OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
BY MR. COFFEE
STEAM ESPRESSO/CAPPUCCINO MAKER
MODEL ECM7
IMPORTANT
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 liquid.
4. This product is not recommended for use by children.
5. Turn control switch OFF and unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and
before cleaning.
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 repair.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by MR. COFFEE,
Inc. may cause hazards or injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
SAFEGUARDS
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, 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 any control to “off’, then remove plug from wall outlet.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of air flow
underneath the appliance.
14. Always be sure water tank pressure cap is tightened securely before
turning machine on.
15. DO NOT remove pressure cap until pressure is completely relieved. See
section
16. Decanter Use and
Breakage may
a. This decanter is designed for use with your Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker
and therefore must never be used on a range top, or in any oven
including a microwave.
“CAUTION-PRESSURE”.
Care
occur if
the following instructions are not followed:
b. Do not set a hot decanter on a wet or cold surface.
c. Do not use a cracked decanter or a decanter having a loose or weak-
ened handle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2
17.
WARNING: 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.
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord Is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
1.
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
An extension cord may be purchased and used if care is exercised in
2.
its use.
If an extention cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the exten-
3.
sion cord must be at least
extended cord must 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 accidentally.
Note:
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is larger than the
other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. if the plug does not fully fit in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do
not attempt to defeat
.
10
amps and 120 volts. The resulting
this
safety feature.
CAUTION:PRESSURE
To avoid possible burns from hot steam and water, NEVER open
cap
the boiler
pressure first.
To remove all pressure, proceed as follows:
1.
while there is pressure In the boiler. Remove all
Introduction
Congratulations! You are the owner of a Details by Mr Coffee model ECM7 Steam Espresso/
Cappuccino Maker. This unique appliance has been designed to provide you with an excellent
tasting cup of espresso or cappuccino quickly and conveniently.
Espresso is a unique method of coffee brewing in which hot water is forced through
finely ground espresso 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 l-1
/2
to 2 ounce portions, in demitasse cups.
Most espresso drinkers outside Europe prefer cappuccino a drink made of about
third espresso, one-third hot milk and one-third f oam milk. Preparing espresso or
cappuccino is very different than brewing regular automatic drip coffee in that
machine operates under pressure and requires special attention.
To ensure your safety and long life of this appliance, please read all instructions, cautions,
notes, and attentions.
Table of Contents
Important
Special
Caution: Pressure
Diagram
How to
Before
How
How
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Cleaning after each use........................................................................................
Deliming Pr
Decanter Cleaning ..................................................................................................
Recipes
Limited
Safeguards
Cord Set
of
Parts.. .....................................................................................................
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Your Espresso/Cappuccino
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Espresso
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Cappuccino..
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Product Features and Diagram of Parts
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2-4 cup f i l l e r b a s k e t
sel ector
on/off
How to Prepare Quality Espresso and Cappuccino At Home
The Coffee
The coffee should be a 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 In an air tight container, in a cool, dark area.
Do not store in 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.
The Grind
This is a vital step In the espresso making process and takes practice. The
coffee must be ground fine, but not too fine.
*The correct grind should look gritty, like salt or sand.
!
If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee even under
pressure. This grind looks like
between fingers.
powder
and feels like flour when rubbed
!
If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast,
preventing a full flavored extraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder or mill for uniform consistency in your
espresso grind. Oval shaped coffee mills are not recommended because the
grind is not consistent. We recommend using Details by Mr. Coffee’s Burr
Mill.
Before
Please refer to page 5 for diagram of parts.
Turn the power switch
1.
outlet.
Using Your
Mr. Coffee Espresso
off
and unplug the machine from the
Maker
electrical
Wash the carafe,
2.
and
water. Rinse each thoroughly.
To rinse the inside of the machine, follow steps for brewing espresso
3.
using water only.
lid
and filter holder in a
mixture
of
mild
detergent
How To Brew Espresso
Please refer to page 5 for diagram of parts. First unwind the electrical cord
from the bottom of your machine.
Filling
1.
2.
3.
4.
the
Water Tank...
Turn the selector control knob to the center ‘0’ or OFF position and turn
the on/off switch OFF.
Fill the glass carafe with cold water to the
desired number of servings of espresso. Never use warm or hot water
to fill the water container. Note: If you are making cappuccino, refer to
8
page
*For
*For 4 servings,
Remove the water tank boiler cap and pour the water into
tank. Do not fill to the top of the tank or there will not be enough area to
generate
CAUTION:
Check to make sure power switch is off. Do not pour more than 10
ounces of water into the tank.
