S El E C T I N G T H E R I G H T C O Ff E E; Filling The Water Reservoir - Oster BVSTEM6601R Instruction Manual

S EL E C T I N G T h E R I G h T C O ff E E

THE COFFEE
The coffee should be freshly ground and dark roasted. You may want to try a French
or Italian roast ground for espresso. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for
7 – 8 days, provided it is stored in an airtight container and 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 airtight container will keep its flavor for up
to 4 weeks.
THE GRIND
This is a vital step in the espresso making process if you are grinding your own coffee
and takes practice. The coffee must be of a fine 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.
These grinds look like powder and feel like flour when rubbed between fingers.
• 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 for uniform consistency.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR

A. Fill the reservoir with water, you may either use a jar to fill
it up or remove it from the unit and then fill it up under the
tap. If you have removed it from the unit to fill up with water,
please make sure to place it back tightly in its place. Fill the
reservoir with the desired amount of water below the "MAX"
level on the tank. Never use warm or hot water to fill the water
reservoir.
B. Close the water reservoir lid and place it back in the unit
ensuring it fits tightly.
FILLING THE MILK RESERVOIR
If you plan to prepare cappuccino or latte, remove the milk
reservoir from the unit and open the lid then pour the quantity
of cold milk you estimate you will need between the "Min" and
"Max" levels. When done, place the milk reservoir back in the
unit ensuring it fits tightly.
NOTE: You can use the type of milk of your preference, i.e.
whole milk, low fat milk, organic or soy milk.
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