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Legend:
Removable water reservoir and cover
Warming plate for cups
Swivelling steam and hot-water nozzle
Hot-water/steam knob
Height-adjustable cup tray
Removable drip tray
Filter holder
Built-in grounds tamper
Filter set, containing: one-cup insert,
two-cup insert and portion-insert
Measuring spoon
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on acquiring this new Crema espresso machine, a
Swiss quality product. Please read these instructions carefully and
follow them. By doing so, you and your guests will truly enjoy your
SOLIS CREMA. Please keep these instructions in a safe place. If
you are not sure about anything or would like more information,
please ask us or your local dealer. We are always ready to help.
SOLIS LTD.
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This espresso machine is partially registered and patented in
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1.0 Safety instructions page 48-49
2.0 General comments page 49
3.0 Starting up / Before using for first time page 50-51
4.0 Making coffee with ground coffee page 51-52
5.0 Making coffee with portions page 52-53
6.0 Making hot water page 53
7.0 Making steam page 53-54
8.0 Programming page 54-55
9.0 Pre-heating the cups page 55
10.0 Care and cleaning page 55-56
11.0 Decalcifying page 56
12.0 Trouble-shooting page 57
13.0 Useful tips for coffee page 58
14.0 Recommended accessories page 59
15.0 Technical data page 59
Control panel:
Main switch ON/OFF
Heated warming plate 0-I
Coffee switch
Coffee switch, two-cup
Programming key
Coffee temperature indicator
Steam temperature indicator
Steam switch
ON
OFF
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Table of contents:
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1.0 Safety instructions
Children do not understand how dangerous electrical appliances can be.
For that reason, children should never
be allowed around electrical appliances without supervision.
Do not use the appliance without studying the user manual or being shown
how to operate it.
Never use an appliance with a faulty
cord. Since special tools are needed
to replace a damaged cord, this work
must be carried by a manufacturerdesignated repair station.
Do not immerse the appliance in
water. Do not use the appliance with
wet hands.
Do not remove the filter holder while
the coffee is pouring. As the appliance
is under pressure, wait until the coffee
has stopped pouring.
The socket to which the appliance is
connected must be earthed. For your
safety, we recommend the use of an
FI safety adapter (available from all
good electricians).
Place the appliance on a firm, level
surface. The surface must not be
warm or hot. Choose a position which
is out of reach of children or pets.
Be careful when touching the steam
nozzle and filter holder as they become hot when the appliance is in operation (DANGER OF SCALDING!).
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Be sure to remove the plug before
cleaning the appliance. Do not allow
the cord to come into contact with hot
parts of the appliance.
Do not expose the appliance to climatic conditions (rain, snow, frost, etc).
When you unpack the appliance, please check that the voltage indicated on
the plate on the base of the appliance
is the same as your own main supply.
2.0 General comments
Do not operate the appliance without
water and coffee.
Any work on the appliance must be
carried out by authorised technicians.
Otherwise, all guarantee claims and
warranties are invalidated.
The appliance is intended for the
preparation of hot water, steam and
coffee and must not be used for any
other purpose. The appliance is designed for domestic use. If it is used
for commercial purposes, warranty
conditions will change. Please observe
the guarantee conditions.
The original packaging has been made
specially strong so that the appliance
can be sent by post. Please retain
the packaging in case it should be
necessary to return the appliance.
The appliance may be damaged by
freezing. For this reason, it must be
protected against frost and should not
be left overnight in a car during winter.
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SERVICE
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3.4 Vent the appliance. To do this,
place a large container under the hot
water/steam jet and turn the rotary
switch until a steady stream of water
comes out of the nozzle. Let it run
until about 2 dl of water has been
collected and then turn the rotary
switch off again. The appliance has
now been vented.
3.5 Rinse the appliance out. To d o
this, fit the empty filter holder and
place a cup underneath. Turn the coffee switch on until the cup is full.
Turn the switch off again. The appliance has now been rinsed out.
Note: If the coffee temperature light
remains red when the appliance is first
heated, no water can flow through the
filter holder. The appliance can only be
rinsed out when the green light comes
on. When the appliance has heated
up, the temperature light may change
from green to red. This is perfectly
normal and has no effect on the quality of the coffee.
3.6 The appliance is ready to operate when the temperature light
shows green. We recommend lea-
ving the empty filter holder in place
while the appliance is heating up so
that it is pre-warmed.