Screw the boiler cap back on top of the water tank. Make sure It is
on tight.
for the prop
2 servings,
steam.
Do not pour water into the tank white the
er water measurements.
filI water up to the 2 cup marking.
fill
water up to the 4 cup marking.
designated
marking for the
the water
machine is on.
Preparing the Coffee...
Remove the filter holder by grabbing the filter handle and
1.
the left. The filter holder
Place the
2.
figure 1.
Fill with fresh fine ground espresso coffee to the 2
3.
or 4 cup mark of the
the 4 cup markings. Clean any excess coffee from
the rim of the filter holder. This will assure proper
fit under the brew head.
ATTENTION:
a. Do not pack coffee.
b. Do not overfill the
cause clogging or over flow.
filter
basket in
will
now release.
the
filter holder. See
filter
basket. Do not fill above
filter
basket. This
might
sliding l/4
FIGURE 1
to
4.
Place
the filter
How to Make Cappuccino
ed
with
Cappuccino is espresso topp
cappuccino takes practice.
time. It may take a few times.before you perfect this process.
D o
steamed and frothed milk. Frothing
not be discouraged If it is not perfect the
milk
first
for
For best results, we recommend frothing the milk in a separate
pouring the milk into your coffee.. The milk and pitcher should be cold. Do not
use pitcher which has just been washed In warm water.
The
first
1.
4.
5.
6.
7.
6.
9.
step in making
sufficient
the production of steam.
*For 2 servings
*For 4 servfngs,
Follow step
Fill a small
and half and set next to the machine. Skim milk or
froth.
Rotate the
begin to flow in about 5 minutes. As soon’as the
espresso reaches the steaming position mark on.
the glass carafe,
knob to the OFF
has created
frothing
the espresso prevents you from running out of the
steam. This can happen if you froth towards
end of
Hold the pitcher below the frothing
selector control knob downward
‘steam’
cular motion
warm
from just below the surface. See figure 4.
When
milk to
steam nozzle above the surface of the milk until the steam selector control
knob is closed. This is done by rotating
the
the frothed
‘cup’ position to
control knob to
steam nozzle.
When the espresso has stopped flowing into the carafe, turn the power
switch OFF. Pour the espresso
5 ounces. Then add the steamed milk to the espresso and spoon on the
frothed
is normally 1 part espresso and 2 parts milk plus the froth.
Un
plug the power cord and allow the machine too cool. Do not remove the
boi ler cap
section ‘CAUTION
Continue to follow
water for the required quantity of espresso, plus enough
fill
water to the
fill
water up to the
1-4 on “Brewing Espresso’ on pag
s
stainless steel
selector
turn
position.
h pressure and steam to start
Frothing
Gently move the pitcher In a
has doubled in volume, Insert the steam nozzle down into the
heat
to settle. Turn the steam selector control knob back to the.
finish
the
‘steam’ position to flush out any residual
the
the
the
position.
milk
the milk
further
‘0’
OFF
milk.
enoug
milk.
brewing process.
around
does not froth, the milk should be frothed
position.
milk
The proportion between espresso and milk is to taste; In Italy
until
cappuccino is
mid
or
ceramic
control knob to the ‘cup’ marking. The espresso
the steam selector control
At
that time
the
milk
the
steam nozzle. Because
the milk.
After the
making espresso. Turn the three way
pressure in
PRESSURE”.
steps
To avoid splattering of hot
milk
into
7-6 on
to make espresso. Therefore,
point between the 2 and 4 cup markings.
bottom
pitcher 1/3
before
tube. Rotate the
slowly to the
is
a cup
the machine has been released. See
“Brewing
of the metal band.
e 7.
full
with cold
2% will
the boiler
finishing
the
cir-
the selector control knob back
frothed,
set the pitcher
which
Espresso” on page 7.
has the capacity of at least
pitcher and
milk
or half
be the
FIGURE 4
milk,
do not Iift
aside
steam selector
milk
from the
wa
easiest
pour in
ter for
to
will
to allow
It
Problems and Causes
Problem
Coffee does not
come out
Coffee comes out
too quickly
Coffee comes out
around the edge of
the filter holder
No steam is generated
Coffee is splattering
out of frothing tube
Milk is not foamy after
frothing
Causes
!
