES
PROBLEM C
AUSES SOLUTIONS
• Add water
• Grind coffee medium ground
• Fill filter only to 4-cup mark
• Tighten cap
• Plug unit into electrical outlet. Turn on
• Refill filter basket with coffee. DO NOTTAMP
• Rotate filter holder to full lock
• Wipe off rim; fill only to 4-cup mark
• Fill only to 4-cup mark
• Fill reservoir with correct amount of water. See Page 9
• Empty some water from reservoir. See Page 16
• Turn on unit with control knob
• Following frothing stage, operate frothing function for 1 –2 seconds to extract excess milk. Or, turn off unit, allow unit to cool, unplug unit and clean out frothing tube with a needle.
• Pour in the required amount of water to make cappuccino. See Page 11
• Chill milk and frothing pitcher prior to making cappuccino
• Use a finer grind
• Use more coffee
• Once unit has cooled, use more water to brew espresso
Coffee does not come out
Coffee comes out around the edge of the filter holder
No steam is generated
Milk is not foamy after frothing
Coffee comes out too quickly
Coffee is splattering out of frothing tube
• No water in reservoir
• Coffee grind is too fine
• Too much coffee in the filter
• Cap is not secure, steam is escaping
• Appliance was not turned on or plugged in
• Coffee has been tamped / compressed
• Filter holder not rotated to fulllockposition
• Coffee grounds around the filter basket rim
• Too much coffee in the filter basket
• Water reservoir is empty
• Too much water in the reservoir – no roomfor steam
• Appliance is not turned on
• Frothing tube is blocked
• Ran out of steam
• Milk is not cold enough
• Ground coffee is too coarse
• Not enough coffee in filter basket
• Water tank is empty or low, not enough pressure
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