3.0 Starting up
3.1 Fill the water container with
cold water up to a maximum of 3 lit-
ers. Insert it into the rear of the appliance and press home firmly so that
the base valve opens. Close the cover.
Note: Use only fresh cold water to fill
the container. Do not use mineral
water, milk or any other fluid.
3.2 Pull the required length of
cord out from the back of the
appliance. Leave the rest in the spe-
cial cable compartment. Connect the
appliance to an earthed socket.
3.3 Turn the main switch to ON.
The appliance must now be vented
and rinsed out.
Note: The best time to remove air
from the appliance is when it is cold.
For this reason, start the venting operation as quickly as possible after
switching on.
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IMPORTANT: Never operate the
appliance without water. For reasons
of hygiene, we would recommend you
to vent and rinse out the appliance
before it is used for the first time or
after any long period of non-use (e.g.
after the holidays).
4.0 Making coffee with ground
coffee
It is assumed that the appliance has
been started up in accordance with
Point 3 and is ready to operate, i.e.
the container has been filled with
water and the temperature light is
showing green.
4.1 When the appliance is ready, fit
the appropriate filter (one-cup or
two-cup) into the filter holder.
Depending on the filter size, fill with
one or two level measuring spoons of
coffee and press down lightly with the
built-in tamper . Wipe the edge of the
filter holder to remove any coffee
grains.
4.2 Insert the filter holder into the
brewing unit by moving from left
to right and close tightly. Check that
the filter holder is fully tightened.
4.3 Place one or two cups on the
tray under the filter holder.
Note: The height of the tray can be
adjusted to take small espresso cups
simply by turning it round.
4.4 To start pouring, briefly press
the coffee switch or
Note: The SOLIS CREMA model SL 90
is fitted with an automatic pre-brew
device. The coffee is first moistened
and then pouring is stopped briefly.
The real brewing process begins only
from this point.
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4.5 As soon as your cup is full,
briefly press the key or .This
will stop the pouring.
Note: The SL 90 model can be programmed to deliver a preset quantity of
water for both one or two cups. See
the programming section.
You can stop pouring at any time simply by pressing the switch / .
4.6 Now remove the filter holder
from the brewing unit by moving it
from right to left. Holding the filter
firmly with the filter holder, knock out
the grounds.
Note: You can use a special SOLIS tray
for your grounds (see Section 14.0,
recommended accessories).
Rinse the filter under running water and
replace the filter holder in the brewing
unit. Once the filter has been refilled,
the next cup of coffee can be prepared.
5.0 Making coffee with portions
It is assumed that the appliance has
been started up in accordance with
Point 3 and is ready to operate, i.e.
the container has been filled with
water and the temperature light is
showing green.
5.1The procedure is just the same
as for ground coffee, except that
the following points must be observed.
Please prepare SOLIS coffee portions
(see adjacent illustration and section
14.0 «Recommended accessories»)
with the special portion-filter insert
only, and do not use the 1 or 2 cup filter. The portion filter is specially designed for the «hard» portion bags.
«Soft» SOLIS portions or other brand
name portions should be prepared in
the 1 or 2 cup filter as recommended
by the coffee producer.
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Note: If the coffee comes out of the
sides of the filter holder, the portion is
either too big for the filter insert or the
filter holder has not been properly inserted.
As all SOLIS CREMA espresso machines are fitted with both portion inserts
and one-cup and two-cup filters, you
will have no problem in using any ordinary filter-paper portions, provided
that you take note of the points listed
above. However, please be sure to follow the coffee manufacturer’s instructions.
6.0 Making hot water
For tea, broth, etc.
It is assumed that the appliance has
been started up in accordance with
Point 3 and is ready to operate, i.e.
the container has been filled with
water and the temperature light is
showing green.
6.1 When the appliance is ready,
place your glass or cup directly
under the hot water/steam nozzle
and turn the rotary switch on. The hot
water now runs automatically.
6.2 After pouring the water required, turn the rotary switch off.
7.0 Making steam
For heating milk and for cappuccino or
other drinks. It is assumed that the
appliance has been started up in
accordance with Point 3 and is ready
to operate, i.e. the container has been
filled with water and the temperature
light is showing green.
7.1 When the appliance is ready,
press the steam switch and wait
until the temperature light shows
green.
7.2 Turn the rotary switch slightly,
allowing the condensed water to run
out into the drip tray. Next, swing the
steam jet out and immerse it in the
liquid to be heated. Slowly open the
rotary switch and heat the liquid by
making circular movements from bottom to top.