No water in tank
!
Ground coffee is too fine
!
Too much coffee in the filter
!
Soiler cap is not secure, steam is escaping
!
Machine was not turned on, or plugged in
!
Ground coffee is too coarse
!
Not enough coffee in filter basket
!
Filter holder is not inserted in the brew head properly
!
Coffee grounds around the filter basket rim
!
Too much coffee in the filter basket
!
Coffee has been packed too tightly
!
Water tank is empty
!
Too much water in the tank, no room for steam
!
Machine is not turned on
!
Water tank is empty or low, not enough pressure
!
Ran out of steam
!
Milk is not cold enough
If Service Is Required, Do Not Return to Your Store
For service, call l-800 MR COFFEE (l-800-672-6333)
8:30
a.m. to
All repairs must be made by Mr. Coffee or an authorized Mr. Coffee Service Center. Please
call us for assistance or for the location of the nearest authorized Mr. Coffee Service Center.
Please do not return
We welcome your questions, comments or
Please
include
5:00
p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
To
assist
number
this
us in serving you,
ECM7,
appliance to your store.
your complete name, address and telephone number and
description of problem in
Consumer Affairs Department
MR. COFFEE
24700
Miles
Bedford Heights, Ohio 44146-1399
A Division of
please
have the model
and date of purchase available.
suggestions.
all
communications.
Road
health
o Meter Inc.
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Cleaning Your Espresso/Cappuccino Maker
1.
Unplug the appliance power cord.
2.
Clean the steam nozzle
appliance to produce steam for another 1-2 seconds which will clear the
nozzle. Wipe nozzle with
it is still blocked.
If necessary, the steam nozzle can be unscrewed in a
direction using the end of the measuring spoon and then it can be
cleaned. The nozzle must be screwed on again in a clockwise direction
Tighten
using reasonable force with the end of
provided.
3.
The carafe, carafe
Iid,
be washed with soapy
dishwasher.
CAUTION: Do not Immerse machine in water. Do not remove boiler cap
while machine is under pressure. See section CAUTION PRESSURE.
4.
After
remaining
boiler
5.
Always empty the water tank of any water
6.
Wipe housing with a soft wet cloth. Do not use
scouring
7.
Do not store the filter holder In the brew head. Thls can adversely affect
the seat
the
pressure has been released, remove boiler cap.
water through the top
cap back In place.
pads
between
as
they
the brew head and the filler holder while brewing
espresso.
immediately
a
damp cloth. Clean
after foaming milk by allowing
the
nozzle with a needle. If
counter
the
measuring spoon
clockwise
filter holder, filter basket, and drip tray can
water
or placed on the top rack only of your
Discard
opening
will scratch
the finish.
of the
.water,
between uses.
abrasive
tank. Screw
cleaners or
the
the
Deliming
Mineral deposit bulld-up in the espresso maker
machine. Your espresso maker must be
an
Increase
ing. Also, you
In
the time
will
to brew
notice a build
espresso, or when there is
up of white deposits on the surface of
will
affect the operation of the
delimed when you
additional
begin
to
notice
steam-
brew head.
The
frequency of cleaning depends upon the hardness of the water used
The
following
table
gives
the suggested cleaning
intervals.
SUGGESTED CLEANING INTERVAL
Type of Water
Soft Water
Hard Water
Cleaning frequency
every 80
every 40 brew cycles
brew cycles
Your espresso maker may be delimed using white household vinegar.
Clean the
1.
Make sure the steam selector control knob is in the center OFF position
and that the plug is disconnected from the
water
tank
first, following
steps
I-5;
electrical
outlet.
2.If the machine is cool and the pressure has been released (see section
CAUTION PRESSURE), remove the
boiler
cap and pour 8 ounces
of undiluted white household vinegar Into the water tank.
the
3.
Screw on the boiler cap and allow
vinegar
4.
SLOWLY remove the
opening
5.
Rinse
twice.
To wash internal parts:
1.
Make sure you clean the lnside of the water tank first.
2.
Make sure all controls are off, the plug is disconnected from the electrical outlet, the machine is cool and all pressure
been released (see section CAUTION PRESSURE). Remove the
pressure cap and pour 8 ounces of fresh white household vinegar
Into the water tank.
3.
Screw the boiler cap back on top of the water tank. Make sure the
cap is on
4.
Insert
with lid
5.