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8.0 Programming
The SOLIS CREMA SL 90 is fitted with
a device for programming the water
quantity for both one or two cups. This
allows you to pre-programme six different quantities with automatic switching off.
8.1 Programming the quantity of
water. You can select various quanti-
ties by pressing the programming key
to obtain numbers from 0 to 6. The
quantities are set as follows:
Pos. 0 water quantity restricted
only by the amount in the
container. Control is by tur-
ning the coffee switch on
and off.
Pos. 1 water quantity 0.4 dl
ristretto
Pos. 2 water quantity 0.62 dl
espresso
Pos. 3 water quantity 0.95 dl
Pos. 4 water quantity 1.25 dl
café crème
Pos. 5 water quantity 1.7 dl
large cup
Pos. 6 water quantity 2.1 dl
7.3 When no more steam is needed, turn the rotary switch off
again. Swing the steam nozzle back to
the cup tray or leave in an empty container. Turn off the steam switch .
7.4 When the steam switch is off,
turn the rotary switch on again and
allow the appliance to vent/cool down
until water emerges from the jet in a
steady stream and the green temperature light is no longer blinking. Then,
turn the rotary switch off again.
The appliance is now ready to make
coffee again.
IMPORTANT: After steam has been
used, the appliance must be vented
and allowed to cool (see also under
Point 3.4). Coffee cannot be prepared
until this has been done. The steam
nozzle can become very hot. To prevent
scalding, avoid direct contact with the
skin.
Note: We recommend that you clean
the steam nozzle immediately after use.
Otherwise, milk can leave residues
which are difficult to remove.
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The amount selected is displayed
automatically by LED numbers. They
remain programmed even if the appliance is switched off. Pressing the
coffee key automatically doubles
the quantity to give two cups.
Note: You can stop pouring at any
time by briefly pressing the coffee key
or .
9.0 Pre-heating the cups
Apart from the type of blend and the
quality of the water, the most important factor in making a good cup of
coffee is getting the right temperature.
9.1 The SL 90 is fitted with an
actively heated warming plate
When necessary, switch the plate on,
using the key and place the espresso cups on top. In this way, they are
always warm when needed. To save
electricity, switch the plate off when it
is not needed.
9.2 If you need to heat cups
quickly, you can rinse them out with
hot water from the hot water nozzle.
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10.0 Care and cleaning
If you always keep your SOLIS CREMA
machine clean, you will be sure of
good quality coffee and will extend the
useful life of the appliance.
10.1 Daily and weekly care
Regularly clean the water container,
the drip tray, the cup tray, the filter
holder and the filter inserts. Simply
use hot water and, when necessary, a
non-scouring detergent.
DO NOT place in the dishwasher!
Brewing unit: Remove coffee resi-
dues regularly and wipe with a clean
damp cloth. We recommend you to let
about half a litre of hot water run
through from time to time, as this
keeps the brewing unit clear of fat
residues.
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If the brewing filter becomes very stained, remove it with a screwdriver and
brush both sides thoroughly.
Filter inserts: Rinse the 1 and 2 cup
filter inserts from time to time to keep
them clean. To do so, place the filter
holder with empty filter inserts in the
SOLIS Crema, position a cup under the
filter holder and switch on the pump
until the cup is full. Switch off the
pump. The rinsing operation is now
complete.
Housing: When necessary, the housing
should be cleaned with a damp cloth
and then rubbed dry with a cloth.
IMPORTANT: The appliance must not
be immersed in water. Switch off the
appliance and remove the plug during
all cleaning and care operations.
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11.0 Decalcifying
Even if a water filter is used, the appliance should be decalcified regularly in
accordance with the hardness of your
local water and, in any event, at least
every four to six months.
11.1 For decalcification, it is best
to use SOLIPOL, a product specially
designed for this purpose.
11.2 With the appliance switched
off, fill the water container in proporti-
ons of one part water and one part
SOLIPOL (0.5 litres of water and 0,5
litres of SOLIPOL).
11.3 Turn on the hot water/steam
rotary switch and place a container
under the steam jet. Now, turn the
main switch ON and let water run from
the jet for about 1 minute.
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12.0 Trouble-shooting
Before returning the appliance for repair, please read the following
points carefully. This will often solve the problem and save you a lot
of bother.
12.1 Coffee comes out of the sides of the filter holder
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the filter holder is not properly fitted
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the filter holder is not tight enough
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there are coffee residues on the edge of the filter
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the seal is damaged or worn. Return the appliance for repair.
12.2 Pump is noisy
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the water container is empty
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the water container is not properly fitted
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the pump is not producing enough pressure because the coffee
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is old or too coarsely ground.
12.3 No coffee comes out
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there is no water in the container
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the water container is not properly fitted
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the coffee is too finely ground or has been pressed down too
hard
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the appliance is set for steam
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the filter or the brewing unit are blocked and needs cleaning
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the appliance needs decalcifying
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the appliance is not vented/cooled and needs venting.
12.4 The coffee has no foam, pours too quickly or too
slowly
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the coffee blend is unsuitable
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the coffee is too finely or too coarsely ground
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the coffee is no longer fresh
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there is not enough coffee in the filter
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the coffee needs to be pressed down more
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the cups are too cold and need pre-heating
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the appliance is not reaching the correct operating temperature.
11.4 Turn the main switch OFF
and leave the decalcifying product to
take effect for about 10 minutes.
11.5 Repeat 11.3 and 11.4 twice.
Then, rinse out the water container
thoroughly and fill with fresh water.
11.6 Turn the main switch ON and
rinse the appliance out thoroughly by
allowing the fresh water (approx. 2 litres) to run out through the hot water
nozzle. This will ensure that nothing
remains which might affect the taste
of the coffee.The SOLIS CREMA is
now ready for use again.
IMPORTANT: Regular decalcification
will protect your machine from the
need for expensive repairs. It should
be noted that damage caused by failure to carry out the necessary decalcification, by misuse or by not following
the above instructions IS NOT
COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
Vinegar must not be used for decalcifying purposes as it will damage the
appliance.
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If the problem still cannot be solved after checking the above
points, please return the appliance in the original packaging to our
customer service department, stating the nature of the fault.
In Switzerland, send the appliance to:
SOLIS PRODUZIONE SA
Customer Service Department
Centro Solis
6850 Mendrisio
Tel. 091/ 646'16'65/ 646'81'36
Fax 091/ 646'03'62
For repairs in all other countries in which SOLIS products are
sold, send the appliance to the customer service centre of the
SOLIS branch indicated on the warranty card.
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If your local water is very hard, use a
filter such as the SOLIS AQUASELECT.
If you want to get consistently good
coffee without having to clean grounds out of the filter holder all the
time, try using SOLIS portions. They
are practical, clean and always ready
to use.
13.0 Useful tips for coffee
13.1 Optimum conditions for good coffee
Good coffee depends not only on the appliance but also on the
water, the blend of coffee, the grinding, the temperature, etc. You
should keep the following tips in mind:
Always use fresh coffee and dark roasts, such as the SOLIS products specially blended for use with espresso machines.
Fresh coffee should always be stored in a cool place. It can be
deep frozen and may be used directly while still cold.
Always have coffee beans ground to espresso grade. If the result is
still not satisfactory, check Point 12.4.
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In Switzerland, these accessories are obtainable from specialist
stores, supermarkets and department stores or directly from
SOLIS MAIL
6850 Mendrisio
Tel. 091/646'80'51
Fax 091/646'25'32
In all other countries in which SOLIS products are sold, these
accessories can be obtained through the trade or directly from the
SOLIS subsidiaries indicated on the warranty card.
15.0 Technical data
Voltage: 230 V / (USA: 115 V)
Watts: 1100 Watt
Water reservoir: 3 liters
Cable length: 1,1 m with plug 2 P + E
Weight: 7,5 kg
Dimensions: (H x W x D) 310 x 270 x 235 mm
Approbations: SEV and international safety approvals
14.0 Recommended accessories
To simplify the care and maintenance of your SOLIS CREMA, we
recommend:
SOLIS Aqua-Select water filter: helps to reduce water hardness
and so to avoid premature calcification.
SOLIS Solipol decalcifying agent: specially designed for easy
decalcifying of espresso machines.
SOLIS storage box: specially designed to store opened packets
of coffee and portions.
SOLIS grounds drawer: specially designed for knocking out the
grounds from the filter holder.
CAFÉ SOLIS coffee blends: a variety of exclusive blends specially selected for espresso machines. They guarantee good coffee.
CAFÉ SOLIS portions: three blends - espresso, café crème and
decaffeinated coffee. They come in practical portions specially
made for filter holder espresso machines. They are practical, clean
and ready for use at any time!
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