Plug the machine Into the
solution
of the espresso maker.
the water tank thoroughly
tight.
the filter holder Into the brew head and place the glass carafe
on
the
drip
In
the
water tank.
boiler
tray.
machine
cap and
with
electrical
to sit overnight with the
discard vinegar
tap water, repeating this step
in
outlet and turn the power
through the top
the machine has
switch
on.
6.
Place a cup with cold water under the steam nozzle. Turn the selector
control knob to the “cup’
the carafe, Insert the nozzle Into the water and open the steam nozzle slowly by turning the selector control knob downward. After a
few seconds dose the steam nozzle by
center.
7.
When all the vinegar has been pumped Into the carafe and the flow
has stopped, turn the power
cool.
Repeat
8.
vinegar
machine to cool and pressure to be released before
This will
steps l-7 using only tap water to
out of the
clean any
machine.
Carafe Cleaning
Hard water can leave a whitish
discolors
carafe. To remove these
1.
2.
3.
these
Pour warm white vinegar In the carafe and let It soak for
minutes.
Discard the vinegar. Wash and
soft cloth. Do not use harsh abraslve cleaners. They
scratches
Wash and rinse
use harsh abrasive cleaners. These will cause scratches which lead
to breakage.
deposits, sometimes
stains,
which
can lead to breakage.
the
carafe thoroughly using a soft cloth. Do not
position.
residue left
switch
Repeat
mineral
follow these simple steps:
When vinegar begins to flow Into
turning
In
off and
this
deposit
leaving
rinse
the carafe thoroughly using a
the
rise
process
Inside
a brownish stain lnside the
the knob back up to
nozzle from frothing milk.
allow
the machine to
any
remaining
twice, allowing
the carafe. Coffee
traces of
repeating.
about 20
will
cause
the
11
RECIPE IDEAS THAT YOU WILL LOVE TO
San
Francisco
espresso, hot steamed chocolate,
brandy, topped with whipped
cream and cinnamon
Cappuccino
Cafe Tia
espresso, Tia Maria liqueur topped
with frothed milk
TRY!
Maria
Cafe Irish
espresso, Irish whiskey, topped
with whipped cream
Cafe Grand Marnier
espresso,
topped with whipped cream and grated
Grand Mamier
liqueur,
orange peel
Cafe Tuaca
espresso.Tuaca liqueur, topped
with whipped cream
Cafe Vienna
espresso, brandy, topped with
Mexican Cafe
espresso, Kahlua, tequila, topped
with whipped cream
Cafe Roman0
espresso, brandy and lemon twist
whipped cream
Limited
Warranty
Mr. Coffee. warrants to the purchaser that the ECM7 by Mr. Coffee, (except
for cord
period of one year from
set)
is free
from
manufacturer defects in
the
date of origlnal purchase when used in compliance with
material
and workmanship for a
directions as outlined in the manufacturer’s instructions, which will constitute reason-
able and necessary maintenance by the purchaser.
In case of manufacturer defects in material or workmanship, Mr. Coffee,
agrees to repair (remedy) a defective espresso/cappuccino maker without charge.
The purchaser’s exclusive remedy. against Mr. Coffee, inc. shall be for
a
replacemenl of
defective Mr. Coffee product.
the
repair or
All repairs must be made at an
a Mr. Coffee Service Center, call
authorized
l-800-MRCOFFEE
Mr. Coffee Service Center. To locate
(l-800-672-6333). As the pur-
chaser, you assume all cost incurred in transporting your Mr. Coffee machine to and
from the
for any repairs
Service Center.
rights
authorized
This warranty gives you
Mr. Coffee Service Center. Mr.
performed
at any facility which is not an authorized Mr. Coffee
specific
legal
Coffee,
rights.
and you may also have other
shall
not be responsible
which vary from state to state. Any Implied warranty Is limited in duration to the
one year provided in this, the only, expressed warranty. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you.
In no event shalt Mr. Coffee, be
tia/
damages,
ment; nor
nor damage due to misuse or the use of any unauthorized
assumption
of responsibility for damage caused by use of an
cuit not specified on the Mr. Coffee, product. Some states do not allow
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
not
sion may
apply to you.
Mr. Coffee, a
24700
Miles
Road, Bedford
responsible for lncidental
division
of
Health
o meter,
Heights, Ohio
or
limtiation
Inc.
44146-1399
consquen-
attach-
electrical
the
exclusion
or exclu-
cir-
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